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Nigeria is seeking stronger international cooperation to tackle terrorism, banditry, kidnapping and other security threats affecting the country. Minister of Defence Christopher Musa has called for greater cooperation between Nigeria and international partners as the government continues its efforts to improve national security. The minister made the call during engagements connected to the 81st United…
Nigeria needs significantly more productive investment if the country is to create enough jobs for its rapidly growing population, the Nigerian Economic Summit Group has warned. The organisation said investment remains critical to expanding businesses, increasing productivity and generating employment opportunities.The warning comes as millions of Nigerians continue to search for employment opportunities while businesses…
The Allied Peoples Movement has called for the resignation of Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo following remarks attributed to him concerning petrol prices. The political party criticised the governor over his comparison of petrol prices in Nigeria and the United Kingdom.The controversy centres on comments concerning petrol reportedly selling for around ₦1,500 per litre in…
Nigerian manufacturers invested about ₦4.54 trillion in 2025, even as products worth approximately ₦2.12 trillion reportedly remained unsold. The figures present a mixed picture of Nigeria’s manufacturing sector. On one side, manufacturers significantly increased their investment in production facilities, machinery and other assets. On the other, weak consumer purchasing power made it difficult for some…
The Federal Government has stepped up efforts to connect Nigerian workers with international employers through the new “Hire From Nigeria” campaign. The initiative is designed to promote Nigeria’s large pool of young and digitally skilled workers to companies looking for talent around the world. Vice President Kashim Shettima has been promoting the initiative as part…
Nigeria’s telecommunications sector has recorded further growth, with active mobile subscriptions rising to about 195 million in July 2026. The increase highlights the growing importance of mobile communication and internet services to Nigerians.Mobile phones have become an essential part of daily life, with Nigerians increasingly relying on them for banking, business, education, entertainment, communication and…
The Federal Government has intensified efforts to attract German investors into Nigeria as it seeks fresh capital and technology for key sectors of the economy. About 14 German companies are reportedly exploring investment opportunities in areas including cement, mining, construction and industrial technology. The development follows renewed discussions between Nigerian officials and German business representatives…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is expected to return to Nigeria on Tuesday, September 29, after spending about four weeks in Europe on what the Presidency described as a working vacation. The President is expected to arrive in Lagos, where he will spend the Independence Day period before returning to Abuja later in the week. Tinubu’s…
Smartphone ownership in Nigeria has risen to 75 per cent, reflecting the growing role of mobile devices in communication, business and access to digital services. The figure was contained in the Nigeria Smartphone Study, a nationwide analysis of smartphone ownership and digital application usage conducted by KPMG in partnership with Orange Group Nigeria. According to…
Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has instituted proceedings against the Federal Republic of Nigeria before the Community Court of Justice of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). The case concerns alleged violations of Falana’s fundamental rights dating back several decades and involving different military administrations. According to reports…