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The big numberAccording to UN agencies, about 34.7–35 million Nigerians are projected to face acute food insecurity between June and August 2026, during the annual lean season.That’s one of the highest hunger figures in the world today. How bad is it?About 1.6 million people could face Emergency-level hunger (IPC Phase 4).About 15,000 people in parts ...
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The crisis nobody seesMany men are taught to be providers, protectors, and problem-solvers.But when they struggle emotionally, they are often told to man up, stay strong, or keep their problems to themselves.As a result, many of them suffer in silence long before anyone notices. The numbers tell a disturbing storyAccording to the World Health Organization: ...
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A look at how Nigeria reacts differently to insecurity depending on where it happens. A long-running crisis in the NorthIn states like Zamfara, Kaduna, Katsina, and Niger, insecurity has been ongoing for years.Bandit attacks, kidnappings, and school abductions have become frequent and recurring events.For those communities, it has shifted from “breaking news” to a harsh ...
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No fewer than 27,000 fibre-cut incidents were recorded across the country in 2025, resulting from disruptions largely caused by road construction activities and the vandalism of telecommunications infrastructure. The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) revealed this in a statement issued on Wednesday by its Head of Public Affairs, Nnenna Ukoha. The NCC highlighted fibre cuts as ...
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If you work for the federal government or you have a family member who works with the Federal civil service, here is good news you need to know about. The federal government this week announced new welfare reforms that will make civil servants earn more than their monthly pay check. 1. Retirement bonus Effective January ...
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You may not have noticed it yet. Life is getting more expensive, and people are adjusting in ways they don’t always talk about. What used to feel like normal spending now requires more thought and planning. Little by little, priorities are changing and certain things are being pushed aside. If you look closely, you might ...
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What’s really going on?You’re about to charge your phone or watch something, then suddenly, darkness. No warning, no explanation. So why does this keep happening? Here are five key reasons behind it. Not enough power to go round One major reason is low electricity generation.Nigeria does not produce enough power for its population. So even ...
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Picture this, there’s no power supply, your generator stopped working because fuel finished last week and you couldn’t be bothered to buy more fuel because, those prices you’ve been seeing? ABSOLUTELY NOT! You tell yourself natural breeze is a better option anyway. However, all the windows are open but there’s no breeze coming in, and ...
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If you've actively been on the internet recently, you would've heard about the claim by the Chairman of the Senate Public Accounts Committee, Ahmed Wadada, that the Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) could not account for about 210 trillion naira. Although the claim has been refuted, as fiscal professionals have highlighted that the claim ...
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The first quarter of the year would soon come to an end, and your financial goals for this quarter are not looking very achievable.We're not here to judge; things are hard, and you’re quickly realizing that your meagre salary is not going to cut it.All the explanations your boss is giving you when you ask ...
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By Osordi Ayomide Under the 1999 Constitution (as amended), the President is Head of State, Head of Government and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces (Section 130). Although widely seen as the most powerful political officeholder, presidential authority is limited by the Constitution and the doctrine of separation of powers. What the President can do The ...
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By Osordi Ayomide The Nigerian President is a powerful leader but there are decisions he cannot make despite the enormous power bestowed on the Office of the President by the Constitution. What the President cannot do The Constitution limits executive power. The legislature can override vetoes. The judiciary can also strike down unconstitutional actions. No ...
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By Osordi Ayomide Under Section 143 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), the President or Vice President can be removed for “gross misconduct.” The Constitution defines gross misconduct as a grave violation of the Constitution or misconduct that, in the opinion of the National Assembly, amounts to gross misconduct, giving lawmakers significant discretion. The impeachment ...
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By Mercy Enoma-George It’s 2026 and already everyone is setting financial goals. Let me tell you the truth, most people will abandon those goals by February max. Not because they’re lazy but because they’re making one simple mistake. The mistake is a setting vague goals like ‘I want to save more in 2026’ or ‘I’ll ...
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Nigeria, popularly known as the Super Eagles, has qualified for the FIFA World Cup six times since making its debut in the 1990s. Each appearance marked an important chapter in the country’s football history. Nigeria has qualified for the FIFA World Cup in: 1994, 1998, 2002, 2010, 2014, and 2018. Despite missing out on recent ...
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Nigeria’s technology ecosystem is no longer a boys’ club. Across fintech, digital infrastructure, software engineering, and space technology, Nigerian women are building platforms, leading companies, and redefining innovation. These women are not only breaking barriers but also creating opportunities, mentoring the next generation, and shaping Africa’s digital future. Here are five Nigerian women whose influence ...
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By Osordi Ayomide Before you think being born in your country is a mistake, check the countries on this list and rethink your decision. In these four countries, millions of children are still fighting to survive past age 15. The tragedy? They aren’t dying from incurable mysteries. They are dying from corruption, conflict, and broken ...
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By Osordi Ayomide Once a city is outside Lagos, many of us often have a fragmented view of the city but what if we told you there is more to Abeokuta than you already think you know? Here is the untold story of this city: 1. The city of revolutionary women (1940)Resistance isn't just a man’s ...
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By Osordi Ayomide Since the very first World Cup, African nations have chased the ultimate dream of bringing the trophy home. While we are yet to see an African champion, nations like Cameroon, Senegal, Nigeria, Ghana, and Morocco have come agonizingly close, delivering moments that shook the world! Here are 5 times African giants nearly ...
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By Osordi Ayomide Do you know that prior to the advert of FinTech disruptors like OPAY, Palmpay and the likes, there are a few legendary institutions have survived decades of economic shifts, regulatory reforms, and history to remain standing? Here are 5 of the longest-running banking heavyweights in Nigeria today: 1. First Bank (Est. 1894)The ...