Nigeria: Sanwo-Olu Pardons 52 Inmates As 6 Death Row Convicts Get Life Imprisonment

Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu has approved the release of 52 inmates from various correctional facilities across the state and the commutation of 6 death row… Read more »

Nigeria: FCT Minister Wike Signs 5,481 C-of-OS in 1 Year

As of December 31, 2024, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has signed 5,481 Certificates of Occupancy (C-of-Os) for allottees in the Territory. Read more »

Nigeria: Arrest of Simon Ekpa in Finland Reduced Tension in South-East Nigeria - CDS

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, on Tuesday, said the arrest of Simon Ekpa in Finland has significantly reduced the tension in the South-East part of… Read more »

Nigeria: CBN Sanctions 9 Banks for Failing to Dispense Cash At ATMs

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has sanctioned nine Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) with a cumulative fine of ₦1.35 billion for failing to dispense naira notes through Automated… Read more »

Nigeria: Inflation Rate Projected to Ease Amid Modest Economic Growth Prospects

Nigeria's headline inflation rate is forecasted to average 30.5 per cent year-on-year in 2025, eventually settling at 27.1 per cent by December 2025, according to the latest… Read more »

Nigeria: Benue Firm Plans Trust Fund for Young Entrepreneurs

Benue State Investment and Property Company Limited (BIPC) will soon establish the BIPC Trust Fund to provide financial support and resources for young entrepreneurs. Read more »

Nigeria: First Bank to Aid Customers Tap Opportunities

Managing director and chief executive officer of the First Bank Group, Segun Alebiosu, has re-emphasised the commitment of the bank to partnering with customers in order to tap… Read more »

Nigeria: FG Sets April Deadline for East-West Road Completion

Minister of Works, David Umahi, has set April 2025 deadline for the completion of the ongoing dualisation of the East-West Road, from Ahoada to Kaiama in Rivers and Bayelsa States. Read more »

Nigeria: 5 Governors May Dump Parties Ahead of 2027

As the race for 2027 elections begins to shape up, strong rumours of defection are swirling around no fewer than five first term opposition governors, LEADERSHIP checks have… Read more »

Nigeria: Troops Neutralise 25 Terrorists, Destroy Bello Turji's Camp

Troops of Sector 2 of the Joint Task Force North West Operation Fansan Yamma have killed 25 terrorists and dismantled Bello Turji's hideout in the Dakai area of Shinkafi local… Read more »

Nigeria: Tax Bills - Show Nigerians Consultation Report, Bauchi Gov Tells Presidency

Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has asked President Bola Tinubu Tinubu and the Presidency to release a detailed consultation report on the tax reform bills with stakeholders'… Read more »

Nigeria: Rent Default Cases Rise Over Hardship, Cost of Living

Rising economic pressures in Nigeria have led to increased rent defaults as tenants continue to favour yearly payments. Read more »

Nigeria: Jimmy Carter Saved Me From Abacha's Gulag - Obasanjo

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, on Sunday, paid glowing tributes to the late former American President, Jimmy Carter, whom he described as a "titan and man of peace". Read more »

Nigeria: Opposition Won't Be Cowed By Threats - LP Committee

Labour Party Caretaker Committee, has insisted that "crossing the line" comment of the All Progressives Congress (APC) the national publicity secretary, Mr. Felix Morka, poses a… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria Ranks 6th African Country With Cheap Fuel Prices

Fuel prices across Africa in 2025 reflect a diverse energy environment influenced by local production, subsidies, and imports. Read more »

West Africa: Hmpv / Nigeria Is Safe for Now - Ncdc

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has assured Nigerians that no human metapneumovirus (hMPV) cases have been registered. Read more »

Nigeria: Gunmen Abduct 46 in Zamfara Community

About 46 people, including women and children, have been kidnapped during a raid on Gona town in Zamfara State. Read more »

Nigeria: Combat Security Threats Hindering Nigeria's Devt, Makinde Tasks Military

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has charged the Nigerian military to intensify its efforts in 2025 to combat terrorism, kidnapping, armed banditry, and other security threats that… Read more »

Nigeria: 34 Terrorists, 6 Soldiers Killed in Borno Attack - - Dhq

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has confirmed that 34 terrorists and six soldiers died during the attack on a military base at Sabon Gari in Damboa local government area of Borno… Read more »

Nigeria: U.S. APC Backs Tinubu, Warns Against Baseless Allegations

The All-Progressives Congress (APC) United States (U.S) Chapter Chairman, Professor Tai Balofin, has warned those spewing baseless allegations against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Read more »

Nigeria: Police Record 73 Sexual Violence Cases in Bauchi

Bauchi State Police Command said that it received about 73 suspected cases of sexual and gender-based violence in 2024. Read more »

Nigeria: Emir of Ilorin Denies Rift With Kwara Gov

There is no rift between the Kwara State governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, and the Emir of Ilorin, HRH Alh. Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, the Ilorin Palace has said. Read more »

Nigeria: Police Arrest 50 Suspects Over Abuja Highway Sewage Manhole Cover Theft

Operatives of the FCT Command of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) have arrested over 50 suspects for their alleged involvement in the vandalism and theft of highway sewage manhole… Read more »

Nigeria: 'I Lost $3.7m in 2024, It's Hardest Year of My Life', Says Comedian Mark Angel

Nigerian content creator and comedian, Mark Angel, has opened up about enduring a tumultuous 2024, marked by financial devastation, personal challenges, and a career-threatening… Read more »

Nigeria: Sokoto Govt Pledges Support to Victims of Kara Market Inferno

The Sokoto State Government has assured the victims of the recent fire outbreak at Kara market in the state of support while also expressing condolences to the affected traders. Read more »