Tag: Nigerians
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Diaspora Remittances Hit Record $947m In July As Nigerians Battle Economic Hardship
By Opeyemi Adelakun Nigeria’s diaspora remittances climbed to $3.8 billion in the first seven months of 2026, as money sent home by citizens abroad continued to provide financial relief to households grappling with rising living costs. Figures from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) showed that the amount transferred through formal international money transfer channels…
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Atiku Launches ‘Ask AA’ Portal for Nigerians to Question Him on Policies, Record
By George Omagbemi Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has unveiled a new digital platform, tagged Ask AA, inviting Nigerians to question him about his public service record, policy proposals and plans for the country ahead of the 2027 presidential election. The initiative by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate is designed to provide citizens with…
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“Tinubu Should Emulate This” – Nigerians React to Obi’s Fitness Video
By George Omagbemi Former Anambra State Governor and Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate Peter Obi has attracted attention online after sharing a video of himself exercising in a gym ahead of the 2027 general election. The video, posted on Wednesday, October 14, shows Obi working out on a treadmill while promoting a message of…
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‘Nigerians Too Poor For Market-Driven Fuel Prices,’ ADC Says
By Opeyemi Adelakun The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has argued that Nigerians cannot be left to bear the full impact of market-driven fuel prices, promising to subsidise crude oil production if it takes power in 2027. The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, stated this on Monday during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today,…
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7 Things to Know About FG’s Plan to Make Petrol and Transport Costs Cheaper for Nigerians
By George Omagbemi The Federal Government has announced a fresh package of measures aimed at easing the pressure of high petrol and transportation costs on Nigerians. The measures were announced on Thursday by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, during a briefing in Abuja on fuel prices and subsidy-related…
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2027: Why Nigerians Should Reject Peter Obi and Atiku — BAT- KSM Network Vision
The Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Kashim Shettima Movement (BAT-KSM Movement) in Ondo State has urged Nigerians to reject Peter Obi of the Labour Party (LP) and Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2027 general elections. The group called on Nigerians to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress…
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Nigeria Should Be Patient’ – Hanks Anuku Defends Tinubu, Says He’s Doing Great
By Gloria Drealomalicha Veteran Nollywood actor, Hanks Anuku, has called on Nigerians to be patient with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying his administration should be given time to address the country’s challenges. Anuku made the call during an interview, where he expressed his support for the President and argued that Tinubu should not be blamed…
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INEC To Brief Nigerians As 2027 Elections Enter 100-Day Countdown
By Opeyemi Adelakun The Independent National Electoral Commission will on Tuesday brief Nigerians on its preparations for the 2027 general elections as the polls enter the final 100-day countdown. The commission said the national stakeholders’ meeting and World Press Conference would provide an opportunity to update key actors and the public on its level of…
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Makinde Urges Nigerians to Unite Above Religious and Ethnic Differences
By George Omagbemi Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has urged Nigerians to remain united and committed to nation-building despite the challenges confronting the country. Makinde made the call during Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary celebration held at the Lekan Salami Sports Complex, Adamasingba, Ibadan, where he was represented by his Deputy, Bayo Lawal. The governor said…
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FRSC Deploys 170 Ambulances Nationwide
By George Omagbemi The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has deployed more than 170 ambulances nationwide as part of efforts to strengthen emergency response and rescue operations following road crashes. FRSC Public Education Officer, Osondu Ohaeri, disclosed this on Monday, September 28, 2026, in Abuja, while responding to questions about the Corps’ emergency ambulance network.…
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September 30; NUSA Warns Nigerians in South Africa to Avoid Protest Areas
By George Omagbemi The Nigerian Union in South Africa (NUSA) has advised Nigerians across the country to remain calm, vigilant and safety-conscious ahead of the September 30, 2026 action announced by the March and March movement. The advisory, issued by NUSA President General, Adv. Dr. Smart I. Nwobi, PhD, through his SSA on Media and…
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10 Govt Services Nigerians Can Access Online And How To Find Their Official Portals
By Opeyemi Adelakun Nigerians can now access several government services online, reducing the need for physical visits to public offices for certain transactions. From passport applications to business registration, the digital platforms allow citizens to submit applications, obtain information and track some requests. Here are 10 government services Nigerians can access online and their official…