Tinubu’s “Simple Lifestyle” Defence Raises a Bigger Question: Can Government Revenue Growth Be Felt by Nigerians?

Nigeria’s tax chief, Zacch Adedeji, has offered an unusual defence of President Bola Tinubu’s administration amid criticism that political leaders live comfortably while ordinary Nigerians struggle with rising living costs. In a Channels Television interview, Adedeji, chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service, pointed to what he described as Tinubu’s personal simplicity. He said the President…

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FG Promises to Pay Outstanding Wage Awards by Mid-August, But Workers Want More Than Another Promise

The Federal Government has assured public servants that outstanding wage awards will be paid before the middle of August, after months of complaints over delayed payments. Finance Minister and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, gave the assurance as the government also moved to address outstanding promotion arrears. The immediate significance is obvious: workers…

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Jigawa’s ₦3.5bn Hajj Loan Raises an Uncomfortable Question About Government Priorities

Jigawa State has approved a ₦3.5 billion interest-free loan for its Pilgrims Welfare Board to secure early deposits for 466 intending pilgrims ahead of the 2027 Hajj. The state government says the decision is necessary to meet deadlines set by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria and Saudi authorities, allowing Jigawa to secure its allocated…

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Nigeria’s Gazelle 2 Deal Could Give the Federation More Room to Breathe, But It Is Not Free Money

Nigeria’s latest move to refinance Project Gazelle is less significant because of the headline $4.5 billion figure and more because of what the restructuring could change about the country’s access to cash. The National Economic Council has approved a new $4.5 billion financing arrangement, Project Gazelle 2, to refinance the outstanding balance of about $1.5…

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Kano Empowers 1,900 Butchers With Modern Tools to Improve Hygiene and Boost Businesses

The Kano State Government has distributed modern working tools to 1,900 butchers drawn from the state’s 44 local government areas as part of an empowerment program aimed at improving livelihoods, strengthening food safety and modernizing the meat industry. Speaking during the distribution ceremony at the Government House in Kano, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf said the…

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FG Renames Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway After President Tinubu

The Federal Government has officially renamed the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway as the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Coastal Highway, describing the move as recognition of President Bola Tinubu’s long-standing vision for one of Nigeria’s biggest infrastructure projects. The announcement was made by the Minister of Works, David Umahi, during a media briefing in Abuja. Umahi said…

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Naira Mixed as Petrol Prices Rise, FG Grants Shell Tax Incentive for Deepwater Projects

Nigeria’s economy recorded mixed developments on Tuesday as the naira traded at around ₦1,382/$ at the official foreign exchange window while strengthening slightly to about ₦1,412/$ on the parallel market. The movement came amid continued volatility in the foreign exchange market and major policy shifts in the energy sector. In a move aimed at boosting…

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Mystery Surrounds Physiotherapist’s Death at Umahi’s Residence as Calls for Transparency Grow

Questions continue to surround the death of Mary Habila, a physiotherapist attached to the Federal Ministry of Works, who died on June 27 at the country residence of the Minister of Works, David Umahi, in Uburu, Ebonyi State. The incident has sparked public debate and renewed calls for a transparent investigation. In an official statement,…

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16 Killed in Fresh Benue Attacks as Angry Residents Stage Protests

At least 16 people have been killed following fresh attacks by suspected armed herdsmen on communities in Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State, triggering widespread protests and renewed calls for stronger security measures. According to local reports, the attackers first struck Akpachi village late on Saturday before launching another assault on Otukpo-Nobi in the…

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