Nigeria’s government has approved zero percent duty, VAT exemptions on essential food items to ease hardship, effective August 15, 2024.

Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed has reiterated his criticism of federal policies that have led to hardship, calls for improved governance.

Cross River State, in partnership with Rinehoole Ltd has commenced a $350 million railway project to connect Calabar to Obudu.

Power Minister Adelabu has attributed Nigeria’s electricity issues to past administrations, promising a turnaround and 27% rise in power supply.

Deputy defence minister Bello Matawalle says Nigeria is grappling with a significant demand for ammunition, and advocates local production.

Tinubu says Africa must take charge of solving its own problems, and urged the continent’s leaders to prioritise stability, democracy.

Former Kano Governor Shekarau says his integrity remains intact as he never collected kickbacks nor withheld local government allocations.

Suspected herdsmen have struck again in Ondo, killing 18-year-old farmer Joshua Gbolahan, as community leaders demand swift action.

Arewa Consultative Forum has urged public office holders and elected government functionaries to shun ostentatious lifestyles.

Shettima has assured donor associations that Tinubu’s administration will alleviate the suffering of persons displaced by conflict and natural disasters.

Former President Jonathan urges collective action to achieve universal health coverage in Nigeria.

Kano Governor Yusuf says violent protesters carted away corruption trial documents on former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje.

Media professionals, CSOs have highlighted 37 documented attacks on journalists in 2024, urging President Tinubu to implement protective measures.

“We must not weave our policies around our inadequacies,” Akugbe Iyamu said, urging Nigeria to prioritise renewables over CNG.

Journalist Hundeyin says foreign actors exploit Africa’s energy challenges, revealing a narrative war against Dangote Refinery to maintain energy poverty.

NBA Katsina Chapter has said it will provide free legal services to protesters arrested during the recent #EndBadGovernance protest.

Nigerian Army has reported the surrender of 44 Boko Haram/ISWAP members and death of five terrorists killed in recent Borno raids.

Information Minister Idris has signed performance bonds with agency heads, focusing on amplifying the successes of Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Initiative.

Chukwu has emphasised focusing on improving crude production instead of disputes between Dangote and Nigerian regulators.

Afenifere has denounced calls for military coup or foreign intervention during recent protests, affirming the importance of upholding Nigeria’s democracy.