Nigeria’s Economy Shows Recovery Signs, Yet 139 Million Remain in Poverty — World Bank Report
Nigeria has made significant strides in stabilizing its economy through bold policy reforms, but living standards remain under pressure as food inflation and poverty continue to rise, according to the latest Nigeria Development Update (NDU) released by the World Bank on Wednesday. The report commended the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for its “bold […]
Nigeria’s Internally Generated Revenue Surges by Nearly 50% as Lagos, Rivers, and FCT Lead in 2024
Nigeria recorded a remarkable fiscal leap in 2024, as its Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) rose year-on-year by 49.7 percent, reaching ₦3.63 trillion compared to ₦2.43 trillion in 2023. According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) report, Lagos, Rivers, and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) maintained their lead as Nigeria’s top-performing subnational economies — generating […]
SelectUSA Opens Registration for 2026 Investment Summit in Washington, D.C.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced that registration is now open for the 2026 SelectUSA Investment Summit, scheduled to take place from May 3–6, 2026 at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland. Widely regarded as the premier global event for promoting foreign direct investment (FDI) in the United States, […]
Nigeria’s FCT Pilgrims Board Sets 2026 Hajj Fare Amid Global Preparations
As Muslim communities around the world intensify preparations for the 2026 Hajj, the Federal Capital Territory Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board (FCT-MPWB), Abuja, has released the approved fare for intending pilgrims from Nigeria’s capital city. The cost has been pegged at ₦8,244,813.67 (approximately USD 5,400 at prevailing exchange rates). In a statement, the Director of the […]
WADHI Backs Historic Bills to End Women’s Underrepresentation in Nigerian Politics
Abuja, Nigeria – Women Arise Development and Humanitarian Initiative (WADHI) is taking center stage in the campaign for two landmark reforms—the Reserved Seat for Women Bill and the Independent Candidacy Bill—currently under public hearing at Nigeria’s National Assembly. According to WADHI, these bills are historic interventions that could reshape Nigeria’s political and governance structures, where […]
Ebola Scare in Abuja: What It Reveals About Global Health Preparedness
Abuja has been gripped by rumours of an Ebola outbreak. For many residents, the whispers evoked painful memories of the 2014 West African crisis that claimed over 11,000 lives. But this time, the story took a different turn: the suspected case in Nigeria’s capital tested negative for both Ebola and Marburg. Dr. Dolapo Fasawe, Mandate […]
Naidcare Calls for Increased Awareness, Support for Alzheimer’s in Nigeria
As the world prepares to mark the 2025 World Alzheimer’s Day, Naidcare, a professional care services agency, has called for greater awareness and support for persons living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and across Nigeria. Speaking at a media chat over the weekend, Senior Executive and Head of […]
Nigeria’s Hilda Baci Heats Up the Jollof Wars with Record-Breaking Feast
The long-running culinary rivalry between Nigeria and Ghana over who makes the best Jollof rice has taken a fiery new turn, as Nigerian chef Hilda Baci has broken another world record — this time with the largest serving of Nigerian-style Jollof rice. Partnering with Gino Nigeria, Hilda cooked up a staggering 8,780 kilograms (19,356 pounds) […]
Burkina Faso Opens Its Doors to All Africans with Free Entry Visas
Burkina Faso has announced a major step toward continental unity, making entry free for all African nationals. Ouagadougou says visa fees are now waived for citizens across Africa, with only one requirement: visitors must complete an online application form and receive approval before traveling. Previously, a tourist visa to Burkina Faso cost nearly $100 (55,000 […]
AU and IGAD Welcome Quad’s Commitment to Sudan Peace Process
Addis Ababa & Djibouti, September 14, 2025 — The African Union Commission (AUC) and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) have expressed strong support for the Joint Statement issued by the Quad — comprising the Foreign Ministers of Egypt, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and the United States — regarding the ongoing conflict in […]
