Nigeria: Nollywood Actor Ayobami Olabiyi Is Dead

The passing of Olabiyi adds to the growing list of Nollywood losses in just 2024, which includes notable figures such as John Okafor, Amechi Muonagor, Adejumoke Aderounmu, Junior… Read more »

Nigeria: Anti-Drug Agency Seizes 115.226kg of Illicit Drugs, Arrests 149 Suspects in Ebonyi

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Ebonyi State said it has seized 115.226 kilogrammes of illicit substances and arrested 149 suspects in the third quarter of the… Read more »

Nigeria: Dozens Killed in Tanker Explosion

Most of the victims were killed in an explosion after they surrounded the accident scene, the police said. Read more »

Nigeria: Govt Inaugurates Another Committee to Renegotiate 2009 Agreement With ASUU, Other Unions

The stalled renegotiation of the agreement is currently threatening industrial peace in the country's public universities. Read more »

Nigeria: Oxfam, CISLAC Seek Tax Reform to Address Widening Wealth Gap Among Nigerians

The groups called for measures to address tax evasion by the rich in Nigeria. Read more »

Nigeria: Grid Collapse - One Nigerian State Shines At Night When Others Are in Darkness. This Is Why

Nigeria has been experiencing frequent power outages, partly caused by ageing infrastructure. Read more »

Nigeria: Bill to Establish Nigerian Coast Guard Scales Second Reading in Senate

The sponsor said the bill sought to establish the Nigerian Coast Guard to be charged with the responsibility of securing maritime zones within Nigeria. Read more »

Nigeria: CPPE Speaks On Latest Increase in Nigeria's Inflation

The think tank said the resurgence of high inflationary pressures is troubling, despite monetary policy measures to tame it. Read more »

Nigeria: Herbert Wigwe's Family Refutes Dispute Over Late Banker's Assets, Father's Involvement

The family denied any family battle over the late Herbert Wigwe's estate. Read more »

Nigeria/Libya: Afcon Qualifiers - Nigeria's Super Eagles Stay Top Despite Libya Controversy

Nigeria's Super Eagles remain in pole position in Group D with seven points from three games Read more »

Nigeria: Speed Darlington Speaks On Police Detention, Burna Boy's Alleged Role

Darlington was arrested over allegations of defamation and cyberstalking related to Burna Boy. Read more »

Nigeria: Minister Urges Airline Operators to 'Treat Nigerians Well', Serve Local Dishes

The minister decried how some foreign airlines lift Nigerian Passengers with outdated aircraft while using the most modern ones in other countries. Read more »

Nigeria: Again, Nigeria's Electricity Grid Collapses

The grid collapsed around 9:17 a.m. on Tuesday, with generation dropping significantly. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria's Annual Inflation Rate Rises After Two Months Consecutive Fall

The September 2024 Headline inflation rate showed an increase of 0.55 per cent compared to the August 2024 headline inflation rate. Read more »

Nigeria: Abia Govt Begins Disbursement of Interest-Free Loans to 302 Farmers - Official

The beneficiaries had received government-sponsored training in various agricultural ventures. Read more »

Nigeria/Libya: Nigerian Parliament Moves to Investigate the Ill-Treatment of Its National Football Team in Libya

The Super Eagles were left stranded at Al Abraq Airport for 12 hours after landing in Libya. Read more »

Nigeria: Lagos Targets 18m Residents for Vaccine-Preventable Diseases

According to Mr Bowale, 85 per cent of people from nine months to 44 years will be given Yellow Booster doses while other vaccines will be administered too. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria Records 1,025 Lassa Fever Cases, 174 Deaths in Eight Months

The report also noted that in the reporting week, there were two deaths. Read more »

Nigeria: Fact-Check - Did Akpabio Advise Nigerians to Go for Free Food Whenever They See One?

In a video clip, a voice that sounds like Mr Akpabio says, "Times are difficult, and wherever you see free food, please endeavour to avail yourself." Read more »

Nigeria: Bobrisky Saga - Court Orders Verydarkman to Delete Defamatory Videos, Comments Against Falana

The judge issued the order on Monday in a ruling on Mr Falana's preliminary application for pre-emptive actions to restrain VeryDarkMan from further defaming him and his son. Read more »

Nigeria/Libya: Super Eagles' Experience in Libya - What It Says About CAF, NFF, African Football, Social Media

The Super Eagles are safely back in Nigeria after almost 20 hours of being deliberately marooned at the Al-Abraq Airport in Bayta, where they had gone to honour a Group D 2025… Read more »

Nigeria: Many Nigerian Lawmakers Consume, Trade in Hard Drugs - Senator

The Kano senator also recommended drug tests for politicians before contesting elections and assuming political positions. Read more »

Nigeria/Libya: CAF Releases New Statement On Libya Vs Nigeria Afcon Qualifier Debacle

Contrary to initial reports suggesting a potential walkover, CAF announced that the match will not take place as scheduled Read more »

Nigeria: Govt Targets Inflation Relief Through Agriculture

"We are looking to food production to help bring down inflation." Read more »

Nigeria: Lagos Red Rail Will Transport Up to 500,000 Commuters Daily - Sanwo-Olu

The governor said the Red Rail Line solidifies his administration's transportation legacy. Read more »