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The value of unsold goods in Nigeria has skyrocketed by 357.6% to N1.24 trillion, according to recent data. This significant increase raises concerns about the country’s economic stability and the challenges faced by manufacturers and retailers. Key Statistics: – Unsold goods value rose from N269.12 billion in 2022 to N1.24 trillion in 2023. – The […]
Renowned human rights lawyer Femi Falana has strongly criticized the prosecution of protesters associated with the #EndBadGovernance movement, emphasizing that such actions violate the 1999 Constitution .As a vocal advocate for human rights and democratic principles, Falana stresses that the right to peaceful assembly and protest is fundamental to democratic societies and safeguarded by international […]
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has urged for an immediate end to the Israeli aggression in Gaza, emphasizing that the conflict has persisted for far too long, causing immense suffering ¹. He made this call at the extraordinary Arab-Islamic Summit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where he reiterated Nigeria’s support for a two-state solution, allowing Israelis and […]
The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) has categorically denied any involvement in a purported threat to organize a protest against the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). The council has expressed deep concern over the malicious intent behind this false information and has taken swift action to clarify its stance. In a recent statement, the IYC emphasized […]
Mudashiru Obasa, the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, has expressed his interest in succeeding Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. While acknowledging his aspirations, Obasa emphasized his commitment to the All Progressives Congress (APC) and its overall success. In a recent statement, Obasa highlighted the importance of party loyalty over individual political ambitions. He asserted […]
The landing cost of petrol in Nigeria has recently experienced a decline, reaching a new level of N97.1 per liter. This reduction in import costs is a positive development for the country’s fuel market. However, despite the lower landing cost, the retail price of petrol at gas stations has continued to increase. This discrepancy between […]
The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) has issued a stern warning to defaulting states, threatening imminent strike action if they fail to implement the new national minimum wage. The labor union expressed deep concern over the worsening economic conditions in the country and the government’s apparent disregard for the welfare of workers. In a recent statement, […]
The Indigenous People of Biafra has asked South-East residents to ignore any declaration of sit-at-home on October 21 and 22, insisting that the order did not emanate from the group. A video and voice notes have been circulating on social media for over two weeks, warning residents of the South-East to remain indoors on October […]
In order to raise awareness of the increasing risks that young people in particular face, as well as the increasing vulnerability to the dangers lurking online, t he Lagos State Safety Commission today, in Ikeja, Lagos, organized a seminar for public and private schools, with the theme, “Building a Strong Cyber Safety Awareness”. According to Mrs. […]
In honor of World Mental Health Day, read what stars like Bella Hadid, Demi Lovato and Dwayne Johnson have shared about their journeys. Though World Mental Health Day is Oct. 10, prioritizing one’s wellbeing means focusing on it more than one day a year. And while it can sometimes feel difficult to put yourself […]
