The Registrar of the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN), Faruk Abubakar, revealed a staggering trend of Nigerian nurses and midwives seeking better opportunities abroad. Speaking on Channels Television’s Morning Brief, Abubakar disclosed that over 15,000 healthcare professionals left Nigeria in 2023 alone, contributing to a total of 42,000 departures over the past three…
Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has called on stakeholders in the renewable energy sector to seize the opportunities presented by the recently enacted Electricity Act 2023. Speaking at the First Annual Legislative Summit on Renewable Energy in Nigeria, Akpabio emphasized the need for collaboration between the government and private sector to implement the new legislation effectively….
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has advised the Bola Tinubu-led administration to gradually remove electricity subsidies in Nigeria, following the government’s earlier removal of fuel subsidies in May 2023, despite the challenges faced by Nigerians following the fuel subsidy removal. In its published ‘Post Financing Assessment (PFA)’ report, the IMF stated that the federal government…
Former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor, Godwin Emefiele, is currently facing trial at the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Maitama, Abuja. The trial, presided over by Justice Hamza Muazu, involves allegations of corrupt practices, conspiracy, criminal breach of trust, forgery, and obtaining by false pretences amounting to $6,230,000 (Six Million, Two Hundred…
President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his administration’s commitment to making Nigeria a net exporter of food despite the recent surge in food prices. Speaking during a meeting with the leadership of the Tijanniyya Movement in Abuja, the president emphasized the need for self-sufficiency in food production through significant investments in agriculture. President Tinubu announced plans…
An audit report from the Office of the Auditor-General of the Federation (OAuGF) has revealed a significant gap of $4.5 billion in Nigeria’s Foreign Reserves between 2018 and 2019. The report indicates that the reserves decreased from US$42.59 billion to US$38.09 billion during this period, raising concerns about accountability. Emir Aminu Ado Bayero of Kano…
Emir Aminu Ado Bayero of Kano expressed deep concerns about the worsening hunger and starvation in Nigeria during a meeting with First Lady Remi Tinubu. He noted that while the issue predates the current administration, it has become more severe since President Bola Tinubu assumed office in May 2023. Emir Bayero also highlighted the alarming…
Former Edo State Governor and current Senator representing Edo North Senatorial District, Adams Oshiomhole, has stirred debate with his recent comments on the lingering impact of ex-President Muhammadu Buhari’s policies on Nigerians. Speaking in an interview on Channels Television, Oshiomhole expressed concern over what he described as the enduring suffering of Nigerians as a result…
Nigeria’s power supply has been plagued by 232 cases of partial and total collapses between 2010 and 2023, raising concerns about the country’s economic prospects. Despite the federal government’s efforts, including a partial privatization of the power sector in 2013, and substantial financial investments, there has been little improvement in the sector’s performance. The country’s…
Many Nigerians are expressing concern over the rising prices of drugs and are calling for urgent intervention from the Federal Government. Residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in Abuja spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday, highlighting their struggles with the escalating costs of medications. They described the situation as unsustainable,…