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US Military Commences Blockade of Iran’s Strait of Hormuz

U.S. Navy destroyer USS Kidd enforces a blockade against Iranian maritime traffic in the Strait.

Rising Borrowing Costs Deepen Debt Concerns for Nigeria, Other African Economies – AfDB

The African Development Bank building with the AfDB logo, highlighting Africa's mounting debt concerns.

Netanyahu Orders Direct Peace Talks with Lebanon

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu authorizes direct peace talks with Lebanon in Washington to disarm Hezbollah.

Israel’s Lebanon Offensive Threatens US-Iran Fragile Truce

Israeli strikes on Lebanon fuel regional tensions, threatening the fragile ceasefire between Iran and the United States.

US and Iran Agree to Two Weeks Conditional Ceasefire as Negotiation Continues

US and Iran announce a two-week ceasefire and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran Defiant As US, Israel Intensify Attacks

Trump warns of "dying civilization" as Israel-U.S. intensify strikes while Iran forms human chains.

Kogi Opens Electricity Market to Investors as Regulator Marks One Year

KERC Chairman Ibrahim Abdwaaris speaks on Kogi State's new electricity market and mini-grid expansion.

Nigeria in the Lithium Race: Can It Turn Potential into Power?

Artisanal miners in Nasarawa, Nigeria, sorting raw lithium rocks for global clean energy battery demand.

Nigeria’s Niger Delta investment drive woos Chinese investors

Niger Delta summit targeting $5 billion investment through Chinese partnerships and regional industrial growth.

Nigeria’s Reform Fatigue Meets Election Politics: The Economic Test Before 2027

Economic reforms in Nigeria face pressure from inflation and fiscal demands ahead of 2027 elections.

Billions in the Shadows: Can Nigeria Tax the Social Commerce Boom?

Nigeria targets "shadow" social commerce billions as authorities map informal digital retail tax.

Selling Without Stores: Nigeria’s WhatsApp Economy Surges Ahead of Regulators

Small business owner managing customer orders and logistics directly via smartphone messaging apps in Nigeria.

Nigeria’s Insecurity Crisis: Why Economic and Institutional Reform Matter

President Tinubu addresses Nigeria's insecurity, highlighting need for economic and institutional reforms.

ECOWAS’ ECO Currency: Can the 2027 Target Finally Be Delivered?

ECOWAS leaders discuss ECO currency roadmap for deeper West African economic integration.

Nigeria’s Power Challenge: Balancing Reliability and Affordability

Passenger scans QR code inside driverless minibus to access free AI-powered digital library.

How INEC Can Translate Voter Registration into Credible Elections in 2027

Customers register to vote during INEC's Continuous Voter Registration exercise ahead of 2027 elections.

NNPC’s 20-Year Gas Deal Marks a New Chapter for Ajaokuta Steel

NNPC and Ajaokuta Steel sign 20-year gas supply agreement to revive Nigeria's steel industry.

One Person, One ID: Assessing Nigeria’s National Identity Policy

Nigerians registering for NIN as new identity law expands nationwide digital enrollment efforts.

How Oyo State Is Turning Agriculture into Big Business

Modern agricultural processing facility driving Oyo State's agribusiness growth, investment, value addition and farmer prosperity.

Can Nigeria’s New 12-Year Education System Fix a Long-Broken Education Sector?

Nigerian students in classroom highlight education reform, teacher shortages, funding gaps and learning challenges.

Nigeria’s Next Oil? Why Solid Minerals Could Power the Country’s Economic Future

Nigeria's solid minerals, including gold and lithium, support economic diversification and industrial development.

Wage Dignity: Why Nigeria Must Move from Minimum Wage to Living Wage

Nigerian workers demand living wage amid rising living costs, poverty and economic inequality.

Nigeria’s State Police Bill: Reform Promise and the Tests Ahead

The photo shows President Tinubu, the Nigerian Senate chamber, and a police officer.

Why the Warri-Itakpe Railway Falls Short

Warri-Itakpe railway train faces freight challenges, vandalism, safety concerns despite growing passenger demand.