Economy

Following protests in Minna, Niger State over the rising cost of living, another wave of demonstrations has emerged in Suleja, also in Niger State, with protesters calling on President Bola Tinubu to address the hardships they are facing. Suleja, located near the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, witnessed demonstrators wielding placards with messages such as…

The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has raised alarm over the alarming increase in prices of essential goods in Nigeria, expressing deep concern over the impact on citizens. According to reports, there has been widespread unease among Nigerians due to soaring prices of items like rice, flour, sugar, and cement, exacerbated by the depreciation of…

The Federal Government has expressed concern over the escalating costs of food and essential goods in Nigeria, leading to demonstrations in Niger and Kano. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Olawale Edun, conveyed this worry during a bilateral meeting with a visiting German delegation, led by the country’s Minister of Economic…

A widespread protest has erupted at Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Abia State, as students of the institution express outrage over an alleged 60% increase in their school fees. The protest, which commenced around 10 am during a semester examination, was reportedly triggered by the university management’s decision to bar students who had not…