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Nigerian Economy Shrinks By N63bn, 28 Sectors Struggle

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3 years ago

August 31, 2022

No fewer than 28 sectors of the economy declined in the second quarter of 2022 as real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) shrunk by N63.49billion quarter-on-quarter.
While real GDP grew by 3.54per cent year-on-year in Q2 2022, it declined by 0.37per cent from the N17.35trillion that was recorded in the first quarter of 2021 to N17.29trillion in Q2, 2022, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS)data revealed.
The NBS blamed this decline on lower economic activity that was witnessed in Q1 2021.
The analysis of real GDP data revealed that only 18 of the 46 NBS captured economic activity sectors experienced growth in the quarter under review.
According to the data from the statistics body, the agriculture sector witnessed mixed positives, with two sub-sectors witnessing growth and the other two recording a decline.
Crop production grew from N3.39trillion to N3.59trillion; livestock declined from N318.49billion to N282.02billion; forestry grew from N44.14billion to N51.28billion; while fishing declined from N125.46billion to N88.3billion.
In the mining and quarrying sector, crude petroleum and natural gas declined from N1.15trillion to N1.09trillion; coal mining grew from N1.61billion to N4.79billion; metal ores declined from N4.87billion to N1.26billion; and quarrying other minerals grew from N363.29million to N25.51billion.
The 2022 has been a tough year for the manufacturing sector with inflation and foreign exchange scarcity negatively impacting growth.
Only three of the 13 subsectors in the manufacturing sector recorded any growth in the quarter under review.
Oil refining grew from N1.66billion to N2.82billion; cement declined from N188.81billion to N143.74billion; food, beverage and tobacco declined from N875.94billion to N760.08billion; textile, apparel, and footwear declined from N342.48billion to N283.34billion; wood and wood products declined from N53.81billion to N44.41billion; whereas pulp, paper, and paper products declined from N13.38billion to N9.70billion.
Chemical and pharmaceutical products grew from N42.75billion to N47.37billion; non-metallic products declined from N63.52billion to N49.24billion; plastic and rubber products declined from N60.12billion to N53.01billion; electrical and electronics increased from N839.34million to N921.50million; basic metal, iron and steel declined from N39.93billion to N37.31billion; motor vehicles and assembly declined from N9.53billion to N7.63billion; and other manufacturing declined from N76.07billion to N55.55billion.
The electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply sector grew from N32.72billion to N118.79billion.
The water supply, sewerage, waste management and remediation sector grew from N39.06billion to N61.12billion.
Construction declined from N725.99billion to N554.11billion.
The trade sector grew from N2.79trillion to N2.91trillion.
Accommodation and food services also recorded a decline from N173.41billion to N68.17billion.
Under the transportation and storage sector, road transport grew from N151.97billion to N293.85billion; rail transport and pipelines declined from N40.96million to 19.92million; water transport increased from N802,77million to N1.04billion; air transport declined from N25.26billion to N9.69billion; transport services grew from N7.11billion to N11.14billion; and post and courier services declined from N6.26billion to N2.42billion.
Seen as one of the bright spots of the economy, telecommunications and information services under the information and communication sector grew from N2.25trillion to N2.59trillion; publishing declined from N5.45billion to N4.66billion; motion pictures, sound recording and music production declined from N229.67billion to N157.57billion; and broadcasting grew from N330.47billion to N433.43billion.
The arts, entertainment and recreation sector declined from N35.69billion to N51.85billion.
In the financial and insurance sector, the financial institutions subsector declined and insurance declined from N85.11billion to N80.18billion.
The real estate sector was one of the sectors that shrunk, declining from N927.32billion to N920.49billion.
The professional, scientific and technical services sector fell from N560.47billion to N525.94billion; administrative and support services grew from N3.39billion to N3.54billion; public administration also grew from N283.59billion to N375.59billion, but education fell from N333.06billion to N231.85billion.
While the other services sector declined from N702.74billion to N473.72billion, the human health and social services sector increased from N126.01billion to N131.28billion.
In a statement addressing the general GDP, the Founder/Chief Executive Officer, Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise, Dr Muda Yusuf, disclosed that productivity and competitiveness issues had continued to negatively impact performance across sectors of the economy.
He stated that the general operating environment of the nation was also very challenging for most investors, with SMEs particularly more vulnerable to prevailing macroeconomic shocks, resulting in high mortality rate for small businesses.
He said, “Many businesses are struggling to cope with the numerous challenges and shocks to the economy. On the welfare front, the citizens are also experiencing serious economic hardship as a result of the galloping inflation and the impact on purchasing power.”

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HoS Hails Fubara Over Provision of Accommodation for Permanent Secretaries

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2 days ago

February 2, 2026

The Tide

The Head of Service (HoS) of Rivers State, Dr. Mrs. Inyingi S. I. Brown, has commended Governor Sir Siminalayi Fubara, GSSRS, for approving befitting accommodation for Permanent Secretaries in the state.

