February 03
Nigeria: 2024 Hajj - NAHCON Increases Hajj Fare Amidst Naira Crash
The commission initially announced N4.5 million as the fare for the 2024 Hajj but the fee has now been increased to N4.6 million for northern pilgrims and N4.8 million for pilgrims… Read more »
Nigeria: For the Record - Court Judgment Nullifying Uniuyo's Termination of Inih Ebong's Appointment As Lecturer
The lecturer, for over two decades, has been involved in a legal battle against the University of Uyo for the unlawful termination of his teaching appointment in 2002. Read more »
Nigeria: By-Election - Thugs Hijack Ballot Box At Minister's Constituency in Ondo, INEC Reacts
The Akoko North East/Akoko North-West Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives became vacant following the resignation of the former member representing the… Read more »
Nigeria: Cross River Re-Run - Long Queues of Voters Seen At Polling Units
The re-run , which commenced at about 9 a.m., saw a large presence of security operatives deployed to ensure peaceful conduct of the process in Calabar, the Cross River State… Read more »
Nigeria: Cfao, Sanofi Expand Collaboration for Drug Distribution in Nigeria
In 2023, at least five multinationals ceased operations in Nigeria, including the British multinational drugmaker and biotechnology company GlaxoSmithKline Plc (GSK). Read more »
Nigeria: No Plans to Convert $30bn Domiciliary Deposits to Naira - CBN
Describing these allegations as completely false, the CBN asserts that the intention behind such reports is to instigate panic within the foreign exchange market Read more »
Nigeria: Terrorists Abduct Bride, 52 Other Women, Kill Three Vigilantes in Katsina
The women were going to Unguwar Murjiya from Sabuwa when the terrorists struck. Read more »
Nigeria: Gbajabiamila Casts Vote, Assures End to Insecurity
Speaking with journalists after casting his vote, Mr Gbajabiamila assured that President Tinubu remains committed to solving the lingering issue of insecurity in the country. Read more »
Nigeria: Taraba Bye-Election - Sdp Candidate Stepped Down Voluntarily - Can
CAN says Mr Jabayang voluntarily stepped down a few hours to the alection after meeting with Governor Agbo Kefas. Read more »
Nigeria: Re-Run - Large Turnout of Women Voters Recorded in Bauchi
Voting commenced early in most polling centres with large turnout of women in the re-run for some Bauchi State House Assembly constituencies. Read more »
Nigeria: Album Review - Timi Dakolo's 'The Chorus Leader' Strikes Balance Between Love, Societal Commentary
Timi Dakolo's recent offering, The Chorus Leader, is his third album in 13 years. Read more »
Nigeria: Yobe By-Election Records Massive Voter Turnout
A Yobe State commissioner describes the turnout for the senatorial re-rerun election as impressive. Read more »
Nigeria: Anambra Re-Run - 94-Year-Old Votes, Speaks On Electoral Process
The 94-year-old reaffirmed his support for the electoral process after voting in Nnewi, Anambra State during the re-run election on Saturday. Read more »
Angola/Nigeria: Afcon 2023 - Angola Coach Blames Fatigue for Loss Against Super Eagles
Goncalves recognised the quality of Nigeria but pointed out that additional factors played in favour of the Super Eagles Read more »
Nigeria: Re-Run - INEC Rec Advises Political Parties to Accept Results
The INEC REC gave the advice during the re-run at Yauri in Yauri Local Government Area of Kebbi State on Saturday. Read more »
February 02
Sierra Leone: US, Sierra Leone Envoys Champion 'Incredibly Productive' Bilateral Ties
Sierra Leone's Ambassador and the U.S Ambassador to the United Nations spotlight meaningful meetings and an enduring partnership following during diplomatic visit. Read more »
February 03
Nigeria: Lagos Landfills - Mountains of Trash Pose Threat to Humans, Environment
Despite efforts by the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), a significant portion of waste remains uncollected, cluttering sidewalks, open spaces, and waterways. Read more »
February 02
North Africa: North Africans Dumped Out of Cote d'Ivoire's Afcon 2023
Morocco, fresh off their World Cup heroics, seemed destined for glory, while Egypt, led by Mohamed Salah, looked unstoppable Read more »
February 01
Nigeria: Facing Fx Crisis, Nigeria's Central Bank Lifts Exchange Rate Restrictions for Imtos
IMTOs are hereby allowed to quote exchange rates for naira payout to beneficiaries based on the prevailing market rates at the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market on a willing seller,… Read more »
Nigeria: After 10-Year Closure Over Boundary Dispute, Oyo Govt Orders Re-Opening of 23 Schools
According to the deputy governor, the state's Ministry of Education will oversee the schools after reopening, adding that the Ministry will do whatever is required to put the… Read more »
Nigeria: Lagos Govt Set to Launch Red Line Rail for Commercial Operations
"I am delighted to announce that the Red Line Rail project, covering Agbado to Otto, is ready for commissioning. With its inauguration just weeks away, we are set to provide more… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Women Eat More Dog Meat Than Men - Wildlife Expert
He mentioned three states in Nigeria which he said are top consumers of dog meat. Read more »
Nigeria: Groups Decry Arrest of 30 Women Protesting Jusgement On Nasarawa Governorship Poll
The police in Nasarawa State, on 20 January arrested 38 protesters for alleged public disturbance over the recent Supreme Court judgment, which upheld the election of Governor… Read more »
Nigeria: Pipeline Explosion Kills Five Vandals in Imo - Police
"They went for their normal pipeline vandalism when the incident occurred," the police in Imo said. Read more »
Nigeria: N7 Billion Proceeds of Money Laundering Traced to Religious Body - EFCC Chair
The EFCC chair explained the obstacles the commission faces in investigating the proceeds of money laundering traced to the unnamed religious body. Read more »