Ukraine Pushes EU for $163B Russian Assets Loan
Ukraine urges EU to approve a $163-billion loan from frozen Russian assets at the December summit to avert a 2026 budget crisis. Russia threatens a 'painful response'.
Ukraine urges EU to approve a $163-billion loan from frozen Russian assets at the December summit to avert a 2026 budget crisis. Russia threatens a 'painful response'.
ASUU's Benin Zone rejects Federal Government's proposed salary increase, calling it insufficient to reverse brain drain in Nigerian universities. Read the full details.
At COP30 in Brazil, UN and global leaders issue a stark warning: the Paris Agreement is lagging behind the climate crisis. They demand immediate, tangible action for a faster energy transition.
Indonesian authorities detain Chinese property executive WZ wanted for $138 million loan default. The fugitive had been moving through Asian nations since August. Read full details.
Pope Leo XIV urges concrete climate action, defends the Paris Agreement, and criticizes leaders' inaction at the COP30 summit in Brazil. Read his powerful message.
President Tinubu reveals economic reforms aim to equip Nigerian youth with competitive skills. Education loans ensure no student drops out. 320 youths to receive international awards in Lagos.
Lagos APC commends NELFUND for expanding student loans to vocational training, calling it a national game-changer for youth skills development and economic empowerment in Nigeria.
Ukraine signs historic agreement with France for 100 Rafale warplanes to strengthen air defence against Russian attacks. Zelenskiy calls it 'greatest air defence in the world'.
Switzerland's economy contracted by 0.5% in Q3 2025 due to high US tariffs, but recent deal lowers rates to 15% and brings $200 billion investment. Read the full analysis.
Nigerian resident doctors continue strike for 17 days, demanding Collective Bargaining Agreement and salary review. 91 hospitals affected nationwide. Read latest updates.
ASUU's Nsukka Zone accuses Tinubu administration of deliberately jeopardizing Nigeria's future through delayed 2009 agreement renegotiation. Lecturers reject salary offer, warn of impending crisis.
ASUU warns of imminent nationwide strike as Federal Government fails to address 2009 agreement renegotiation. Universities face shutdown unless demands are met within 8 days.
The United States and Switzerland have finalized a trade pact, significantly reducing tariffs from 39% to 15%. Get the full details on this major economic development.
Nigeria's FCCPC sets January 5, 2026 deadline for digital lenders including FairMoney, Okash, Carbon to comply with new regulations. Full enforcement begins after deadline.
The Nigerian Senate has approved President Tinubu's request to borrow N1.15 trillion from the domestic debt market to fund the increased 2025 budget deficit. Read the full details and implications.
New research reveals fossil fuel emissions will hit record levels in 2025, making 1.5°C warming limit 'impossible'. Learn what this means for climate action.
A Nigerian TikTok user shares her ₦214,000 debt struggle with loan apps, tracing financial woes back to 2020. Discover her story and similar experiences.
As COP 30 approaches, Nigeria faces a critical turning point in the global climate crisis. Discover why this summit represents our last best chance for meaningful climate action and what it means for Africa's future.
Nigeria's House of Representatives launches thorough investigation into President Tinubu's massive N1.15 trillion loan request amid growing economic concerns and national debt worries.
Expert analysis on transforming the temporary Israel-Hamas ceasefire into sustainable peace through humanitarian corridors, political dialogue, and international cooperation.
Nigerian tertiary institution staff can now access interest-free loans through new federal government initiative aimed at improving welfare and academic excellence.
Nigerian lawmakers launch thorough investigation into President Tinubu's controversial ₦1.15 trillion loan proposal amid growing economic concerns and public scrutiny.
Nigerian Senate investigates alarming rail derailments while controversial new loan agreements spark national debt concerns. Full details on the parliamentary inquiry.
After years of devastating conflict that claimed thousands of lives, Sudan's rival military factions have reached a groundbreaking ceasefire agreement with former US President Donald Trump's mediation. The three-month truce marks a significant breakthroug
President Bola Tinubu has formally requested Senate approval for a ₦15.4 trillion loan facility to address critical infrastructure gaps and economic challenges. Get the full details on this major financial move.
The World Bank has confirmed receiving President Tinubu's request for a $1 billion loan to support Nigeria's economic reforms and development projects. Get the full details on how this funding will impact the nation.
Growing public skepticism surrounds President Tinubu's latest loan request as House of Representatives Deputy Spokesman Philip Agbese voices concerns about transparency and accountability.
Government official reveals why the National Assembly's approval of a $2.347 billion loan shouldn't worry citizens - and how it will actually benefit Nigeria's economy and infrastructure development.
Nigeria's student loan scheme reaches historic milestone with over 1 million applications received, signaling massive demand for educational funding among Nigerian students.
Nigeria's student loan scheme reaches major milestone with overwhelming response from applicants seeking higher education funding support across the nation.