August 24, 2023
Nigeria: Building Collapses in Abuja, Two People Feared Dead
Aminu Idris, an occupant of the collapsed building, said he had just returned from work to rest when the building fell on him and his brothers. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerians Studying in Niger Future Uncertain As Diplomatic Relationships Between Both Countries Deteriorate
Nigerians studying in Niger Republic say they're uncertain about the future. Read more »
August 23, 2023
Nigeria: Labour Congress Threatens to Pull Out of National Housing Fund
NLC said the federal government has been deducting the 2.5 per cent from the salaries of workers but the FMBN often fails to notify workers of the remittance to their NHF accounts. Read more »
West Africa: ECOWAS - in Need of Help in Niger?
An ECOWAS backed by regional allies, the AU, or the UN would have a better chance of restoring democracy in Niger than doing it alone. Read more »
Nigeria: Suspended Central Bank Governor Graft Case Stalls
The court had, on 17 August, postponed the arraignment of Mr Emefiele on the N6.9 billion fraud charges, citing the ill health of his co-defendant. Read more »
Nigeria: Jigawa Governor Off to Kigali On Six-Day Official Trip
The Speaker, Haruna Aliyu, read the Jigawa governor's letter on the floor of the House on Wednesday. Read more »
Nigeria: APC Appoints New Deputy National Chairman, Fills Vacant Positions in NWC
Ali Dalori replaces Abubakar Kyari, who was recently appointed by President Bola Tinubu as minister of agriculture and food security. Read more »
Nigeria: Lagos Assembly Rejects Six Former Commissioners, Others
The reason for the rejection of the former commissioners was not mentioned in the statement. Read more »
Nigeria: Wike On First Official Assignment, Inspects Rail Transport Project
Mr Wike said transportation is one of the sectors he intends to transform in a short time to improve public transportation in the capital city. Read more »
Nigeria: UNDP Organises Intensive Leadership Retreat for Nigerian Governors
The UNDP says the programme will equip governors with enhanced leadership skills, knowledge, and the mindset for leading others. Read more »
August 22, 2023
Africa: Coup - AU Suspends Niger, Urges All Countries to Boycott Junta
The AU resolved "...to immediately suspend the participation of the Republic of Niger from all activities of the AU." Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Sacks NIMC Chief, Appoints Replacement
Mr Ngelale also announced that the president has appointed a replacement for Mr Aziz. Read more »
August 23, 2023
Nigeria: Muhammad Badaru - From Governor of Northwest's 'Island of Peace' to Defence Minister
Muhammad Badaru was governor of Jigawa State for two consecutive terms from 2015 to 2023 Read more »
August 22, 2023
Nigeria: Toyin Falola, Babawale, Other Scholars Speak On Nigeria's Complexities At Dialogue Session
The event was the first dialogue series organised by the office of the Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Lagos (UNILAG), Akoka. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Promises to Revive Ajaokuta Steel
"Our past leaders recognised the importance of steel development but lacked the political will to achieve its objectives," he said. Read more »
Nigeria: PDP Granted Me Permission to Accept Ministerial Appointment - Wike
Mr Wike also said PDP governors submitted names for ministerial positions to President Tinubu. Read more »
August 21, 2023
Nigeria: Tinubu Tasks New Ministers On Meeting Nigerians' Expectations
"Your assignment begins immediately, and you must work to make yourself worthy of God and the people to make Nigerians believe that the right hands are chosen. I believe you and… Read more »
Nigeria: Abuja in a Sorry State. What Wike Must Do to Revamp Nigerian Capital
As he assumes office as the 17th FCT minister, Mr Wike will be confronted by challenges ranging from dark streets, bad roads, perennial flooding and poor transportation system to… Read more »
Nigeria: Lalong Assumes Office As Labour Minister, Makes Promises
"The government does not take this for granted and Mr President has directed that we move on with negotiations to arrive at amicable resolutions." Read more »
Nigeria: Shettima to Represent Tinubu At BRICS Summit
Vice President Shettima will join other businesses and political leaders worldwide at the Summit scheduled for the Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg from August 22 to 24. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Swears in Nigeria's New Ministers
The inauguration was held at the State House Conference Center, Abuja. Read more »
Nigeria: The Significance of Wike's Appointment As FCT Minister
As Wike resumes, he should bear in mind that he is in Kapital Street Area 11 in the nation's capital and not in Brick House, Rivers State. The swaggers which hugged applauds in… Read more »
Nigeria: Niger Governor Appoints 131 Women As Special Assistants, Coordinators
While congratulating the appointees, the governor called on them to be dedicated and contribute their quota to the success of his administration. Read more »
Nigeria: Ondo Governor's Wife Accused of Imposing Leader On New Local Council
Community leaders in Odigbo LCDA say Mrs Anyanwu-Akeredolu has handpicked one Eucharia Nwamara as the caretaker chairperson of the new council. Read more »
Nigeria: How Tinubu Picked His Ministers
Politics appears to have been the dominant consideration in the mind of President Tinubu in picking his ministers as he finally constitutes this week Nigeria's largest federal… Read more »