January 13
Nigeria: 'Many FCT Monarchs Not Upgraded for 29 Years'
Daily Trust
The Agabe of Ugbada-Gwargwada Chiefdom in the Kuje Area Council of the FCT, Alhaji Hussaini Agabi Mam, has expressed concern over the government's failure to upgrade traditional… Read more »
Nigeria: Fire Guts Apartment, Destroys Valuables in FCT Community
Daily Trust
Fire gutted an apartment and destroyed valuables in the Bako community of Kwali Area Council in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Read more »
Nigeria: Wike Not Properly Briefed Before Demolishing Natives' Houses in FCT - Garki Chief
Daily Trust
The Sapeyi of Garki Chiefdom in the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), HRH Alhaji Usman Ngakupi, has stated that officials of the FCT Department of Development Control did not… Read more »
Nigeria: How Pesticides Are Fueling Poverty in Nigeria
Daily Trust
In early January 2026, a popular Nigerian television host opened a morning programme with a startling personal disclosure. Read more »
Nigeria: Drug Test for Public Servants, Political Office Holders
Daily Trust
On December 22, 2025, the federal government announced the introduction of mandatory pre-employment drug test for all prospective applicants into the public service. The policy,… Read more »
Nigeria: 2 Rivers Lawmakers Withdraw From Fubara's Impeachment
Daily Trust
Two members of the Rivers State House of Assembly have withdrawn their support for the impeachment notice served on Governor Siminalayi Fubara, barely 24 hours after the Minister… Read more »
Nigeria: 'Why December Inflation May Rise'
Daily Trust
Nigeria's December 2025 inflation figure, scheduled for release by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) this Thursday, is expected to record an uptick, the Bureau has revealed. Read more »
Nigeria: Efforts to Revive Abuja-Kaduna Train Service - Progress, Promises and Struggles
Daily Trust
The scene at Idu Train Station in Abuja reflects an institution actively working to recover from a challenging year marked by a major derailment in August 2025. Read more »
Nigeria: Alternative Bank Eyes 500 Branches Nationwide
Daily Trust
The Alternative Bank (AltBank) says plans are underway to scale up its footprint across the country from 130 locations to 500, adding that the move was to intensify financial… Read more »
Nigeria: Stakeholders Upbeat Over Ma'am Energy's Takeover of Geregu Power
Daily Trust
Stakeholders in the Nigerian capital market have expressed optimism over the acquisition of majority shareholding in Geregu Power Plc by MA'AM Energy Limited, saying the… Read more »
Nigeria: Defection Rumour - Police Deploy Security At Kano Govt House
Daily Trust
Heavy security was deployed at the Kano State Government House on Monday amid reports of a planned defection by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. Read more »
Nigeria: REA Budgets N8.75bn Projects in Md, Power Minister's States
Daily Trust
The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) is planning to spend N8.75bnbn worth of solar projects across communities in Kano and Oyo States. Read more »
Nigeria: 2026 - FCTA to Spend 73 Percent of Budget in Maitama
Daily Trust
The Federal Capital Territory Authority (FCTA) is planning on spending 73 per cent of its entire 2026 budget in Maitama, a highbrow area of the nation's seat of power. Read more »
Nigeria: Katsina - Fresh Attacks Amid Bandits' Release Plan
Daily Trust
Katsina State has recorded fresh attacks on civilians even as the government prepares to initiate the release of many bandits held in custody as part of community-driven peace… Read more »
Nigeria: Flashback 1999 - Transition to Civil Rule
Daily Trust
General Abdulsalami Abubakar faced two major challenges when he took over as Nigeria's head of state in June 1998, following the sudden death of General Sani Abacha. Read more »
Uganda: Allan Okello Set for Medical Ahead of Shs2bn Move to Young Africans
Nile Post
Former KCCA, Paradou and Vipers playmaker Allan Okello is set to undergo a medical examination today ahead of a big-money transfer to Tanzania Premier League giants Young Africans… Read more »
Uganda: Okello Bids Emotional Farewell to Vipers Fans After Completing Yanga Move
Nile Post
Allan Okello has penned an emotional farewell message to Vipers fans following his move to Tanzanian heavyweights Young Africans (Yanga), bringing to a close a successful… Read more »
Uganda: South Africa's Netflix Star Thapelo Mokoena to Visit Uganda in February
Nile Post
South African actor, filmmaker and entrepreneur Thapelo Mokoena is set to visit Uganda from February 12 to 16, 2026, as part of the Ikon Film and Television Awards 2026 roadmap,… Read more »
Uganda: Nakalema Assures Investors, Media of Stability Ahead of Elections
Nile Post
The Head of the State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU), Col. Edith Nakalema, has assured investors, the media and the private sector that Uganda will remain stable and fully… Read more »
Uganda: We Are Heading Into an Election, Not a War,Nalweyiso Calls for Calm Ahead of Thursday's Polls
Nile Post
The highest-ranking female officer in the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) and Presidential Adviser on Military Affairs, Lt. Gen. Proscovia Nalweyiso, has reassured Ugandans… Read more »
Uganda: Government, Business Leaders Pledge Continuity of Essential Services During Elections
Nile Post
Government ministries, departments and agencies, together with private sector leaders, have pledged that essential services and economic activities will continue uninterrupted… Read more »
Uganda: Next Media Flags Off 146 Journalists for Nationwide Coverage of Uganda's 2026 Elections
Nile Post
With only two days to go before Uganda's general elections, Next Media Services has flagged off 146 journalists to ensure uninterrupted and credible coverage of the electoral… Read more »
Uganda: EC Declares End of Campaigns Ahead of Polling Day
Nile Post
The Electoral Commission (EC) Chairperson, Justice Simon Byabakama, has announced a strict halt to all campaign activities ahead of the polling day, warning candidates, supporters,… Read more »
Uganda: Byabakama Outlines Polling Day Rules for Agents and Voter Assistance
Nile Post
The Electoral Commission has clarified rules for candidate agents and citizens assisting voters ahead of Thursday's national elections, stressing orderly conduct and strict… Read more »
Uganda: Police Arrest 80 Suspects in Early Morning Crime Crackdown in Kampala
Nile Post
Kampala police carried out a major early morning operation on Tuesday, arresting 80 suspects in a bid to curb criminal activities across the city. Read more »
