Business

Nigeria needs urgent policy reset to prevent deeper instability- Prof. Uba

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 29 April 2025 0

BY MOTOLANI OSENI Development economist and policy strategist, Prof. Chiwuike Uba, has urged the Nigerian government to urgently recalibrate its policy direction, warning that the country risks further economic and social deterioration without a decisive shift in priorities. In a policy

News

Clergy calls for urgent measures to curb insecurity in Nigeria

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 29 April 2025 0

BY AYOBAMI OMOLE-IYAGIN The Diocese of Lokoja Anglican Communion, has called on Government at all levels to demonstrate the requisite political will to combat worsening security situation in the Nigeria This was part of the Communique issued and signed by The Most Rev’d Emmanuel Egbunu, Bishop of Lokoja Diocese and Synod Clerical Secretary, at the […]

Business

Nigeria, Morocco create $25bn gas pipeline joint venture to boost European Supply

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 28 April 2025 0

By Godwin Anyebe A Moroccan minister has said that Nigeria and Morocco have agreed to unveil a joint venture to manage a long-planned $25 billion pipeline, which will ship gas to Europe. Morocco’s minister of energy transition and sustainable development, Leila Benali, told Morocco’s parliament that a floating gas storage terminal would also be installed […]

Opinion

Ending the Unending Bloodshed in Nigeria

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 27 April 2025 0

By Dr. Iorwuese Ligom   Nigeria stands at a crossroads, grappling with a crisis that has persisted far too long and threatens to unravel the very fabric of our nation.   The unending bloodshed, largely fueled by violent clashes involving Fulani herdsmen and farming communities, particularly in states like Benue, Plateau, and Taraba, has become […]

News

FG receives 231 trafficked Nigerian youths rescued from Ghana

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 26 April 2025 0

By Ukpono Ukpong A total of 231 Nigerian boys and girls who were trafficked to Ghana have been rescued and facilitated back to the country in a coordinated multi-agency collaboration with Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) facilitating their transpotation back home. The victims, many of whom were lured with false promises of lucrative jobs, were […]

News

Nigeria partners Denmark to boost dairy sector capacity, job creation

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 23 April 2025 0

BY TEMITOPE ADEBAYO Nigeria is set to strengthen its dairy industry with the support of Denmark in a bid to increase local production capacity and generate jobs across the livestock value chain. A high-powered Nigerian delegation, led by the Minister of Livestock Development, Alhaji Idi Mukthar Maiha, recently visited Denmark to explore collaborative opportunities aimed

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 threat of violence. In the face of […]

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

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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 […]