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The number of people without access to electricity in Nigeria is put at 86.8 million, the highest worldwide, says a World Bank 2025 report. This is the third consecutive year of this report showing Nigeria in the lowest position globally. The report, released yesterday and titled “Tracking Sustainable Development Goal, …

The United Nations Children Fund has said Nigeria now stands as the country with the highest burden of malnourished children in Africa. The international agency disclosed this on its website on Tuesday, adding that only two out of every 10 children affected currently have access to treatment. It said with …

This article highlights ten popular American artistes who are of Nigerian descent, either by half parent, birth, or naturalisation. Music undeniably thrives in Nigeria and the black nation has produced emerging and celebrated award-winning artistes from across the globe. There are several American artistes in music-loving nations like the United …

Nigeria’s Christian community has been significantly impacted by siblings who have built powerful legacies in their capabilities. These siblings have established ministries catering to diverse audiences and spiritual needs, shaping faith journeys and inspiring millions through their teachings. 1. Wale and Paul Adefarasin: Brothers Wale and Paul Adefarasin are prominent …

Public sector workers in Nigeria on the minimum wage will see their salaries double after the government reached an agreement on Thursday with labour unions that have been threatening further strikes as the cost of living spirals. The new minimum monthly wage is set at 70,000 naira ($44), six times …

A Nigerian lady stirred a lot of discussion on social media by claiming she had a dream in which the Nigeria Super Eagles were defeated in the 2023 AFCON final match 0:1 by Ivory Coast. This was revealed in her statement on X, which reads: “I had a dream Ivory Coast won against Nigeria by 1:0, but …