Nigeria Daily

Nigeria Daily

By Ummu Salmah Ibrahim and Daniel OluwoleNewsNews CommentaryPolitics
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Nigeria Daily episodes

  • Simple Tips to Stay Healthy

    In today’s fast-paced world, many Nigerians are battling stress, poor nutrition, and lifestyle-related illnesses  often without realizing how small habits can make a big difference.


    Staying healthy doesn’t always require expensive gym memberships or complicated diets.


    In this episode of Nigeria Daily, we explore simple, practical tips that anyone can follow to live a healthier life — no matter where they are.

    25 min
  • Can There Be Mandatory Voting In A Democracy?

    What will happen with Nigeria’s Democracy should voting become mandatory? 


    The debate is becoming more heated in Nigeria, where democratic values are still taking root, about the desirability of compelling citizens to vote.


    Is it a move toward greater civic participation or a threat to the very freedom democracy promises?


    This is the issue that Nigeria Daily debates today.

    31 min
  • Why More Nigerians Are Battling High Blood Pressure

    High blood pressure, once seen as an old-age condition, is now affecting younger Nigerians due to stress, poor lifestyle choices, and the pressures of “hustle culture.

     While it can be hereditary, factors like poor diet, lack of rest, and emotional strain contribute to its rise. 

     In this episode of Nigeria Daily, we explore the causes, prevention, and how Nigerians can manage hypertension for a healthier life. 

    28 min
  • Lagos Monthly Rent Reform: Will It Truly Help the Poor?

    The Lagos State Government has proposed scrapping annual rent in favor of monthly and quarterly payments as part of a new housing policy. Aimed at easing the burden on low-income earners, the policy is being welcomed by many residents. 

    However, questions remain about its enforceability and impact.

     In this episode of Nigeria Daily, we examine the Lagos rent reform, featuring voices from tenants, landlords, legal experts, and state officials.

    11 min
  • 2025 UTME: What JAMB’s Capitulation Means

    The 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) has been greeted by controversies, with widespread complaints about result discrepancies and technical glitches. 


    The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has acknowledged errors affecting hundreds of thousands of candidates, prompting a nationwide debate on the integrity of the examination process. 


    In this episode of Nigeria Daily, we look at the issues and what the admittance of the errors by JAMB means.

    14 min
  • Should Nigeria Legalize Rotational Presidency?

    On Nigeria's complex political landscape, the debate over rotational presidency has resurfaced. 


    This follows the rejection of a bill that sought the formalization of the system in the Constitution on the floor of the House of Representatives. 


    While proponents argue it could foster national unity and equitable representation, critics warn that it may undermine meritocracy and deepen divisions. 
    This episode of Nigeria Daily looks into the complexities of this debate.

    28 min
  • Why Nigerians Are Angry Over Compensation To Band A Customers

    In Nigeria, electricity is not just a necessity — it’s a lifeline. That may be the reason why a directive from the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) for a compensation plan for Band A customers for poor power supply has generated controversy.

    Many electricity consumers, especially those in Band B and other categories, feel equally or more affected but ignored.

    In this episode of Nigeria Daily, we will dig into the matter to find out the rationale behind the directive and why it irks many Nigerians.

    17 min
  • Are GMOs Threatening Nigeria’s Food Future?

    In Nigeria’s farming communities, more farmers are turning to genetically modified organisms (GMOs) for better yields, raising debates about their long-term effects.

     
    While some experts see the move as a positive development, however, others warn that unregulated GMO use could harm the environment, food security, and national sovereignty. 

    In this episode of Nigeria Daily, we will find out whether GMOs are a helpful tool or a hidden threat to Nigeria’s agricultural future.

    29 min
  • “Why We Are Losing The War Against Malnutrition In The Northeast”

    Authorities in Northeast Nigeria have blamed Boko Haram, among other things, for the geometric rise in the number of children who are at risk of losing their lives to Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM).

    The malnutrition crisis, which has doubled in scale since 2024, threatens the lives of more than 600,000 children in the next six months alone. 

    In this episode of Nigeria Daily, we will try to find out what is driving the crisis, and how authorities are responding.

    32 min
  • Parents’ Challenges Raising GenZ Children


    Parenting in today’s world comes with unique challenges, especially in Nigeria, where culture and tradition meet modern influences.
     
    From navigating technology and societal pressures to instilling core values, parents are working hard to raise well-rounded children.

    In this episode of Nigeria Daily, we are looking into these struggles and offering practical solutions.

    30 min

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