Nigeria: How Magaji Danbatta's N1m Loan Saved My Governorship Bid - Shekarau

Former governor of Kano state, Malam Ibrahim Shekarau, says he had no money to buy governorship nomination forms for the 2003 election and had to obtain loan to buy the form fixed… Read more »

Nigeria: 80% of Nigeria's Workforce Will Be Jobless Without MSME - Shettima

Vice-President Kashim Shettima, on Tuesday, asserted that 80 percent of Nigeria's workforce would have been without job except for the existence of Micro, Small Medium Enterprises… Read more »

Nigeria: 21 States Seek N1.65trn Loans Despite 40% Rise in FAAC Revenues

Twenty one states of the federation are seeking loans amounting to N1.65 trillion to fund their 2024 budget deficits despite the increase in the allocations they have received from… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria's First-Ever Olympic Medalist, Maiyegun, Dies in Austria

Nigerian boxing legend, Nojim Maiyegun, is dead. Read more »

Nigeria: A New Presidential Jet for a Hungry Nation

We heartily congratulate President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the delivery, at last, of his new presidential jet, reportedly worth $100 million or about N150 billion. The president can… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria-South Africa - Normalcy As Bolt, Drivers Count Losses

There is an atmosphere of normalcy after days of tension between Nigerians and South Africans with nationals of both countries, using the ride hailing platform, Bolt to prank at… Read more »

Nigeria: Tinubu, Others Mourn As Emir of Ningi Buried Amid Tears

The remains of the late Emir of Ningi, Alhaji Yunusa Mohammed Danyaya have been buried in Ningi, Bauchi State. Read more »

Nigeria: Head of Service Seeks Renewed Efforts to Revamp Civil Service

The Head of Civil Service of the Federal Federation (HoCSF), Mrs Didi Walson-Jack, has called for concerted efforts to create a federal civil service that is not only efficient but… Read more »

Nigeria: Zulum Embodies Pragmatism, Energy of Youth At 55 - Tinubu

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Sunday congratulated the Governor of Borno State, Prof. Babagana Zulum, on his 55th birthday, saying he embodied the pragmatism and energy of youth. Read more »

Nigeria: Days After Killing Emir - Bandits Abduct Over 150 in Gobir

Bandits have abducted over 150 persons and rustled over 1,000 cattle in some villages in Gobir Emirate of Sokoto State, Daily Trust can report. Read more »

Nigeria: Tell Nigerians Why Oando Got Accelerated Approval in Agip/Eni Purchase, Atiku Asks Govt

A former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, has asked the Federal Government to explain why Oando Plc got accelerated approval to buy the onshore assets of AGIP and ENI… Read more »

Nigeria: Govt Threatens to Prosecute Foreigners Funding Banditry

The Federal Government has warned foreign nationals associated with funding banditry that they would be prosecuted for economic sabotage and for waging war against the Nigerian… Read more »

Nigeria: We're Working With Local, Global Agencies to Nab Yahaya Bello - EFCC

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) says it is working with local and international organisations to ensure that former governor of Kogi state, Yahaya Bello, is… Read more »

Nigeria: How We'll Determine Allocations of 2025 Budget - Presidency

The Federal Government will allocate funds in the 2025 budget based on needs assessment and the prioritization of essential projects and agencies, Chief of Staff to the President,… Read more »

Nigeria: If Anything Happens to Me, Hold Davido Responsible - Dammy Krane

Nigerian singer, Dammy Krane, has accused his colleague, Davido, of arresting him for defamation. Read more »

Nigeria: 'Multi-Million Naira Scam' - Kwankwaso's Nephew Challenges Anti-Graft Agencies

Musa Garba Kwankwaso, nephew of the leader of the Kwankwasiyya movement, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has said he is going to the court of law to challenge the move of three… Read more »

Nigeria: Army Reacts to Alleged Invasion of Churches By Personnel in Anambra

The Nigerian Army has dismissed a report that its personnel invaded churches and dispersed the congregation in their places of worship at Umunze in Orumba North Local Government… Read more »

Nigeria: Adebise, Adedibu Join Fcmb Board As Non-Executive Directors

First City Monument Bank (FCMB) Limited has welcomed two new members to its board of directors. Read more »

Nigeria: Why Weightlifters Failed to Win Medals At Paris Olympics - Nwf President

The President of the Nigeria Weightlifting Federation (NWF), Ibrahim Abdul, has explained why Team Nigeria failed to secure any medals in weightlifting at the recently concluded… Read more »

Nigeria: Union Bank Records N79.8bn Half Year Pbt

The Union Bank of Nigeria has reported a profit before tax of N79.8 billion on gross earnings of N333 billion during the half year ended June 30, 2024 compared with a profit before… Read more »

Nigeria: FG Issues $500 Million Five-Year Domestic Dollar Bond At 9.75 Percent

The federal government has officially issued a $500 million domestic dollar bond, opening for subscription on August 19, 2024. Read more »

Nigeria: It Costs N120 to Produce 1kwph of Electricity - Minister

...Says more customers to be upgraded to band A Read more »

Nigeria: Austria Defeat Nigeria At IHF Women's U-18 World Championship

Nigeria's Women's Under 18 Handball team were soundly beaten 33-14 by Austria yesterday in a classification competition tagged President Cup at the IHF Women's Under 18 Handball… Read more »

Nigeria: NNL Side Barau FC Unveils Salisu As Coach

Nigerian National League (NNL) side, Barau FC has announced the appointment of former Super Eagles coach, Salisu Yusuf as its new coach. Read more »

Nigeria: Ajegunle City Youth Marathon Set for Nov 30

The organizers of the inaugural Ajegunle City Youth Marathon have scheduled the 10km race for November 30, with over 1000 runners expected to participate and a prize pool of N20… Read more »