Day: May 28, 2026

TDF Knocks Atiku Over Criticism of Tinubu’s Borrowings

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Democratic Front (TDF) has dismissed former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s criticism of the Federal Government’s borrowing policy, describing his comments as mischievous and politically motivated. In a statement signed by its Chairman, Mallam Danjuma Muhammad, and Secretary, Chief Wale Adedayo, the group argued that the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was borrowing to address Nigeria’s huge infrastructural deficit and stimulate economic productivity. According to the group, recent economic analysis by the Independent Media and Policy Initiative (IMPI) showed that Nigeria requires at least $14.2 billion annually over a…

N6.61trn Q1 Revenue by NGX Firms Shows Tinubu’s Economic Reforms Are Working — TMSG

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Tinubu Media Support Group (TMSG) has described the N6.61 trillion revenue jointly posted by 20 companies listed on the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) in the first quarter of 2026 as a strong indication that Nigeria’s economy is rebounding under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. The group said the impressive performance by the firms across critical sectors of the economy contradicts persistent opposition claims that the nation’s economy is in chaos. In a statement signed by its Chairman, Emeka Nwankpa, and Secretary, Dapo Okubanjo, TMSG said the development reflects growing business…

I Weep for Nigeria: Ogbomosho on my Mind. By Amb. Anderson Osiebe

Emporium Reporters

My name is Amb. Anderson Osiebe. I am Urhobo by tribe, from Delta State, while my mother is Igbo, from Anambra State.   I was born in Nsukka, Enugu State, but I grew up in Kaduna State. I had my primary and secondary education in Kaduna, before proceeding to Bida, Niger State, for my tertiary education.   Having lived over three decades of my life in Northern Nigeria, I can boldly say that growing up in the North was one of the greatest experiences of my life.   The North…