April 23
Nigeria: Nigeria Prize for Literature - Celebrating 20 Years of Excellence
The narrative of the Nigeria Prize for Literature which marks 2 decades since inception in 2004, has been that of excellence. Read more »
Nigeria: IGP Kicks As Ex-Presidents, Others Back State Police
The polity was divided, yesterday, over the clamour for state police in Nigeria as leaders brainstormed at a one-day national dialogue on state policing organised by the House of… Read more »
Nigeria: Foreign Investment in Stock Market Rises 168 Percent to N118.92bn
Foreign portfolio investment, FPI, into the stock market rose by 167.8 percent, Year-on-Year (YoY), to N118.92 billion in February 2024 from N44.52 billion in the corresponding… Read more »
Nigeria: Akeem's Metalphysics Alliance Captures Scriptural Analogy
With a new awakening for the Nigerian sculpture scene, artist Muraina Akeem is boosting the current energies with three themes loaded in one exhibition. Read more »
Nigeria: Low Investments, Non-Channelisation Hamper Water Transport - Oyetola
The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Mr. Adegboyega Oyetola, has said that low investments, non-channelisation and dredging of navigable waterways have over the years hindered… Read more »
Nigeria: Police, Ogun Govt On Trail of Killers of Babcock Varsity Lecturer
A lecturer with Babcock University, Ilisan-Remo in Ikenne Local Government Area of Ogun State, Professor Yinka Olowojobi, has been shot dead at a relaxation centre in Iperu. Read more »
Nigeria: Court Discharges Ex-Nimasa DG, Akpobolokemi, Over N8.5bn Fraud
A Lagos Federal High Court sitting in Lagos, yesterday, discharged and acquitted former Director-General of Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, Patrick… Read more »
Nigeria: N200bn Intervention Fund - FG Begins Disbursement to Msmes, Manufacturers
The Federal Government said it will soon commence the loan disbursement process for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME) and manufacturing sectors under the Presidential N200… Read more »
April 25
Nigeria: 119 Inmates Escape As Heavy Rains Destroy Suleja Prisons
No fewer than 119 inmates of the Medium Security Custodial Centre, Suleja, Niger state, have escaped, following hours of heavy downpour which destroyed parts of the facility on… Read more »
April 24
Nigeria: Global Immunisation Efforts Saved Over 154m Lives in 50 Years - Study
As Nigeria joined the rest of the world on Wednesday to mark this year's World Immunisation Week, a landmark study has revealed that global immunisation efforts have saved an… Read more »
Nigeria: Why I Didn't Apply for Super Eagles Job - Enyeama
Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Vincent Enyeama has explained why he chose not to apply for the head coaching position of the national team. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Arrives Netherlands On State Visit
President Bola Tinubu has arrived in the Netherlands on a state visit. Read more »
Nigeria: Meet Shehu Balami, Young Nigerian Engineer Who Invented Solid-Fuel Rocket
Shehu Saleh Balami is a Nigerian engineer who designed and invented a solid-fuel rocket, the first ever in the world. Read more »
Nigeria: African Leaders, Heads of Govts, UN Adopt Abuja Declaration in Tackling Terrorism
African leaders, including Heads of State and Government, Ministers of Defence, National Security Advisors, representatives of regional organisations, UN and others, have adopted… Read more »
Nigeria: FAAN Reopens Lagos Runway After Dana Incident
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has notified the public and all stakeholders that runway 18L/36R has been reopened for flight operations at about 8 p.m. Read more »
April 22
Nigeria: Energy Crisis - Discos Still Under Pressure As Allocation Drops to 3,059mw
Electricity Distribution Companies, DisCos, weekend, remained under pressure to meet the demand of customers under Band A, expected to enjoy a minimum of 20 hours of daily supply,… Read more »
April 21
Nigeria: Ogun Begins Sale of Rice At Discounted Rates
Ogun State governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, weekend commenced the sale of rice to civil servants in the state as parts of his commitment to the welfare of the workforce. Read more »
April 22
Nigeria: Aiyedatiwa Declared Winner of Ondo APC Primary
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has secured the nomination of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the forthcoming November 16 governorship election, following his… Read more »
April 21
Nigeria: We Are Not Recruiting, Says CAC
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) says it is not recruiting at the moment and advised Nigerians to be wary so as not to fall victims of deceit. Read more »
Nigeria: Nothing Should Compromise Nigeria's Unity - Imo Council of Elders
The Chairman of Imo Council of Elders, Eze Cletus Ilomuanya, on Sunday said nothing should be done to compromise the unity of Nigeria. Read more »
April 22
Nigeria: Tinubunomics - The Rich Getting Richer, the Poor Getting Slaughtered
"Yes, we will do anything for the poor man; anything but get off his back." -- Leo Tolstoy, 1828-1910. Read more »
Nigeria: Nass Orders CEO of Alliance Hospital, Others to Face Organ Harvesting Charges
In the ongoing case involving the Alliance Hospital and Services Chief Executive Officer, CEO, Dr. Christopher Otabor, and three others over an alleged organ harvest, the House of… Read more »
Nigeria: Mixed Reactions Trail Video of Couple's Customised N200 Notes
A video circulating on social media has sparked controversy after it captured N200 notes featuring a couple's personalized photo and names. Read more »
April 21
Nigeria: We Do Not Add Sugar to Infant Products in Nigeria - Nestle
Food and beverage company, Nestle Nigeria, has refuted the claims of an investigative report alleging that it (Nestle) was adding sugar to its infant milk and cereal products sold… Read more »
April 22
Nigeria: Massive Banking Stocks Sell-Off Persists
... As investors lose N1.57trn Read more »