Best INEC Podcasts (2025)

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Utomi Shadow Government, Iyaloja drama, Poverty Rankings & Genocide 1:09:42

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @lloydatikuThey discussed Federal High Court declares Pat Utomi's Shadow Government unconstitutional Oba of Benin tells Tinubu's daughter that Iyaloja not known to Bini culture Nigeria has second largest number of people in poverty US politicians highlight alleged attacks on Christians in Nigeria…

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ADC, GEJ meets Obi, Rivers State and Uzo Art Controversy 1:17:49

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @ChxtaThey discussed: INEC recognition of David Mark led ADC leadership GEJ and Obi have closed door meeting in Abuja President Tinubu lifts State of Emergency on Rivers State Controversy trails art exhibition to be held by Uzo Njoku in Lagos

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Tinubu's Trips, Rivers State, INEC, Annual Leave, Rhodes-Vivour 1:03:19

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@phoenix_agenda and @nigeriasbest had a one to one chat after a long summer break. They discussed: 1. President Tinubu's trips to Brazil and Japan. 2. Wike says Rivers State of Emergency should end 18th September 3. INEC begins Continuous Voter Registration exercise 4. President Tinubu goes to Europe on 10 day Annual Leave 5. Attack on Gbadebo Rhod…

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Buhari's Death and Okpebholo drama 1:13:10

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Chxta and @Tex_The_Law They discussed: Buhari's dies in London hospital Okpebolo tells Obi not to come to Edo state

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The Coalition Party (ADC) and Tinubu in St Lucia 1:18:29

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @I_Am_Ilemona They discussed: The Opposition Coalition choose African Democratic Congress (ADC) as their political party President Tinubu's visit to St Lucia

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Ganduje Resigns, Wike/Fubara Peace deal, Tax Reform Bills signed & Wike's Land grab allegations 1:15:10

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Chxta They discussed: 1. Ganduje resigns as APC National Chairman 2. Wike and Fubara peace deal brokered by Tinubu 3. Tinubu signs Tax Reform Bills into Law 4. Wike accused of land grab for self benefit in Abuja

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Yelewata Killings, New Political Party & Shettima rumours 1:07:26

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @FranebThey discussed: The attacks leading to over 100 deaths in Yelewata, Benue State Atiku, el Rufai and Amaechi set up All Democratic Alliance, seek INEC registration Rumblings suggest VP Shettima to be dropped from 2027 re-election ticket

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Umo Eno Defects, Coalition Stalled & Mokwa Floods 1:12:03

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @I_Am_Ilemona They discussed the following: Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom defects from PDP to APC Coalition talks stalled as parties unable to align on common agenda Flood in Mokwa claims over 700 people

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2 Years Of Tinubu, Ighodalo loses appeal & Tinubu "snubs" Sanwo-Olu 1:20:14

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Dot_E_Fresh They discussed the following: Second anniversary of Tinubu's presidency Ighodalo loses Edo governorship election appeal Tinubu "snubs" Sanwo-Olu

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2027 Coalition, Tinubu Sole Candidacy & JAMB 1:00:45

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This episode featured @nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda and they discussed the following: el Rufai says coalition for 2027 general elections is in place Akpabio says Tinubu should be sole candidate for APC and entire country JAMB conducts resit of examinations after technology mishap

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Obi/Elrufai, Tinubu In Anambra, IMF Loans & Shadow Government 1:00:47

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This featured a conversation between @nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda They discussed: Potential for a Peter Obi and Nasir El Rufai ticket for 2027 Tinubu visits Anambra, Soludo declares support Nigeria pays off IMF loan Utomi in DSS crosshairs over "Shadow Government" set up

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Fubara meets Tinubu, Obvorevwori and Okowa defect & Benue Massacres continue 1:02:10

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @orijinak29037 They discussed: 1. President Tinubu had a private meeting with Governor Fubara in London 2. Governor Obvorevwori and former Governor Okowa defect with their supporters to APC. 3. About 56 people dead in Benue massacres, as insecurity crisis continues.…

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Edo Tribunal, Tinubu In France, US Tariffs & Labour Party 1:06:32

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @SweeeguThey discussed: Edo tribunal outcome, US raises concern Tinubu in France for working visit US tariff impact on Nigeria Supreme Court ruling on Labour Party leadership

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Mob lynches hunters in Edo, former Rivers State HOS, Akpoti-Uduaghan recall & EFCC after Achimugu 1:11:56

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Dot_E_Fresh They discussed: 1. The killing of northern hunters in Edo state 2. The ongoing crisis in Rivers state and former Head of Service's allegations 3. The attempts to recall Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan 4. EFCC investigation of Aisha Achimugu and the alleged Atiku/Obi connection to Governo…

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State of Emergency and Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan 1:03:42

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @I_Am_Ilemona and @Chxta They discussed: The State of Emergency declared by President Tinubu in Rivers State Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan claims of sexual harassment by Senate President Godswill Akpabio hits international media

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Natasha Akpoti, Prominent Deaths & The Supreme Court 1:03:54

