Rice, a staple for Christmas celebrations in Nigeria, has become a luxury this year. Soaring food prices have made the traditional dish of jollof rice and chicken increasingly out of reach for many families, who are now carefully reconsidering their plans for the upcoming holiday season. To understand the cause, it’s important to note that … Read more
The Presidency has remained silent following critical remarks from former President Olusegun Obasanjo and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concerning President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms. Speaking at the Chinua Achebe Leadership Forum at Yale University, Obasanjo described Nigeria as being under “state capture,” accusing the government of corruption and poor leadership. EDITOR’S PICKS Trump Taps … Read more
Senator Oluremi Tinubu has stood by her husband, President Bola Tinubu, amid growing economic challenges in Nigeria, insisting that he should not be blamed for the current situation. Her comments come as Nigerians struggle with rising prices, particularly after the removal of the fuel subsidy, which saw petrol prices skyrocket from ₦198 to ₦1,030 per … Read more