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Lagos Monthly Rent Reform: Will It Truly Help the Poor?
The Lagos State Government has proposed scrapping annual rent in favor of monthly and quarterly payments as part of a new housing policy. Aimed at easing the burden on low-income earners, the policy is being welcomed by many residents.
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2025 UTME: What JAMB’s Capitulation Means
The 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) has been greeted by controversies, with widespread complaints about result discrepancies and technical glitches. The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has ...
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NIGERIA DAILY: Should Nigeria Legalize Rotational Presidency?
On Nigeria's complex political landscape, the debate over rotational presidency has resurfaced. This follows the rejection of a bill that sought the formalization of the system in the Constitution on the floor of the House of Re...
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Why Nigerians Are Angry Over Compensation To Band A Customers
In Nigeria, electricity is not just a necessity — it’s a lifeline. That may be the reason why a directive from the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) for a compensation plan for Band A customers for poor power supply has generate...
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Are GMOs Threatening Nigeria’s Food Future?
In Nigeria’s farming communities, more farmers are turning to genetically modified organisms (GMOs) for better yields, raising debates about their long-term effects. While some experts see the move as a positive de...
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“Why We Are Losing The War Against Malnutrition In The Northeast”
Authorities in Northeast Nigeria have blamed Boko Haram, among other things, for the geometric rise in the number of children who are at risk of losing their lives to Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM).The malnutrition crisis, which ...
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Parents’ Challenges Raising GenZ Children
Parenting in today’s world comes with unique challenges, especially in Nigeria, where culture and tradition meet modern influences. From navigating technology and societal pressures to instilling core values, parents are...
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What The Law Says About Activism In Nigeria
In Nigeria, the Constitution guarantees social justice and the rights of the marginalized.Despite the constitutional guarantees of freedom of speech and expression, however, many citizens, especially activists, say they fear the c...
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Why Nigerian Workers Are Becoming Less Productive By The Day
The rising cost of living in Nigeria is making a bad situation worse as it is negatively impacting workers’ productivity in Africa’s most populous nation.According to the International Labour Organization (ILO), productivity is an...
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Why Nigerian Artisans Are Moving To Other African Countries
Across Northern Nigeria, more artisans and everyday workers are quietly migrating to neighboring African countries like Niger, Ghana, Togo, and Libya in search of better opportunities. Apparently, the “japa” trend has shifted...
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How About A Billion Naira Was Lost To Jos Market Fire
It is estimated that about N1 billion was lost to a devastating fire that tore through Jos Main Market, destroying over 500 shops. For many traders, it wasn’t just a fire—it was the loss of their entire livelihood....
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Why More Nigerians Are Battling High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure, once seen as an old-age condition, is now affecting younger Nigerians due to stress, poor lifestyle choices, and the pressures of “hustle culture. While it can be hereditary, factors like poor diet, lack of r...
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How AI Can Enhance Your Job And Not Take It Away From You
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming a part of everyday life in Nigeria, from banking apps to customer service tools. While some professionals are embracing it to enhance their work, many others fear it will re...
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Why The Price Of Rice Is Falling In Parts Of Nigeria
Rice prices are falling in parts of Nigeria, with a 50kg bag now selling between ₦60,000 and ₦63,000 in places like Lagos, Ogun, and Niger states. In a country battling widespread inflation, this rare price drop ra...
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Are Nigeria’s Opposition Parties Losing Their Way?
As election season approaches, Nigeria’s political landscape is shifting, with many opposition figures defecting to the ruling APC.This wave of defections raises questions about the political future of the country.In th...
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Why Malaria Medications Aren’t Working In Nigeria
Many Nigerians suffer repeated malaria attacks despite taking anti-malaria medication, raising concerns about the effectiveness of treatments. Despite access to drugs and preventive measures, Nigeria still led the world in malaria d...
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How Street Vendors Can Grow Through Tech
Many street vendors in Nigeria spend their days hustling under the sun with little access to broader markets or stable income. But what if technology—like social media and e-commerce—could help them grow their ...
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How Poor Power Supply Is Crippling Businesses In Northern Nigeria
In parts of Northern Nigeria, electricity has become a luxury, with some areas reportedly receiving as little as two hours of power a day or none at all.Small business owners say they are watching their livelihoods collapse as per...
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What The Nigerian Constitution Says About The Vice President
The office of Nigeria’s Vice President is one of the highest in the land, yet remains widely misunderstood. While many see it as merely symbolic, the Constitution outlines specific powers and responsibilities t...
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How The Government Can Win The War On Insecurity
Nigeria is currently facing a widespread security crisis, with violent attacks, killings, and banditry affecting nearly every geopolitical region.Once-peaceful towns are now hotspots of terror, as communities grapple with ...
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Why The Fight Against Crime Must Adopt New Methods
In Kaduna, street crimes like phone snatching have become a daily reality, often happening in crowded public spaces. While these incidents aren't new, the police are now taking a different approach, focusing on prevention rat...
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Why Nigerian Political Leaders Repeat The Mistakes Of Their Predecessors
Nigerian political leaders often fall into the same patterns they once criticized, repeating the mistakes of their predecessors despite promises of change. This raises questions about whether the issue stems from unfor...
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Why Nigerians Keep Falling Into Get-Rich-Quick Traps
Thousands of Nigerians have been scammed by a digital asset platform that promised quick returns but vanished with over ₦1.3 trillion of investors’ money. Despite repeated warnings, many still fall for Ponzi sc...
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