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @TexTheLaw They discussed: Drama in Senate - Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan suspended for 6 months Nigeria loses 3 prominent politicians in Pa Ayo Adebanjo, Pa Edwin Clark and Dr. Doyin Okupe Supreme Court ruling on Rivers State House of Assembly

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USAID, Babangida's Book Launch & Lagos Speakership drama 58:43

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@phoenix_agenda and @nigeriasbest were joined by @davidhundeyin They discussed: 1. Claims that USAID enabled Boko Haram in Nigeria. 2. Former Military dictator Babangida launches Memoirs 3. The Lagos Speakership drama continues, Speaker Meranda denies resignation

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United Opposition, Babangida's Book & Cardoso 1:04:20

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @lloydatikuThey discussed: 1. The opposition conference led by Atiku, el Rufai and Fayemi 2. Babangida to launch his memoirs and fund raiser for library 3. Cardoso says Naira recovery is generating investor interest

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Obasa, World Economic Forum & Board Appointments 1:01:45

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2025 Forecast 1:01:34

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @JudgeIyke They discussed the political, economic & security outlook for 2025.

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Okpebholo, Kemi Badenoch & Nyesom Wike 1:01:48

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@phoenix_agenda and @nigeriasbest discussed: 1. TGovernor Okpebholo of Edo State struggles to read the Edo State 2025 budget 2. VP Kashim Shettima and UK Conservative Party Leader Kemi Badenoch exchange words on Badenoch's comments about her Nigerian experience 3. Nyesom Wike accused of land grab in FCT…

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Dele Farotimi, Labour Defections & Port Harcourt Refinery 1:01:14

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@phoenix_agenda and @nigeriasbest were joined by @TexTheLaw They discussed: 1. The arrest of Dele Farotimi. 2. The defection of Labour Party and PDP Lawmakers to APC 3. The revival of Port Harcourt Refinery

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Modi's Visit, France, Simon Ekpa, Tax Reform & The Vulnerable Index 1:14:04

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@phoenix_agenda and @nigeriasbest were joined by @Chxta They discussed: 1. The Indian Prime Minister's visit to Nigeria. 2. President Tinubu’s state visit to France 3. The arrest of Simon Ekpa 4. The Tax Reform Bill 5. Nigeria's ranking on the Vulnerability Index.

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Army Chief Dies, Ondo Elections & 34% Inflation 1:02:35

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda discussed the death of the Army Chief, the elections in Ondo State and the recent inflation figures.

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The US Elections From the Nigerian Perspective 1:12:01

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In this week's episode, @nigeriasbest was joined by @davidfrum , Senior Editor of the Atlantic Magazine and former Speech Writer to President G W Bush. They discussed the US Presidential elections from the Nigerian perspective.

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New Ministers, Obi/Kwankwanso in new Bromance & Umahi Under Fire 1:10:25

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @AminuEcon They discussed: 1. President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet reshuffle. 2. Rumours of an alliance between Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso. 3. Minister for Works David Umahi being criticized by the legislature.

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World Bank, Jigawa & #EndSARS 1:10:57

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @lloydatiku They discussed: 1. The World Bank's review of the Nigerian economy. 2. The deaths of 170 people in Jigawa State. 3. The anniversary of the #EndSARS protests.

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Edo Results, Rivers Crisis, Fuel Price Increases, PDP Crisis 1:04:10

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda discussed the following news stories: 1. Edo elections and the matters arising. 2. Rivers continues to be in crisis, LG elections with severe irregularities and violence. 3. Fuel price rises across the country as inflation and Naira devaluation worsen.

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Maiduguri Floods, Nyesom Wike & Tinubu in China 1:04:36

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda discussed the following news stories: 1. Flooding in Borno State which displaced over 1 million people. 2. Nyesom Wike's comments on the Edo Gubernatorial campaigns. 3. President Bola Tinubu’s trip to China.

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Ajuri Gone, Boko-Haram, Labour Party & Fuel Prices 1:03:03

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This episode featured @nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda They discussed: 1. Ajuri Ngelale leaves role as SA Media and Publicity to President Tinubu 2. Boko Haram attacks Mafa in Yobe State, over 80 people dead 3. Labour Party appoints Senator Nenadi Usman as Chairman 4. Fuel price increases

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Chinese Investors, Students Kidnapped, New Chief Justice & Protests Aftermath 1:15:15

1y ago1:15:15

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @chxta They discussed: 1. The seizure of Nigerian assets by Chinese investors. 2. The kidnapping of medical students from Benue. 3. The appointment of a new Chief Justice of Nigeria. 4. The aftermath of the August protests

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Still on the Supreme Court, Malta, 1st August & Kenneth Okonkwo 1:13:12

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @texthelaw They discussed: 1. Follow up on Supreme Court ruling on Local Government funding. 2. The controversy about petroleum products into Nigeria from Malta. 3. The panic in government circles around the announced 1st August protests. 4. Kenneth Okonkwo leaves Labour Party and Peter Obi, calling …

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Dangote, Local Governments, Budget & Protests 1:05:39

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @keneike They discussed: 1. Dangote responds to NMDPRA chief's claims. 2. Supreme Court issues landmark judgement affirming Local Government fiscal autonomy. 3. Tinubu asks NASS to increase 2024 budget by N6.2 Trillion. 4. Protests planned across Nigeria from 1st August.…

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Abiola, Samoa Agreement, Bankruptcy & UK Elections 1:17:27

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Dot_E_Fresh We discussed: 1. The Samoa Agreement between the EU & African States. 2. The anniversary of the death of MKO Abiola. 3. The claims by Tinubu’s tax adviser that Nigeria is broke. 4. The recent UK elections and the implications for Nigeria.

