US Lawmakers Propose 50% Aid Cut to Nigeria Amid Security and Religious Freedom Concerns

US Lawmakers Propose 50% Aid Cut to Nigeria Amid Security and Religious Freedom Concerns

A United States House Committee has recommended a 50% reduction in aid and development assistance to Nigeria, citing ongoing insecurity and concerns about religious violence in parts of the country. The proposal is part of the 2027 National Security and Foreign Programs Appropriations Bill, which—if passed—could significantly limit billions of dollars previously allocated to Nigeria … Read more

Tinubu Declares Insecurity and Poverty National Emergencies in Nigeria

Tinubu Declares Insecurity and Poverty National Emergencies in Nigeria

Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has officially declared insecurity and poverty as national emergencies, highlighting their serious impact on the nation’s stability, economy, and workforce. The declaration was made during the 2026 Workers’ Day celebration at Eagle Square, Abuja, where the President—represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume—addressed workers … Read more