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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1628, Tokugawa Mitsukuni, Japanese daimyō (died 1701) was born. In 1893, A revolution led by the liberal general and politician José Santos Zelaya takes over state power in Nicaragua. In 1919, The eight-hour day and free Sunday become law for workers in the Netherlands. In 1950, Pakistan joins the International Monetary Fund and the International Bank. In 1955, Balaji Sadasivan, Singaporean neurosurgeon and politician, Singaporean Minister of Health (died 2010) was born. In 1960, Congo Crisis: The State of Katanga breaks away from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In 1960, France legislates for the independence of Dahomey (later Benin), Upper Volta (later Burkina Faso) and Niger. In 1990, Oka Crisis: First Nations land dispute in Quebec begins. In 1991, Nigeria Airways Flight 2120 crashes in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, killing all 261 passengers and crew on board. In 1995, Yugoslav Wars: Srebrenica massacre begins; lasts until 22 July. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Nigeria Shifts Focus from Economic Reforms to Inclusive Growth
The Nigerian government says the country has successfully navigated the most difficult phase of its economic reforms and is now focused on accelerating broad-based and inclusive growth that delivers tangible benefits to citizens and businesses. At the Nigeria Employers’ Summit 2026 in Abuja, the Coordinating Minister of the Economy and Minister of Finance, Taiwo Oyedele, [] The post Nigeria Shifts Focus from Economic Reforms to Inclusive Growth appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.
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Voice of Nigeria
· Jun 22, 2026
Nigeria Pushes Trade, Investment Through Reforms
Nigeria is intensifying efforts to grow trade, attract investments and boost non-oil exports as part of its economic diversification agenda. Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Jumoke Oduwole, disclosed this at the 2026 Top Management Retreat of the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment (FMITI) in Abuja. READ ALSO: Nigeria Launches Cooperative Digitalisation, Bank Reform [] The post Nigeria Pushes Trade, Investment Through Reforms appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.
Vanguard News
· Jul 9, 2026
Rising cost of essentials to push more Nigerians into poverty — IMF
Maintains forecast for Nigeria’s GDP at 4.1 in 2026, 4.3 in 2027 Says improved macroeconomic stability supports Nigeria’s economy By Babajide Komolafe, Economy Editor The International Monetary Fund, IMF, has warned that rising prices of essential goods will deepen poverty and food insecurity in Nigeria despite improved macroeconomic stability, even as it maintained growth forecasts for [] The post Rising cost of essentials to push more Nigerians into poverty — IMF appeared first on Vanguard News.
Daily Post Nigeria
· Jul 1, 2026
States must unlock economic potential to drive Nigeria’s growth – Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima has called on state governments across Nigeria to harness their unique resources and comparative advantages to accelerate economic growth and national development. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the Jigawa State Economic and Investment Summit (J-INVEST 2026) in Dutse, the Vice President emphasised that the strength of Nigeria’s federation depends largely [] States must unlock economic potential to drive Nigeria’s growth – Shettima
Dateline Nigeria
· Jul 5, 2026
Getting the Diagnosis Right: Reflections on Nigeria’s Proposed Secondary Education Reform
Nigeria’s education sector is once again at the centre of national debate following the Federal Government’s proposal to remove the administrative distinction between Junior Secondary School (JSS) and Senior Secondary School (SSS), effectively creating a continuous six-year secondary education cycle. The proposal, announced by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, is intended to address The post Getting the Diagnosis Right: Reflections on Nigeria’s Proposed Secondary Education Reform appeared first on Dateline Nigeria.
Arise News
· Jun 29, 2026
Ajomale-McWord: Nigeria’s Reforms Are Reopening States To Foreign Investment, Economic Autonomy
Founder of Global AfriDiplomats Ajomale-McWord says ongoing reforms are empowering Nigerian states to attract foreign investment and drive regional economic development independently.
YNaija
· Jul 1, 2026
Top 5 Stories Of The Day | FG to End Separation of Junior and Senior Secondary Schools
Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. FG to end the separation of junior and senior secondary schools The federal government has announced plans to abolish the policy separating Junior Secondary Schools (JSS) and Senior Secondary Schools (SSS), saying it has failed... Read More Read » Top 5 Stories Of The Day | FG to End Separation of Junior and Senior Secondary Schools on YNaija
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Related coverage for "Nigeria Shifts Focus from Economic Reforms to Inclusive Growth": Voice of Nigeria — Nigeria Pushes Trade, Investment Through Reforms. Vanguard News — Rising cost of essentials to push more Nigerians into poverty — IMF. Daily Post Nigeria — States must unlock economic potential to drive Nigeria’s growth – Shettima. Dateline Nigeria — Getting the Diagnosis Right: Reflections on Nigeria’s Proposed Secondary Education Reform. Arise News — Ajomale-McWord: Nigeria’s Reforms Are Reopening States To Foreign Investment, Economic Autonomy. YNaija — Top 5 Stories Of The Day | FG to End Separation of Junior and Senior Secondary Schools