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Onanuga’s ‘no hunger’ remark sparks criticism, as Tinubu policies come under scrutiny

June 25, 2026June 25, 2026 Aminu Imam

A fresh debate over the state of Nigeria’s economy and the living conditions of citizens erupted yesterday, after Presidential Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, said he does not personally see the level of hunger frequently highlighted in public discourse, drawing a sharp rebuke from Arise Television anchor, Rufai Oseni. Recall thst speaking during a television programme, Onanuga defended the economic policies of President Bola Tinubu, arguing that several government initiatives and infrastructure projects are already delivering tangible benefits to Nigerians. According to him, improvements in road infrastructure provide…

‘Lead or resign’ – Ɗangiwa Umar, opposition H’Reps. tells Tinubu

June 18, 2026June 18, 2026 Aminu Imam

…Demands 6-month security plan Fresh criticism has trailed President Bola Tinubu’s administration as former military governor of Kaduna State, Col. Abubakar Ɗangiwa Umar (rtd), and the Minority Caucus in the 10th House of Representatives separately raised concerns over worsening insecurity, economic hardship, and the state of Nigeria’s democracy. In an open letter to the President, Ɗangiwa Umar commended Tinubu for honouring military officers, civilian activists and pro-democracy campaigners who resisted the annulment of the June 12, 1993 presidential election, describing the recognition as a fitting tribute to those who sacrificed…

Insecurity, hunger spark rising public anger, as protesters storm NASS

June 10, 2026June 10, 2026 Aminu Imam

…TIB plans June 12 nationwide action Growing public frustration over Nigeria’s worsening insecurity and economic hardship is fueling a wave of civic activism, as hundreds of youths marched to the National Assembly in Abuja, while the Take-It-Back (TIB) Movement mobilises for a nationwide protest scheduled for June 12. The Abuja protest, organised under the banner: ‘Nigerians Unite Against Terror’, saw demonstrators march from the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs to the National Assembly, demanding urgent government action to address escalating insecurity, kidnappings, banditry, and violent attacks across the country. Carrying…

‘Atiku to take Nigeria’s crisis to U.S.’

May 4, 2026May 4, 2026 Aminu Imam

…Says nation facing ‘full-blown internal crisis’ Former Vice-President, Atiku Abubakar, has sounded a grave warning over what he describes as Nigeria’s rapid descent into chaos, declaring that the country is facing a full-blown internal crisis marked by worsening insecurity, economic hardship, and failing democratic institutions. In a statement issued yesterday by his media adviser, Paul Ibe, Atiku said his upcoming visit to the United States will focus squarely on drawing global attention to Nigeria’s deteriorating condition. “Nigeria is facing a full-blown internal crisis, one that can no longer be downplayed,…

IMF warns of tougher economic times for Nigerians

April 18, 2026April 18, 2026 Aminu Imam

The International Monetary Fund (IMF), has warned that Nigerians may face tougher economic conditions in the near-term, as rising food and transportation costs continue to squeeze household incomes amid lingering global shocks. The Fund also raised concerns about Nigeria’s growing debt burden, even as crude oil prices surged above $113 per barrel in the international market, offering potential upside for government revenue. The price rally, driven partly by uncertainties around US–Iran peace talks linked to Middle-East tensions, has created expectations of stronger oil earnings for Nigeria. At current levels, Nigerian…

Fuel Price: Nigerians watch incomes vanish into transport costs

April 6, 2026April 6, 2026 Aminu Imam

Aminu Imam By April 2026, the daily routine of millions of Nigerians has quietly turned into a struggle for survival. At dawn in Abuja, bus stops begin to fill long before sunrise. Civil servants, traders, artisans, and students gather in silence, each calculating how much of their earnings will disappear before the day even begins. For many, getting to work now feels like the biggest expense of living. The sharp rise in fuel prices has triggered a chain reaction across the economy. Petrol now sells between ₦1,300 and ₦1,450 per…

Double hardship: Nigerians battle blackouts, as petrol hits ₦1,500

March 30, 2026March 30, 2026 Aminu Imam

Nigerians are facing deepening economic hardship, as rising global oil prices, triggered by the ongoing Middle-East conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran, push domestic petrol prices to about ₦1,500 per litre, while electricity supply remains erratic. The surge in crude oil prices above $100 per barrel, worsened by disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz, has driven-up fuel costs across Nigeria, with prices rising sharply from about ₦800 in late February. Across the country, households and businesses are grappling with a dual crisis of expensive fuel and prolonged power…

Palm Sunday: “Nigerians suffering; show empathy, ease the burden” – CAN tells leaders

March 30, 2026March 30, 2026 Aminu Imam

As Christians all over the world mark the celebration of Palm Sunday to remember the triumphant entrance of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem, the Christian Association of Nigeria, (CAN), has called on leaders in the country to show empathy and ease the burden of Nigerians. The apex Christian body noted that Jesus entering into Jerusalem was not a show of force, but a message of peace, purpose, and hope, adding that in a tense atmosphere, the saviour chose humility; riding on a colt, not in the trappings of power. “That choice…

“Poor leadership to blame for Nigeria’s hardship, insecurity” – Catholic Bishops

March 3, 2026March 3, 2026 Aminu Imam

The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has blamed Nigeria’s deepening economic crisis and persistent insecurity on poor leadership and a flawed understanding of politics. In a communiqué issued on February 26 at the end of their first plenary meeting of the year, the bishops said the nation’s challenges stem largely from what they described as a “wrong idea of politics” that prioritises election rigging and personal gain over service to the people. The weeklong meeting was held at the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria Resource Centre in the Abuja Archdiocese.…

‘Over 140m Nigerians may become poorer by December’ – PwC

January 9, 2026January 9, 2026 Aminu Imam

Poverty levels in Nigeria are expected to worsen significantly over the next two years, with as many as 141 million Nigerians, representing about 62% of the population, projected to be living in poverty by 2026, according to PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC). The projection is contained in PwC’s Nigeria Economic Outlook 2026, released yesterday titled: ‘Turning Macro-economic Stability into Sustainable Growth’, which warns that recent policy adjustments aimed at stabilising the economy are yet to translate into tangible welfare gains for households. PwC noted that weak real income growth, combined with persistently high…