September 19
Uganda: Uganda to Export Milk, Coffee to Nigeria
Nile Post
Uganda is set to start exporting coffee and milk to Uganda. Read more »
Nigeria: Gunshots As EFCC Storms Kogi Lodge At Night - Yahaya Bello Resists Arrest
Vanguard
N80.2bn laundering scandal takes dramatic turn as Bello vs EFCC standoff intensifies Read more »
West Africa: Protecting Nigeria's Economy From Electricity Theft
Leadership
At a time when Nigeria is working to relaunch its economy, particularly in the face of continuous challenges, the country's electricity industry is at a crossroads. Now widespread… Read more »
Nigeria: FCT, Rivers, Delta Get New Police Commissioners
Premium Times
Mr Egbetokun said the postings were done to strategically reposition the Nigerian Police Force and ensure the maximum utilisation of human resources available to it. Read more »
Nigeria: We Won't Force Igbo to Resign From Nigerian Army - IPOB
Vanguard
The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPoB, has said that it has no intention to force Igbo people to resign from the Nigerian Army and other security agencies. Read more »
Nigeria: Coca-Cola to Provide Economic Boost Via $1bn Investment in Nigeria [press release]
Premium Times
The US $1 billion investment will support job creation across the value chain Read more »
Nigeria: Maiduguri Flood - Zamfara Govt Donates N100m to Victims, Sympathises With Borno Govt
Premium Times
On Thursday, Mr Lawal sent a delegation led by Abubakar Nakwada, the Secretary to the Zamfara State Government to Maiduguri to convey his sympathy with the government and people of… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria, AfDB to Collaborate in Food Security, Sustainable Economic Growth
This Day
The federal government and the African Development Bank (AfDB) have commenced discussions on areas of collaboration, including initiatives to strengthen food security, the Special… Read more »
Nigeria: INEC Releases Regulations, Guidelines for Recall of Lawmakers
Leadership
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the revised regulations and guidelines for the recall of members of the National and State Assemblies as well as… Read more »
Nigeria: NAFDAC Destroys N43bn Worth of Substandard Products in Oyo
Leadership
The National Agency for Food, Drugs Administration, and Control (NAFDAC), on Thursday, destroyed substandard products valued at N43 billion in Ibadan, Oyo State. Read more »
Nigeria: NEMA, Borno Govt, Others Set Up Joint Flood Committee, Continue Search Operations
Premium Times
A NEMA official said the committee would address the impacts of the floods in Borno State while search and rescue operations continued in the state. Read more »
Nigeria: Fight With Courage to Defend Nigeria, Air Chief Tells Graduating NDA Cadets
This Day
The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, has tasked graduating cadets of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) to be ready to meet the high expectations of the… Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Pledges Business-Friendly Reforms As Coca-Cola Commits $1bn Investment in Nigeria
Leadership
President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his administration's commitment to creating a robust financial system and a business-friendly economy that will attract more foreign direct… Read more »
Nigeria: Unicef Tasks North-West States On Increased Funding for Early Childhood Education
Leadership
The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has asked states in the North-West region to increase funding for Early Child Care Development Education (ECCDE). Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Inches Close to Cabinet Reshuffle As Livestock Reforms Committee Submits Report
Leadership
As President Bola Tinubu gets set to create a new Ministry of Livestock Development and possible cabinet reshuffle, the Livestock Reforms Committee has submitted a comprehensive… Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Hails Religious Bodies for Promoting Peace, Tolerance
Leadership
President Bola Tinubu has commended religious bodies in the country for their roles in promoting peace and tolerance, and reiterates the commitment of his Renewed Hope Agenda to… Read more »
Nigeria: Maiduguri Flood - Displaced Persons Return Home As Water Recedes
Daily Trust
Many people displaced by Alau Dam flood in Maiduguri have started leaving camps for their respective homes as the water receded in many areas of the city. Read more »
Nigeria: 1.6 Million People Affected, 634,000 Displaced By Flood - NEMA
Daily Trust
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) says about 1.6 million people have been affected by flooding in Nigeria between April and September 2024. Read more »
Nigeria: Joke Silva Seeks Eradication of Sexual Harassment in Film Industry
Premium Times
"The importance of women in the film industry is paramount to shaping our nation, so we need a safe and conducive environment to thrive". Read more »
Nigeria: 2024 BET Hip Hop Awards - Odumodublvck, Burna Boy Bag Nominations
Premium Times
Burna Boy and Odumodublvck are the only Nigerian artistes nominated for the coveted awards. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Skips UN Assembly to Focus On Domestic Issues - Presidency
Leadership
President Bola Tinubu will not attend the 79th United Nations General Assembly session in New York this year and has directed Vice President Kashim Shettima to lead Nigeria's… Read more »
Nigeria: Neco Releases 2024 SSCE Results, Records 60.6 Percent Pass
Premium Times
NECO said a total of 828,284 representing 60.55 per cent of the 1,367,736 candidates who sat the examination, had at least credits in five subjects including English Language and… Read more »
Nigeria: Naira Depreciates to N1,645/$ in Parallel Market
Vanguard
The Naira yesterday depreciated to N1,645 per dollar from N1,640 per dollar on Tuesday. Read more »
Nigeria: Nitra - Stakeholders Give Imperatives for Ai Adoption in Nigeria
This Day
Nigeria, Africa's largest economy, is rapidly transitioning into a knowledge-based economy with the prospects of adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI), which is an enabler of… Read more »
Nigeria: Jaiz Wins 2024 Global Most Promising Islamic Bank Award
Daily Trust
Jaiz Bank, Nigeria's pioneer Non-Interest Bank, has emerged the global Most Promising Islamic Bank in 2024. Read more »