September 19, 2023
Nigeria: Japa Syndrome and Nigeria's Ailing Healthcare Delivery
The state of healthcare delivery in Nigeria stands at a critical juncture. The prognosis is bleak. Read more »
Nigeria: Transparency Initiative U.S.$9.85 Billion Debts Owed to Govt By Oil Firms, Others
The House of Representatives ad-hoc committee investigating crude oil theft and loss of revenues from oil and gas companies has again insisted that agencies and other stakeholders… Read more »
Africa: President Tinubu Seeks Reform of Global Finance Bodies in Africa's Interest
President Bola Tinubu yesterday sought the reform of the global finance bodies in Africa's interest as he engaged in bilateral discussion with South African president, Cyril… Read more »
Nigeria: Airport Relocation - FAAN Approves Partial Reopening of Shut Lagos Terminal
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), on Monday, approved the partial reopening of part of the old Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), terminal to compliment… Read more »
September 18, 2023
Nigeria: Federal Govt, Labour Meeting Resumes As NLC Laments 'Insincerity'
The resumed meeting between the Federal Government and the leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) on move to avert the impending indefinite strike action by the organised… Read more »
Nigeria: Federal Govt Welcomes Egyptian Civil Aviation Investment Offer to Nigeria
The federal government has welcomed the services and Investment interest offered and declared by the Egyptian Civil Aviation Authority. Read more »
West Africa: 57 Checkpoints Along Badagry-Seme Expressway Frustrating Intra-African Trade - ECOWAS
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission, over the weekend, said over 57 checkpoints on the Badagry-Seme expressway of the Lagos- Abidjan corridor are… Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu to Ring Nasdaq Closing Bell Wednesday
President Bola Tinubu will ring the closing bell of NASDAQ in New York, United States as part of proceedings at the Executive Business Dialogue organised by United States Chamber… Read more »
Nigeria: Federal Govt, Labour Meet Today Over Planned Indefinite Strike
The federal government has again invited the leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) for talks over its planned indefinite strike. Read more »
Nigeria: Averted Air Crash - Adeleke Alleges Sabotage As NCAA Assures Safety
Osun State government has confirmed the exclusive news report by LEADERSHIP on an averted plane crash involving a private jet owned by billionaire businessman, Chief Adedeji… Read more »
September 17, 2023
Nigeria: Nigerian Airlines Lack Govt Support - Onyema
Chief executive officer of Air Peace, Allen Onyema, has lamented lack of government support for Nigerian airlines, even as he bemoaned what he called preferential treatment for… Read more »
Nigeria: Oil Firms Consider Remote Monitoring Tools for Pipeline Protection
Key oil and gas experts are gathering in Italy to brainstorm on a number of options to support drive towards securing oil pipelines and improve transportation of oil and gas… Read more »
September 15, 2023
Nigeria: Nigeria Has No Business With Poverty - Tinubu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said yesterday that neither Rivers State nor Nigeria has any business being associated with poverty, insecurity or under-development. Read more »
September 12, 2023
Nigeria: Subsidy Removal - Zulum Unveils 70 Buses for Metro Transport, Civil Servants
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Nigeria: Death Toll in Niger Boat Mishap Rises to 30 - Agency
The Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA) yesterday said the death toll from Sunday's boat mishap in Mokwa local government area had risen to 30 from 24. Read more »
Nigeria: 11 Die, 10 Missing in Another Adamawa Boat Mishap
Eleven persons have died in another boat disaster in Gurin Fufore local government area of Adamawa State. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria-UAE Deal - Experts Predict Rise in Foreign Investments, Revenue Boost
Experts in country have expressed optimism that the new Nigeria-UAE deal facilitated by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will boost the nation's foreign investments and revenue… Read more »
September 11, 2023
Nigeria: Air Force to Acquire 2 Aircraft for Crude Oil Theft War
Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has disclosed plans to acquire two aircraft to combat crude oil theft in the country. Read more »
Nigeria: 40 Rescued, 36 Die in Niger, Adamawa Boat Mishaps
Another fatal boat accident has claimed 26 lives in Mokwa local government area of Niger State. Read more »
August 23, 2023
Nigeria: Budget Minister Promises Strict Project Monitoring, Evaluation Mechanisms
Minister of Budget and Economic Planning Atiku Bagudu has said his agenda for office would be anchored on President Bola Tinubu's 'Renewed Hope' agenda for sustainable economic… Read more »
August 25, 2023
Nigeria: 5.3m Prepaid Meters Risk Crashing Over Software Expiration
Electricity consumers nation-wide are faced with possible dilemma and risk of not being able to energise their pre-paid meters after the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission… Read more »
August 20, 2023
Nigeria: Stop Nigeria Air Project Now, Expert Writes Tinubu
As the Ethiopian Airlines prepares for the commercial operation of Nigeria Air, an Aviation Expert, Capt Benson Ikponmwosa, has called on President Bola Tinubu, to halt the… Read more »
August 24, 2023
Nigeria: Petrol Stations Ration Fuel As Marketers Shun Importation
Most filling stations across the country are currently rationing Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly known as petrol as fuel marketers have shunned importation, LEADERSHIP can… Read more »
Nigeria: One Year After Import Ban, Local SIM-Card Market Value Hits N55bn
Local SIM-cards manufacturing market now valued at N55 billion, after one year of ban on importation of whole body SIM cards in the ICT sector, the Nigerian Communications… Read more »
Nigeria: Updated - 2 Dead, 37 Rescued in Abuja Building Collapse
Two persons have been confirmed dead and 37 others were rescued from the rubbles of a two-storey building that collapsed on Lagos Street, opposite the Garki police station, Garki… Read more »