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Prominent Nigerian activist Deji Adeyanju has made a powerful statement regarding the true organizers of recent protests in the country. According to Deji Adeyanju, the real driving forces behind these demonstrations are not individuals or organizations, but rather the pervasive issues of hunger, poverty, and corruption plaguing the nation. Deji Adeyanju’s bold declaration sheds light…

National Youth Forum, a prominent coalition of diverse youth organizations in Nigeria, has announced its withdrawal from the upcoming nationwide protest against the government. This decision comes after extensive deliberations and consultations among the member organizations, leaving many to wonder about the motivations behind this sudden withdrawal. The forum’s withdrawal has sent shockwaves through Nigeria’s…

As Nigeria’s stability hangs in the balance, a provocative question resonates through the streets: Can a nation be built on the foundations of rage, or does reason hold the key to a brighter future? The upcoming ’10 Days of Rage’ protest, scheduled for August 1-10, has sparked a fierce debate about the role of emotion…

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has made a strategic move to enhance liquidity in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) by announcing the sale of $148 million to authorized dealers. This significant injection of funds aims to address the pressing need for foreign exchange in the market, providing a much-needed lifeline for businesses and…

Daniel Bwala, a former loyalist of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), has made a shocking announcement to defect to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). This move follows a meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the State House on Wednesday, signaling a significant shift in Daniel Bwala’s political allegiance. As a prominent figure in…

The House of Representatives has passed a bill seeking to increase the 2024 Appropriation from N28.7 trillion to N35.055 trillion, representing a significant 22% boost to the nation’s budget. This bold move is expected to have far-reaching implications for the country’s economic growth and development. The resolution was passed during the consideration and adoption of…

Illegal refineries in Nigeria pose a severe threat to both human lives and the environment. According to reports by The PUNCH, from 2021 to 2023, at least 204 individuals lost their lives in explosions at these illicit sites. Workers at these locations often lack proper training and safety equipment, making them particularly vulnerable to accidents….