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Atiku, Presidency Exchange Words Over Nigeria’s Economic Situation
By Derick Peretengboro
A fresh war of words has erupted between former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and the Presidency over the state of Nigeria’s economy, with both sides offering sharply different assessments of the country’s economic performance.
Atiku accused the Federal Government of attempting to present an overly optimistic picture of the economy despite the hardship many Nigerians continue to experience. According to him, official statistics cannot erase the realities of rising living costs, inflation, unemployment and the financial pressure facing households across the country.
The former vice president argued that government policies have failed to deliver meaningful relief to citizens, insisting that economic indicators promoted by the administration do not reflect everyday experiences. He also questioned the government’s borrowing profile, maintaining that increasing debt contradicts claims that recent reforms are strengthening public finances.
Responding to the criticism, the Presidency defended President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms, stating that assessments of the administration should be based on verifiable facts rather than selective data. Government officials maintained that the reforms are laying the foundation for long-term economic recovery, even if immediate benefits are yet to be fully felt by many Nigerians.
The Presidency further argued that major policy changes, including fiscal and monetary reforms, require time before their full impact becomes visible. It urged Nigerians to judge the administration’s performance using comprehensive economic indicators instead of isolated figures.
The exchange adds to the growing political debate ahead of the 2027 general elections, with opposition figures continuing to question the government’s handling of the economy, while the Presidency insists that ongoing reforms are necessary to secure sustainable growth and national development.
By staff Reporter Rukevwe Odeh
Salvation Ministries is set to dedicate its newly completed global headquarters, the Hand of God Cathedral, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Friday, November 6, 2026.
The dedication ceremony marks a significant milestone for the church, which is led by its founder and Presiding Pastor, David Ibiyeomie.
The new cathedral is expected to serve as the ministry’s global worship centre, providing a larger space for religious gatherings, spiritual activities and other church programmes.
The event is anticipated to attract worshippers, church leaders, ministers of the gospel and other Christian faithful from different parts of Nigeria and beyond.
By staff Reporter Rukevwe Odeh
The campaign convoy of former Vice-President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has reportedly been attacked by suspected hoodlums in Kebbi State, leaving several media equipment destroyed.
The incident reportedly occurred on Thursday, November 5, 2026, while the campaign team was moving through the state for political engagements ahead of the 2027 general elections.
According to the campaign team, the attackers allegedly blocked the convoy, pelted vehicles with stones and subsequently targeted journalists and members of the accompanying media crew.
By staff Reporter Rukevwe Odeh
The Lagos State Government has intensified efforts to address persistent electricity challenges by seeking increased private-sector investment and promoting cleaner energy alternatives to improve power supply across the state.
The Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Biodun Ogunleye, disclosed this on Thursday during a press conference ahead of the state’s forthcoming energy summit.
Ogunleye said the initiative was designed to translate discussions surrounding Lagos’ electricity challenges into practical solutions that would expand access to reliable power, strengthen energy infrastructure and stimulate economic growth.
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