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Four Budgets, Tinubu’s Stimulus & Nnamdi Kanu 1:09:07

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @NamEswitheld They discussed: 1. Allegations that the Tinubu administration is planning to run four budgets concurrently. 2. The stimulus package announced by President Tinubu. 3. Peter Obi’s demand that Tinubu complies with a court order granting Nnamdi Kanu bail.…

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Rivers State crisis, National Debt & NIMC Data Breach repercussions 1:06:40

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @eloka51 They discussed: 1. The political crisis in Rivers State 2. The reported N24 trillion increase in the national debt in 3 months 3. The leak of BVN, NIN & passport details of Nigerians, available for N100

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Democracy Day, Binance & Cholera 1:04:42

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Chxta They discussed: 1. The democracy day celebrations. 2. Recent developments with the Binance prosecutions. 3. The Cholera outbreak in Lagos.

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Strikes, VP’s Residence, el rufai & Subsidy 1:20:12

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @lloydatiku and @I_Am_Ilemona They discussed: 1. The strikes by the Labour unions 2. VP Shettima commissions N21B new VP on behalf of President Tinubu 3. el rufai's Kaduna state admin under probe by state assembly for mismanagement of N423B 4. FG confirms payment of fuel subsidy…

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National Anthem, Interest Rates & Tinubu’s First Year 1:09:15

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @DavidHundeyin They discussed: 1. The new National Anthem 2. The proposed bill to grant powers over interest rates to the federal government 3. President Tinubu’s first year in office

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Emirs of Kano, Inflation & the Coastal Road 1:12:15

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@nigeriasbest & @phoenix_agenda were joined by @AminuEcon . They discussed: 1. The crisis in Kano over the dissolution of the Emirate. 2. The recent inflation figures in Nigeria. 3. The latest developments with the Lagos-Calabar coastal road.

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Way & Means, Yahaya Bello & Rivers Tragedy 1:06:03

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @AminuEcon They discussed: 1. The Government borrowing N3.8 trillion from the Central Bank. 2. Allegations that Governor Yahaya Bello looted his state to pay his children’s school fees. 3. The fire incident in Rivers State leading to the deaths of scores of motorists.…

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Yemi Cardoso, PDP & Yahaya Bello 1:01:03

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@nigeriasbest and phoenix_agenda were joined by @lloydatiku They discussed: 1. The Central Bank Governor’s recent press conference. 2. The leadership crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party. 3. The EFCC’s attempt to arrest former Governor Yahaya Bello.

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Coastal Road, Bobrisky & Shuaibu Impeached 1:12:11

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Dot_E_Fresh They discussed: 1. The Lagos-Calabar coastal road project 2. The conviction of the Nigerian celebrity "Bobrisky" 3. The impeachment of the Edo State Deputy Governor , Philip Shuaibu

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Binance, Electricity Tariffs & Kaduna Debts 1:21:13

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @NamEswitheld and @I_Am_Ilemona They discussed: 1. The Nigerian government’s prosecution of Binance employees. 2. The increase in electricity tariffs 3. The Governor of Kaduna State’s complaint about its debt burden.

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Okuama Deaths, Senate Drama & Cardoso 48:59

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @NamEswitheld They discussed: 1. The killings in Okuama 2. The budget fraud allegations in the Senate 3. The Central Bank Governor’s claim that all FX claims have been settled.

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IBD Dende, 200 kidnapped, Tinubu in Qatar 1:02:36

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @RayErvero They discussed: 1. The IBD Dende smuggling scandal. 2. The kidnapping of over 200 school children in Kaduna State. 3. President Tinubu’s official visit to Qatar

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Ribadu Naira Taskforce, ECOWAS & CBN new BDC rules 57:32

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Ose_Anenih They discussed: 1. The National Security Adviser’s use of the security forces to rescue the Naira. 2. The lifting of ECOWAS sanctions on Niger Republic. 3. The new Bureau De Change regulations issued by the Central Bank

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Foreign Exchange Shortages, IMF & the Naira's Fall 59:18

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @lloydatiku They discussed: 1. The Central Bank Governor's claim that Students are responsible for the shortage of Dollars in the economy. 2. The IMF's support for President Tinubu's policies 3. The continuous fall in the value of the Naira

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Mangu Massacre, CBN Relocation & Blinken in Nigeria 1:01:13

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@nigerisbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @aminuecon They discussed the following topics: The continued terrorist attacks in Mangu, Plateau State CBN set to relocate some functions to Lagos US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken visits Nigeria

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2024 Predictions 1:00:07

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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Its_Oluseyi They discussed their 2024 predictions for Nigeria’s politics and economy.