June 12
Nigeria: 2027 - Tinubu Set for Strong North-West Support, Says Matawalle
Vanguard
The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammad Matawalle, has expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu remains politically strong in the North-West and is well… Read more »
Nigeria: INEC Fixes Date for Primaries in New Delta Constituencies
Vanguard
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has fixed June 16 to June 25, 2026, for political parties to conduct primaries in the newly created constituencies in Delta… Read more »
Nigeria: Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today, June 12, 2026
Vanguard
The Nigerian naira traded within a relatively stable range against the United States dollar on Friday, June 12, 2026, across both the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market… Read more »
Rwanda: Why Nshobozwa, Robeyns Missed Out On National Team Roster
New Times
William Robeyns and Jean-Jacques Wilson Nshobozwabyosenumukiza are among the notable absentees from the national basketball team roster for the upcoming second window of the FIBA… Read more »
Nigeria: Fourth Edition of Prime Atlantic Squash Tourney Gets June 22 Date
This Day
The Lagos State Squash Association says all is set for the 4th edition of the Prime Atlantic Squash Tournament scheduled to hold from June 22 to June 27 at the Teslim Balogun… Read more »
Kenya: Dr. Chris Kirubi - a Legacy That Continues to Shape Generations [opinion]
Capital FM
Five years on, Dr Chris Kirubi's legacy continues to inspire and shape lives across generations. Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Wraps Up Nordic Visits With Call for Greater Diaspora Investment [press release]
Capital FM
President William Ruto concluded his visit to three European nations by encouraging the Kenyan diaspora to support and invest in the transformative programmes the government is… Read more »
Africa: 'Governance - the Role of Media in Strengthening Democratic Processes, Electoral Integrity, and Accountable Governance Across the Continent'
African Union
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South Africa: Ethekwini Tourism Sector Rebounds As Visitor Numbers Rise
SAnews.gov.za
With its year-round warm weather, golden beaches and rich cultural heritage, eThekwini continues to strengthen its position as a leading tourism destination, attracting growing… Read more »
Kenya: A Legacy That Lives On - Remembering Dr. Chris Kirubi Five Years Later
Capital FM
Five years on, Dr Chris Kirubi's legacy continues to inspire and shape lives across generations. Read more »
Kenya: EU, Equity Foundation to Send 100 Scholars to EU Universities Annually
Capital FM
The European Union and Equity Group Foundation (EGF) have signed a partnership agreement that will see 100 top-performing Kenyan and regional scholars secure opportunities to… Read more »
Nigeria: Super Eagles Retain Status Quo As Argentina Leapfrog France to Number 1
This Day
Nigeria's Super Eagles maintain their position as the third-highest-ranked team in Africa and 26th in the world in the latest FIFA ranking released barely hours to the kickoff of… Read more »
Nigeria: Reading Tony Elumelu - Beyond Wealth and the Human Condition
This Day
Writing about Tony Elumelu has always felt, to me, like a private reckoning disguised as public prose. I do not approach his story as a distant chronicler might, armed with sterile… Read more »
Nigeria: June 12 and Travails of Nigeria's Democracy
This Day
June 12, 1993 is etched in our collective psyche because the freest and fairest presidential election in Nigeria's political annals took place on that date. International and local… Read more »
Nigeria: Jotun in Nigeria Unveils Flagship Inspiration Centre to Boost Industry Collaboration, Technical Capacity
This Day
Jotun Paints, a global leader in decorative and protective coatings, has launched a state-of-the-art flagship Inspiration Centre in Lagos, a purpose-built space designed to… Read more »
Nigeria: Beijing and Chongqing - China's Cities of Memory and Green Dreams
This Day
Iyobosa Uwugiaren, who recently returned from China after a three-month seminar, writes on how the Great Wall, the National Museum of China, the Temple of Heaven, and the rise of… Read more »
Nigeria: NDC Primaries and the Aftermath
This Day
Kalu OKORONKWO argues that the NWC bears responsibility for ensuring that primaries are conducted in accordance with party rules Read more »
Nigeria: SAHCO Set for Stronger Trade Relationship With UAE, Others
This Day
Skyway Aviation Handling Company Plc (SAHCO) has expressed its willingness to strengthen trade facilitation between Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Read more »
Nigeria: Firm Launches Maiden Impact Report
This Day
HabariPay Limited, the fintech subsidiary of Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc has unveiled its maiden HabariPay Impact Report 2025, in its bid to provide stakeholders with a… Read more »
Nigeria: FAAN Launches Programme to Showcase Aviation Transformation
This Day
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) is set to premiere 'FAAN IN FOCUS', a new 30-minute weekly television programme designed to keep Nigerians and the international… Read more »
Nigeria: United Nigeria Airlines Celebrates Democracy Day
This Day
Rising domestic carrier, United Nigeria Airlines, has joined the nation in commemorating June 12, Nigeria's official Democracy Day by supporting Kalakiri, the latest Nigerian movie… Read more »
Nigeria: 'Arridex's 3d Manufacturing Bold Move Towards Nigeria Industrial Innovation'
This Day
The Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has described the Arridex Group's multi-technology industrial 3D manufacturing facility as a bold steps towards industrial… Read more »
Nigeria: Fidelity Bank Reaffirms Support for Msmes, Explains Growth Agenda
This Day
Fidelity Bank Plc, has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing the growth and sustainability of Micro, Small and Medium-scale Enterprises (MSMEs), positioning itself as a trusted… Read more »
Nigeria: NSIB - Critical Evidence Retrieved in Warri-Itakpe Train Derailment Investigation
This Day
The investigation by the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) in the train derailment that occurred along the Warri-Itakpe rail corridor on Monday has progressed with the… Read more »
Nigeria: Addressing Cost of Airline Operations in Nigeria
This Day
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has again identified Nigeria as one of the most expensive countries in the world to operate airline business, citing high… Read more »
