September 09
Nigeria: ICPC Rallies 36 State Attorneys-General Against Corruption in Abuja
ICPC says it has put in place strong measures to tackle corruption. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Pastor's 'Miracle' Water, Soap Under Investigation - NAFDAC
NAFDAC said it sealed the Globod Table Water factory for allegedly aiding and abetting the production... Read more »
Nigeria: Adulterated Fuel - Senate Panel Postpones Planned Public Hearing
The panel, inaugurated on 3 July, was also asked to investigate the reasons behind refineries' failure to commence operation despite the huge funds allocated for that purpose… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Security Conundrum and the New NIA/SSS Chiefs
Whether in Sokoto, Zamfara or Yobe states, or indeed in other parts of the country, Nigerians are going through a nightmare with bandits, kidnappers, arsonists and mass murderers. Read more »
Nigeria: Multiple Attacks, Arrest of Police Operatives for Murder, Other Top Stories From South-East
This is a review of top events which made headline in Nigeria's South-east within the past week Read more »
September 08
Nigeria: NDLEA Intercepts UK, Europe-Bound Cocaine, Opioids in Lagos
NDLEA says not less than 30 parcels of cocaine weighing 1.1 kilograms were concealed in hair cream containers in one of the logistics companies. Read more »
Nigeria: Real Reason Ajuri Ngelale Stepped Down As Tinubu's Spokesperson
Mr Ngelale started his journalism career in 2011 as a broadcaster with the Africa Independent Television and later with Channels TV. Read more »
Nigeria: 48 Killed As Petrol Tanker Explodes in Niger
Emergency workers are conducting rescue operations at the scene of the petrol tanker accident. Read more »
September 06
Nigeria: Fuel Price Hike - More Nigerians Will Suffer Depression, Hospitalisation - Nma
NMA said it is nearly impossible for doctors who earn an average of $300 per month to cope with the new development. Read more »
Nigeria: Flood - Fear Grips Maiduguri Residents As River Overflows Bank
Abubakar Ibrahim of Bulabulin ward said some residents of the ward had started moving out of the area. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Troops Battle Terrorists in Borno, Kaduna, Kill Many - Official
In Borno, the terrorists were forced to abandon 24 hostages who were rescued by the troops after a fierce firefight. Read more »
Nigeria: U.S. Court Jails Two Nigerians of Sextortion That Caused Minor's Death
The Nigerian brothers were extradited from Lagos to the United States in August 2023 over their sextortion activities that caused a minor's death. Read more »
Nigeria: Why Zamfara Govt Won't Pay Bandits Money or Dialogue With Them - Official
The state government said this in response to documents circulating online with claims that it had released huge funds to some bandits' kingpins for dialogue in the state. Read more »
September 05
Nigeria: Labour Party Crisis Continues As Ex-Finance Minister Heads Caretaker Committee
The party leaders formed a 29-man caretaker committee, urging it to organise ward, local government, state congresses and national convention of the party within 90 days. Read more »
Nigeria: Over N31 Billion Worth of Drugs, Military Camouflage Seized At Nigerian Port
This is the second time in less than two months such illicit goods have been seized at Onne Ports. Read more »
Nigeria: Enugu Govt Explains How Much Private Schools Should Pay As Taxes
An official said the new taxes is part of the reforms in the state's education sector. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Economic Activities Expand After 13 Months of Contraction - CBN Report
The PMI survey, conducted between August 12-16, involved Purchasing and Supply Executives from three key sectors of the economy: Industry, Services, and Agriculture. Read more »
Nigeria: After Meeting VP Shettima, Minister Lokpobiri Explains Hike in Petrol Price
At NNPC retail stations, petrol now sell for between N855 and N897 per litre, depending on the location, from the previous N568-N617. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Politician, Who Wants to 'Japa', Sues U.S. Govt for Visa Denial
The notable APC member in Nasarawa State was displeased with the temporary denial of his EB-5 visa application and a prolonged administrative review that the US government is… Read more »
West Africa: Burkina Faso Issues Passport Without Ecowas Logo
This development further signalled the deterioration of relations between ECOWAS and three estranged Sahelian nations. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Breweries Turns to Heineken to Clear Heavy Foreign Exchange Overdue
Part of the cash is to help cut its local loan exposure of N550 billion. "This will lead to reduced interest burden, lower levels ratios and strengthened balance sheet," Nigerian… Read more »
Nigeria: PDP Chieftain Abducted in Ibadan
Mr Akika was picked up at his home on Wednesday Read more »
Nigeria: NNPC Yet to Lift Petrol From Dangote Refinery - Official
"We would like to state that NNPC has not commenced lifting of refined Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, from our Dangote Petroleum Refinery," Mr Chiejina said. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Opposition Lawmakers Reject Petrol Price Hike, Demand Reversal
The lawmakers warned that the hike could fuel another round of protests across the country. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Economic Council Backs Initiative to Tackle Malnutrition in Nigeria
The council also agreed to prioritise nutrition interventions in the 2025 budget across federal, state, and local levels Read more »