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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NGX Hits ₦160 Trillion: The Bigger Test Is Turning Market Growth Into Real Economic Growth

Nigeria’s stock market has reached a major milestone, with the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) market capitalization rising to about ₦160 trillion. President Bola Tinubu has welcomed the performance and backed an even bigger target of ₦230 trillion by the end of 2026. On the surface, this is a strong signal. The value of listed equities…

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Tinubu’s Osun Intervention Raises a Bigger Question About EFCC Independence

President Bola Tinubu’s decision to direct the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to return to court and seek the lifting of its freeze on Osun State government accounts has transformed a financial investigation into a much bigger political and institutional debate. The EFCC had obtained a court order freezing the account amid an investigation…

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Sokoto Attack Shows Nigeria’s Security Challenge Is Bigger Than More Soldiers

The latest attack in Sokoto has exposed the difficult reality facing Nigeria’s security strategy: even as the government increases military pay and tightens its response to criminal activity in schools, communities are still being left vulnerable to heavily armed attacks. At least 21 people are feared dead and 37 others were abducted after gunmen attacked…

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Peter Obi’s Latest Attack on Tinubu Sets Up a Bigger 2027 Battle Over Competence

Peter Obi has accused President Bola Tinubu of relying on tribal and religious sentiments because, in his view, the administration lacks the competence to win Nigerians over on performance. The former Anambra governor’s comments have quickly reopened one of the most sensitive arguments surrounding Nigeria’s 2027 presidential race: whether the next election can be fought…

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The Presidency and Atiku Are Arguing Over the Economy. The Bigger Battle Is About Who Owns the 2027 Narrative.

Nigeria’s economic debate has officially entered campaign mode. The Presidency has pushed back strongly against former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, rejecting his criticism of President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies and insisting that the opposition is relying on “outdated data” to paint an inaccurate picture of the country’s economy. Presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga defended the administration’s…

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Tinubu-Branded Phone Box Sparks Bigger Question: Where Does Political Branding End and Vote Influence Begin?

A customized President Bola Tinubu-themed phone box distributed at a recent APC event has ignited debate online, not simply because of its unusual design, but because it has revived long-standing questions about how political campaigns use branded gifts to build public support. Photos and videos circulating on social media show a premium-looking package featuring President…

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Tinubu Hails End of ASUU Strikes, Says University Programs Can Now Run Without Prolonged Disruptions

President Bola Tinubu has celebrated the absence of prolonged strikes by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) since he assumed office, describing the development as an “answer to my prayers” and a relief for Nigerian families. Tinubu made the remarks on Tuesday while receiving members of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria at the…

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