Good morning, Nigeria! Here’s a roundup of the major headlines across the country for Saturday, November 9, 2024.
1. Osinbajo Urges Tinubu to Address Economic Hardships Impacting Nigerians
Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has called on President Bola Tinubu to prioritize relief measures for Nigerians struggling with economic challenges, including food insecurity. Speaking at the 2024 WIMBIZ conference, Osinbajo emphasized the need for targeted social welfare, healthcare accessibility, and policies to address high costs in essentials like food, transportation, and housing.
2. Tinubu Grants Ministers of State Full Control Over Their Agencies
President Tinubu has approved a policy empowering ministers of state to fully oversee the agencies under their portfolios, allowing them to make administrative decisions without needing approval from senior ministers. This change aims to improve efficiency and utilize the expertise of ministers of state more effectively.
3. Report Projects 33 Million Nigerians at Risk of Hunger by 2025
A report from Cadre Harmonisé warns that by 2025, 33 million Nigerians may face hunger due to economic hardship, inflation, climate challenges, and ongoing violence. The report highlights that from October to December 2024, 25.1 million Nigerians, including 3.8 million in the northeast, are likely to experience food insecurity.
4. Ooni of Ife Encourages Nigerians to Contribute to the Nation’s Growth
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, urged Nigerians to focus on personal contributions to national development instead of solely placing blame on the government. He encouraged citizens to play active roles in improving the country’s future.
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