How Nigeria is rewriting global cocoa narrative
By Opeyemi Samuel For the better part of two decades, the global cocoa market was a picture of quiet predictability. Then, in a blistering eighteen-month window, the script flipped entirely. As a recent deep-dive by Nairametrics highlights, the staggering surge in cocoa prices, skyrocketing from $2,000 per metric ton in 2022 to over $12,000 by […]
INEC raises alarm over trust deficit, seeks peace committee support for credible 2027 polls
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has called on the National Peace Committee (NPC) and other key stakeholders to intensify efforts to rebuild public trust and promote peaceful participation ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections
Global oil and gas prices surge as Middle East tensions escalate
In neighbouring Saudi Arabia, Saudi Aramco temporarily shut its major refinery at Ras Tanura after a drone strike.
Gov Eno, Akpanudoedehe clash over Akwa Ibom–Cross River oil wells dispute
The lingering dispute over oil wells between Akwa Ibom State and Cross River State has sparked a public war of words between Governor Umo Eno and former senator John Akpanudoedehe.
Senate withdraws motion seeking CAC Registrar’s removal
The Senate has rescinded its earlier resolution calling for the removal of the Registrar-General of the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), Hussaini Ishaq Magaji, following an apology and renewed commitment to improve communication with the National Assembly.
Tinubu greets Alhaja Lateefat Gbajabiamila at 96
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has extended warm greetings to Alhaja Lateefat Olufunke Gbajabiamila, renowned community leader, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, on her 96th birthday. President Tinubu said he celebrates with the mother of his Chief of Staff, Rt Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, and extolled her resilience, industry, and remarkable life dedicated to the […]
