Opinion

Community Defence Without Empowerment? Nigeria Must Resolve This Dangerous Contradiction

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 3 April 2025 0

By Abayomi Odunowo In Nigeria, the specter of insecurity looms ever larger, casting a pall over the lives of ordinary citizens. Communities across the nation, from the farmlands of Benue to the suburban areas of Zamfara and the perilous highways of Niger State, are gripped by the relentless

Sports

1Win Nigeria App: Installation Guide and Key Benefits

Ihesiulo Grace 31 March 2025 0

The rise of mobile betting in Nigeria has transformed how users interact with online platforms. Among the most trusted and user-friendly applications is the 1win app, which gives players seamless access to sports betting, casino games, and live features—all through a sleek and intuitive interface. Whether you’re an experienced bettor or just exploring the world […]

Entrepreneurship page

Empowering Nigeria’s future: Pathways to job security entrepreneurial success

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 22 March 2025 0

By Temitope Adebayo In Nigeria, the journey from education to employment can be daunting for new graduates. With a growing number of young people entering the job market, the Nigerian government has a critical role in ensuring these individuals find meaningful employment. Additionally, supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and budding entrepreneurs is vital

Opinion

Nigeria, Cuba Strengthen Ties, Pledge Deeper Cooperation

Ihesiulo Grace 19 March 2025 0

In a significant step toward bolstering diplomatic and economic relations, Nigeria and Cuba have reaffirmed their commitment to deeper cooperation, with a renewed focus on healthcare, education, and trade. This move comes as both nations mark the 50th anniversary of their diplomatic ties, which formally began in 1974. During a meeting at the Presidential Villa […]

News

Summit calls for collaborative efforts in addressing security challenges in Nigeria

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 19 March 2025 0

By Andrew Orolua The Director General, Nigeria Army Resource Centre, Maj-Gen. Ayodeji Wahab (rtd) has called for concerted efforts by all stakeholders to arrest the debilitating insecurity situation which is stunting national development in the country. Wahab made the call in Abuja on Tuesday while speaking at the 2nd edition of the National Security Summit […]

Headlines

Nigeria spends $817m on debt servicing as remittances rise

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 14 March 2025 0

BY MOTOLANI OSENI Nigeria spent $817.41 million on debt servicing in the first two months of 2025, while diaspora remittances rose to $180.3 million, reflecting a marginal increase from the previous year. Despite a 3.1 per cent decline in debt payments compared to the $843.74 million recorded in the same period of 2024, remittances showed […]

News

Nigeria imports N20.31trn goods from China, India in 2024

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 13 March 2025 0

…as Eastern trade partners take over Nigerian market from US, Western world By Tunde Opalana The 2024 trade data indicated that Nigeria is increasingly tilting towards Eastern markets, particularly China and India, in its trade relations with the country net trading with the two nations last year alone hitting N20.31 trillion. Nigeria’s total imports for […]

Business

Top Affordable Investment Methods in Nigeria

Ihesiulo Grace 10 March 2025 0

Nigeria, Africa’s largest economy, offers a wealth of investment opportunities for both seasoned investors and those just starting out. With a rapidly growing population, a rising middle class, and increasing digital penetration, the country presents fertile ground for wealth-building. But where should one invest without breaking the bank? Let’s explore some of the most

Headlines

Nigeria third most indebted nation in Africa with N187.8 trillion projected debt – Report

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 5 March 2025 0

By Tunde Opalana Nigeria has been ranked the third most indebted nation in Africa responsible for 8 per cent of Africa’s total external debt. Nigeria trailed behind the second placed Egypt accounting for 13 per cent of the continent’s debt and South Africa which is the largest debtor with 14 per cent of Africa’s external […]

News

How UN WFP helps victims of conflicts, support vulnerable families in Nigeria

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 4 March 2025 0

By Tom Okpe The United Nations World Food Programme, UNWFP, is the world’s largest humanitarian organization, saving lives in emergency and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters, and impact of climate change. EU Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations, ECHO, and its member […]

News

Constitution Review: Does Nigeria Need More States To Be Created Now?

