Best Nigerian Daily News Podcasts (2024)

For years, the Nigerian government has faced criticism for its reactive stance on flood disasters, often waiting until the damage is done before taking action. Year after year, despite recurring warnings, floods catch many states off guard. Preparedness measures, from evacuation plans to relief efforts, remain inadequate, leaving communities vulner…

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“Why I Can No Longer Afford To Train My Children” 23:06

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The recent postponement of school resumption in states like Kano and Kaduna has sparked widespread discussion on the growing challenges faced by the Nigerian education sector, particularly the impact of the rising cost of living. With the economy straining under inflation and high living costs, families are struggling to provide basic educational n…

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Meta is banning Russian state media outlets like RT from its apps everywhere 2:42

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TikTok Begins Appeal Against Being Sold Or Banned In US 1:09

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TikTok will start making its case against a law that will see it banned in the US unless Chinese owner ByteDance sells the social media app within nine months. The measure - signed into law by President Biden in April - has been prompted by concerns that US users' data is vulnerable to exploitation by China's government. TikTok and ByteDance have a…

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Emergency Meeting In South Sudan After Elections Postponed 1:14

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The government of South Sudan is holding an emergency cabinet meeting hours after it announced that long-delayed national elections would be postponed by two years. The polls were due to take place this December. A 2018 peace deal that ended a civil war allowed President Salva Kiir to remain in charge of a transitional government with his former fo…

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Nigerian State To Introduce Community Recycling Centres 1:04

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The Lagos Waste Management Authority plans to introduce community recycling centres to support businesses in the circular economy. LAWMA CEO, Muyiwa Gbadegesin says the centres are part of upcoming innovations from the waste management agency during the Lagos Recyclers Association Conference held on Friday in Lagos State. Gbadegesin says the commun…

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President Tinubu Signs Five MoUs With China 1:01

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President Bola Tinubu has returned to Abuja after his official visit to China and his short stay in the United Kingdom. President Tinubu held bilateral meetings with President Xi Jinping and Chinese Premier Li Qiang, and there were five memoranda of understanding signed between Nigeria and China. He also attended the forum on China-Africa Cooperati…

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Dangote Refinery Denies Selling Petrol To NNPCL At ₦898 Per Litre 1:11

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The Dangote Refinery located in Lagos has denied selling petrol to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited at N898 per litre. A spokesman for the refinery Anthony Chiejinadescribed the claim by the NNPCL as “misleading and mischievous”. He urged Nigerians to disregard this malicious statement and await a formal pricing announcement by the T…

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How Dangote's Petrol Dashed Nigerians' Hopes 26:46

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The ongoing conflict between the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and Dangote Refinery on the pricing of petroleum products, has led to widespread disillusionment among Nigerians. While the launch of the Dangote Refinery was anticipated to reduce pump prices and decrease Nigeria’s reliance on imported fuel, the situation has prov…

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Kaduna: 35 Killed in Road Accident 1:10

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How Desperation Is Rising In Taraba With The Rising Levels Of Rivers 23:12

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The River Benue, which runs through six local government areas in Taraba State, has long been a source of livelihood for the people living in these riverine communities. Fishing, farming, and local commerce are intricately linked to the river. However, the river has burst its banks, flooding vast swathes of land – it is estimated that over N60 mill…

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UN team visits Maiduguri, seeks urgent support for flood victims 1:54

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Why Inter Milan & AC Milan Turned Down San Siro Renovation Plan 2:05

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How Maiduguri Flood Victims Can Stay Healthy 28:45

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Over the past few days, heavy rains have turned large parts of Maiduguri into swamps. Entire communities have been displaced as flood waters swept into homes, schools, hospitals, and even the Shehu’s Palace. The floodwaters have not just destroyed property, they’ve also created a public health crisis. How do the people in the city stay healthy afte…

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Elon Musk: SpaceX makes history by completing the first-ever private spacewalk 2:06

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CBN Enforces New PoS Transaction Rules with 30-Day Compliance Deadline for PSPs 1:04

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Boeing Offers Staff 25% Pay Hike In Bid To Avoid Strike 1:07

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Boeing is offering its staff a 25% pay bump over a four-year contract, in a bid to avoid a strike that could potentially shut down its assembly lines as early as Friday. Union leaders representing more than 30,000 employees have urged the workers to support the proposal, describing it as the best contract they had ever negotiated. Boeing workers in…

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Sudan Rejects UN Call For Peace Force To Protect Civilians 1:04

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Sudan's military-led government has rejected a call by a UN fact-finding mission for the deployment of an international force to protect civilians from the country’s ongoing civil war. The UN mission reported that Sudan’s warring parties had committed "harrowing" human rights violations against civilians. The UN mission’s lead, Chande Othman, says …

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Ethiopia Warns Against Invasion Amid Regional Tensions 1:01

