May 01
Nigeria: Sixteen Travellers Killed in Enugu Road Crash
The victims were burnt beyond recognition, according to the police. Read more »
April 30
Nigeria: Nigerian Govt to Grant Full Operating Licence to Dangote Refinery
We awarded Dangote refinery even in their pre-commissioning and sooner than later, they will have full commission and a valid licence to operate," Mr Ahmed said. Read more »
Nigeria: Several Nigerian States to Experience Heavy Rainfall in Next Three Days - NiMet
Heavy rainfall can cause flash flooding, riverine flooding, soil erosion, thunder and lightning, and strong winds. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Approves Salary Increase for Some Civil Servants
The talks between the government and labour unions, NLC and TUC, for a substantial increase in the salaries of government workers are still ongoing. Read more »
Nigeria: Reps Ask NERC to Suspend Electricity Tariff Hike, to Launch Investigation
NERC had earlier this month announced an increment in the electricity tariff for Band A consumers. Read more »
Nigeria: Davido Shuns Noise, Celebrates Wife's 29th Birthday in Jamaica
Davido appears to have moved past the social media uproar that followed his exchange with his colleague and long-standing rival, Wizkid, Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerians Spent N2.1 Billion On Hollywood Films in Cinema in 2023 - Report
Comscore, an American company that provides marketing data and analytics in the media and entertainment industry, disclosed this in data compiled by FilmOne Entertainment. Read more »
Nigeria: Amid Fuel Scarcity, Petroleum Marketers Threaten to Shut Down Outlets
"We call on our members to however remain resolute and law-abiding, even as we draw close to the immediate ultimatum for our demands to be met and addressed by the NMDPRA," the… Read more »
April 29
Nigeria: Who Has the Naira's Back?
The chortle was difficult to suppress, true. Even though as the naira's exchange rate strengthened against major traded currencies a couple of weeks ago, you could tell that it… Read more »
April 28
Nigeria: Why I'm Still in Love With Shade, 25 Years After - Razaq Okoya
Shade married Mr Okoya in 1999 when she was 21, while he was 59. Read more »
Nigeria: Tanker Fire - Governors' Forum Seeks Safer Transportation of Petroleum, Gas Products
"We have spoken with the head of the downstream petroleum regulatory agency, and there will be a review of some laws to ensure safety," Mr AbdulRazaq said. Read more »
April 29
Nigeria: Attorney-General Adoke and the Burden of Freedom
It is difficult to escape the conclusion that in part of the book, at least, Adoke was - to put it rather mildly - less than economical with the truth. Read more »
Nigeria: Recognising and Avoiding 'Reputable' but 'Dead' Churches
When you want to make your choice of a church, Jeremiah 3:15 must be your guide rail. Read more »
Nigeria: Premium Times Books Presents New Title On Creating and Monetising Media Content
This 280-page book, comprising 15 chapters and informative epilogues, is an innovative resource material. Read more »
April 28
Nigeria: 10 Stand-Out Street Foods At 2024 Gtco Food & Drink Festival (Photos)
One of the festival's biggest hits is street food! Imagine walking through the festival grounds, surrounded by the hustle and bustle of vendors grilling delicious treats. Read more »
April 30
Nigeria: Terrorism Trial - Detained Miyetti Allah Leader Seeks Bail
Mr Bodejo, a leader of Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, who is held in the custody of the Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA) in Abuja, faces terrorism charges, including establishing an… Read more »
Nigeria: Sixteen Suspects Arrested Over Killing of Police Operative
The slain inspector is the second police operative to be killed in the state within a week. Read more »
Nigeria: Commuters Stranded in Ogun As Fuel Scarcity Grounds Transportation Services
From Panseke to Iyana Mortuary, Ijaye, Sapon and other bus stops, commuters, including primary and secondary school students, were left stranded and trekking long distances. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerians Have Lost Trust in INEC - Yiaga
Yiaga Africa said despite the technological strides by INEC, citizens do not trust the umpire to conduct free and fair elections. Read more »
Nigeria: Fuel Queues Will Be Cleared By Wednesday Across Nigeria - NNPCL
"Unfortunately, we experienced a three-day disruption in distribution due to logistical issues, which has since been resolved." Read more »
Nigeria: Shell - Nigerian Govt Develops Divestment Framework
The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) said the framework, which consists of seven cardinal pillars, would also guide other similar investments in the… Read more »
Nigeria: Fuel Scarcity, Electricity Tariff Hikes, Others May Engage Lawmakers' Attention As NASS Reconvenes Today
The lawmakers adjourned plenary sessions on 20 March for Easter and Eid-el-Fitr break. Read more »
Nigeria: Despite Tariff Increase, Nigerian Govt to Subsidise Electricity With N2.8trn in 2024 - Minister
The minister also said the country needs about $10 billion annually for the next ten years to revive the nation's power sector and end the liquidity challenge. Read more »
April 29
Nigeria: Guinness World Records - Nigerian Concludes 115-Hour Ironing Marathon
The longest marathon ironing record attempt was held at the Jabi Lake Mall in Abuja. Read more »
April 30
Nigeria: Gunmen Abduct Nigerian Singer, Demand $200,000 Ransom
"...You have seven days to pay $200,000 for your artiste, or we will send out his head". Read more »