October 14, 2023
Nigeria: Southern Senators Will Resist Any Move Against Akpabio - Lawmaker
Clement Jimbo, a member of the House of Representatives from Abak/Etim Ekpa/Ika federal constituency of Akwa Ibom State, says there is no substance to the reported plot to remove… Read more »
October 13, 2023
Nigeria: Tinubu Appoints New Board, Management for FERMA
President Tinubu says he expects the new appointees to achieve integrous and competent service delivery, given the central role FERMA will play in the sustainable health of… Read more »
Nigeria: Lawmakers Accuse Akpabio of Ambushing Senate to Hastily Pass Bills
"We have been ambushed all the time that very sensitive bills are brought and are expected to be passed with the speed of light, which is not good for this country." Read more »
Nigeria: INEC Hold Mock Accreditation of Voters in Kogi, Imo, Bayelsa On Saturday
INEC chairman called on the residents/voters in the selected polling units in Imo, Bayelsa and Kogi states to come out en masse to participate in the mock accreditation exercise. Read more »
Nigeria: Davido, Chioma Welcome Twins in the U.S.
This remarkable moment arrives a year after the couple's firstborn, Ifeanyi, tragically drowned in a swimming pool in the singer's Banana Island residence. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Plans 50% Subsidy for Wheat Farmers - Minister
The minister says the federal government is granting 50 per cent subsidy to wheat farmers to ensure massive production of the grain in the country. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Appoints New CEOs for CAC, SON, SMEDAN, Others
A statement said the move is in line with the president's resolve to facilitate trade expansion through small, medium and large scale industries in the country. Read more »
Nigeria: Impeachment - Ondo Assembly Halts Proceedings Against Deputy Governor After CJ's Letter
The house took the decision at its sitting in Akure on Thursday. Read more »
Nigeria: Lagos Govt Seal Off More Markets Over Filth
While Mile 12 is an international foodstuffs market, Owode Onirin is a one-stop iron and steel market. Read more »
Nigeria: Shell Admits Crude Oil Spill From Peremabiri Flow Station in Bayelsa
Shell says an investigation into crude oil from Peremabiri flow station in Bayelsa to unravel the cause and volume of oil discharged is underway. Read more »
Nigeria: Security Operatives Rescue 18 People Kidnapped in Kebbi
The 18 persons were on Wednesday abducted from their homes at Kanya in Danko Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State. Read more »
Nigeria: Imo Governorship Election Won't Hold in Some Polling Units - Official
INEC says it is prepared to conduct the upcoming Imo State governorship election in 4,720 polling units in the state. Read more »
Nigeria: 11 Vehicles Burnt in Petrol Tanker Explosion in Lagos
Lagos fire agency says no lives were lost and no "injuries recorded as occupants escaped unhurt." Read more »
Nigeria: Lagos Court to Take Final Arguments in American Businessman's Visa Scam Trial
EFCC is prosecuting Mr Ramirez, an American businessman, alongside his companies, for an alleged $1.2 million visa scam. Read more »
October 12, 2023
Nigeria: Peter Obi's Academic Records Questionable - LP Faction
The LP faction said the name written on Mr Obi's academic certificate from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) was different from the name his NYSC certificate bears. Read more »
Nigeria: Era of Exporting Raw Materials Over - Alake
The minister called on potential investors in the country's vast mineral sector to consider value addition in order to generate more revenue for the country and also create jobs… Read more »
Nigeria: Supreme Court Dismisses SDP Candidate's Appeal Against Delta Governor Oborevwori
The appeal by Kenneth Gbagi of the SDP is an offshoot of the petition he filed at the Delta State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal to challenge Governor Oborevwori's victory… Read more »
Nigeria: Doping - Nigeria's Divine Oduduru Gets Six-Year Ban, Slammed Over N3m Fine
The ban is retroactive, starting from 9 February 2023, the date of Oduduru's provisional suspension - and extends until 8 February 2029 Read more »
Nigeria: World Sight Day - Nigerian Govt Unveils Policy Documents to Improve Eye Health
The minister said the initiative will help strengthen the eye health system to contribute to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. Read more »
Nigeria: Professor Caught Cheating in Examination Fails to Make SAN Final List
The Legal Practitioners and Privileges Committee (LPPC), last month, shortlisted Ms Daudu's name alongside 68 other lawyers for the prestigious SAN rank. Read more »
Nigeria: Police in Kogi Arrest Stepmother Whose Son Allegedly Buried Stepbrother Alive
The stepmother allegedly ordered her son to punish her 11-year-old step son for stealing her money. Read more »
Nigeria: Lagos Begins Removal of Illegally Parked, Abandoned Trailers Off Apapa-Oshodi Expressway
The enforcement team which was led by LASTMA boss, Bolaji Oreagba, immediately removed over 18 trailers. Read more »
Nigeria: Reps Summon Tuggar, Dabiri-Erewa Over Incarceration of 250 Nigerians in Ethiopian Prisons
The lawmakers said the urgent intervention of the Nigerian government is needed to prevent further maltreatment of its citizens in the East African country. Read more »
Nigeria: Military Airstrikes Kill Militants On Attack Mission
Residents described the airstrikes as "unusual achievements in recent times", adding that the attack was successful following local intelligence provided and the timely response of… Read more »
Nigeria: Catholic Priest Threatens to Quit Over Alleged Oppression By Church
The Catholic church has reacted to the comment from the priest. Read more »