Nigeria: Tinubu Never Said Uzodimma Was Blocking Release of Nnamdi Kanu - Presidency

The Presidency has denied reports claiming that Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State "blocked" President Bola Tinubu from releasing Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of… Read more »

Nigeria: We've Called for More Economic Cooperation Between China, Nigeria - Envoy

The Consul General of the Chinese Consulate General in Lagos, Ms. Yan Yuging has called for more and greater economic cooperation between Nigeria and China. Read more »

Nigeria: Canadian Embassy in Abuja Suspends Operations After Fire Accident

The Canadian High Commission in Abuja, on Tuesday suspended operations after a fire incident at the commission on Monday. Read more »

Nigeria: Biometric Verification - Abia Captures 62,479 Workers, Pensioners, Gives 2-Wk Extension

Abia State Government says no fewer than 62, 479 workers and pensioners have so far been captured in the biometric verification exercise that commenced in July. Read more »

Nigeria: IPOB Warns INEC, Staff, Ad-Hoc Staff Against Rigging Imo Election

The Indigenous People of Biafra IPoB yesterday warned the Independent National Electrical Commission, INEC never to make any attempt towards rigging the governorship Election in… Read more »

Nigeria: Guinness World Records Confirms Irish Chef, Alan Fisher Dethrones Hilda Baci

An Irish restaurant owner, Alan Fisher, has dethroned Nigerian chef Hilda Baci as the record holder of the longest cooking marathon record. Read more »

Nigeria: NNPCL Working With NEITI, Others to Reconcile 2021 Report

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) will continue to collaborate with the Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) and all relevant… Read more »

Nigeria: Bandits, Boko Haram Kill 29 in Katsina, Borno

Bandits on Sunday night, launched a deadly attack during a Maulud celebration, killing at least 20 lives and abducting many individuals at Kusa in Musawa Local Government Area of… Read more »

Nigeria: MohBad - Court Extends Remand of Nurse, Friend in Police Custody

The Lagos State Magistrates' Court in Yaba, on Monday, has again sent into custody the auxiliary nurse, Fisayo Ogedengbe, and Ayobami Sadiq arrested by the police in connection… Read more »

Nigeria: How Generator Explosion Killed 2 At Canadian Embassy - FERMA

The Federal Capital Territory Emergency Management Agency FEMA has explained the circumstances which led to the death of two Nigerians on Monday at the Canadian Embassy in Abuja. Read more »

Nigeria: Blue Economy to Generate 350 Million Jobs, Rakes $2.5trillion Trade

The leadership of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, has revealed that Nigeria will benefit from the 350 million jobs opportunities and trade valued at… Read more »

Nigeria: Rise Above Personal Ambition, Uphold National Interest - Presidency Urges Obi

Mr Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, on Monday urged the Labour Party (LP) Presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to "prove his belief in… Read more »

Nigeria: We're Building Roads to Enhance Trade, Commerce in Abia - Otti

Gov. Alex Otti of Abia has expressed the state government determination to build roads that would enhance trade and commercial activities in the state. Read more »

Nigeria: Dangote Cement Posts 15.2% Increase in Pan-African Volumes

Dangote Cement has reported 15.2 percent increase in its pan-African volume in the nine months ended September 30, 2023, recording 8.5Mt, up from 7.4Mt in the corresponding period… Read more »

Nigeria: CBN Governor Cardoso Vows to Fight Inflation

·To focus on core mandate of price stability ·Inflation has had massive impact on lives of Nigerians--Sanusi Read more »

Nigeria: More Nigerians Sell Off Cars to Feed Family

Owning a car was among the many lists of achievements for a typical Nigerian. The celebration that hits the air when one is bought knows no bounds. Read more »

Nigeria: Forex Gains - Banks' Profits Balloon By 156% to N2.3 Trillion

Banks have recorded another round of extra-ordinary profits against the backdrop of foreign exchange revaluation gains arising from depreciation of the Naira. Read more »

Nigeria: Court Fines NYSC N5m for Tagging Gov. Mba's Certificate Fake

A Federal High Court in Abuja, on Monday, awarded N5 million in damages against the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) for alleging that the corps' discharged certificate held by… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria's FIFA Badge Referee Akintoye Selected for CAF Women's Champions League

Nigerian Elite Referee and FIFA badge, Yemisi Akintoye has been selected for the 2023 African Women's Champions League taking place in Cote d'Ivoire from Nov. 5 to Nov. 19. Read more »

Nigeria: Scores Missing As Boko Haram Massacre 9 Rice Farmers in Borno

At least nine(9) farmers were slaughtered and scores declared missing when suspected members of Boko Haram terrorists invaded Koshebe, Karakul and Bulabulin communities of Jere and… Read more »

Nigeria: NPFL - 12,000-Capacity Stadium Filled As Doma United Thrash Rival Gombe United 3-0

Doma United's head coach, Akinade Onigbinde, has praised fans of both Gombe United and his team for peacefully comporting themselves during their Match Day seven fixture of the… Read more »

Nigeria: Bandits Attack Maulud Celebration Venue, Kill 20, Abduct Several in Katsina

Armed bandits, late night Sunday launched a deadly assault during a Maulud celebration, resulting in the loss of at least 20 lives and the abduction of numerous individuals in… Read more »

Nigeria: Govt Unveils CNG Conversion Centre in Kaduna, Targets 1 Million Vehicles Before 2027

The Federal Government has unveiled the first Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) conversion centre in Kaduna, saying President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has a target of having a million out of… Read more »

Nigeria: Bloody Weekend in Benue - 22 Killed in Rival Gang War

No fewer than 22 persons have been killed in Chito and Tyo Akosu communities of Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State, following a rival gang fight and attack on a drinking… Read more »

Nigeria: Climate Change Poses Risks to Nigeria - Agora Policy Report

An Abuja-based think tank, Agora Policy, has warned that unless urgent and bold actions are taken, Nigeria risks becoming one of the worst-affected countries by climate change. Read more »