January 31
Nigeria: Recidivism - in Nigeria, Many Ex-Offenders Return to Crime After Serving Jail Terms
The mandate of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) is to reform and rehabilitate offenders to become better citizens but some inmates return to crime after serving their… Read more »
Africa: Afcon - South Africa Shock Morocco, Mali Ease Through
All top five FIFA-ranked teams have been dumped out at AFCON 2023 after South Africa shocked Morocco on Tuesday Read more »
Nigeria: Naira Hits All-Time Low At Forex Markets
Naira slipped to an all-time low at the official and unofficial markets on Tuesday to trade N1,482.57 and N1,491.00 respectively Read more »
January 30
Nigeria: Again, Senate Summons Security Chiefs Over Rising Insecurity Across Nigeria
The Senate said it has the responsibility to collaborate with the executive to resolve the rising insecurity in the country. Read more »
Nigeria: Current Strategy to Tackle Insecurity Not Working, Reps Speaker Tells Tinubu
"I implore the president not to shy away from making the tough decisions. If necessary, we must not hesitate to enact changes within our security apparatus, for the cost of… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Minister Reveals More About Homeless Ex-Tennis Champion
The ex-lawn tennis star was recently captured in a video clip roaming the streets of Awka, the Anambra State capital. Read more »
Nigeria: Community Guidelines - Nigerian Govt to Revoke Mining Licences
"Any company that fails to sign their community development agreement stands the risk of having its licences revoked," Mr Alake said. Read more »
Nigeria: Alake Condemns Killing of Traditional Rulers, Kidnap of School Children in Ekiti
The two traditional rulers - the Onimojo of Imojo -Ekiti, Olatunde Olusola; and Elesun of Esun Ekiti, David Ogunsola, were reportedly gruesomely j murdered by their assailants… Read more »
Nigeria: Corruption Ranking - Why Nigeria Recorded Marginal Improvement, Maintained Low Score in 2023 CPI - CISLAC, TI
TI and its Nigerian chapter, CISLAC, offered some reasons for Nigeria's marginal, unimpressive improvement in number of points scored and position among the 180 countries assessed. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Makes Strides in Transparency International Index Ranking
Nigeria's slight improvement in points scored places it below the Sub-Saharan African average of 33 points. Read more »
West Africa: Nigeria Reacts to Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso's 'Exit' From Ecowas
"Nigeria stands with ECOWAS to emphasise due process and shared commitment to protect and strengthen the rights and welfare of all citizens of Member States," it said. Read more »
Nigeria: FRSC Arrests 4,907 Traffic Offenders in FCT - Official
Mr Chorrie said that non-use of seat belts, use of phones while driving and overspeeding were the major causes of accidents during the operation. Read more »
Nigeria: INEC Takes Delivery of Sensitive Materials for Saturday's Re-Run Polls in Kaduna
Elections will take place in six constituencies covering seven local government areas including; Chikun, Igabi, Kaduna South, Kudan, Kachia, Kagarko and Kauru. Read more »
January 29
Nigeria: Again, Tinubu Meets Ex-Atiku Spokesperson, Daniel Bwala, in France
Mr Bwala supported President Tinubu during the presidential primaries of the APC, however, the two fell out over the controversial Muslim/Muslim ticket. Read more »
Nigeria: CBN Injects Additional $500m to Clear Fx Backlog
The CBN's focus is on addressing fundamental issues that have hindered the effective operation of the Nigerian FX markets over the years. Read more »
Nigeria: Dangote Refinery to Import U.S. Crude
Dangote Petroleum Refinery had earlier in the month commenced production of diesel and aviation fuel Read more »
Nigeria: INEC, NAF to Partner On Airlift of By-Election Materials
"Materials are being delivered to many locations. Given the size and distance of some constituencies, we seek the support of NAF to expeditiously deliver materials to three… Read more »
January 30
Niger: Nigeriens Celebrate Exit From Ecowas but How Does It Solve Their Problems?
Analysts see the three countries' decision as an unwise one. Read more »
January 29
Nigeria: Cross River Govt Ceded Part of Cocoa Estate to Family in Error - Official
The official said the government has withdrawn the plots from the family. Read more »
Nigeria: 48 Nigerian CSOs Ask Tinubu to Declare State of Emergency On Security
The organisation said between May 2023 when President Tinubu assumed office and January 2024, at least 2,423 people have been killed in mass atrocities-related incidents and about… Read more »
Nigeria: Fubara Appoints Ex-Speaker Chief of Staff
Edison Ehie was the speaker of the defunct four-member faction of the Rivers House of Assembly. Read more »
Nigeria: Soludo Orders Rehabilitation of Homeless Ex-Tennis Champion
The ex-tennis star was captured in a video clip roaming the streets of Awka, the Anambra State capital. Read more »
Nigeria: 'I Feel Heavy in My Spirit, It's Not Been Easy,' Fubara Says of Rivers Crisis
The Rivers House of Assembly, which is loyal to Mr Wike, recently stripped Governor Fubara of powers to appoint officials for the local councils in the state. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Woman, Pelumi Nubi, Set to Solo Drive From London to Nigeria
Ms Nubi will traverse 17 countries in two months and explore every city and country. Read more »
Cote d'Ivoire/Nigeria: Afcon 2023 Extra - Like Lagos, Like Abidjan: 7 Striking Similarities
Anyone who's experienced the notorious Lagos traffic dance will find a familiar partner in Abidjan. Read more »