Nigeria's Food Inflation Drops: See Top 10 Costly States
NBS data shows Nigeria's food inflation fell to 10.84% in Dec 2025. Discover the 10 states where food was most expensive and the items that saw price drops. #NigeriaEconomy
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FAAC Shares N6tr in Q3, Lagos Gets N179bn
Nigeria's FAAC disbursed a record N6 trillion in Q3 2025, with Lagos and oil-producing states receiving huge allocations. NEITI warns of fiscal risks as oil prices soften. Read the full breakdown.
CNG Faults Katsina's Bandit Release, Rejects Peace Deal
The Coalition of Northern Groups condemns Katsina State's release of 70 suspected bandits, warning it undermines justice and rewards violence. Read why they demand a security-first approach.
Lagos Budget 10 Times Bigger Than Ekiti's in 2026
Nigerians react as 2026 state budget breakdown reveals Lagos's N4.24 trillion budget overshadows Ekiti's N415.57 billion. Citizens question transparency and impact on lives.
Sahel States Condemn US Action in Venezuela
The Alliance of Sahel States has condemned the US removal of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro as an 'act of aggression'. Read the full story.
Why Silence on Sahel Military Alliances Endangers Africa
Legal expert Titilope Anifowoshe warns that Africa's muted response to military alliances in the Sahel region could reshape democracy and youth involvement on the continent. Read more.
Benin, Niger in Diplomatic Expulsions Amid Tensions
West African neighbours Benin and Niger expel diplomats in a tit-for-tat move. Tensions have soared since Niger's 2023 coup and a failed putsch in Benin. Read the full details.
Shehu Sani Honoured with Freedom Fighter Award by Northern Women
Women activists from 19 northern states honour former Senator Shehu Sani with the inaugural Freedom Fighter Award for his advocacy for the poor and vulnerable. Read more.
10 States Plan N4.28tn Borrowing for 2026 Budgets
Ten Nigerian states plan to raise N4.287 trillion from loans and grants for their 2026 budgets, totaling N14.174tn. Experts warn of fiscal risks and weak revenue management.
7 States Need US Airstrikes, Says Security Analyst
Policy analyst AbdulRasheed Hussain identifies Borno, Yobe, Kaduna, Zamfara, Niger, Plateau, and Benue as priority states for foreign military intervention to curb Nigeria's escalating insurgency.
State Debt Rises by N94.79bn in Three Months
Nigeria's 36 states and FCT saw domestic debt rise to N3.96tn in Q2 2025. Experts warn of a structural crisis as debt servicing eats into funds for health and education. Read the full analysis.
Fiji Leads Global Climate Action with 2026 Goals
Fiji is advancing renewable energy, community adaptation, and global advocacy, positioning itself as a climate leader. Discover how its 2026 vision offers hope and a model for action.
Nigerian States With Lowest Petrol Prices Revealed
NBS data shows petrol prices fell 12.59% year-on-year in November 2025. See the top 10 cheapest states and the impact of NNPC and Dangote refinery price cuts.
7 Proposed Nigerian States Scale 2nd Reading in 2025
In 2025, Nigeria's push for new states gained momentum as seven proposals, including Ibadan and Etiti, passed second reading. Explore the key bills and the drive for constitutional restructuring.
Private Sector Joins Push for Stability in Nigeria
Key Nigerian private sector actors unite with civil society to design market-driven strategies for economic resilience and preventing violent extremism in fragile states. Discover the innovative plans.
Northern Elders Back FIRS, Tinubu Reforms, Reject NEF
A new Northern elders' group rejects NEF's criticism of FIRS and Tinubu's economic reforms, praising revenue gains and transparency. Read their full statement.
CNEF Rejects NEF, Backs FIRS and Tinubu Reforms
The Concerned Northern Elders Forum has disowned the NEF's criticism of FIRS, praising its revenue drive and Tinubu's economic agenda. Read why they warn against political sabotage.
Northern Elders Divided Over FIRS and Tinubu's Reforms
A new northern group tackles NEF over its criticism of FIRS and backs President Tinubu's economic reforms. Discover the details of the clash and what the new tax regime means for Nigerians.
Northern Leaders Initiate Christian-Muslim Reconciliation
Northern elders, led by Hakeem Baba-Ahmed and Prof. Yusuf Usman, have visited CAN and JNI offices across 19 northern states to foster peace amid rising tensions. Read the full story.
Lagos Named Nigeria's Most Business-Friendly State
Lagos State leads Nigeria's 2025 Subnational Ease of Doing Business ranking with an 85.6% score. Discover the top states and federal MDAs driving reform.
U.S. Replaces South Africa with Poland for G20 Summit
The United States has excluded South Africa from the 2026 G20 summit, inviting Poland instead. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio cited economic and political reasons. South Africa says it will wait out the 2026 meetings. Read the full story.
Cleric Lists 11 Terror-Prone States, Warns Tinubu
Primate Ayodele warns President Tinubu to end insecurity before April 2026, listing 11 high-risk states. He cautions that the 2027 elections may be threatened. Read the full advisory.
Northern Leaders Suspend Mining, Back State Police
Northern governors and traditional rulers have imposed a six-month mining suspension and approved a N1bn monthly security fund to tackle banditry and insecurity. Read the full communiqué.
Northern Governors Warn Region's Future at Risk from Insecurity
Northern governors and traditional rulers issue urgent warning on insecurity after Kaduna meeting. They call for state policing and unity to combat banditry and kidnappings.
Northern Governors, Traditional Rulers Meet on Security, State Police
Northern Governors and traditional rulers met in Kaduna, calling for state police and unity against banditry. They urged an end to ethnic and religious narratives harming national cohesion.
Ex-NEF Spokesman: Tinubu Shouldn't Seek Re-election
Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, former NEF spokesperson, says President Tinubu lacks the drive to fix Nigeria and should support a younger, more capable successor in 2027. Read his full critique.
Accion MfB Opens 75th Branch in Kaduna to Boost Inclusion
Accion Microfinance Bank strengthens financial inclusion in Northern Nigeria with its 75th branch in Kaduna. The expansion brings affordable banking services to entrepreneurs and small businesses.
41 Northern Schools Closed Amid Banditry Attacks
Political analyst Omotayo Yusuf condemns school closures in northern Nigeria due to banditry. Learn how insecurity threatens education development and what solutions are needed.
ACF Chair Calls for Amnesty Approach to Northern Insecurity
ACF Chairman Bashir Dalhatu urges Federal Government to combine negotiation with military action against bandits, citing Niger Delta amnesty success. Read more.
Emergency Call for Zamfara Over Bandit Releases
Human Rights Watchdog demands Tinubu declare state of emergency in Zamfara after Governor Lawal freed 500 inmates, including hardened bandits. Read full details.
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