November 06, 2023
Nigeria: Naira Strengthens Across Fx Markets Amidst Move to Boost Supply
In recent months, the naira has weakened significantly in both the authorised and unauthorised market segments. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Beach Volleyball Duo Off to Thailand for U21 World Championship
The coach of Nigeria U21 Beach volleyball team, Christiana Amadi has expressed optimism that the players would perform well at the championship. Read more »
Africa: Tinubu Attends Saudi-Africa Summit in Riyadh
The president will use the summit to attract Foreign Direct Investment into the country. Read more »
November 05, 2023
Nigeria: GIJC2023 - Despite Visa Challenges, Conference Reunites Journalists Against Global Threats
Participants say GIJC is far beyond tips shared in the classrooms and panel sessions, even as they hailed the collaborative opportunities and reunion presented by the in-person… Read more »
Nigeria: How Biafra Group's Sit-At-Home in South-East Denies Residents Access to Healthcare
Some residents now resort to self-medication while many women rely on TBAs for child delivery because the illegal sit-at-home order has affected operations of public health… Read more »
November 04, 2023
Nigeria: Nigeria's Investigation Bureau Speaks On Aircraft Incident in Ibadan
"The aircraft, on final approach to landing Runway 22, Ibadan Airport crashed short of the runway," the statement said. Read more »
November 05, 2023
Nigeria: How National Assembly Clerk Violates Nigeria's Code of Conduct Law
The company owned by NASS Clerk Tambuwal was incorporated in 2010 and is focused on "trading, to carry on the business of general contracting, trading, import, export, general… Read more »
Nigeria: Minister Hails Maiden Lagos-Ibadan Freight Train Trip
The maiden freight train departed the Apapa Port in Lagos on Thursday for Ibadan, laden with 30 units of 40-feet containers Read more »
Nigeria: Why We Quickly Passed N2.17 Trillion Supplementary Budget - Ndume
President Bola Tinubu transmitted the budget to the National Assembly on Tuesday and it was passed on Thursday. Read more »
Nigeria: Kaduna Pupil Released After Over 800 Days in Captivity
Treasure was the last of the 121 pupils kidnapped by bandits from their school in Chikun Local Government, Kaduna. Read more »
Nigeria: Twenty Bodies Recovered in Taraba Boat Mishap - Official
The boat was overloaded with bags of cement, iron rods, food items, animals, and over 100 passengers including children Read more »
Nigeria: Why Nigerians Should Be Patient With President Tinubu - Osita Iheme
"In this interview with PREMIUM TIMES, actor Osita Iheme opens up about his evolving career, aspirations, and insights into Nigeria's political landscape. Read more »
November 03, 2023
Nigeria: Apologise to Nigerian Workers Within Three Days or Risk Mass Action, Group Tells Tinubu
The NLC President, Joe Ajaero, was allegedly arrested and beaten up by the police in Owerri, the Imo State capital, on Wednesday. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Blunders, Appoints New REC From Akwa Ibom As Tenure of Current One Yet to Expire
Mr Tinubu nominated Etekamba Umoren as the REC from Akwa Ibom while the current REC from the state, Monday Udo-Tom, has until January 2024 before his five-year tenure expires. Read more »
Nigeria: I'm Hurt That Some Housemates Didn't Congratulate Me' - Ilebaye
The 22-year-old reality TV star also shared how being bullied in the BBNaija house made her feel alone and abandoned. Read more »
Nigeria: Veteran Actor Ameachi Muonagor Suffers Stroke, Seeks Financial Support
"I was to enter my car when I was struck with this problem, and since then, it's getting worse. Right now, I cannot move; I can't walk alone. The left side of my body is paralysed,… Read more »
Nigeria: Residents Stranded As Lagos Agency Seals Up Buildings
One of the occupants and a lawyer, Mr Alabi, said there is a presumption of law that the state government "is in the custody of approved building plans of the properties that have… Read more »
Nigeria: Why Negotiations Can't End Banditry
Previous negotiations with bandits have all failed due to some reasons. Read more »
Nigeria: Reps Panel Summons CBN, Discos, Over $321m, N18.2b Loans for Electricity Projects
The loans were taken during the last administration to enhance the transmission and distribution infrastructure but were not judiciously used. Read more »
Nigeria: Lagos Women Run Announces Innovations Ahead of Eighth Edition
The 2023 edition of the Lagos Women Run will be held on Saturday, 11 November, with the start point at the iconic Tafawa Balewa Square Read more »
Nigeria: NAFDAC Issues Warning Alert On Highly Caffeinated Energy Drinks Sold Online
NAFDAC says the consumption of products containing high levels of caffeine could cause headaches, insomnia, irritability, and nervousness. Read more »
November 02, 2023
Nigeria: We've Sufficient Stock of Currency Notes - CBN
"Nigerians are also advised to embrace alternative modes of payment, which would reduce pressure on using physical cash," the CBN said. Read more »
November 03, 2023
Nigeria: 2023 Census - Items Procured Before Postponement of Exercise Available for Scrutiny - Chairman
The House of Representatives had on Wednesday sought to investigate the N200 billion spent on preparations for the postponed 2023 census by NPC. Read more »
November 02, 2023
Nigeria: Navy Patrol Team Discovers Punctured Points On NNPCL Pipeline
The Navy said the points were being used by saboteurs to connect hoses and pumping machines to siphon huge quantities of PMS, conveyed along the pipeline thereby posing a… Read more »
West Africa: Lekki Port - West Africa's New Transshipment Hub?
It is estimated that the overall economic benefit will reach $361 billion over the next 45 years, and 170,000 direct and indirect jobs will be created. Read more »