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As we join the rest of the world to mark Workers’ Day, we’re taking a moment to celebrate our own people, the Humans behind Dataphyte We’re proud of this team. A group of dedicated, thoughtful, and hardworking individuals who show up every day and give their best. Each of you brings something unique, and that’s what makes this place what it is. Looking back, there’s so much to be proud of, the work we’ve done, the stories we’ve told, and the impact we’ve made together. Let today be a moment to slow down and appreciate the fruits of your labour. Spend meaningful time with family and friends, rest deeply, and embrace the fullness of the moment. Happy Workers’ Day.

Following the enactment of the 2024 minimum wage law, which raised workers’ pay from ₦30,000 to ₦70,000, some states have set wages above the new benchmark, while others are paying exactly the minimum. Beyond official announcements by state governors, we want to hear from you: has the new minimum wage been implemented where you work? Share your experience in the comments. #WorkersDay #MayDay #Nigeria #MinimumWage #Labour @ilo @NLCHeadquarters

Follow Dataphyte Insight #ElectionWatch2027 for more data-driven analysis ahead of the 2027 general elections. #2027Election

Since Nigeria returned to democratic rule in 1999, election costs have risen sharply from ₦32 billion in 1999 to over ₦355 billion in 2023. Ahead of 2027, the Independent National Electoral Commission has proposed ₦873.78 billion for the next general elections, a 145% increase from 2023. A review by Dataphyte shows that over ₦900 billion has already been spent across seven election cycles since 1999. Read the article: dataphyte.com/topic/election…

₦68.32 trillion. That is the size of Nigeria’s 2026 budget. But what does it really prioritize? With ₦32.2 trillion for capital projects, ₦15.8 trillion for debt servicing, and ₦15.4 trillion for recurrent spending, the numbers tell a story of ambition, obligation, and tough trade-offs. From ₦5.41 trillion on security to ₦2.48 trillion on health, where will the real impact be felt? And more importantly are these allocations shaping the Nigeria we need, or just sustaining the one we have?

In Ondo State, Governor Orimisan Aiyedatiwa (LuckyAiyedatiwa) of Ondo State approved N524.41 billion for 2026 while in Ogun State, Governor Dapo Abiodun (@DapoAbiodunCON) has approved a fiscal budget of over ₦1.67 trillion for 2026. The question remains: will this budget drive meaningful development across the states? #2026Budget #2026StateBudget #Ogun #Ondo

In 2022, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) set up a committee to investigate accidental airstrikes affecting civilians. Years later, at least six more incidents have been reported, yet no findings from the committee have been made public. Read more: dataphyte.com/topic/security… #NigeriaSecurity #Airstrike #Borno

Between 2017 and March 2026, at least 17 accidental airstrike incidents have been recorded across northern Nigeria, resulting in over 300 civilian deaths, according to Dataphyte analysis. Read more: dataphyte.com/topic/security… #NigeriaSecurity #Airstrike #bornovatraveſti @HQNigerianArmy @NigAirForce @cislacnigeria

Global oil prices have surged amid the ongoing conflict between the US/Israel, and Iran, with Brent crude rising above $119 per barrel, one of the highest levels in recent times, driven by supply disruptions and geopolitical tensions. Read more: dataphyte.com/topic/geo-poli… #GlobalEnergy #FuelCrisis #Geopolitics @IEA @OPECSecretariat @WorldBankGroup

Happy birthday, Paul Oluwatosin Akinwumi 🎉 Your work in data, innovation, and systems design continues to drive impactful, data-driven solutions and more inclusive ecosystems. Wishing you a year of bold ideas, growth, and measurable impact. @iam_wilcox

“Certificate dey hand… but work nko?” Many young Nigerians are trained every year, but how many actually secure jobs? Join Lucy Chikodili Okonkwo, Dataphyte’s Lead, Models & Metrics, as she unpacks the disconnect between empowerment programmes and actual employment outcomes, using data-driven insights to examine what is working, what is not, and what needs to change. 🗓 Tomorrow, April 17, 2026 ⏰ 8:45 AM (WAT) 📻 Nigeria Info FM Tune in and be part of the conversation. @accountlabng @NigeriainfoFM

In Kebbi State, Governor Nasir Idris (@NasiridrisKG) has approved a fiscal budget of over ₦642.93 billion for 2026, up from ₦580.32 billion in 2025. With more than ₦100 billion added to the previous allocation, the question remains: will this increase drive meaningful development across the state?

In Imo State, Hope Uzodimma (@Hope_Uzodimma1) has approved a fiscal budget of over ₦1.47trillion for 2026, up from ₦807.09 billion in 2025. With more than ₦200 billion added to the previous allocation, the question remains: will this increase drive meaningful development across the state?

Five African countries accounted for the largest numbers of enslaved people exported between 1400 and 1900: Angola (3.6 million), Nigeria (2.0 million), Ghana (1.6 million), Ethiopia (1.4 million), and Mali (1.0 million), highlighting the scale and regional concentration of the trade. Read more: dataphyte.com/topic/geo-poli… #SlaveTrade #AfricanHistory #HumanRights @UNHumanRights @_AfricanUnion @UNESCO

Nigeria’s capital inflow structure is tilted toward short-term investment. With interest rates around 26.75%, foreign portfolio flows are concentrated in Treasury bills and sovereign debt, with the banking sector absorbing about 59% of inflows. As a result, the gains are largely financial, with limited spillovers into job creation, wages, and real-sector output. dataphyte.com/issue/marina-m…

Nearly 18 million Africans were trafficked across four slave trade systems between 1500 and 1800, with more than 12 million forcibly transported across the Atlantic alone, making it one of the largest forced migrations in history. Read more: dataphyte.com/topic/geo-poli… #SlaveTrade #AfricanHistory #HumanRights @UNHumanRights @_AfricanUnion @UNESCO

In Yobe State, Governor Mala Buni (@MalaBuni) has approved a fiscal budget of over ₦515.5billion for 2026, while Governor Dauda Lawal (@daudalawal_) of Zamfara State approved N871.3billion for 2026 The question remains: will this budget drive meaningful development across the states? #2026Budget #2026StateBudget #Yobe #Zamfara

Nigeria’s capital importation rose 7% quarter-on-quarter in Q4 2025 and 88% year-on-year, but inflows remain heavily skewed. Portfolio investment accounts for 85% of total inflows, while FDI contributes just 5%. This structure signals liquidity gains in financial markets, with limited transmission to production or long-term growth. Read more: dataphyte.com/issue/marina-m… #NigeriaEconomy #CapitalFlows #FDI @NBS_Nigeria @cenbank @WorldBankGroup

In Sokoto State, Governor Ahmad Aliyu (@Ahmedaliyuskt) has approved a fiscal budget of over ₦758.70billion for 2026, while Governor Agbu Kefas (@GovAgbuKefas) of Taraba State approved N653,63billion for 2026 The question remains: will this budget drive meaningful development across the states? #2026Budget #2026StateBudget #Sokoto #Taraba

Press Release: LASUTH Claims Late Journalist’s Body Could not be Identified as DNA Samples were Destroyed Read more: dataphyte.com/topic/press-re… #EndSars