August 22
Nigeria: Skitmaker Kiekie Launches Game Talent Show, Offers N30m Star Prize
Tagged 'Kiekie Unscripted Experience', Kiekie says it is designed to discover and celebrate the most talented individuals across various categories. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Speaks On Killing of Traditional Ruler in Sokoto
President Tinubu assured Nigerians that his administration is aggressively removing threats to ensure the security of the nation. Read more »
Nigeria: Lateef Adedimeji's Two-Part Epic Film Lisabi Set to Debut On Netflix
The movie spotlights the life and legacy of the fabled Yoruba hero Lisabi, whose life made a lasting impression in Nigerian history. Read more »
Nigeria: How Govt Can Tackle Malaria Scourge Decisively in Nigeria - Don
"Our habit of turning gutters into dumping sites during the wet season blocks river flow, creating stagnant water ideal for mosquito breeding. Let us stop habits that create… Read more »
Nigeria: Future of Nigerians Mortgaged By Tinubu, Family - Atiku
The future of Nigerians has been effectively mortgaged to President Bola Tinubu, his family, and associates," Mr Atiku said. Read more »
Nigeria: Ronaldo's YouTube Subscribers Surge Past 14 Million
Within 90 minutes, over 1 million subscribers had joined the channel, with the number skyrocketing to 4 million within four hours. Read more »
Nigeria: Why Nigeria's Food Crisis Will Last Longer Than Expected - Expert
Nigeria faces significant food security challenges exacerbated by escalating conflicts, economic instability, and a typical staple food price crisis. Read more »
August 21
Africa: Cross Border Movement, Poor Response Capacity Drivers of Mpox Spread - Africa CDC
The agency also noted that many African countries are highly vulnerable to mpox infection due to widespread malnutrition and the prevalence of HIV. Read more »
Nigeria: How Nigeria Can Embrace Technological Innovations in Ensuring Food Security - Expert
Mr Joshua called for increased investment in agricultural research and infrastructure to build a resilient agricultural system capable of withstanding shocks from climate change,… Read more »
Nigeria: Borno Governor Offers ₦2 Million Training Allowance to Doctors to Discourage 'Japa'
Under the initiative, the governor said 50 medical doctors under the state government's employment, will each receive ₦2 million. Read more »
Nigeria: Swipha Bags Who Pre-Qualification for Sulfadoxine Plus Pyrimethamine Tablet to Combat Malaria in Pregnancy
Malaria remains a significant public health challenge in many parts of the world, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa, where pregnant women and children under five years of age are… Read more »
Nigeria: Security Agencies Kill 27 Suspected Kidnappers - Official
The suspects were killed during shootouts with the security agencies in different parts of the state, Onochie Ezeh, a police operative who led the team of operatives, said on… Read more »
Nigeria: South African Home Affairs Reveals More in Stolen Identity Case of Adetshina's Mother
The South Africa Department of Home Affairs has revealed more about the investigation launched into Chidimma Adetshina's citizenship authenticity. Read more »
Nigeria: Supplements Meant for Malnourished Children Being Diverted, Sold in Sokoto - Unicef
The UNICEF official said most of Sokoto State's key indicators, such as antenatal care, immunisation, and mortality rates, portrayed very poor performance. Read more »
Nigeria: NAFDAC Mops Up Fake Milo Drinks
The NAFDAC office began the inspections in markets and superstores to get rid of the fake Milo in circulation following a directive from the headquarters." Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Airstrikes Kill Five Terrorist Commanders, 35 Fighters in Borno - Official
"Consequently, coordinated airstrikes were launched over the location, and the targets successfully engaged." Read more »
August 22
Nigeria: PDP Crisis - I Won't Abdicate My Responsibility, Damagun Replies Edwin Clark, Others
"And to my detractors, let me tell you, you'll see more of that later because I will not abdicate my responsibility. But I will act within the confines of the law, as stipulated by… Read more »
August 21
Nigeria: Edo 2024 - Poll Gives Ighodalo Lead Over Okpebholo, Akpata
Although the PDP candidate is leading his two main challengers with over 20 per cent, it is however statistically insignificant when the number of respondents is compared with the… Read more »
August 22
Nigeria: NAFDAC Intercepts Petrol Tankers Carrying Edible Oil in Lagos
NAFDAC said it acted "on a tip-off" regarding the potentially hazardous cargo set to be transported against regulatory standards. Read more »
Nigeria: Another ASUU Strike Looms As Union Gives Govt 21 Days Ultimatum
ASUU asked the governments to address all the "outstanding issues" hindering the development of the nation's universities. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Increases Passport Fees
The new passport charges take effect from 1 September. Read more »
Nigeria: Why Fuel Scarcity Will Keep Resurfacing for Long - Tuc President
The TUC president gives reasons why the lingering fuel scarcity may resurface intermittently for a long time. Read more »
August 21
Nigeria: In Ibadan, Motorists Lament As Fuel Pump Price Hits ₦880 Per Litre
Dauda Tijani, a commercial driver, lamented that the persistent increase in the price of fuel has reduced his daily profits, making it difficult to feed his household. Read more »
Africa: Edo 2024 - Yiaga Africa Trains 62 Journalists, CSOs
"The purpose of the training is for the participants to know the purpose of watching the votes." Read more »
August 22
Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Fines Fidelity Bank N555.8 Million Over Data Breaches - Official
He said that the commission commenced an investigation into Fidelity Bank in April 2023 and, upon conclusion, found that it defaulted. Read more »