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Poultry Farmers Face Low Patronage Despite Price Cuts

Nigerian poultry farmers are in distress as low purchasing power leads to unsold chickens during the festive season, despite significant price reductions. Discover the economic factors behind this market paradox.

Widows, Orphans Excluded from Nigeria's Social Safety Net

As Nigeria's economic crisis deepens, widows and orphans remain outside formal welfare coverage. The SMILE Project's outreach to 1,500 beneficiaries highlights the urgent need for a structured national safety net.

Radda: Don't blame only govs for economic hardship

Katsina Governor Dikko Radda urges Nigerians to scrutinise Federal Government's use of 52% revenue share. He argues states, LGAs bear public anger despite limited funds. Read his full interview.

Yishawu's 50% Discount Food Market Eases Lagos Burden

Lagos lawmaker Gbolahan Yishawu launches a 50% discount food market in Eti-Osa, providing subsidized staples to over 10,000 residents for Christmas. Read how this initiative is easing economic pressure.

PDP Criticises Tinubu's 2026 'Sufferings' Budget

The Peoples Democratic Party has strongly criticised President Bola Tinubu's ₦58.18 trillion 2026 budget, labelling it a plan that deepens hardship for ordinary Nigerians. Read the full analysis.

FG Launches Onion Aid for 600 Sokoto Farmers

The Federal Government, through NADF, has launched an Onion Intervention Programme in Sokoto State to support 600 farmers hit by flooding and climate challenges, aiming to boost food security.

OECD Raises 2025 Growth Forecasts for US, Eurozone

The OECD says the world economy has been 'surprisingly resilient,' raising its 2025 growth estimates for the US and eurozone. Discover the key drivers and potential risks, including AI valuation concerns.

Africa's $90B Debt Crisis Blocks Climate Action

African countries spent $90B on debt servicing in 2024 while climate finance falls short. G20 summit must deliver debt relief to unlock Africa's green transition and global climate security.

Africa's $163bn Debt Crisis Needs EU Action

African leaders warn Europe must help break debt cycle as countries pay $163bn annually. Unsustainable debt hampers climate resilience and development across the continent.

Why I Married Five Wives - Kano Yam Seller

Ibrahim Yahaya, a Kano man selling fried yam in Warri, reveals why he married five wives and how Tinubu's economic policies affect his business. Read his survival story.

Japan PM Takaichi defends $135bn stimulus package

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi insists the $135 billion stimulus is fiscally responsible despite market concerns. Includes energy subsidies and tax cuts to combat inflation.

UK-Nigeria Trade Mission Opens in Abuja

A UK-Nigeria trade mission has launched in Abuja to empower women-led businesses and boost non-oil exports. Discover how this initiative creates new opportunities.

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