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Sep 26, 2026Daily Observer Reporter Nigeria’s economy still relies on various forms of government subsidies, including electricity support, concessional financing, infrastructure funding and tax incentives, argues Abidemi Adebamiwa. View more
Sep 26, 2026Daily Observer Reporter Abia State borrowed ₦28.98 billion between January and June 2026, including ₦27.3 billion in Q2, according to its 2026 Q2 Budget Performance Report. View more
Sep 25, 2026Daily Observer Reporter Abia Governor Alex Otti says he will retire from politics after completing his tenure, ruling out a presidential, Senate or other elective bid while allowing Peter Obi, Atiku and others to campaign in the state. View more
Sep 25, 2026Daily Observer Reporter Edo Governor Monday Okpebholo has defended President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms, saying petrol is cheaper in Nigeria than in the UK and highlighting ongoing infrastructure projects. View more
Sep 25, 2026Daily Observer Reporter Vice President Kashim Shettima has called for at least two permanent UN Security Council seats for Africa, including veto power, as Nigeria demands comprehensive reform of the global body. View more
Sep 25, 2026Daily Observer Reporter Peter Obi has rejected the 59-member Presidential Campaign Council formed by the Obi-Kwankwaso Movement, insisting that support groups must operate in support of the NDC and not perform the functions of the political party. View more
Sep 24, 2026Daily Observer Reporter President Tinubu backs Ogun's proposed $7bn Gateway Deep Seaport and Blue Marine Special Economic Zone, with over 50,000 direct jobs projected from the projects. View more
Sep 20, 2026Daily Observer Reporter The Nigeria Shooting Sport Federation will launch a new digital portal on October 1, 2026, to improve membership, training, competitions, club affiliation and athlete development across Nigeria. View more
Sep 20, 2026Daily Observer Reporter Russia is increasingly using AI to expand cyberespionage, surveillance and influence campaigns in Africa, with cases in the Central African Republic and Mali highlighting emerging security and democratic risks. View more
Sep 18, 2026Daily Observer Reporter President Bola Tinubu is reportedly set to miss the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York, with Vice President Kashim Shettima expected to lead Nigeria’s delegation. View more
Sep 14, 2026Daily Observer Reporter Often without symptoms, high blood pressure can quietly damage the heart, brain and kidneys, increasing the risk of stroke, heart attack and other life-threatening complications. View more
Sep 09, 2026Daily Observer Reporter Nigeria’s international reputation is increasingly threatened by impunity, weak accountability and institutional failures, as unresolved allegations involving public officials raise concerns about transparency, justice and the rule of law. View more
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