Nigeria Daily

Scorching sun, no rain, dry air, hot night and dusty day. Dry season is definitely here.

With the dry season dust, also comes cough and catarrh, and to Asthmatic patients, this can be a really difficulty time.

How do people cope?

In this episode of our Daily podcast, we talk about ways to cope the dry dusty season.

With the National Assembly approving a fresh loan request from the Presidency, Nigeria’s debt profile has broken a new record — reaching ₦136 trillion!
 
To put it into perspective, that is a debt that, according to experts, can affect the price of food, the strength of the Naira, and the opportunities available to every Nigerian.

Join us on this episode of Nigeria Daily to find out how.

Gastroenteritis is a medical condition that causes inflammation of the stomach and intestines, often triggered by contaminated food or water.
 
While treatable, it can turn deadly if not addressed promptly.

In the last few months, gastroenteritis has claimed the lives of 25 people across 18 local government areas of Sokoto State, leaving families in a state of mourning and raising serious concerns about sanitation, healthcare access, and public health education.

This episode of Nigeria Daily will investigate the human toll of the outbreak.

In Borno State, parents who send their children in search of Qur’anic education, otherwise known as almajiri system of education, have kicked vehemently against a proposal to set an age below which no boy should leave home.

According to the proposal, no child under 12 years old should be sent to ‘tsangaya’ schools outside their home town.

Why are parents opposed to the proposed age limit? What are the challenges and solutions to implementing these reforms? 

Stay with us on this episode of Nigeria Daily as we try to get to the bottom of the matter.

There’s a lot of talk about skills vs. degrees or skills vs. certifications.

Which is more important in a work space? Degree or skills or certifications?

Join us on this episode of the Daily podcast as we look at why skills are important and simple skills that can land you a dream job.

The Ondo election has come and gone, bringing with it the drama, expectations, and hopes of millions.

But as the dust settles, the real work is about to begin.

How will the main opposition, the PDP, react to this outcome?

Today, on this episode of Nigeria Daily, we dissect the immediate and long-term hurdles that await the governor-elect.

With 18 political parties competing in the governorship election in Ondo State, the stakes are high.
 
Will the election reinforce faith in democracy or expose deeper flaws in the electoral system?

Join us in this episode of Nigeria Daily to find out.

Diabetes is a serious condition that affects millions worldwide and, in Nigeria, it is becoming increasingly prevalent. 

For individuals whose parents or close family members have diabetes, the risk of developing the disease can be significantly higher. 

But is there hope for prevention? Can the cycle be broken?

Join us on this episode of Nigeria Daily as we try to find answers to these questions.

Vote buying during Nigerian elections are becoming more and more common, going by media reports.

But what pushes voters to accept handouts and why do politicians rely on them instead of packaging their manifestoes well and trusting in their acceptability?

And what does it mean for voters and the country’s democracy?

Join us in this episode of Nigeria Daily to explore these questions and hear directly from the people involved.

In Nigeria, the consistent vandalism of electricity transmission infrastructure is putting immense strain on an already fragile power grid.

This year alone, numerous incidents of sabotage have disrupted the power supply, leading to blackouts that affected homes, businesses, and essential services.

Why have the security agencies failed to stop this vandalism?

Join us in this episode of Nigeria Daily to find out.