Africa: Foreign Education Key to Africa's Socio-Economic Growth - Isi

Non-profit organisation, i-Scholar initiative, iSI, has urged African countries, especially Nigeria, to use foreign education as a catalyst for socio-economic growth. Read more »

Nigeria: Pension Payment Remains Top Priority - AGF

The Accountant-General of the Federation (AGF), Mr Shamseldeen Ogunjimi, has reaffirmed the Federal Government's unwavering commitment to pension payments under the Defined Benefit… Read more »

Nigeria: Alleged Terrorist Negotiator, Mamu, Files Fresh Bail Application

The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, on Monday, fixed July 22 to hear a fresh bail application that was brought before it by alleged Abuja-Kaduna train kidnap negotiator, Mr.… Read more »

Nigeria: I Will Contest in 2027 Election - Peter Obi

Presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 Presidential election, Peter Obi, has assured his supporters at home and abroad that he will be contesting the 2027 election… Read more »

Nigeria: Assassination Claim - Court Grants Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Bail On Govt's Fresh Charge

The Federal Government has docked the suspended Senator for Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, before the Federal High Court on a fresh six-count charge. Read more »

Nigeria: Soludo Probes Alleged Brutality By Anti-Touting Squad

The Anambra State government has ordered investigation into the alleged brutal activities of an anti touting outfit operating in the state, particularly in the commercial city of… Read more »

Nigeria: Us Senate Edges Towards Vote On Trump's Divisive Spending Bill

US senators were inching Sunday towards a vote on Donald Trump's "big beautiful" spending bill, a hugely divisive proposal that would deliver key parts of the US president's… Read more »

Nigeria: Police Rescue Five Kidnapped Victims in Lagos, Katsina

The Nigeria Police Force, in a sustained and strategic operation aimed at curbing crime and criminal activities, has rescued one kidnapped victim in Lagos and 4 kadnapped victims… Read more »

Nigeria: We Don't Tolerate Our Members Not Paying Taxes - MAN

In this interview, the Director General of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), Segun Ajayi-Kadir, spoke on sundry issues relating to tax regulations and some of the… Read more »

Nigeria: Troops Kill Wanted Zamfara Terror Kingpin, Rescue 5, Recover Arms

Defence Headquarters, yesterday said troops of Operation Fasin Yamma have killed a wanted and notorious terrorist kingpin in Zamfara State, Mai Wada, who had been terrorizing… Read more »

Nigeria: Stop Issuing Conflicting Judgments, Bishop Tells Judiciary

Bishop of the Anglican Diocese of Enugu, Rev. Samuel Ike, has called on the judiciary to avoid issuing conflicting judgments, and to ensure clarity and transparency in the delivery… Read more »

Nigeria: Again, Armed Herders Invade Benue Community, Kill 4 Police Officers

At least four Mobile Policemen were feared dead in a fresh Sunday afternoon armed herders attack on Udei community in Guma Local Government Area, LGA, of Benue State. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria, Saudi Arabia Sign Agreement On Customs Cooperation

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have signed a bilateral agreement on cooperation and mutual assistance in… Read more »

Nigeria: Firm Raises Alarm Over Weak Emergency Response for Pregnant Women

A maternal healthtech company, Birthsafe, has expressed dismay over the gap between antenatal care and emergency response at delivery points. Read more »

Nigeria: FG Reassures Nigerians of Safety in Iran

The Federal Government has assured Nigerians that all citizens residing in Iran are safe and accounted for, amid recent security concerns in the region. Read more »

Africa: Job Creation Essential for Africa's Greatness - Dangote

Aliko Dangote, Founder and President/Chief Executive of Dangote Group, says that job creation is essential for making Africa great again. Read more »

Nigeria: Retired Police Officers Plan Nationwide Protests Over Contributory Pension Scheme

Amid mounting frustration over unresolved pension issues, retired police officers under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) have announced plans to stage what they describe as… Read more »

Nigeria: New Tax Laws, a Step Towards Economic Independence - Rep Member, Onuigbo

The new tax bills signed into law by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu have been described as a bold step toward achieving Nigeria's economic independence. Read more »

Nigeria: 'Peace Has Returned to Rivers' - - Wike, Fubara Speak After the Truce Meeting

After months of political tension and division in Rivers State, Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, have publicly declared an end to their rift, assuring… Read more »

Nigeria: Alleged Insubordination - Obi of Onitsha Suspends, Fines President of Powerful Women Group

The Obi of Onitsha, His Majesty, Igwe Alfred Nnaemeka Achebe, has wielded the hammer over the ancient and prestigious Otu Odu women society Onitsha, suspending its powerful and… Read more »

Nigeria: NJC Sends 10 Imo Judges On Compulsory Retirement

The National Judicial Council, NJC, has approved the compulsory retirement of 10 Judges of Imo State Judiciary. Read more »

Nigeria: New Tax Laws'll Ease Burden On Nigeria's Poor - Oyedele

--It 'll take effect January 2026 - Adedeji Read more »

Nigeria: President Tinubu Has Signed It - Tax Reform Bill Is Finally Law

At last, it has happened. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially signed the Tax Reform Bills into law today, bringing an end to several months of discussions, reviews, and… Read more »

Nigeria: Islamic New Year - Katsina Gov Declares Friday Public Holiday

Governor Dikko Radda of Katsina State has declared Friday a public holiday to commemorate the Islamic New Year, 1447 AH. Read more »

Nigeria: We've Strengthened ICRC As Engine Room for Nigeria's Infrastructure Revolution - Tinubu

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared that his administration has significantly strengthened the Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC), transforming it into a… Read more »