February 10
Nigeria: TotalEnergies to Exit Nigerian Onshore Oil Business
The firm said it wants to divest its share of Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited (SPDC) Read more »
February 08
Nigeria: How the Lack of Trust Stifles Nigeria's Economic Potential
The journey to rebuilding trust will not be easy. It requires sustained effort, unwavering commitment, and a willingness to confront uncomfortable realities. Read more »
February 09
Nigeria: Power Supply - Nigerian Govt Sets Up Committee to Resolve Gas Shortage
"If we are serious about the economic development of the country, we need to solve the problem of gas supply today. We should look at the possibility of mandating the gas suppliers… Read more »
February 08
Nigeria: NNPC, CBN Review Decision On Management of Oil Revenue
The CBN has provided enhanced digital platforms for all transactions and has established specific limits to manage NNPCL transactions, the statement said. Read more »
Nigeria: No Increase in Petrol Pump Price - NNPC
"NNPC Ltd urges Nigerians to disregard unfounded rumours and assures them that there are no plans for an upward review of the PMS price," NNPCL said. Read more »
Nigeria: Breaking - Worsening Economy: NLC, TUC Talk Tough, Issue Fresh Ultimatum
In its statement, the NLC said it was concerned about the "non-implementation of the 16-point agreement reached with the Federal Government on October 2, 2023." Read more »
February 09
Nigeria/Cote d'Ivoire: Super Eagles Fully Focused On Sunday's Final - Chukwueze
Chukwueze revealed the Eagles have put together a winning strategy, and they were training hard to ensure they implemented it on the pitch. Read more »
February 08
West Africa: Coalition Rejects Longer Term for President Sall, Condemns Harassment of Opposition
WADEMOS, a coalition of 47 organisations, said it "opposes the decision by the Senegalese parliament to postpone the elections until December 15, 2024." Read more »
Africa: Nwabali Gets Cake As Peseiro Proves Mettle
With his two penalty saves, Nwabali proved that the Eagles have finally found a goaltender that can be relied upon. Read more »
Nigeria: Troops Rescue 18 Female Kidnap Victims, Hand Them Over to Katsina Govt
The rescued victims, all female, were kidnapped at different times from Karaduwa, Sayaya, Dangani and Wawar-Kaza communities of Matazu, Musawa and Kankara Local Government Areas. Read more »
Cote d'Ivoire/Nigeria: Ivorians Hold Onto Hope of Hosts-to-Win Ambition at Afcon
After almost missing out from Group A, the Elephants have booked a final date against Nigeria Read more »
Senegal: The Evil of Macky Sall's Civilian Coup in Senegal, By Toyin Falola
Senegal does not need Sall. Its people must get rid of him. How many people can he put in prison? How many can he kill? My Senegalese citizens, don't be afraid of this monste Read more »
Nigeria: What Is Driving Nigeria's Stock Market Boom?
The all-share index, which indicates the general market movement of stocks on the NGX, has hit several record levels since the middle of last year. Read more »
February 07
Africa: Nigeria Stuns South Africa - Super Eagles Zoom Into 2024 Afcon Final
Two penalty goals sent this encounter into penalties, where South Africa-based Nigerian goalkeeper Nwabali made two saves to send Nigeria into Sunday's final. Read more »
Nigeria: Many Nigerian Clerics Faking Prophecies, Miracles - Catholic Priest Mbaka
Mr Mbaka accused clerics who make fake prophecies and miracles of seeking money and fame. Read more »
Nigeria: Freed Ekiti Pupils Stable, to Be Discharged This Week - Official
The students and their teachers were brought to the hospital from Emure Ekiti by Mr Filani and some ministry officials, following Governor Biodun Oyebanji's directive shortly after… Read more »
Nigeria: Senate Committee Demands Details of N100 Billion Gas Project Fund
The compressed gas initiative was introduced after the government abolished petrol subsidy which led to over 200 per cent increase in petrol prices Read more »
February 06
West Africa: Ecowas Opposes President Sall, Demands Return to Electoral Calendar
Senegal's parliament on Tuesday voted to delay the presidential election to 15 December. Read more »
Nigeria: Protest Rattles Tinubu Administration, Orders Given On Food Prices
"The government is very concerned about what Nigerians are going through, especially what happened in Minna yesterday. Read more »
February 07
Nigeria/South Africa: Head-to-Head Record For Eagles, Bafana As Rivalry Renews in Bouake
Both teams began the tournament shakily but have steadily improved, with both recording clean sheets in their last four matches Read more »
Nigeria: Tiktok Creator Awards - Asake, Adekunle Gold, Ola of Lagos, Others Bag Nominations
TikTok says the awards are a tribute to the individuals shaping the cultural and digital landscape of Sub-Saharan Africa, setting new cultural trends, and influencing social… Read more »
Nigeria: Gunmen Release Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Nigerian University
The deputy vice-chancellor was abducted on 26 January from a petrol station where he drove in to refuel his car. Read more »
Africa: Players to Watch in Nigeria Vs South Africa Match
The battle for space in the final thirds will be crucial to determining who wins a final ticket when Nigeria confronts South Africa in Bouake on Wednesday Read more »
February 06
Senegal: New Bill Extends Sall's Tenure as President
The parliament of Senegal's adopted bill also extends Mr Sall's tenure which was due to end on 2 April until a new election. Read more »
Nigeria: Enugu Residents Bemoan High Cost, Scarcity of Drinking Water
The Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, last November, inaugurated water schemes in Enugu, and declared an end to water scarcity in the state. Read more »