November 18, 2023
Nigeria: 10 Die in Niger Boat Mishap
Niger State authorities said the boat mishap was caused by water hyacinth, strong waves and a grafting tree. Read more »
November 17, 2023
Nigeria: Revamping the National Currency - a Pipe Dream or Achievable Hope?
The first point we would like to stress here is that the exchange rate of a nation's currency cannot be legislated. Read more »
November 16, 2023
Nigeria: Nigeria Can't Rely On Borrowing to Fund 2024 Budget - Finance Minister
Mr Edun said the best way Nigeria could fund its budget was to spend more money on infrastructure to generate more revenue. Read more »
Nigeria: Jubilation As Electricity Company Restores Power in Imo After Two Weeks Blackout
The blackout followed the nationwide strike by organised labour. Read more »
Nigeria: Road Traffic Victims Day - Lagos Records 128 Deaths in 10 Months - FRSC
The FRSC said this at a news conference organised to mark the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims. Read more »
Nigeria: Why We Suspended Nationwide Strike - Labour Unions
The organised labour comprising NLC, TUC, and their affiliates embarked on the nationwide strike on 14 November to protest the brutalisation of NLC president, Joe Ajaero, on 1… Read more »
November 15, 2023
Nigeria: Labour Unions Suspend Workers' Nationwide Strike
The Joint National Executive Council of the two leading labour unions which declared the strike - the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC)… Read more »
Nigeria: Senate Invites NLC, TUC for Meeting, Wants Strike Ended
Members of the labour unions and their affiliates commenced an indefinite national strike on Tuesday. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Labour Congress Lists Six Conditions to Call Off Strike
"Our demands are simple. We want justice," the NLC wrote. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Inflation Hits 27.33% As Food Prices Rise
Food inflation rate quickened to 31.52% in October, the NBS said. Read more »
Nigeria: Old Naira Banknotes to Remain Legal Tender - Central Bank
"Without prejudice, the Central Bank of Nigeria wishes to inform the general public of its desire to extend the legal tender status deadline of the old design of N200, N500 and… Read more »
Nigeria: Kyari Calls for Adaptation to Changing Energy Landscape
Reiterating NNPC Ltd's commitment, Kyari emphasized the company's dedication to embracing exploration, developing renewables... Read more »
November 14, 2023
Nigeria: Saudi Investors to Fix Minna-Bida Road - Governor
The governor said some Saudi Arabian Investors have expressed readiness to invest in the agriculture and road infrastructural projects across the state. Read more »
Nigeria: Aircraft Skids Off Runway At Port Harcourt Airport
There were 67 passengers and five crew members aboard. Read more »
Africa: How Artificial Intelligence Can Shape Primary Healthcare Future in Africa - Experts
AI refers to the development of computer systems or software that can perform tasks that typically require human intelligence. Read more »
Africa: Africa Needs Over $30 Billion Annually to Fill Energy Finance Gap
Nigeria's finance sector lags in adopting non-interest banking, experts say. Read more »
Nigeria: In Mecca, Tinubu Meets Islamic Development Bank Over Nigeria's Infrastructural Needs
President Tinubu, at his meeting with a top IDB official, noted Nigeria's serious infrastructural deficit. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria On Verge of Renewable Energy Revolution - Actor Fabian Lojede
The International Renewable Energy Agency predicts that 60 per cent of Nigeria's energy demand in 2050 can be met through renewable sources. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Environment Not Attractive for Investment - Experts
The experts spoke during a session themed "Corrosive and Constructive Capital Inflow in Africa: Regulatory Framework and Governance Gaps" at the ongoing Media and Development… Read more »
Nigeria: Blackout Looms As Nigerian Electricity Workers Join Labour Unions' Strike
The NUEE members' strike could throw the country into darkness, given the workers' critical roles in electricity distribution in the country. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Unions Call for Nationwide Strike
The NLC had on Monday announced the commencement of the industrial action from midnight of Monday, 13 November, in defiance of a restraining order issued by the National Industrial… Read more »
November 13, 2023
Nigeria: Nigeria to Prioritise Digital Tech, Clean Energy - Shettima
Mr Shettima noted that investments in digital technology, clean energy and other sectors had become a priority as a result of the dwindling fortunes of the oil economy. Read more »
November 14, 2023
Nigeria: Tinubu Moves to Increase Welfare Package, Construction of Houses for Judges
President Tinubu, who said the Nigeria judiciary has evolved, called on judicial officers to live above board at all times. Read more »
November 13, 2023
Nigeria: AGF Reacts As Labour Insists On Strike
The AGF office advised the labour unions against the strike, saying it would amount to disobedience to a court order issued on Friday stopping the planned strike. Read more »
November 14, 2023
Nigeria: NNPC Ltd Speaks On Brand Name, Logo
"We also appeal for consistency and uniformity in the use of the company's brand name which is NNPC Ltd, and not NNPCL or any other variant," Mr Soneye said. Read more »