Economy
ISWAP Kills Five Farmers in Borno State, Northeastern Nigeria
Saturday, August 30, suspected ISWAP insurgents killed at least five farmers. The tragedy occurred in Ngoshe, a community in the Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State. “Such horrors visit us almost daily” said Junaid Jibrin, a legislative aide.
Islamist Militants Kill Six Security Operatives in Nigeria’s Northeast
Islamist Militants Kill Six Security Operatives in Nigeria’s Northeast. The Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) urge the government to provide us with the necessary support. Farmers abandonned their farms, threatening food security in the communities.
Banki cattle market vital for trade between Borno, Cameroon and Chad
Revitalised market will not only restore livelihoods and accelerate economic recovery in conflict-affected areas, but it will also strengthen cross-border trade between Nigeria and its neighbours. The governor of Borno […]
Festive season cash crunch
Residents of Maiduguri in Borno State say the scarcity of cash is putting a damper on the festive season and they are lucky if they are able to withdraw enough […]
Initiative fights climate change and empowers youth
Eco-friendly cooking charcoal is not only durable, more efficient and affordable, its production is also providing employment to young people in Maiduguri, Borno State. A groundbreaking innovation is reshaping the […]
GDP growth not a true reflection of the lived realities of countless Nigerians
Economy is still weighed down by the effects of hyperinflation, frequent fuel price hikes, power shortages and devaluation of the naira which have led to a steep rise in the […]
Borno State farmers count their losses
Farmers say they lost everything in the September 10 flood and will not recover without intervention – they are pleading with the government not to forget them in their time […]
Frustrated truck drivers forced to hit the brakes
Truck drivers say the ban on the exportation of food is causing shortages and hiking prices in parts of Nigeria – and preventing them from providing for their families. Frustrated […]
Borno State tailors head for greener pastures
Exorbitant commodity prices, escalating inflation and the ever-plunging naira make other countries a safer and more lucrative bet for Maiduguri tailors Tailors in Maiduguri, Borno State, are spreading their wings […]
Governor lays foundation stone for remodelled international cattle market in Banki
Largest livestock market in the Lake Chad Basin district will accommodate traders, stimulate economic activities by bolstering transborder commerce, and create employment opportunities The remodelled international cattle market in Banki, […]
