Evaluating Nigeria’s Proposed Social Media Bill: A Call for Balanced Regulation in the Digital Age

In an era where digital communication shapes civic engagement, commerce, and social interaction, the intersection of law and technology has become more consequential than ever. In Nigeria, social media platforms now serve as vital spaces for political discourse, economic activity, and grassroots mobilization. Recognizing both the opportunities and the threats posed by unregulated digital communication, the National Assembly has reintroduced the Protection from Internet Falsehood and Manipulation Bill, 2019—commonly referred to as the “Social Media Bill.”

Lights On Again: How Nigeria Quietly Added 700MW to Beat the Grid Collapse Curse

For decades, Nigeria’s power sector has grappled with a cycle of inefficiency, recurrent national grid collapses, and systemic underperformance. The term “grid collapse” has become synonymous with national embarrassment and daily discomfort, regularly making headlines and disrupting the lives of millions. These collapses have stifled economic productivity, undermined investor confidence, and burdened households and businesses with unsustainable energy costs.

Trump’s Tariff Tsunami: How Nigeria’s Export Hopes Are Being Rocked Again

When President Donald Trump declared a national emergency on April 2, 2025, to enforce a new wave of import tariffs in a bid to “protect U.S. sovereignty and economic security,” policymakers in Nigeria paid attention. Not just because it was dramatic—even for Trump—but because the implications reach far beyond the American heartland.

Banks Under Siege: The Silent War Between Cybercriminals and Nigeria’s Financial Institutions

The digital transformation of Nigeria’s financial sector has revolutionized banking, payments, and investments, bringing an era of unprecedented convenience, speed, and accessibility. However, this rapid evolution has also turned banks and financial institutions into lucrative targets for cybercriminals. The rise in cybercrime is no longer a distant concern—it is a full-scale war being waged in the digital shadows, threatening financial stability, customer trust, and economic growth.

Wike vs Fubara: The Bitter Rift That’s Shaking Rivers Politics – What Led to the War?

In recent times, the political landscape of Rivers State, Nigeria, has been dramatically altered by an escalating feud that seems to be tearing apart the political establishment: the Wike/Fubara conflict. What started as a political alliance has now evolved into a bitter rivalry, pitting two powerful figures against each other and leaving the people of Rivers State wondering what went wrong.

NECA’s Bold Stance Against Soaring FRC Levies: A Threat to Private Sector Growth or a Necessary Reform?

In recent times, Nigeria’s private sector has faced increasing pressure from various sources, with regulatory changes and rising costs threatening to strangle the growth of businesses across the country. One of the most contentious issues in the current business landscape is the Financial Reporting Council (FRC) levy—a fee that private firms are required to pay for the privilege of ensuring compliance with financial reporting standards.

Empowering Nigerian Women: Maritime Group Launches Groundbreaking Digital Cooperative Society

In an era defined by rapid technological advancements and social change, the traditional barriers preventing Nigerian women from fully participating in the nation’s economic and business sectors are being steadily dismantled. The latest milestone in this ongoing effort is the launch of a pioneering digital cooperative society by the Nigerian Maritime Women Association (NMWA), specifically aimed at empowering women in the maritime sector

Nigeria’s Inflation Rate Drops to a Seven-Month Low – Legal and Economic Implications for Businesses and Consumers

In the ever-evolving economic landscape of Nigeria, where inflation has been a major concern for businesses and households alike, a significant shift has recently emerged. The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) revealed a remarkable drop in the country’s inflation rate to 24.48% in January 2025, down from the 34.80% recorded in December 2024.

DStv Subscription Fee Hike: MultiChoice’s 21% Increase and the Legal and Economic Ramifications

As Nigeria faces an ongoing economic climate of high inflation and reduced purchasing power, MultiChoice, the operator behind DStv, has raised its subscription fees by 21%.

Airtel’s Latest Move: What the Data and Call Rate Hike Means for Nigerians

The recent announcement by Airtel Nigeria to hike its data and call rates has stirred quite a storm of reactions across the country. With the ever-growing reliance on mobile services for communication, business, and social interaction, this move has left many Nigerians questioning how this will impact their daily lives and, indeed, their wallets.