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 24 February 2025 0

Patrick Wemambu Going down the memory boulevard, the history of state creation in contemporary Nigeria could be traced to 1967 – after the Civil War – when General Yakubu Gowon created 12 states to replace the then 4 regions in existence before Independence. These later metarmorphosed over the years culminating into 19, then 21, 30 […]

Business

Firm sustains gas infrastructure devt across Nigeria

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 23 February 2025 0

BY TEMITOPE ADEBAYO An indigenous and integrated gas value chain company, Falcon Corporation Limited has embarked on integrated gas expansion programme aimed at expanding Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) penetration in Nigeria. The firm, with expertise in delivering world class energy solutions across the midstream and downstream sectors of the industry positioning itself

News

US probes funds sent to Nigeria over Boko Haram allegations

Ihesiulo Grace 19 February 2025 0

The United States government has announced plans to investigate how past foreign aid allocated to Nigeria and other countries has been utilized. This comes after President Donald Trump’s January 20, 2025, decision to suspend all foreign aid for 90 days, citing concerns about global destabilization and misalignment with American interests. The move follows increasing

Politics

How constituency outreach becomes meaningful

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 11 February 2025 0

By Andrew Oota The Nigerian Government, and all democracies of the world are anchored on the existence of the Executive , the Parliament and the Judiciary with distinctive but collaborating roles. While the Legislature make laws for the good governance of the country , the executive formulate policies and the Judiciary interpretes laws and equally […]

News

Nigeria, Germany strengthen ties on labour migration, skills development

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 8 February 2025 0

By Ukpono Ukpong The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to strengthening bilateral ties with Germany in the areas of legal labour migration and vocational skills development to enhance economic growth and job creation in Nigeria. This was disclosed by the Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammad Maigari Dingyadi, during a courtesy visit by a […]

News

The Persistent battle against counterfeit products in Nigeria: An analysis of regulatory shortcomings

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 9 January 2025 0

By Dooyum Naadzenga In Nigeria, the struggle against counterfeit products remains an uphill battle, with regulatory bodies like the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) and the Standards Organization of Nigeria (SON) facing numerous obstacles that undermine their efforts. Recent investigations by Daily Times reveal that the challenges faced

Tourism

Nigerian adventurer becomes first African to travel overland from Nigeria to Namibia, advocates for African integration

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 8 January 2025 0

In a bold and historic feat, Omotoke Fatoki, a Nigerian travel enthusiast, entrepreneur, and advocate for African unity, has become the first African to journey overland from Lagos, Nigeria, to Windhoek, Namibia. Spanning 9 countries across West, Central, East, and Southern Africa, this six-month journey highlights the immense potential of intra-African travel while

Money

Nigeria, 3 others attract 84% of start-up funding in 2024

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 8 January 2025 0

BY TEMITOPE ADEBAYO Kenya and Nigeria, alongside Egypt and South Africa, collectively known as Africa’s “Big Four”—secured 84 percent of all start-up funding on the continent in 2024, maintaining a trend consistent since 2019, Africa: The Big Deal latest report revealed. Kenya led with $638 million, followed by Nigeria with over $400 million, reinforcing their […]

Tourism

Discovering Nigeria on a Budget This Christmas

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 19 December 2024 0

As I pen down my first article for Daily Times Nigeria, I am filled with excitement at the opportunity to connect with you through stories, insights, and tips that celebrate the beauty of travel—especially within Nigeria. With over six years of sharing travel nuggets and inspiring adventures, I’ve come to realize that the journey often […]

Money

Nigeria considers disconnecting Neighbours over $5.79m unsettled electricity bill

Ihesiulo Grace 15 October 2024 0

Nigeria is contemplating a drastic measure to disconnect its neighbouring countries from its electricity grid due to their substantial unpaid debts to the nation’s power sector. According to the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), international customers have failed to settle a debt of $5.79 million for electricity supplied in the second quarter of