Jake Swandeh, Author at Made in Benue

Jake Swandeh

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Civil Servants Issue Strike Notice Over Delayed N70,000 Wage Allowance.

PoliticsMarch 26, 2026219Views 0Likes 0Comments

Tension is building across Nigeria’s public sector as civil servants, under the umbrella of the Joint National Public Service Negotiating Council (JNPSNC), have issued a strike notice to the Federal Government over the delayed implementation of wage-related allowances. The union has set a Tuesday, March 31 deadline for the government to address concerns surrounding the…

2027: Akume, North Central Governors Back Tinubu as Sole Candidate.

PoliticsMarch 26, 2026188Views 0Likes 0Comments

In a significant political development ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, on Wednesday led a high-level delegation of stakeholders from Nigeria’s North Central region to formally endorse President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in office. The delegation, comprising prominent figures within…

CBN Mandates Naira Settlements for Diaspora Remittances, Ends Dollar Payouts.

Business and EconomyMarch 25, 2026346Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has issued a directive requiring all International Money Transfer Operators (IMTOs) to open naira settlement accounts within the Nigerian banking system, marking a significant shift in the country’s remittance framework. Under the new policy, all diaspora remittance inflows will be processed and disbursed in naira, effectively ending the long-standing…

Power Minister Apologises to Nigerians, Promises Swift Resolution to Outages.

Business and EconomyMarch 25, 2026192Views 0Likes 0Comments

Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has issued a public apology to Nigerians following a wave of crippling power outages that have disrupted homes, businesses, and critical services across the country. In a candid address, the minister acknowledged the severity of the situation and appealed for patience, assuring citizens that urgent measures are underway to…

FG Targets 2030 to End Donor Dependence for HIV, TB Programmes

Health and LifestyleMarch 25, 2026180Views 0Likes 0Comments

Nigeria’s Federal Government has set an ambitious target to phase out donor dependence for critical HIV and tuberculosis (TB) programmes by the year 2030, signalling a decisive shift towards domestically funded and sustainably managed public health systems. The move reflects a growing recognition of the need for long-term resilience in Nigeria’s healthcare financing, particularly in…

EFCC Moves to Take Over Malami’s Abuja Residence

PoliticsMarch 24, 2026167Views 0Likes 0Comments

Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have reportedly taken steps to seize a high-value property linked to former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, in Abuja. The property, located in the upscale Maitama district of the Federal Capital Territory, is said to be the focus of an ongoing investigation by the anti-graft…

Middle East Crisis Could Force Nigerians Back to Remote Work — Dangote Warns.

Business and EconomyMarch 24, 2026173Views 0Likes 0Comments

Africa’s foremost industrialist, Aliko Dangote, has raised fresh concerns over the economic ripple effects of escalating tensions in the Middle East, warning that a sustained crisis could significantly disrupt Nigeria’s energy costs and, by extension, its work patterns. Dangote cautioned that any major instability in the region—long regarded as the nerve centre of global oil…

Prepare for Heavy Rains, Experts Urge Farmers.

AgricultureMarch 24, 2026218Views 0Likes 0Comments

Agricultural experts have issued a strong advisory to Nigerian farmers, warning of impending heavy rainfall patterns and urging a cautious, well-informed approach to the planting season. The guidance comes amid growing concerns over climate variability and its disruptive impact on traditional farming calendars. According to specialists in climate and agricultural systems, early rainfall should not…

Electricity Woes Deepen as DisCos Record N2.4tn Losses.

Business and EconomyMarch 23, 2026229Views 0Likes 0Comments

Nigeria’s fragile power sector is facing renewed strain as Electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos) posted a combined loss of N2.349 trillion over the past two years, underscoring deep-rooted inefficiencies in billing and revenue collection. The losses come against the backdrop of worsening electricity supply to homes and businesses, further compounding economic pressures on households and enterprises…

STATE POLICE: Governors Split as Insecurity Deepens Nationwide

PoliticsMarch 23, 2026171Views 0Likes 0Comments

The intensifying wave of insecurity across Nigeria has reignited the long-standing debate over the creation of state police, sharply dividing governors, lawmakers and key stakeholders along ideological and regional lines. At the heart of the renewed push is a growing consensus among many state governments that the current centralised policing structure, anchored by the Nigeria…

Oluremi Tinubu Condemns Assault on Women at Delta Festival, Demands Swift Justice.

Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has strongly condemned the reported assault of women during a festival in Ozoro, Delta State, describing the incident as unacceptable and a grave violation of human dignity. The First Lady’s reaction follows widespread outrage over the incident, which allegedly occurred during a public celebration in Ozoro, a community in Delta…

Enough Is Enough: NLC Demands Total Overhaul of Nigeria’s Failing Power Sector

Business and EconomyMarch 22, 2026191Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called for an urgent and comprehensive overhaul of Nigeria’s troubled power sector, warning that persistent blackouts are crippling economic productivity and worsening the living conditions of citizens. In a strongly worded position, the labour body expressed deep concern over what it described as the continued paralysis of the electricity…