9 h. ago Group condemns Tinubu’s economic policies, rising insecurity

By Sunday Ani The United Nigeria Front (UNF) has condemned the administration of President Bola Tinubu, citing disastrous economic policies, escalating insecurity, widespread poverty and a failure to deliver on critical promises to the Nigerian people. A statement by  the group’s national leader, Dr. Ben Ugwu accused the Tinubu-led government of implementing harsh and misguided […] The post Group condemns Tinubu’s economic policies, rising insecurity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago May Day: NLC demands action on economic hardship, slams Tinubu’s unfulfilled promises

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja As Nigerian workers mark International Workers’ Day on May 1, 2025, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has issued a list of demands to the federal government, expressing alarm over worsening economic conditions. NLC President Joe Ajaero, speaking to reporters on April 30, outlined grievances ranging from harmful economic policies to rising […] The post May Day: NLC demands action on economic hardship, slams Tinubu’s unfulfilled promises appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago IMF apologises for negative remarks on Nigeria’s economic policies

IMF Director Kristalina Georgieva reportedly apologised on Monday in Washington, DC, for recent comments about Nigeria needing to consider the read more IMF apologises for negative remarks on Nigeria’s economic policies

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1 week ago SERAP sues FG over ban on Eedris Abdulkareem’s song ‘Tell Your Papa’

Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) over the failure to reverse the arbitrary, illegal and unconstitutional ban on Eedris Abdulkareem’s song ‘Tell Your Papa.’ The song, which allegedly criticised President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies, was prohibited from radio and TV broadcast over its objectionable nature. […] The post SERAP sues FG over ban on Eedris Abdulkareem’s song ‘Tell Your Papa’ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago CBN: Bank recapitalisation aligns monetary, fiscal policies with FG’s economic vision

By Michael Nwadike The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN’s) decision to embark on the recapitalisation of banks was to align monetary, fiscal policies with the Federal Government’s vision of prosperity for Nigerians and the economy. The recapitalisation which is underway, is recording significant successes, with the raising of capital by many banks and a surge […] The post CBN: Bank recapitalisation aligns monetary, fiscal policies with FG’s economic vision appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago AfDB president urges African leaders to avoid retaliatory tariffs, seize local opportunities

Byline: Fred Ezeh, Abuja Dr Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB), has cautioned African nations against imposing retaliatory tariffs in response to recent US trade policies, warning that such measures could devastate their economies. Speaking at a convocation lecture at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) in Abuja, themed “Advancing […] The post AfDB president urges African leaders to avoid retaliatory tariffs, seize local opportunities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Inflation, poor governance fueling Nigeria’s economic woes, economist warns

The Group Chief Economist and Managing Director at the African Export-Import Bank, Dr. Yemi Kale, has blamed Nigeria’s economic woes on domestic policy errors, noting that policies are introduced without adequate safeguards. He stated this while delivering his keynote address at the 2025 Vanguard Economic Discourse held on Wednesday in Lagos. He said, “Most of Read More

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3 w. ago N144trn debt: Economic experts renew calls for improved policies

By Chinwendu Obienyi Economic experts have renewed calls for improved debt management policies in Nigeria, following the country’s mounting debt burden of N144.7 trillion as of December 2024, highlighting the urgent need for integrated strategies to address fiscal imbalances and ensure long-term sustainability. Latest figure disclosed by the Debt Management Office (DMO) in its report […] The post N144trn debt: Economic experts renew calls for improved policies appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago “Nigeria Economy Would’ve Been Better Under My Watch In Two Years Unlike That Of Tinubu” – Peter Obi

Former presidential candidate of Labour Party, Peter Obi has berated President Bola Tinubu’s led administration over its approach to Nigeria’s economy. Obi also accused Tinubu’s government over implementing economic policies, saying that are responsible for hardship facing many Nigerians. Speaking on Tuesday during an interview with Arise TV, the former governor of Anambra State faulted […] The post “Nigeria Economy Would’ve Been Better Under My Watch In Two Years Unlike That Of Tinubu” – Peter Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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