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New Book Reveals The Burden On Nigerian Legislators

Senator Effiong Bob's new book, 'The Burden of Legislators in Nigeria', challenges public perception, detailing the internal pressures, godfatherism, and unrealistic expectations that hamper effective lawmaking in the National and State Assemblies.

DisCos Record N92.93bn Revenue Gap in October

Nigerian electricity distributors faced a N92.93bn revenue shortfall in October 2025 due to billing and collection inefficiencies. NERC data reveals stark performance gaps among DisCos. Read the full analysis.

FG Links Women's Health to Economic Growth, Reforms

The Federal Government says closing Nigeria's gender health gap is vital for economic growth and sustainable reforms. A new foundation launches to tackle high maternal mortality and systemic healthcare challenges.

Delta Assembly Raises Expectations for 2026

Delta State House of Assembly aims to move beyond rhetoric in 2026, targeting economic growth, job creation, and stronger oversight. Speaker Guwor leads the charge.

Funding Shortfalls Undermine Nigeria's End TB Goals

Nigeria is off track to meet WHO's 2025 End TB targets, with high incidence and deaths. A massive $405M budget faces a 73% funding gap, risking millions of lives. Urgent domestic investment is needed.

ASUP Demands Urgent Polytechnic Revitalisation

The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics warns Nigeria's technical skills gap will worsen without proper funding and an end to the HND/BSc dichotomy. Read their urgent demands.

How Creative Catalyst is Funding Nigeria's Creative Economy

Chapel Hill Denham's Creative Catalyst programme tackles the funding and business support gap in Nigeria's creative sector, attracting 543 applicants and backing projects like 'Gingerrr'. Discover how it fuels economic transformation.

Young Prof Segun Aina on Academia-Industry Collaboration

Professor Segun Aina, one of Nigeria's youngest Computer Engineering professors, discusses the imperative of town-gown collaboration for national development, tackling brain drain, and leveraging technology for growth.

PSC Blames Security Crisis on Weak Oversight

The Police Service Commission warns that Nigeria's insecurity stems from poor accountability and underfunded oversight, despite massive security spending. Read the full analysis.

Naira Rate Gap Widens as Dollar Demand Rises

The exchange rate gap between Nigeria's official and parallel markets widened to N25 as the naira depreciated. Discover the causes and CBN's response to the seasonal dollar demand surge.

Reps Committee Denies Extorting JAMB, Refunds N62.7M

The House of Representatives committee has denied allegations of extorting JAMB, revealing it refunded N62.7 million twice. Get the full details on the oversight controversy and the cleared air.

WAEC: No Financial Impropriety in Reps' Oversight

WAEC clarifies it is unaware of any financial misconduct by the House Committee on Basic Examination Bodies during oversight. Get the full details on the investigation and JAMB's apology.

MTEF Approved, 2026 Budget Process Begins

The Federal Executive Council has approved the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework, setting the stage for the 2026 budget. Ministers Bagudu and Edun detail plans to manage capital rollovers and address the revenue-expenditure gap.

Christmas Cash Demand Hits New Highs in Nigeria

Nigerians are scrambling for physical cash ahead of Christmas, driven by fears of ATM downtimes. The CBN tightens oversight as over N4.4 trillion remains outside banks. Read the full analysis.

Nigeria's Policy-Trust Gap Among Africa's Widest

New RPI African Policy Index 2025 reveals Nigeria suffers one of Africa's largest trust gaps between policy delivery and citizen confidence. Discover the governance crisis and solutions.

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