Primate Elijah Ayodele warns President Bola Tinubu and the APC against overconfidence ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Ayodele gave his reasons.
The IMF says Nigerians are suffering from rising food and energy prices, urging Tinubu’s government to provide cash transfers to vulnerable households.
Lagos’ 2026 Fashion Career Fair will connect 500+ workers with 100+ businesses on October 22–23, offering free interviews, career clinics and virtual workshops.
Nigeria’s Federal Government and World Bank launch vocational training for 80,000 youths, combining practical skills, internships and employment support.
Kwara, Ekiti, Plateau and Enugu expand subsidised transport, but limited routes and high fuel and maintenance costs keep cheaper fares out of reach for many.
Food prices fell in Nigeria in September, with sweet potatoes, maize, garri, beans and rice cheaper, while egusi, tomatoes and vegetable oil rose in major markets.
Tinubu’s government has borrowed $11.36 billion as Nigeria’s external debt climbed to $54.52 billion, while total public debt reached N166.79 trillion in June.
The naira gained against the dollar in official and parallel markets as FX turnover surged 226% to $80.58m, narrowing the gap to N45 as reserves continue rising.
Nigerian food prices remain uneven despite easing inflation. Ten staples, from onions and beans to rice and tomatoes, face fresh price pressure in markets.
Nigeria’s banking liquidity rose 17.16% to N5.53 trillion in May 2026 as the CBN withdrew excess cash amid heavy demand for Treasury bills and bonds at auction.
Nigeria’s Skills-to-Jobs Initiative will train 300,000 young Nigerians, backed by $617.7 million, and aims to link 80% of trainees to jobs across the country.
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