63% poverty rate shows Tinubu’s economic policies have failed – ADC
The opposition party, African Democratic Congress (ADC), has criticised the economic policies of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying the reported rise in Nigeria’s poverty rate to 63 percent shows that the administration’s approach has not improved citizens’ welfare. The party said the figure reflects the growing hardship faced by many Nigerians in recent years. In […]
Real reason World Bank, IMF praise Tinubu’s reforms – Economist, Prof Ekpo
Economist Prof. Akpan Ekpo has explained why the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have been praising President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television on Thursday, Ekpo said the praise stems from the fact that Tinubu’s policies reflect the typical reform characteristics promoted by the World Bank and […]
Fuel landing cost drops, now cheaper than Dangote Refinery’s petrol price
The landing cost of imported petrol in Nigeria has dropped to ₦839.97 per litre as of October 21, 2025, making it cheaper than petrol produced by the Dangote Refinery, which sells for ₦877 per litre. This information was disclosed in the latest energy price bulletin released by the Major Energy Marketers Association of Nigeria (MEMAN). […]
Nigerian Government’s proposed 5% fuel tax angers citizens
The Federal Government’s proposal to introduce a five percent fuel tax has sparked outrage across the country. Finance Minister Wale Edun explained last week that the surcharge was not a new levy, but an old provision under the 2007 Federal Road Maintenance Agency (FERMA) Act, now being included in the 2025 Tax Administration Act for […]
May 29: Nigerians suffering, Tinubu hasn’t done well at all – Former Benue Gov, Suswam
Gabriel Suswam, the former governor of Benue State, has said that President Bola Tinubu’s government has not done enough to help Nigerians who are struggling. Suswam made these comments on the TV show Politics Today on Channels Television. The interview came as President Tinubu marks two years in office. According to Suswam, the president has […]
Peter Obi Would Not Have Done Anything Differently – Cosmas Maduka
Renowned businessman and Coscharis Group founder, Cosmas Maduka, has said that Peter Obi would not have made different economic decisions from the current administration if he had won the presidential election. Speaking on the Mic On Podcast with Okinbaloye, Maduka stated that Nigeria is on the right path despite economic struggles. He explained that key […]
Your talk without action pushing Nigerians deeper into poverty – CUPP slams Tinubu
The Conference of United Political Parties (CUPP) has accused President Bola Tinubu of making promises without taking action, pushing more Nigerians into deeper poverty. Speaking after Tinubu’s New Year address, CUPP National Secretary Peter Ameh pointed out how poorly executed government policies have harmed citizens. Ameh described 2024 as a difficult year, blaming impulsive decisions […]
Rufai Oseni Faults Tinubu’s Media Chat
Rufai Oseni, a well-known Nigerian on-air personality, has criticized President Bola Tinubu’s recent media chat, expressing disappointment in the President’s understanding of the issues affecting Nigeria. Speaking on The Morning Show, Oseni said he was concerned after watching the chat, noting that Tinubu seems to lack a complete understanding of the country’s challenges. Oseni pointed […]
Detailed Reason NNPCL Increased Fuel Pump Price Again – Marketers
Petroleum marketers have provided insight into why the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) recently raised the fuel pump prices to N1,030 per liter in Abuja and N998 per liter in Lagos, sparking public concerns. The marketers say the increase is directly linked to the Nigerian government’s full removal of fuel subsidies on Premium Motor […]
“Nursing Mother Pleads for Help: Begs President Tinubu to Address Economic Hardships”
In a powerful display of desperation and hope, a nursing mother took to the streets with her infant to protest the rising cost of living in Nigeria. This mother, embodying the struggles faced by many, made a heartfelt plea to President Bola Tinubu, urging him to remove subsidies to reduce the prices of essential goods […]