Electricity workers intensify protests by locking out the Power Minister, demanding a reversal of the recent steep tariff hike by May 31, 2024.
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Organized Labour in Nigeria dismisses the N100,000 minimum wage offer, citing insufficient provisions for the basic cost of living amid rising expenses.
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Dangote’s new refinery starts, promising to end Nigeria’s need for petrol imports and setting a milestone for self-sufficiency in Africa’s energy sector.
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Starting May 24, Nigerian students can apply for interest-free loans via a newly launched government portal, supporting both academic and vocational pursuits.
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Samson Ajao has set a new Guinness World Record by reading aloud for 215 hours, inspiring a community-wide celebration in Osogbo.
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Minister of Women Affairs sues to stop Niger Speaker’s plan, prioritizing education and rights of 100 girls over mass wedding.
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Labor unions NLC and TUC have initiated a nationwide shutdown of DisCos offices, protesting against recent electricity tariff hikes amid economic challenges.
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Aliko Dangote, with a $14.3 billion fortune, ranks as the world’s sixth richest manufacturer, underscoring his significant impact on the global economic landscape.
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The EFCC has directed foreign missions in Nigeria to exclusively use the Nigerian naira for all transactions, aiming to strengthen the currency and reduce dollar dependency.
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In response to public outcry, the House of Representatives directs the Central Bank of Nigeria to suspend the controversial 0.5% levy on electronic transactions.
