West Africa: Can Muhammadu Sanusi Open New Discussion Between Ecowas and Niger?

Mr Sanusi said he was not representing the Nigerian government or ECOWAS in Niger. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerians Spent N482m On Movies in Cinemas in July - Official

The amount generated in July is lower than the N567m generated in June. Read more »

West Africa: Niger Coup - Ecowas Court Asked to Stop Tinubu, Other West African Leaders From Deploying Military Troops

A Nigerian group filed the suit following fears that ECOWAS military intervention in Niger may have a spillover effect leading to violation of rights in northern Nigeria. Read more »

Nigeria: Gunmen Kill 17 People in Fresh Plateau Attack

The Community was attacked around 1 a.m. Read more »

West Africa: Niger Coup - Junta Leader Ignores Ecowas, Forms New Government

The new government is made up of 21 ministers, including two ministers of state and a delegate minister. Read more »

Nigeria: Amusan's World Title Defence Hangs in the Balance Amid AIU's Silence

The AIU and the athlete's camp have been silent after making the official announcement of Amusan's temporary ban in a brief statement on July 19. Read more »

Nigeria: Naira Plunges At Forex Markets

The naira recorded a 3.3 per cent decline on Wednesday to close at N782.38 per dollar. Read more »

Nigeria: IGP Reappoints Adejobi As Force Pro

The Acting IĢP charged Mr Adejobi to consolidate his achievements, particularly in entrenching citizen-focused public relations through the media and other specialised community… Read more »

Nigeria: Shettima Inaugurates NEDC Board, Wants Education, Healthcare, Economic Opportunities Prioritised in Region

Mr Shettima said the inauguration of the new management is not merely a political protocol but the renewal of the nation's hope and the making of a legacy. Read more »

Nigeria: Niger Coup - Nigerian Islamic Scholars Meet Tinubu, Seek Mediatory Role

ECOWAS leaders will meet Thursday in Abuja to review the next line of action after the one-week ultimatum given to the Niger coup plotters ended on Sunday. Read more »

Nigeria: First Lady Speaks On Barriers Limiting Progress of Nigerian Women

One of such hindrances is the low representation of women in the President Bola Tinubu's cabinet and in the Federal parliament under his administration. Read more »

Nigeria: Rep Seeks Redress in Lopsided Recruitment Against FCT Into Federal Civil Service

FCT lawmaker, Joshua Obika, expressed worry over the allotment to Abuja of only one-third of what the states receive during recruitments. Read more »

Nigeria: Akpabio Stirs Controversy After Gaffe Revealing Payment of Senators' 'Holiday Allowance'

This is not the first time Mr Akpabio would be stirring controversy on the floor of the senate. Read more »

Nigeria: U.S. Court Dismisses Case Challenging Repatriation of 29 Benin Bronzes to Nigeria

The Benin Bronzes have long been the centre of restitution debates. Read more »

Nigeria: Appeal Court Nullifies Order Granting Local Govts Exclusive Right to Conduct Marriages

There has been a protracted dispute between local authorities and the federal government over whom to conduct statutory marriages in Nigeria. Read more »

Nigeria: Niger Coup - Nigeria's Top Islamic Council Opposes Sanctions, Military Intervention

The NSCIA, led by the Sultan of Sokoto, also stated its opposition to using force to dislodge the putschists who ousted President Mohamed Bazoum from office last month. Read more »

Nigeria: Subsidy Protests - NLC Blames Gbajabiamila for Failed Negotiations With Govt

The NLC alleged that Mr Gbajabiamila refused to hold a negotiation meeting with them, a development that makes demands of the NLC to be delayed. Read more »

Nigeria: Why Zamfara Can't Pay N1.6 Billion WAEC Debt Now - Official

Mr Kaura noted that about 18,000 Zamfara indigents were allowed to register for WAEC and NECO this year. Read more »

Nigeria: Climate Change Reporting - CJID Set to Upskill Nigerian Journalists

After the workshop, 10 journalists would be supported with story grants to pursue climate change deep dives across the country, the organisers said. Read more »

West Africa: Lamido Sanusi in Niger, Meets Junta Leader

Mr Sanusi is a close ally of Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu. Read more »

Niger: What We Discussed With Niger Coup Leaders - American Diplomat

The Niger coup leaders blocked the American delegation from meeting with ousted President Mohamed Bazoum. Read more »

Nigeria: World Players' Union Tackles NFF Over Unpaid Monies to Super Falcons

Some of the outstanding bonus payments, camp allowances, and expenses date back to 2021 Read more »

Nigeria: Waldrum Reveals Pride in the Super Falcons, Ready to Extend Contract With the NFF

Waldrum's contract expires after the World Cup and the NFF has not indicated whether his contract will be extended. Read more »

Nigeria: Senate Constitutes Standing Committees, Adjourns Plenary Till 26 September

The Senate President asked the new committee chairmen to approach the Senate leader for their appointment letters. Read more »

Nigeria: Plateau - Gunmen Kill Three Persons As Soldiers Arrest Two Suspects

One killed, another injured during their return from Kara cattle market as community vows to aid investigations. Read more »