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₦1m salary useless without stable Naira – NLC

The Nigeria Labour Congress says a monthly salary of 1 million naira is meaningless for workers without a stable currency and better economic conditions. NLC President Joe Ajaero said this in an interview in Abuja, stressing that workers are more concerned about the real value of their income than the figures on paper. Ajaero explained that rising inflation and the continuous fall of the naira have sharply reduced the purchasing power of workers. He noted that many employees struggle to afford basic needs such as food, transport, healthcare and housing, regardless of how high their nominal salary appears. According to him, what matters is not just wage increases but policies that can strengthen the naira and bring down the cost of living. He argued that without price stability and a stronger currency, even a 1 million naira monthly wage will […]

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Nigerians Ration Power, Queue For Fuel As Petrol Hits N1,500

Nigerians are facing a fresh wave of hardship as petrol prices climb to around N1,500 per litre in many parts of the country. The spike has come at a time of poor electricity supply, forcing households and businesses to ration power and battle long queues at filling stations. Over the past three weeks, the pump price of petrol has risen by more than N500 in some locations. In major cities, motorists report paying between N1,300 and N1,500 per litre, with some independent marketers selling even higher. The higher prices are linked to rising global crude oil costs, pressure on the naira, and Nigeria’s continued dependence on imported refined products. Labour unions, economists, and business groups warn that the situation is fuelling inflation, closing businesses, and worsening poverty. Many residents now limit generator use to a few hours at night or […]

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UK, allies working on Hormuz plan but rule out NATO mission, says Starmer

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer says the UK is working with allies on a “viable” plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz but has ruled out any NATO led mission.​He said the goal is to restore freedom of navigation in the vital oil route without dragging Britain into a wider Middle East war.​ Speaking at a Downing Street press conference, Starmer revealed he had discussed the crisis with US President Donald Trump and several European leaders.​He explained that the UK is coordinating with European partners, Gulf countries and the United States on a collective response.​ Starmer stressed that any operation to secure shipping lanes will not be under the NATO umbrella and has “never been envisioned” as a NATO mission.Instead, he said it would likely involve a broader coalition that includes regional partners most directly affected by Iran’s actions. Pressed […]

FG weighs options as Iran war pushes petrol above N1,000

The Federal Government is assessing its economic and diplomatic options as the war involving Iran, the United States and Israel begins to hit Nigerians through higher fuel prices and fresh pressure on the economy. Officials are closely tracking developments in the Middle East, where attacks on oil facilities, shipping disruptions and tensions around strategic waterways have driven up global crude prices. The conflict has already pushed Brent crude well above Nigeria’s 2026 budget benchmark, raising both risks and opportunities for Africa’s largest oil producer. On the domestic front, petrol prices have crossed or neared N1,000 per litre in many locations, with queues reappearing at filling stations across parts of the country. Marketers and analysts link the spike to higher international crude and freight costs, as well as supply constraints and the impact of the conflict on global refinery output and […]

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Rising Costs and Poverty Hit Iranians Hard

Many Iranians are struggling to make ends meet as inflation and economic pressures continue to erode living standards across the country. Marjan, a crafts seller from Isfahan, says she and her husband can no longer afford small luxuries like eating out twice a month. For six years, she earned a living selling wooden crafts on Instagram, but an internet blackout during the nationwide protests in early January wiped out her income. Even after the internet returned, her monthly sales plummeted from 300 million rials ($185) to less than 30 million rials. The couple is considering selling their car just to keep up with rent and loan payments. Many families face similar hardships. Mina, a 44-year-old mother in Tehran, says food prices have more than doubled in recent months. Beef, which cost 7 million rials per kilo two months ago, recently […]

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Abbas: Poor power supply hurting small firms, Nigerians

Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has warned that poor and costly energy supply is crippling small businesses and worsening the living conditions of Nigerians. He spoke at an investigative hearing organised by the House Committee on Renewable Energy in Abuja.​ Abbas said years of persistent electricity problems have created serious economic challenges and made legislative action necessary. He explained that the National Assembly amended the Electricity Act to firmly include renewable energy as part of Nigeria’s power solutions.​ He noted that diversifying the country’s energy mix with renewable sources would ease pressure on households and businesses while supporting sustainable growth. One key objective of the Electricity Act 2023, he said, is to provide an integrated policy that recognises all sources of power generation, transmission and distribution, including renewables.​ The Speaker highlighted the high cost of running generators […]

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Trump tells Americans ‘the best is yet to come’ ahead of national address

President Donald Trump has told Americans that “the best is yet to come” as he prepares to deliver a nationally televised address from the White House, promising to outline what he sees as major achievements and future plans for the country. The primetime speech, scheduled for Wednesday at 9 p.m. Eastern Time, comes as recent polls show growing public dissatisfaction with his handling of the economy and cost of living.​ In a social media post announcing the address, Trump said it had been “a great year” for the United States and insisted that better days lie ahead. He is expected to use the speech to defend his economic agenda, immigration policies and security measures, while arguing that his administration is steering the country towards renewed prosperity.​ The president is likely to emphasise job creation, stock market gains and efforts to […]

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More Money For Govt Yet Nigerians Get Poorer

A new analysis has shown that funds shared by the Federation Accounts Allocation Committee to the three tiers of government have surged sharply in the last four years, yet living conditions for most Nigerians keep deteriorating. The report revealed that total FAAC allocations jumped from about N9.18 trillion in 2022 to N10.9 trillion in 2023 and N15.26 trillion in 2024, an increase of roughly 66 percent within two years.​ Despite this rise in public revenue, poverty indicators remain grim, with more households struggling to afford food, transport, health care and housing. Rising inflation, weak job growth and the impact of subsidy removal have combined to wipe out any potential benefits of higher government earnings for ordinary citizens.​ Data in the report show that states and local governments have also benefited significantly from the higher inflows, receiving record amounts from FAAC […]

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Trump Signs Order Cutting Tariffs on Beef, Coffee, and Other Essential Imports

President Donald Trump signed an order exempting agricultural imports such as beef, bananas, coffee, tomatoes, and more from US tariffs, effective Thursday, to mitigate cost-of-living pressures. This move comes as American voters face rising prices, especially for beef and coffee, which have jumped roughly 20% this year due to climate shocks and disrupted trade. The tariff exemptions also include avocados, coconuts, and pineapples—products not grown in the US in sufficient quantity. Coffee industry leaders praise the decision, saying it will stabilize prices for consumers and secure supply for businesses. The order follows new trade deals with Argentina, Guatemala, Ecuador, and El Salvador, which also benefit from tariff waivers for certain agricultural goods. While Trump’s administration maintains tariffs on some items to address perceived unfair trade practices, these exemptions specifically target commodities critical for domestic demand and affordability. Policymakers acknowledge that […]

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Doctors in England Launch Five-Day Strike Over Pay and Training Jobs

Thousands of resident doctors in England began a five-day strike—their longest ever—on November 14, protesting stagnant pay and lack of training positions. This marks the 13th medical walkout since March 2023, as the National Health Service (NHS) reels from chronic understaffing and Britain’s prolonged cost-of-living crisis. The British Medical Association (BMA) is demanding a 26% pay increase to match real earnings from two decades ago, and more training posts for junior medics struggling to secure consultant pathways. Government health minister Wes Streeting condemned the strike, branding it “political posturing,” arguing doctors recently received a 28.9% pay raise—the highest public sector award in two years. Resident doctors counter that over 30,000 candidates now vie for only 10,000 posts needed for long-term career progression, leaving many without jobs after years of training. Strikes by nurses, teachers, lawyers, and other workers continue to […]

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