Nigeria: I'm Ready to Swear With Quran I Didn't Steal As Governor - El-Rufai

Former Governor Nasir El-Rufai of Kaduna State has said he joined politics solely to serve the people, not to seek money or steal public funds. Read more »

Nigeria: We Invested Over $25bn in Oil, Cement, Sugar in 7 Years - Dangote

Africa's richest man, Aliko Dangote, has disclosed that his business conglomerates have invested over $25 billion in sectors such as oil and gas, cement and sugar in the last seven… Read more »

Nigeria: World Bank Approves Fresh N2.4tr Loan for Nigeria

The World Bank has announced the approval of $1.57 billion ( N2.4 trillion at N1601 to a dollar) to boost human capital in Nigeria through better health for women, children and… Read more »

Nigeria: 6m Nigerians Exposed to Sickle Cell Disease - Study

A new study has revealed that four to six million Nigerians are carrying the sickle cell trait resulting in sickle cell disease classified as a top non-communicable disease in the… Read more »

Nigeria: 'Why Is Our Currency Weak?' Tinubu's Supporter, Igbokwe, Rants Again Amid Hardship

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Joe Igbokwe, has again lamented the outcome of the economic policies of the President Ahmed Bola Tinubu-led administration. Read more »

Nigeria: Independence - Nigeria On the Brink of One-Party Dictatorship - Atiku

As Nigeria celebrate its 64th Independence Anniversary, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called on the political elite to unite and safeguard the country's democracy from… Read more »

Nigeria: How Colonel Cleared By Army Drugged, Raped Me - Discharged Soldier

Ruth Ogunleye, the female soldier who was discharged from the military for accusing a senior officer, Colonel I.B Abdulkareem, of sexual harassment, has narrated how she was… Read more »

Nigeria: Troops Destroyed 20 Illegal Bunkering Sites in Niger Delta - Army

The 6 Division of the Nigerian Army, Port Harcourt, said its troops have destroyed over 20 illegal oil bunkering sites, impounded 22 boats and arrested 22 suspects. Read more »

West Africa: Nigerians Grappling With Hardship - Akpabio

Says challenges testing fabric of society 'Insecurity across regions, a clarion call for lawmakers' Public concerns remind us of socio-economic challenges - Senate leader Read more »

Nigeria: Maiduguri - Rebuilding Lives After the Flood

In recent years, climate change has shown its destructive potential across the globe through floods, droughts and other natural disasters. One of the latest casualties of this… Read more »

Nigeria: Yobe Flood Victims Count Losses, Seek Permanent Solution

We are under pressure to leave IDP camps -- Victims 34 lives lost, 50,631 individuals affected -- SEMA Read more »

Nigeria: APC N/Central Forum to Appeal Ganduje's Appointment Suit

The North Central APC Forum has vowed to appeal the Federal High Court's ruling in Abuja, which dismissed its suit seeking the removal of Dr Abdullahi Ganduje as National Chairman… Read more »

Nigeria: 250 Golfers for Nigeria @64 Golf Tourney

No fewer than 250 golfers will participate in the Nigeria @64 golf tournament organised to mark Nigeria's 64th year of independence. Read more »

Nigeria: Ilorin 1st Female Prof Appointed VC Kwara University of Education

The Kwara State governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has appointed Prof. Medinat Salman as the pioneer vice chancellor of the newly established Kwara State University of Education… Read more »

Nigeria: NPFL - Lobi Stars Face Uphill Task At Enyimba

...As Ikorudu United test might against Rangers Read more »

Nigeria: Zamfara - Lawal, Matawalle's Feud Gets Messier

Swear with Qur'an to deny link with bandits, minister tells gov 'Quit Tinubu's cabinet' Focus on governance, Yari cautions gov Read more »

Nigeria: CDD, Young Professionals Commend INEC On Edo Governorship Election

The Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD) West Africa has lauded the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for its conduct during the recent Edo off-cycle… Read more »

Nigeria: Our Pensioners Deserve Better Deal

Pensioners in Nigeria have continued to lament their welfare, as many of them, years after retirement are either not paid their gratuities or pensions. And even when they are paid,… Read more »

Nigeria: Edo Poll - Allow Law Takes Its Course, US Urges INEC

The US Mission in Nigeria has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to support the processes to challenge the results of the Saturday gubernatorial… Read more »

Nigeria: Why Independent Marketers Can't Buy Petrol From Dangote Refinery - Pengassan

The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has clarified the reasons independent marketers are unable to purchase petrol directly from Dangote… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Fencing Federation Receives N40m Equipment

The Nigerian Fencing Federation has received five aluminum fencing pistes (each measuring 1.5 m x 17 m) valued at N40m as part of its preparation to host the upcoming 2024 Junior… Read more »

Nigeria: Beyond CNG - Why Electric Vehicles Hold the Key to Nigeria's Fuel Crisis

Despite being an oil-rich nation and OPEC member, Nigeria's petroleum industry has been grappling with longstanding challenges. Successive administrations have struggled to address… Read more »

Nigeria: Abuja Tanker Fire - Only 2 Were Injured - FRSC

The FCT sector commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Mr Muta'ah Chorrie, said only two people sustained minor injuries in a tanker fire incident that happened in Abuja… Read more »

Nigeria: Edo 2024 - Deputy Governor Lauds INEC Over Free, Fair Election

The Deputy Governor of Edo State, Hon. Philip Shaibu, has lauded the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for conducting a free, fair, and transparent poll in the Edo… Read more »

Nigeria: Lessons From Edo, Kwara and Sokoto Polls

The Hausa proverb, "If your brother's beard catches fire, pour water on yours," reminds us to take precautions and learn from others, as we might encounter the same. I do not wish… Read more »