September 19, 2023
Nigeria: How Ogun Senator's Aide Was Killed - Police
The police say the suspects had previously been arrested and arraigned in court for other crimes but were released. Read more »
Nigeria: Militant Kingpin Fines Communities Millions for Allegedly Providing Information to Security Agencies
The terrorist said the communities must pay N3 million or face his wrath. Read more »
Nigeria: Tribunal Set to Deliver Judgement On Kano's Iconic Governorship Election Dispute
The tribunal announced the judgement day in a notice issued to the lawyers representing parties to the case on Monday. Read more »
Nigeria: Fresh Hurdle for Tobi Amusan As AIU Files Appeal At CAS
Just as she has defeated her challengers in major hurdles competitions in recent years, Tobi Amusan will now hope to clear the AIU appeal hurdle. Read more »
Nigeria: Was There Really a Consensus That Fuel Subsidy Should Go?
In my last week's column (Beyond the PEPT's Judgement), I argued, among other things, that the Western brand of liberal democracy we currently practice does not, and cannot work in… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Develops National Policy On Patient Safety
The policy is in line with resolution 18 of the 55th World Health Assembly which called for member states to recognise the burden of patient safety and to set up policies to manage… Read more »
September 18, 2023
Nigeria: Nigerian Troops Kill More Suspected IPOB Members in South-East
Some police operatives took part in the operation, the army said. Read more »
September 19, 2023
Nigeria: VP's Office, WEMA Bank to Train Youth On Digital Skills, Empower SMEs
The partnership will train two million youths and empower one million Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across Nigeria. Read more »
Nigeria: Benue State Governor Revives Moribund Health Scheme As NMN Inducts 41 Fresh Doctors
Under the scheme, medical students received financial support from the state government while at university and were required to serve for at least two years after graduation. Read more »
Nigeria: Why Tinubu Lawyers' Mark On CTC of PEPC Judgement?
The appearance of a copy of the PEPC judgement with 'Tinubu Presidential Legal Team' imprinted on its over 700 pages intensified the controversy over the judicial verdict on the 25… Read more »
Nigeria: Peter Obi in Bangladesh, Urges Commonwealth Nations to Pay Special Attention to SMEs
Mr Obi said SMEs were emerging as the undisputed engine of rapid economic expansion and growth globally. Read more »
Nigeria: SDG Summit - Despite Apparent Failure, World Leaders Express Hope
"Renewed faith in us by the people who depend on us will help us earn credibility, trust and a sense of confidence that UN-led multilateralism delivers." Read more »
September 18, 2023
Nigeria: Govt, Labour Congress Meeting Ends in Deadlock
Another meeting has been scheduled for a later date. Read more »
September 19, 2023
Nigeria: Nigeria, Others Adopt Declaration to Accelerate SDGs At 78 UNGA
The UN says SDGs are not just a list of goals but that they carry the hopes, dreams, rights and expectations of people everywhere. Read more »
Nigeria: UNGA 78 - Tinubu to Address General Assembly Tuesday
Mr Tinubu's address will encompass several issues such as sustainable development, climate change, global cooperation, and the imperative to address inequalities and global… Read more »
September 18, 2023
Nigeria: Tinubu Appoints Ex-FCT Minister Modibbo, Fasua, 16 Others As Shettima's Aides
The statement said the new appointees will support the "Renewed Hope" agenda of the federal government. Read more »
Nigeria: Governor Orders Crackdown As Police Confirm Eight Dead in Ogun Cult Clashes
Governor Abiodun directed the police and sister security agencies to deal ruthlessly and decisively with those disturbing the peace in Sagamu. Read more »
Nigeria: MohBad - Lawyer Writes Lagos Govt, Calls for Coroner's Inquest
The lawyer has called for a corner's inquest to determine the cause and circumstances of Mohbad's death. Read more »
Nigeria: Industry-Based Research By Nigerian Academics Will Receive Tinubu's Support - Minister
The minister asked members of the academic community to see research beyond promotion and career advancement. Read more »
Nigeria: Guinness World Record - Nigerian Marathoner Reader Hits 145 Hours Target
When certified by the Guinness World Records, Mr Obot would have beaten a previous record of 124 hours set in September 2022 by a Kyrgyzstan, Rysbai Isakov, in Bursa, Turkey. Read more »
Nigeria: Gunmen Kidnap Catholic Priest, Six Others
The kidnappers are reportedly demanding N100 million ransom. Read more »
Nigeria: Oyo Kingmakers Split Over Appointment of New Alaafin
The Alaafin of Oyo throne has been vacant nearly 18 months after Oba Lamidi Adeyemi's death, despite the Oyomesi unanimously recommending Lukman Gbadegesin to Governor Seyi Makinde… Read more »
Nigeria: How TC Records Has Denied Me Royalties for Over 14 Years - Durella
Durella is not affiliated with any record label, but his songs continue to garner streams across various music platforms, with royalties paid to his ex-label boss. Read more »
Nigeria: Document, Court Judgment Show New Alaafin Selected By Oyo Kingmakers
When contacted, the Bashorun of Oyo, Yusuf Akinade, confirmed the process has been concluded. Read more »
Nigeria: One Hospitalised As Buildings Collapse in Lagos
The buildings collapsed as a result of ageing and poor maintenance on the part of the owners, officials say. Read more »