Nigeria: Meet Children of Politicians in Sensitive Governance Roles

Children of prominent politicians have continued to make inroads into governance across the country as they occupy sensitive roles at the state and national levels, Daily Trust on… Read more »

Nigeria: Subsidy Removal - President Tinubu Approves Compressed Natural Gas Initiative

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the establishment of the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGI) in furtherance of his commitment to easing the impact of… Read more »

Nigeria: Niger - Don't Worsen Bazoum's Health, Tinubu Cautions Junta

President Bola Tinubu has warned of impending "grave consequences" should the military rulers of Niger Republic allow deposed President Mohamed Bazoum's health to deteriorate while… Read more »

Nigeria: How Widows Survive in Niger IDP Camps After Bandits Killed Husbands

The renewed attacks on farming communities in Shiroro, Munya, Wushishi, Rafi, Mariga and part of Mashegu local government areas of Niger State have again worsened the humanitarian… Read more »

Nigeria: We Tackle Security Threats in Yobe Through Intelligence Gathering - Immigration

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) says its commitment and collaboration with security agencies through intelligence gathering have helped address security threats from… Read more »

Nigeria: Boko Haram Commander Behind Ethnic Clash, Killing of 82 Fighters Surrenders

The Boko Haram Commander that instigated an ethnic clash between insurgents leading to the killing of 82 fighters has surrendered to the military. Read more »

Nigeria: Ministers - Some Portfolios Are Mismatched - Atiku's Aide

Daniel Bwala, an aide to the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP) in the last general election, Atiku Abubakar, has said that some of the positions… Read more »

Nigeria: Prosecute Bandits for Raping, Killing Women, Children - UNICEF to Govt

The Country Representative of the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) in Nigeria, Cristian Munduate, has urged the Federal Government to apply relevant laws to prosecute… Read more »

Nigeria: AFRIMMA 2023 - Davido Leads With Six Nominations

The organisers of the Africa Muzik and Magazine Awards have released the nominees list for this year's edition of the ceremony. On the list, music superstar, Davido, leads the pack… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria to Benefit From UK Funding to Tackle Antimicrobial Resistance

The UK government has announced that state-of-the-art laboratories, cutting-edge disease surveillance systems, and a bigger global workforce to tackle deadly antimicrobial… Read more »

Nigeria: 'Stop Doing Drugs,' Naira Marley Campaigns for NDLEA

Nigerian artiste, Azeez Adeshina Fashola, popularly known as 'Naira Marley', has urged his fans, fondly referred to as Marlians, and Nigerian youths at large to stop "subtance… Read more »

Nigeria: Coup - America, France May Fuel Crisis Between Nigeria, Niger - El - Zakzaky

Leader of the Islamic Movement of Nigeria (IMN), Sheikh Ibraheem El-Zakzaky, has said America and France may trigger a crisis between Nigeria and the Republic of Niger. Read more »

Nigeria: Tinubu to Swear in New Ministers Monday - Akume

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will on Monday, August 21, swear in newly appointed ministers at the State House Conference Centre, Aso Villa, Abuja by 10:00am. Read more »

Nigeria: 'Hope Wike Won't Demolish PDP Secretariat', Reactions Trail Portfolios of Ministers

President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday unveiled the portfolios of his ministers. Read more »

Nigeria: Fleeing Suspected IPOB Member Arrested in Lagos With Pistol, Bullets

A 32-year- old suspected member of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Fabian Ndibuisi, has been arrested in Lagos. Read more »

Nigeria: Boko Haram 'Captures' ISWAP Commanders

Boko Haram fighters have reportedly captured 60 terrorists of the Islamic State in West Africa Province (ISWAP), including three key commanders of the sect. Read more »

Nigeria: Govt Files 20 Charges Against Emefiele, Seeks to Withdraw Firearms' Charge

The Federal Government has applied to withdraw the illegal possession of firearms charge it filed against suspended Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, at the… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria's Looming Debt Crisis, Climate Change - Painful Inheritance for Future

Nigeria, as a populous and resource-rich nation, has faced significant challenges managing its debt burden, amid rising poverty, meeting development gaps and the worsening pressure… Read more »

Nigeria: Japa - Nigerian Youths Unaware of Dangers of Irregular Migration - IOM

The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) has expressed concern that many young Nigerians are still ignorant of the dangers of irregular migration, also known as Japa… Read more »

Nigeria: Don't Neglect Politicians Who Contributed to Your Victory, Tinubu Urged

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been advised not to neglect politicians who played pivotal roles for his election. Read more »

Nigeria: Kano - Over 8,000 Patients Placed On TB Treatment in One Week

Kano State Government has said a total of 8,277 patients were placed on Tuberculosis (TB) treatment in the last one week. Read more »

Nigeria: We Fear Military Action Will Split Our Families in Niger, Nigeria - Residents With Dual Citizenship

Salisu Usman recalled his childhood memories playing with other kids of his age in his neighborhood on the streets of Maradi. He had his primary and secondary education in Niger… Read more »

Nigeria: More Woes for Passengers As NCAA Slams Fresh Suspension On Max Air

About two weeks after resuming operation, Max Air, one of the nation's domestic carriers, has suspended its operation again. Read more »

Nigeria: Delta Govt Celebrates Jay-Jay Okocha's Half-Century Milestone

Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori has celebrated former Super Eagles midfield maestro, Austin Jay-Jay Okocha, who turned 50 yesterday. Read more »

Nigeria: Oil Theft - 'Why FG Should Not Release Arrested Vessel'

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu led-federal government should not release an oil vessel arrested on suspicion of oil theft, a private pipeline security contractor early this month,… Read more »