This commendation was contained in a press release made available to newsmen in Port Harcourt.

According to the Head of Service, Governor Fubara has continued to demonstrate uncommon commitment to the welfare of civil servants in Rivers State, stressing that such gestures underscore his people-oriented leadership style. She urged civil servants across the state to remain supportive of the governor’s administration in order to sustain good governance and effective public service delivery.

Speaking on behalf of the Body of Permanent Secretaries, Dr. Brown congratulated Governor Fubara on the occasion of his 51st birthday, describing him as “a Governor who leads by serving.”

She further praised the governor’s service-driven and people-centred leadership approach, noting that it has significantly contributed to institutional stability and improved efficiency within the state’s public service. Special appreciation was expressed for the approval of a befitting accommodation complex for Permanent Secretaries, which she said reflects the governor’s commitment to staff welfare and enhanced productivity.

As part of activities to mark the governor’s birthday, the Body of Permanent Secretaries announced the sponsorship of 329 Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) forms for indigent students across the state.

A breakdown of the initiative shows that 319 forms will be distributed across the 319 political wards in Rivers State, while five forms are allocated to non-indigenes and five forms to persons living with disabilities.

Interested applicants are advised to contact the Office of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, for further details.

The Body of Permanent Secretaries wished Governor Fubara continued good health, divine wisdom, and greater accomplishments in his service to the people of Rivers State.

By John Bibor

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Allegation of Disrespect to President Tinubu Unfounded — Rivers Government

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3 days ago

February 2, 2026

The Tide

The attention of the Rivers State Government has been drawn to a statement credited to an acclaimed Rivers State chapter of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), purportedly authored by one Bestman Innocent Amadi, alleging that the Governor of Rivers State, His Excellency Sir Siminalayi Fubara, GSSRS, removed the official portrait of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, from the Government House, Port Harcourt.

For the avoidance of doubt, the Rivers State Government wishes to categorically state that there is no policy, directive, or intention on the part of the government or the Governor that disrespects the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria or undermines the authority of the Federal Government.

On the contrary, the Rivers State Government, under the leadership of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, currently enjoys a robust, cordial, and collaborative relationship with the Federal Government, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and the Renewed Hope Agenda—a partnership that is already yielding positive and tangible benefits for the people of Rivers State.

Consequently, the insinuation that the Governor acted out of “ingratitude” or “disrespect” is misleading, irresponsible, inflammatory, and entirely unsupported by verifiable facts, and should therefore be disregarded by the public.

It is regrettable that a body expected to promote youth unity, peace, and responsible engagement would resort to incendiary language, personal attacks, and unsubstantiated claims capable of overheating the polity at a time when Rivers State requires calm, dialogue, and mature leadership.

The Rivers State Government therefore calls on well-meaning members of the public, particularly its esteemed and hardworking youths, to disregard and dissociate themselves from individuals or groups bent on advancing divisive rhetoric and falsehoods for political purposes.

Rivers State belongs to all of us. Political differences must never be allowed to override truth, civility, peace, and the collective pursuit of progress.

Members of the public are further urged to remain vigilant and avoid lending credence to inflammatory statements or the activities of fifth columnists pursuing dubious agendas aimed at sowing discord.

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Rivers Government Dismisses Allegations of Disrespect to President Tinubu

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3 days ago

February 2, 2026

The Tide

The Rivers State Government has dismissed as unfounded and misleading allegations that Governor Sir Siminalayi Fubara removed the official portrait of President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu from the Government House in Port Harcourt.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, the state government reacted to claims credited to an acclaimed Rivers State chapter of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), describing the allegation as false, irresponsible, and unsupported by any verifiable facts.

The government clarified that it has no policy, directive, or intention that disrespects the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria or undermines the authority of the Federal Government. It emphasized that Governor Fubara maintains a cordial, respectful, and collaborative relationship with President Tinubu and the Federal Government.

According to the statement, the relationship between Rivers State and the Federal Government has grown stronger under the Renewed Hope Agenda, with tangible benefits and positive impacts already being felt by residents of the state.

The Rivers State Government described insinuations that the governor acted out of “ingratitude” or “disrespect” as deliberately provocative, noting that such claims are capable of misleading the public and unnecessarily heating up the polity.

It further expressed concern that an organization expected to promote youth unity and peace would engage in what it termed incendiary language, personal attacks, and unsubstantiated accusations at a time when the state requires calm, dialogue, and responsible leadership.

The government called on well-meaning members of the public, especially the youths of Rivers State, to disregard the claims and dissociate themselves from individuals or groups spreading divisive rhetoric and falsehoods for political purposes.

Reaffirming its commitment to peace, unity, and progress, the state government stressed that political differences must never be allowed to override truth, civility, and the collective interest of the people.

Members of the public were also urged to remain vigilant and not give attention to inflammatory statements or individuals described as fifth columnists bent on causing division within the state.