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Ethiopia's Prime Minister has warned that anyone planning on invading the country should "think 10 times" before doing so because, any attack would be repelled. Ethiopia has been experiencing some rising tensions with neighbouring Somalia and Egypt. Somalia has described a maritime pact that Mr Abiy's government signed with the self-declared republ…

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Nigerian Government Signs $1bn Iron Ore Deal With China 1:14

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The Federal Government has signed a $1bn iron ore steel deal project with China. The Minister of Solid Minerals Development Dr Oladele Alake, said the deal was signed for Kogi State as a breakthrough in the Federal Government’s campaign to make local value addition the development model in the solid minerals sector. He says the Federal Government h…

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Must Nigeria Endure Pain for Economic Progress? 29:45

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Since President Bola Tinubu took office in May 2023, his administration has introduced a wave of bold economic reforms designed to address Nigeria’s ailing economy. These sweeping changes, while viewed by many experts as essential for long-term stability, have sparked debate over their immediate impact on everyday Nigerians. Are these tough decisio…

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Brazil and Argentina lose in World Cup qualifying 2:02

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How Nigeria Gears Up For A China-Powered Future 21:50

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Nigeria is at a pivotal moment in its journey toward growth and development. As part of the 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) agreements, Nigeria has secured critical partnerships with China that promise to revamp its infrastructure, energy sector, and human resources. In this episode of our daily podcast, we’ll delve into the strategi…

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DSS succumbs to pressure, releases Ajaero, seizes passport 2:47

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What Nigerian Leaders Must Do To Overcome National Challenges 27:26

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Nigeria finds itself at a pivotal moment. Despite being rich in natural resources and having a vibrant, youthful population, the country continues to grapple with persistent challenges such as economic instability, insecurity, corruption, and ineffective governance. As calls for better leadership grow louder, the critical question arises: what solu…

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AGF Suggests Ban on Presidential Pardons for Corrupt Leaders 1:35

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How Hike In Fuel Price Forces Nigerians To Resign From Their Jobs 29:18

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The recent hike in fuel prices appears to be the straw that is breaking the camel's back as it is forcing many Nigerians to make a tough decision: to resign their jobs. What does this mean for Nigeria’s economy? Are there immediate solutions to lessen these pressures? Join us in this episode of our Nigeria Daily to find out.…

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BOI Secures Landmark €1.425 Billion Loan to Enhance Business Financing in Nigeria 1:57

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How Nigerians’ Behavior In The Diaspora Shapes Our Identity 29:19

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Nigerians are known worldwide for their resilience, intelligence, and entrepreneurial spirit. They’ve made significant strides across various sectors in foreign lands, from business to academics, sports to the arts. But as much as Nigerians are celebrated for their achievements, they’ve also faced scrutiny for how they behave abroad. From the vibra…

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Ways Nigerians Can Make More Money Despite The Fuel Crises 25:25

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The recent hike in fuel prices has undoubtedly placed a heavy burden on Nigerians, exacerbating the already difficult economic situation for many. However, as challenging as the current circumstances are, there are opportunities for growth and improvement Join us in this episode of our daily podcasts as we explore such ways.…

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NBA offers free legal services to #EndBadGovernance protesters 1:59

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Simple Back to School Success Tips for Parents and Students 27:28

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As the back-to-school season approaches, Nigerian parents face the familiar challenges of getting their children ready for a new academic year. From managing logistics to addressing the emotional needs of their kids, the pressure can be overwhelming. Common mistakes, like neglecting routines or ignoring the emotional impact of returning to school, …

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Opay Cut Off 40 Million Customers Again Due to Failed Transactions 2:25

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How Another Increase In Petrol Price May Worsen The Economy Of Nigeria 26:47

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The NNPCL’s recent warning of a potential fuel price hike has deepened the uncertainty surrounding Nigeria’s already fragile economy. In today’s episode of our daily podcast, we dive into the consequences of this development, examining how it will affect the nation and the everyday lives of Nigerians. Join us as we explore the economic and social i…

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Top Brazil Court To Vote on Ban of Musk's X 0:59

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Brazil's Supreme Court will vote on whether or not to uphold a ruling to ban social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter. Justice Alexandre Moraes called for the vote after the platform was suspended in the country in the early hours of Saturday. It came after X failed to appoint a new legal representative in Brazil before a court-imposed de…

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Kenya’s Credit Rating Gets Downgraded 1:03

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S & P Global Ratings has downgraded Kenya’s credit rating from “B to B-”, meaning that Kenya has now been deemed credit-risky by all three of the biggest credit rating agencies. Due to being credit-risky, raising money from debt instruments will become problematic for Kenya because the borrowing cost becomes expensive. The ratings tell investors th…

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Amazon Web Services to invest $1.7 billion into South Africa 1:03

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Amazon Web Services hosted a summit in Johannesburg, South Africa to discuss the advancements of Generative Artificial Intelligence and committed to making a follow-on investment of $1.7 billion by 2029 to increase renewable energy supply to its data centres. AWS has two of its three data centres located in South Africa. At least one of them consum…

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