January 24
Nigeria: Nigerian Youth Ready to Learn, Compete Globally - Tinubu
President Tinubu said his administration will strongly support public-private partnerships aimed at creating dignified work and employment opportunities for Nigerian youth. Read more »
Nigeria: Attacks Continue in Plateau Community Despite Curfew
Caleb Mutfwang, the state governor, imposed the curfew after fatal violence occurred in the local council on Tuesday. Read more »
Nigeria: Sanwo-Olu Abandons Work, Secretly Attends Multi-Billion Naira Party in Grenada
Mr Sanwo-Olu and other participants alternated between Calivigny Island and Silversand Grenada, an exotic five-year-old seven-star luxury resort located in Grand Anse beach. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Travels to France
The trip will be President Tinubu's second to France since he assumed office in May 2023. Read more »
Nigeria: Governor Aiyedatiwa Dissolves Cabinet
All the affected officials are directed to hand over all government properties in their possession, the governor's spokesman said. Read more »
Nigeria: Soludo Reinstates Monarch Suspended for Conferring Chieftaincy Title On Senator
The reinstatement came days after many groups and individuals criticised the governor for suspending the monarch. Read more »
Nigeria: Kano Politician Remanded Over Speculated Planned Reinstatement of Sanusi As Emir
Mr Mustapha says Kano would be made ungovernable if the new NNPP administration tampers with its existing emirate structure. Read more »
Nigeria: What Nigeria Must Do to Address Insecurity, Economic Challenges - U.S.
"The United States is determined to be and remain a strong security partner for Nigeria," he said. Read more »
January 23
Nigeria: Govt to Rehabilitate Rescued Abuja Kidnapped Victims - Minister
"The ministry will closely monitor their recovery and will be there for them immediately they leave this facility and commence full rehabilitation, which includes the engagement of… Read more »
Nigeria: More Confusion in Plateau Assembly As Speaker Recognises Only Eight Lawmakers
"I have a court injunction to recognise only 8 members," the Plateau speaker said. Read more »
Nigeria: We're Committed to Addressing Concerns of South-South Region - Tinubu Tells Traditional Rulers
President Tinubu said his administration is working to revive the economy from the damage of several years. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Meets U.S. Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, On African Tour
Mr Blinken begins his fourth African trip this week, with visits to Cabo Verde, Cote d'Ivoire, Nigeria, and Angola. Read more »
Nigeria: Ibadan Explosion - Culprits Will Face Justice, Succour for Victims Underway - Govt
"Let me assure the people of Oyo State that there will be full disclosure of the report of investigations and those found culpable will be made to face justice whilst mechanisms… Read more »
January 22
Nigeria: Northern Senators Reject Relocation of CBN Offices, FAAN Headquarters to Lagos
"We urge our constituents to remain patient as we diligently explore avenues for dialogues, engage in peaceful negotiations, and deploy legal measures where necessary." Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Extends Student Loan to Skill Programmes Enrollees
PREMIUM TIMES earlier reported that the Executive Secretary of NELFUND, Mr Sawyerr, promised a loan application process with limited human interface. Read more »
Nigeria: Planned Return of Sacked Plateau PDP Lawmakers, Call to Anarchy - APC
APC warned the 16 sacked lawmakers to stay away from the Plateau State House of Assembly Read more »
January 23
Nigeria: CCB Begins Verification of Public Officers' Assets
The CCB's verification exercise is aimed at confirming the genuineness of assets declared by political office holders and other senior civil servants on assumption of office. Read more »
January 22
Nigeria: Student Loan - Nigerian Govt Says Application Process Devoid of Human Interference
The official acknowledged that many students are struggling to pay their fees and that there's a very high dropout rate. Read more »
Nigeria: IPOB - Abia Lawmaker Slams Buhari Over 'Eliminating Kanu' Comments
In a book recently unveiled by his former spokesperson, Femi Adesina, Mr Buhari was quoted as telling Igbo leaders that incarcerating Mr Kanu was a favour done to the IPOB leader… Read more »
Nigeria: Policing Nigeria, the Path Tinubu Must Tread
A new police system that tinkers with the present structure is destined to fail. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Praises Reno Omokri As Politician Defends President On Abuja Insecurity
With Mr Reno lowering his criticism of Mr Tinubu, the tribe of influential critics seems to be thinning out. Read more »
January 21
Nigeria: Lagos Govt Bans Use of Styrofoam, Single-Use Plastics
The ban will help curb the harmful effects of single-use plastics on the environment. Read more »
January 17
Sierra Leone: Sierra Leone's Former President Ernest Koroma Seeks Medical Care In Nigeria
The permission granted Mr Koroma is coming amid rumours that he had agreed to go on exile in Nigeria if all charges against him were dropped. Read more »
January 18
Nigeria: 'Stop Illegal Payment of Ransom to Kidnappers'
Mr Badaru said raising funds to pay a ransom is an illegal act and an action that would further encourage the perpetrators in their nefarious acts Read more »
January 17
Nigeria: Govt Identifies Culprits in Ibadan Explosion, Promises Justice
Death toll rises to three. Read more »