Nigeria’s manufacturing sector stands at a critical juncture. For years, it has weathered a barrage of challenges, from crippling infrastructure deficits and inconsistent power supply to the vagaries of a fluctuating currency and the relentless competition from cheaper imports. Yet, amidst these persistent headwinds, there are flickers of resilience, a[Read More…]
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Nigeria First’ in Action: Examining the Impact of the New Policy on Local Industries
In a bold move to stimulate domestic production and foster economic self-reliance, the Nigerian government has officially rolled out its “Nigeria First” policy. This ambitious initiative prioritizes the procurement and utilization of locally made goods and services across various sectors. While the policy has been met with cautious optimism by[Read More…]
Oil Production Surge – A Glimmer of Hope or Fool’s Gold?
Nigeria’s recent surge in oil production has undoubtedly sent ripples of cautious optimism through the nation’s economic landscape. After years of struggling with dwindling output due to pipeline vandalism, underinvestment, and operational challenges, the reported increase offers a tantalizing prospect: boosted revenue and a potential resurgence in investor confidence. But[Read More…]
The Unfolding Security Crisis: From Benue Farms to Digital Battlefronts
In Nigeria, the concept of security is undergoing a profound and multifaceted transformation. Traditionally understood through the lens of physical safety and territorial integrity, the nation’s security challenges now extend far beyond its geographical borders and into the intricate web of the digital realm. From the fertile farmlands of Benue[Read More…]
The Shadow of Insecurity: How Nigeria’s Crises Became a Political Battlefield
From the ravaged farmlands of Benue to the volatile digital spaces echoing with extremist ideologies, insecurity has become an inescapable reality for millions of Nigerians. Banditry in the Northwest, the lingering insurgency in the Northeast, and the increasingly violent clashes between farmers and herders in the Middle Belt are not[Read More…]
3 Million Barrels Per Day Oil Production By 2030, a Dream Nigeria Must Wake From
I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but it is very unlikely this lofty and unrealistic target can be met. Even 2.5 million per day is unlikely. I will try to dissect the reasons why. It is critical Nigeria adopts a sober realization of the challenges facing the[Read More…]
Healthcare in Rural Africa: A Crisis Demanding Collective Action
By Julius Agenmonmen Every day across rural Nigeria and Africa, countless lives are lost—not to war or disasters, but to something far more preventable: a lack of basic healthcare access. In villages tucked away in the heart of Nigeria’s vast countryside, people fight for survival against diseases that should not[Read More…]
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FG Revenue Rises 76% to N12.5tn, Fueled by Tax and Oil Gains — Budget Office
The Federal Government’s earnings have increased by 76 percent, rising from N7.1 trillion in 2022 to N12.5 trillion in 2023, due to higher taxes and oil revenues. This information was revealed in the recently released 2025-2027 Medium Term Expenditure Framework and Fiscal Strategy Paper from the Ministry of Budget and[Read More…]