September 13, 2023
Nigeria: UNILAG - Protest Against Fee Hike Continues As VC Prepares to Meet Student Leaders
For further dialogue on the matter, the students of the university, the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) and other stakeholders are billed to meet with the… Read more »
September 14, 2023
Nigeria: Inside Ribadu's Fresh Approach to Combating Oil Theft
Since his appointment as National Security Adviser (NSA) by President Bola Tinubu, Malam Nuhu Ribadu has been emphasising the importance of curbing crude oil theft and losses to… Read more »
Nigeria: Again, Another Nigerian University Announces Fee Hike
Mr Tinubu had in a short statement in July directed the federal government-owned tertiary institutions against arbitrary increases in fees payable. Read more »
September 13, 2023
Nigeria: Election Tribunal Sacks Another Labour Party Lawmaker in Enugu
The sacking of the LP lawmaker came about 24 hours after a federal lawmaker from the party, Sunday Umeha, representing Udi/Ezeagu Federal Constituency of Enugu State, was sacked by… Read more »
September 14, 2023
Nigeria: Rush for Solid Minerals Turns Farmers Into Sacrificial Lambs in Nasarawa
Chinese companies are at the forefront of mining activities in Nasarawa State that are taking land away from local farmers. Read more »
September 13, 2023
Nigeria: Amusan, Brume Out to Reignite Spark in Oregon After Setbacks in Budapest
Nigeria's performance in Budapest was a disappointment, but it is not the end of the world. Read more »
Nigeria: Why Over 90% of Nigerian Senators Are Distracted - Ireti Kingibe
"In the last eight weeks or so, almost 90 per cent of the senators were distracted with one court case or the other. I want Nigerians to give us sometimes to see what we can bring… Read more »
Nigeria: Lagos Commissioner Nominee Explains Why She Was Not Sworn in
Ms Fasawe says she got a new role at the FCT as a mandate secretary for health services and environment. Read more »
Nigeria: Gates Foundation Lists Measures to Prevent Stillbirth, Infant Death in Low - Middle-Income Countries
The report also highlights seven life-saving innovations, which they said could be easily implemented by midwives and birth attendants to reduce maternal mortality. Read more »
Nigeria: One Missing As Sanwo-Olu Swears in 37 Commissioners, Special Advisers
PREMIUM TIMES found out that Dolapo Fasawe, the former boss of the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) who was confirmed by the House was not sworn in. Read more »
Nigeria: Residents Flee As Terrorists Sack Taraba Communities, Several Feared Kidnapped
The bandits started attacking the communities in August Read more »
Nigeria: Proceeds of Kidnapping Used to Finance Terrorism - Official
"Kidnapping for ransom is also identified as one of the means of funding terrorism." Read more »
Nigeria: Mohbad Buried in Lagos Amidst Tears, Tributes From Fans
Less than 24 hours after his tragic passing, Mohbad has been buried, according to Islamic rites, amid controversies about the cause of his death. Read more »
Nigeria: Shettima to Represent Tinubu At G77 Summit in Cuba
The summit, which will be held between 15 and 17 September, will deliberate on development issues facing members, mostly from the global south. Read more »
Nigeria: NUPRC Announces Successful Bidders for Gas Flare Commercialisation Programme
Last October, the government announced the relaunch of the programme and opened bids. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Importers to Begin Clearing Goods From Cotonou Border - Customs
In 2019, the federal government ordered the closure of land borders to halt smuggling along the borders. Read more »
Nigeria: Former Super Falcons Captain, Desire Oparanozie, Announces Retirement From Football
In her retirement statement, Oparanozie thanked her fans, family, and friends for their support over the years. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Crude Oil Production Rose in August - Opec
The report also noted that crude oil production in Saudi Arabia, Angola and Venezuela declined in the same month. Read more »
Nigeria: Why I Was Afraid to Marry Jumobi - RMD
Richard and Jumobi have been married for 23 years and have two children. Read more »
Nigeria: Cross River Imposes Curfew On Four Communities After Deadly Clashes
Seven people were reportedly killed, with scores injured in the communal clashes. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Rapper MohBad Dies At 27
Mohbad is best known for his hit singles Ponmo, Feel Good, and KPK (Ko Por Ke) with Rexxie. Read more »
September 12, 2023
Nigeria: Otedola Hails Tinubu for Resolving Flight Disruption, UAE Visa Ban On Nigerians
Mr Otedola describes Mr Tinubu as a working president, saying with his efforts, Nigeria will work. Read more »
Nigeria: We Will Increase Health Financing, Promote Industrialisation - Shettima
Mr Shettima said the administration of President Tinubu is committed to changing the narrative of inclusive growth, "of a Nigeria where every black man will be proud of." Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu's Wife Distributes N500m Relief Packages to Families in Plateau
The packages were distributed to beneficiaries from six LGAs of Bassa, Riyom, Barkin-Ladi, Mangu and Jos South, who were affected by communal conflicts and other insecurity… Read more »
Nigeria: NFF Make Move to Retain Waldrum As Super Falcons Coach
The Federation's Technical Committee has been mandated to hold discussions with Waldrum, with a view to extending the American coach's contract with the NFF. Read more »