August 07
Nigeria: 26 Banks Qualify in CBN's $876m Fx Auction
The sale conducted on Tuesday highlights the Central Bank's commitment to stabilising the foreign exchange market and ensuring effective price discovery Read more »
Nigeria: 24-Hour Curfew Remains in Kaduna, Zaria As Police Arrest 'Notorious Kidnapper'
"The 24-hour curfew is still in place, and being actively enforced by the security agencies..." Read more »
Nigeria: #EndBadGovernance Protests - Nigeria Arrests Seven Polish Citizens
Some of the protesters who carried the Russian flags told this newspaper that they did so to spite the Nigerian government. Read more »
Nigeria: Ekiti Govt Issues Advisory to Farmers As Dry Spell Persists
The Commissioner said the occurrence of the 2024 Little Dry Season (LDS) is projected to start from the 22 July through August, with some parts of Oyo, Ogun, Ekiti and Lagos likely… Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Appoints Governing Councils for Seven Universities, Six Other Tertiary Institutions
The president expects that the new members of the governing boards of these institutions will perform their functions effectively. Read more »
Africa: South Africa Ministry of Home Affairs Probes Chidinma Adetshina's Eligibility
"I urge anyone with evidence of malfeasance to contact our dedicated Counter-Corruption Unit. Evidence-based decisions, anchored in the rule of law, is how we defeat corruption and… Read more »
Nigeria: Several Miners Killed in Zamfara As Militant Groups Clash
Mr Sububu controls most mining sites in the Bagega and Sunke areas of Anka Local Government Area of Zamfara State. Read more »
Nigeria: Lawmakers Clarify Monthly Salaries, Remain Committed to 50% Pay Cut
"We wish to clarify that the actual monthly salary for members is N600,000, after deductions for advances such as housing, which are paid at the commencement of the tenure." Read more »
Nigeria: Pastor Jerry Eze Is Nigeria's Highest-Paid YouTuber - Report
The top five highest-earning YouTubers in Nigeria are pastors. Read more »
Nigeria: #EndBadGovernance - Protesters Declare 3-Day Mourning for Fallen Martyrs
"We have declared three days of mourning in Lagos State to honour our fallen 4 across the country who were killed by trigger-happy police and security agents during the ongoing… Read more »
Nigeria: What Nigerian Billionaires Can Learn From Bloomberg's $600m Gift to Black Medical Colleges - Osita Chidoka
"The Bloomberg example should motivate a mindset shift to contribute to a better Nigeria - where no man is oppressed." Read more »
Nigeria: Two Popular Protests, Thirty-Five Years Apart, Same Demands
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and former military ruler, Ibrahim Babangida, share a lot in common. The latter shot his way to power, while Tinubu won a controversial presidential… Read more »
Nigeria: Taraba Government Suspends Two Officials for Alleged Job Racketeering
The two suspended officers allegedly issued fake appointment letters under the preceding administration. Read more »
Nigeria: Paris 2024 - Amusan Wins Heat 1
Amusan started her quest for an Olympic medal on Wednesday when she won Heat 1 of the 100m women's hurdles event Read more »
Nigeria: #EndBadGovernance - Soldier Kills Protester in Zaria, Army Arrests Culprit
The soldier involved has been arrested and is undergoing interrogation, Mr Nwachukwu, a major general said. Read more »
Nigeria: 2024 Nigeria Women's Football League Championship Set to Hold in Calabar
The top two teams will be promoted to the NWFL Premiership, while two teams will be relegated to the third division of the women's league in Nigeria.. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Creative Hub Underway - Govt
"Within this innovative city, all the subsectors can demonstrate their ability to create jobs and boost tourism for increased contribution to national revenue". Read more »
Nigeria: INEC Releases Final Voter Registers for Edo, Ondo Governorship Polls
INEC said that the final registers were approved at the meeting of the commission in Abuja. Read more »
Nigeria: #EndBadGovernance - Kano Protesters Speak About Waving Russian Flags
"The government must listen to our concerns; they must bring back the fuel subsidy. The only flag that I cannot raise is that of Israel." Read more »
Nigeria: #EndBadGovernance - 30 Protesters Granted Bail in Katsina - Lawyer
The suspects were arraigned before several magistrates in the state on Monday. Read more »
Nigeria: Paris 2024 - Amusan Headlines Day 12 for Team Nigeria
Also on Wednesday, Samuel Ogazi, the 18-year-old history-maker, will compete in the men's 400m final. Read more »
Nigeria: Fitch Downgrades Dangote Industries As GCR Affirms Group's Ratings
The latest review of the creditworthiness of the corporation saw Fitch lower its National Long-Term Rating to 'B+(nga)' from 'AA(nga)' and placed the ratings of the group on rating… Read more »
Nigeria: #EndBadGovernance - Criminals Have Hijacked Rivers Protest - Police
"The ongoing protests in Rivers have devolved into criminal activities, with hoodlums harassing residents going about their lawful business." Read more »
August 06
Nigeria: Lagos Court Extends Protest Restriction Order
"This is to ensure that the state can continue to enjoy the relative peace being experienced despite the ongoing protests across the country." Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Government to Revive Textile Industry - Shettima
Nigeria's textile industry has continued to struggle for years despite the country's huge market potential for cotton production. Read more »