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Trump signals potential U-turn on tariff war with China

1 day ago | icirnigeria.org | Ehime Alex

US President Donald Trump has said a potential U-turn on his trade war with China was likely, amid continued market volatility. He hinted specifically that the high tariffs imposed on Chinese goods will “come down substantially, but it won’t be zero” while remarking at a White House news event, CNN reported on Wednesday, April 23. “145% is very high and it won’t be that high. It won’t be anywhere near that high. It’ll come down substantially.
IMF downgrades Nigeria economic growth, amid Tinubu's touted reforms | The ICIR- Latest News, Politics, Governance, Elections, Investigation, Factcheck, Covid-19

1 day ago | icirnigeria.org | Ehime Alex

DESPITE the much touted economic reforms of the Bola Tinubu administration, International Monetary Fund (IMF) has downgraded Nigeria’s real gross domestic product (GDP) by 2.0 per cent from the 3.2 per cent it had forecast earlier. The Bretton Woods institution says Nigeria’s economy will now grow by 3.0 per cent this year, citing lower oil prices as the reason for the downgrade. It projected this in its April 2025 World Economic Outlook report released on Tuesday, April 22.
Niger governor imposes curfew on Minna

2 days ago | icirnigeria.org | Bankole Abe

NIGER State Governor, Umaru Mohammed Bago, has imposed a curfew on Minna, restricting movement from 6 pm to 6 am. This decision followed a surge in violent attacks and killings in the city. Under the new rules, commercial motorcycle and tricycle operators are prohibited from operating during curfew hours, except for medical emergencies.
CPPE kicks against proposed raw material bill, calls for withdrawal

2 days ago | icirnigeria.org | Ehime Alex

THE Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has called for a withdrawal of the Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC) Bill currently before the National Assembly, warning that the bill has the prospect of creating significant adverse and unintended consequences for Nigerian exporters and manufacturers. The CPPE Director and Chief Executive Officer, Muda Yusuf, raised concerns over the bill in a statement on Monday, April 21.
Keyamo faults reports on concession deal, lengthy closure of Enugu Airport | The ICIR- Latest News, Politics, Governance, Elections, Investigation, Factcheck, Covid-19

3 days ago | icirnigeria.org | Ehime Alex

THE Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has described media reports that the Federal Government had agreed to a lengthy concession period for the Enugu International Airport as untrue. The minister stated this in a statement on Monday, April 21, by his Special Adviser on Media and Communications, Tunde Moshood.
Tributes pour in as world leaders mourn Pope Francis | The ICIR- Latest News, Politics, Governance, Elections, Investigation, Factcheck, Covid-19

3 days ago | icirnigeria.org | Bankole Abe

PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu and other world leaders are mourning the passing of Pope Francis, who died on Monday, April 20, at the age of 88. Tinubu, in a statement by his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, described the late Pope as a tireless champion of the poor and a guiding light for millions. Tinubu said the Pope’s passing, coming just after the celebration of Christ’s Resurrection, was an indication that the Christian leader returned to his Maker sacredly.
Power, politics, and polls: Inside Nigeria’s troubled local government elections | The ICIR- Latest News, Politics, Governance, Elections, Investigation, Factcheck, Covid-19

3 days ago | icirnigeria.org | Bankole Abe

LOCAL government areas are the closest to the grassroot in Nigeria. They allow communities to have a say in how they are governed, ensuring their needs are met through effective representation. This, in return, can lead to inclusive governance, where citizens actively participate in decision-making processes, fostering robust governance at the local governments. However, despite their importance in Nigeria, elections into offices at that level of governance are always marred by controversies.
Rigging 2027 election will have serious consequences on Nigeria

4 days ago | icirnigeria.org | Mustapha Usman |Usman Mustapha

FORMER Special Adviser on Political Matters to President Bola Tinubu, Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has warned that any attempt to rig the 2027 general election would have devastating consequences on Nigeria. Daily Nigerian reported on Sunday, April 20, that Baba-Ahmed said the future of Nigeria would be determined by credible elections and that the North would not remain silent in the face of manipulation or marginalisation. “If they plan to rig the election, they should be careful.
NDLEA intercepts cocaine in Saudi-bound religious books

4 days ago | icirnigeria.org | Bankole Abe

OPERATIVES of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have intercepted a shipment of cocaine concealed in 20 sets of religious books heading to Saudi Arabia. The agency, in a statement on Sunday, April 20, by its spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, said the consignment, consisting of 20 parcels with a total weight of 500 grammes, was buried in the pages of the religious books.
Tunde Onakoya sets new GWR with 64-hour chess marathon

4 days ago | icirnigeria.org | Mustapha Usman |Usman Mustapha

NIGERIAN chess master and founder of Chess in Slums Africa, Tunde Onakoya, has officially set a new Guinness World Record after completing a 64-hour chess marathon at Times Square in New York City. The confirmation, announced via his Chess in Slums Africa’s X handle on Sunday, April 20, came after Onakoya’s marathon chess session, which began at 10 a.m. local time on Thursday, April 17, and concluded around 11 am on Sunday, April 20.