October 17, 2023
Nigeria: Conjoined Twins Delivered in Lagos Hospital Die - Official
According to Mr Fabamwo, although the set of twins died, their mother is doing well. Read more »
Nigeria: Peseiro Reacts As Super Eagles Break Four-Year Jinx in Portugal
But while the victory over the Mambas ought to have put smiles on the lips of the gaffer, the Portuguese manager expressed his dissatisfaction with the poor display from the… Read more »
Nigeria: Data Essential to Improving Health Outcomes in Nigeria - Minister
The minister said there are plans to strengthen governance, improve population health outcomes, focus on improving the economic value chain for health, as well as public health… Read more »
Nigeria: FEC Approves Implementation of Agreement With Labour Unions
The unions will now suspend their strike by 30 days, with parties to the agreement committing "to henceforth abide by the dictates of Social dialogue in all our future… Read more »
Nigeria: Adamawa Senator Sacked By Appeal Court Blames Akpabio, Says Orji Kalu, Three Others Next
Mr Abbo described the judgement sacking him from office as "a coup on democracy." Read more »
October 16, 2023
Nigeria: Lagos Reopens Ladipo Market
The Lagos State Government says business activities would commence at the popular Ladipo marker, a spare parts market, after its recent closure for various environmental… Read more »
October 17, 2023
Nigeria: Lagos Seeks to Be Largest Food Logistics Hub in 2024
Governor Sanwo-Olu said this while addressing journalists at the grand finale of the 2023 World Food Day celebration at the Nigeria Police College, Ikeja, Lagos, on Monday. Read more »
October 16, 2023
Nigeria: Lawyer Expresses Concerns Over Delayed Hearing of IPOB's Appeal Against Proscription
Since 2018 when IPOB lodged its appeal to overturn the terrorist tag, the Court of Appeal has yet to hear or determine the appeal. Read more »
Nigeria: Cabinet Approves Sub-Committees for Industrial Revitalisation, Free Trade Zone
Industry Minister, Doris Uzoka-Anite, said that the sub-committees would come up with a roadmap toward the full revival of the economy in line with the president's eight-point… Read more »
Nigeria: Govt Proposes U.S.$34 Billion Budget for 2024
FEC also approved the use of concrete for road projects across the country including those of new ones, depending on the level of completion. Read more »
Nigeria/Mozambique: Nigeria 3-2 Mozambique - Super Eagles Pip 10-Man Mambas in Portugal
Before Monday's victory, the Super Eagles had played more than a dozen friendly matches which they either lost or drew. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Swears in Three New Ministers
The Senate confirmed the nomination of the three new ministers on 4 October. Read more »
Nigeria: Food Insecurity Threat to Nigeria's Peace, Stability - Red Cross Society
The society's President, Mr Adeaga, said addressing hunger in Nigeria is not just a matter of dignity, but a matter of urgent national security. Read more »
Nigeria: Inflation Hits 26.72% As Food Prices Rise
Food inflation rate in September quickened to 30.64 per cent. Read more »
Nigeria: It's Worrisome Nigerians Don't Believe Their Leaders - Minister
"This is because we have seen a gradual erosion in the belief and trust of government communication in this country." Read more »
Nigeria: 2024 Oscars - Nigeria Picks 'Mami Wata' As International Feature Film Contender
'Mami Wata' advances in the Oscars race having received the highest votes from the 14-man committee. Read more »
Nigeria: Kidnap - University Warns Off-Campus Students to Relocate From Outskirts
The university has witnessed two major incidents of abduction of its students living off-campus on the outskirts of the state capital. Read more »
Nigeria: Red Cross to Raise N23 Billion Against Hunger Crisis in Nigeria
About 1,092,300 people would benefit from the aid, the organisation said. Read more »
Nigeria: EFCC Arrests Musician for Allegedly Defrauding Briton £9,300
The Lagos-based singer allegedly impersonated a marine engineer who fixes boats and pipelines in Singapore. Read more »
Nigeria: Kaduna Governor Files Cross-Appeal Against Part of Tribunal's Judgement
The Kaduna State governor, Mr Sani, filed a cross-appeal against the aspect of the judgement of the governorship election petition tribunal which agreed with a part of the petition… Read more »
Nigeria: Why Cargo Haulage On Lagos-Ibadan Rail Was Stalled for Two Years
Former President Muhammadu Buhari inaugurated the 157-kilometresLagos-Ibadan rail on 10 June 2021 for passenger services and to ease cargo evacuation from Apapa port. Read more »
Nigeria: FGCs Are National Treasures, Protect Them From Attacks, Nigerian Ministers Tell Principals
The latest report by Save the Children revealed that there have been 70 incidents of attacks on Nigerian schools with over 180 schoolchildren killed and nearly 90 injured. Read more »
October 15, 2023
Nigeria: Abducted Zamfara University Students Rescued By Troops - Army
The Nigerian Army says troops swiftly mobilised and blocked the route they suspected the terrorists would take after the abduction of the university Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Professor Wins $100,000 Global Prize
According to the UCL, the award is to reinforce his efforts to support health systems in Nigeria and Africa's Sahel region. Read more »
Nigeria: Again, Terrorists Abduct University Students in Zamfara
This is the second time students from the university have been abducted in less than 30 days. Read more »