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In a recent event commemorating the one-year anniversary of the February 25th, 2023 Presidential Elections, Peter Obi, the Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party, addressed a gathering in Abuja. During the event, themed “Redefining Our Options and Consolidating our Legacies,” Obi emphasized the urgent need for Nigerian youths to reclaim their country from leaders who…
Femi Fani-Kayode Sparks Controversy with Thought-Provoking Quotes on Colonial History and Financial Transgressions Renowned Nigerian politician Femi Fani-Kayode recently stirred up a social media storm by sharing a photo of former UK Prime Minister David Cameron with a striking quote. The quote attributed to Cameron asserted, “If the money stolen from Nigeria in the last…
Retired General Yakubu Gowon, Nigeria’s former Head of State, has called on Nigerians to exercise patience and allow more time for the administration led by President Bola Tinubu to address the various challenges facing the nation. The retired military officer made these remarks after a meeting with President Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja….
Human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) has called on the Nigerian government to reject the economic prescriptions of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank. Falana expressed concern over what he termed “deleterious policies” advised by these international financial institutions, particularly in areas such as increasing electricity tariffs and removing remaining petrol subsidies….
Social commentator and author, Reno Omokri, took to Twitter (@renoomokri) to express his support for key economic policies, urging Nigerians to embrace self-sufficiency in the face of economic challenges. In a series of tweets, Omokri endorsed the flotation of the Naira and the unification of the exchange rate, considering them as necessary steps. He also…
In response to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s recent criticisms of President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies, the Presidency has refuted claims that the administration’s reforms are causing intense cost of living pressures among Nigerians. Mr Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, issued a statement titled ‘Atiku Abubakar and his…
In a surprising turn of events, Burkina Faso, Niger Republic, and Mali have announced their immediate departure from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), raising eyebrows and prompting speculations about the underlying motives behind this move. Former Nigerian Minister for Foreign Affairs, Bolaji Akinyemi, has suggested that Russia might have a hand in…
In a recent tweet, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar raised concerns about the lack of transparency surrounding the $3.3 billion emergency crude repayment loan secured by the Bola Tinubu-led administration. Atiku urged the Federal Government to provide explanations for the questionable details surrounding the loan, emphasizing the need for openness in such economic decisions. The…
In a recent revelation, Femi Adesina, former Special Adviser to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari on Media and Publicity, claimed that the Buhari administration did a favor to Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the outlawed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), by extraditing him to Nigeria. Adesina shared this perspective in his new book titled ‘Reflections of a…
A group of retired generals from the Nigerian military has offered strategic advice on addressing the persistent insecurity challenges in the country. The retired military officers expressed their views during a discussion on how to effectively tackle terrorism, banditry, and other security threats within a six-month timeframe. One retired Airforce General emphasized the need for…