Nigeria: Alleged Sexual Harassment - ICPC Invites Accuser of Foreign Affairs Ministry's Permanent Secretary

It is not immediately clear whose petition triggered the ICPC investigation or what the agency is investigating exactly. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Military's Vengeance On Innocent Civilians Poses Threats to Democracy, Human Rights

In at least four instances between March and May, soldiers with the full backing of military authorities infringed on people's rights and hampered the operation of businesses. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Immigration Truck Conveys Rams to National Assembly

When PREMIUM TIMES enquired about the rams, one of the motor boys said they were ordered by one of their bosses to transport the rams to the National Assembly. Read more »

Nigeria: Governors' Interventions for Women in Nigeria

Achieving gender inclusion and women's empowerment is crucial for the development of Nigeria. Read more »

Nigeria: Alleged Contempt - EFCC Wins Case Against Yahaya Bello At Appeal Court

EFCC's appeal against the Kogi State High Court ruling favouring former Governor Yahaya Bello succeeded on Thursday, paving the way for the EFCC to proceed with his trial. Read more »

Nigeria: NFF Set to Hire Foreign Coach for Super Eagles

It was not explicitly stated if coach Finidi George will work under the incoming foreign coach like he did under Jose Peserio Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Military Chief Accuses Finnish Govt, EU of Shielding Simon Ekpa

Mr Ekpa, based in Finland, has been accused of fuelling insecurity in South-east Nigeria. Read more »

Nigeria: Tinubu Appoints Yar'Adua's Ex-Adviser As DG Budget Office

The new Director-General of the Budget Office of the Federation holds a Master of Business Administration degree in Finance from Wagner College, Staten Island, New York. Read more »

Nigeria: Kano Emirate Crisis - Federal Court Assumes Jurisdiction in Suit Challenging Reinstatement of Sanusi

Justice Liman says his court has an inherent jurisdiction to entertain, hear, and make determinations on the case Read more »

Nigeria: Sex-for Grades - University Gives Actress Chinwe Splendor Ultimatum to Return Certificate

"Study diligently so you can defend your certificate anywhere; unlike me, as I cannot defend mine." Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Army Speaks On Report Its Checkpoint Caused Fatal Road Crash in Enugu

The accident, which involved seven vehicles, occurred at about 6:40 p.m. on Tuesday along Ninth Mile-Ugwu Onyeama Road in the state. Read more »

Nigeria: Supreme Court Reserves Judgement in Govt's Local Govt Autonomy Suit

The Supreme Court will communicate the date for the judgement on the local government autonomy suit. Read more »

Nigeria: NCDC Alerts On Cholera Outbreak in Nigeria, Records 30 Deaths

According to the NCDC, 10 states contributed 90 per cent to the burden of cholera. Read more »

Nigeria: Ast Awards N10m to Iws As Widows' Grant to Mark 2024 Int'l Widows Day

In commemoration of the 2024 International Widows' Day, the Abdul Samad Rabiu for Africa (ASR Africa) presents a N10 million naira grant to the International Women's Society (IWS)… Read more »

Nigeria: Shehu Sani Urges Tinubu to Pardon Imprisoned #EndSARS Protesters, Reform Nigerian Prisons

Mr Sani also told President Tinubu that many of the economic reforms have caused hardship to Nigerians. Read more »

Nigeria: Two Killed As Police Battle Suspected Ipob Members in Gun Duel

"The criminals opened fire on the (security) operatives upon sighting them." Read more »

Nigeria: Gunmen Abduct Retired School Principal, Demand Ransom

The police have confirmed the kidnapped but denied knowledge of ransom demand Read more »

Nigeria: Democracy Day - APC Assures of Better Days Ahead for Nigerians

The APC said the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu's administration is on course, with better days ahead for Nigerians. Read more »

Nigeria: Foreign Affairs Ministry's Top Official Queried Over Alleged Sexual Harassment

The top official of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has denied the sexual harassment allegations. Read more »

Nigeria: One Dead, Two Others Rescued in Anambra Building Collapse

The building, which was still under construction, collapsed at about 3 a.m. on Wednesday. Read more »

Nigeria: Tinubu Hails Gov Sani's 'Democracy Crusade'

Appreciating the president, Governor Sani said "I am deeply humbled by President Tinubu's recognition of our collective struggle for democracy". Read more »

Nigeria: Kano Emirate Crisis - Reject Your Reinstatement, Tijjaniyya Supreme Leader Counsels Sanusi

"We draw inspiration from the examplary leadership of (the) late Khalifa Muhammad Sanusi, who refused to be swayed by personal interests and declined reinstatement after his… Read more »

Nigeria: Vandals Destroy Newly Reconstructed Electricity Transmission Tower - TCN

TCN says vandals used an explosive device to bring down towers 193 and 194 along the 330kV transmission line Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerians Celebrating Democracy On Foundation Laid By Abiola - Ogun Governor

Though Abiola is long gone, the lives he touched while alive still speak of his impact. Read more »

Nigeria: Democracy Day - Governor Commutes Death Sentences for 45 Inmates, Pardons 41 Others

Mr Abiodun said the gesture signaled a break from past grievances and a move towards a more inclusive and compassionate society where merciful second chances are granted to… Read more »