The Current Economic Times in Nigeria

Times are hard has become a common phrase in Nigeria, being the largest economy in Africa and 21st largest economy in the world in terms of nominal GDP is a theoretical terms that is not felt in the practical living conditions of Nigerians.

The economic times in Nigeria is sickening, Nigeria is having serious economic meltdown. Price of crude oil is dropping, the government is missing in responsibilities, companies are shutting down, people are losing their jobs, workers who managed to remain employed are struggling to accept their salaries in downward review and the near future does not project well for the Nigerian economy.

Jonathan asks Nigerians to pray more for Buhari

National Christian Centre, Abuja - President Goodluck Jonathan employed Nigerians on Sunday to pray for the incoming government of Muhammadu Buhari.

Jonathan said the incoming government needed more prayers now because any decision taken by its officials would have a lasting effect on the nation while he would only be taking personal decisions henceforth.

The President told the congregation which included the Vice President-elect, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, and his wife, Dolapo, at his 2015 presidential thanksgiving and inauguration interdenominational church service, that the dreams of the Nigeria's founding fathers can not be achieved without the help of God.

Season of trekking: man treks from Taraba to Abuja

A 35 year old man, Mr. Paul Jamasuru Tankwa from Bambuka Karim- Lamido LGA in Taraba State is trekking from Jalingo the Taraba State Capital to the federal capital city of Abuja to congratulate Nigeria’s President, His Excellency Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan for Conceding defeat in just concluded 2015 presidential election.

Mr. Paul is hoping to present a certificate of “Ambassador of Peace” to the outgoing Nigerian President.

President Jonathan addresses “negative triumphalism” exhibited by some Nigerians after his defeat to General Buhari

President Goodluck Jonathan, in a statement released by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Dr. Reuben Abati, on Tuesday, April 7. Said, 

“The President condemns the very unseemly attempt by some politicians, groups and individuals to intimidate others, heat up the polity and cause public disorder and disaffection in the aftermath of the Presidential and National Assembly elections.

“President Jonathan is especially concerned about the negative triumphalism that has been put on display by certain elements since March 31, which flies in the face of his personal commitment to post-election peace, unity and national stability.

I’m like Israel that is in the midst of enemies. Whoever wants to remove me will first have to impeach God - Ayo Fayose

Governor Ayo Fayose of Ekiti state said these on 'Meet Your Governor' TV program on the State Television, EKTV, Ekiti Radio, Progress FM and NTA, Ado Ekiti today April 6th.

"I’m like Israel that is in the midst of enemies but will always prevail. Whoever wants to remove me will first have to impeach God. They are doing all these just to get at me because of my support for President Jonathan and I have no regret for supporting the president. Let me say it again, I have not been served any impeachment notice. The House of Assembly is also on recess and Dr Adewale Omirin is not the speaker of the State House of Assembly. Omirin is in court, challenging his impeachment and he can’t be challenging his impeachment in court and at the same time laying claim to being Speaker.” he said.