Category: Economic
Economic

Sokoto–Badagry Highway Project Receives Commendation By Community Engagement Council During Inspection

OGASTV NIGERIA · Infrastructure & Economic Development Watch QUICK SUMMARY The Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, has commended the progress of the Sokoto–Badagry Super Highway following an inspection visit with members of the National Assembly and Presidential aides. Officials say the project is expected to improve transportation, stimulate economic activity, and enhance the quality

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July 5, 2026 No Comments
OgasTV Nigeria

Troops Neutralize 76 Terrorists, Rescue 465 Kidnap Victims in June — DHQ

SECURITY & GOVERNANCE WATCH OGAS TV NIGERIA · SECURITY DESK QUICK SUMMARY Defence Headquarters says troops neutralized 76 terrorists, arrested 97 suspects, and rescued 465 kidnap victims in June 2026. Eleven insurgents surrendered with their families. The figures come from a DHQ briefing by Major General Michael Onoja and have not been independently verified beyond

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July 5, 2026 No Comments
Economic

IMF Questions Nigeria’s Budget Transparency: Why It Matters

POLICY EXPLAINED OGASTV NIGERIA | Economy & Public Finance QUICK SUMMARY The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised concerns that some public spending in Nigeria may not have been fully reflected in recent budget documents. The Fund says improving fiscal transparency will strengthen investor confidence and public accountability. THE STORY The IMF has urged Nigeria

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July 5, 2026 No Comments
OgasTV Nigeria

Power Force Update: What’s Confirmed vs. What’s Circulating Online

OGASTV NIGERIA · NATIONAL DESK QUICK SUMMARY A post claiming the Power Force meter installer programme will train 4,000 youths with a ₦100,000 monthly allowance and automatic employment is circulating online. OgasTv found the officially confirmed figure is 5,000 trainees; the allowance and automatic employment claims are not confirmed by any government source. THE STORY

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July 5, 2026 No Comments
OgasTV Nigeria

Dr. Muritala Seriki Marks 40th Birthday with “Chasing Your Dreams” Colloquy

LOCAL GOVERNMENT SPOTLIGHT OGASTV NIGERIA · KOSOFE / IKOSI-ISHERI DESK QUICK SUMMARY Dr. Muritala Seriki, Lagos State APC Youth Leader, marked his 40th birthday on Saturday, July 4, 2026, with a colloquy themed “Chasing Your Dreams; Everything is Possible” at LASUCOM, Ikeja. The Mayoress of Ikosi-Isheri LCDA, Princess Samiat Abolanle Bada, and several senators and

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July 5, 2026 No Comments
OgasTV Diaspora

South Africa Rejects Nigeria’s Compensation Demand Over Evacuated Citizens

Quick Summary:  Nigeria has evacuated over 850 citizens from South Africa since June, following renewed xenophobic attacks. Nigeria asked South Africa to consider compensating citizens for abandoned businesses and property. South Africa’s government rejected this, saying only legally registered property is recognized, and controversially asked Nigeria to identify alleged “drug dens” linked to its citizens.

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July 5, 2026 No Comments
News

Nigeria’s Census Fight –

OGASTV NIGERIA · NATIONAL DESK Policy Explained · Fact Check Why Northern Leaders Are Pushing Back Ahead of 2027 Quick Summary Nigeria hasn’t held a census since 2006, and plans for a new one under President Tinubu are drawing suspicion from Northern political leaders ahead of the 2027 elections. Critics question the census committee’s composition

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July 5, 2026 No Comments
Civic responsibility

What’s shaping Nigeria, Africa, and the world today — in brief.

  Today’s Top Stories 🏛️ NIGERIA — GOVERNANCE & POLITICS Tinubu Swears in Two RMAFC, Six NPC Commissioners President Tinubu has formally inaugurated new commissioners to the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission and the National Population Commission — key bodies overseeing revenue sharing and population data. FG Approves First Major NYSC Reform in 53

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June 30, 2026 No Comments
Economic

Your Kosofe Representatives Are Named. Now, What Do You Know About Them?

The APC has formally submitted Sanni Okanlawon (Kosofe I) and Murtala Seriki (Kosofe II) to INEC as its candidates for the Lagos State House of Assembly. Both are expected to collect and return nomination forms before Wednesday’s close of business. The submissions are official but Kosofe voters have questions worth asking before election day. The

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June 30, 2026 No Comments
Civic responsibility

Was Oshinowo Officially Confirmed as Kosofe’s APC Candidate for 2027?

A local news outlet reported that APC’s National Working Committee submitted Mayor Dele Oshinowo’s name to INEC as the Kosofe flag bearer for 2027. On the same day, APC’s national headquarters publicly disowned all such candidate lists as fake and unauthorized.  ⚠️ UNDER REVIEW OgasTV examines what is confirmed and what is not. VOICE OF

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June 29, 2026 No Comments