May 24, 2023
Nigeria: Why Coup Is Near Impossible in Today's Nigeria - Geoffrey Onyeama
"... it would not be that easy to have a coup in today's Nigeria," he told PREMIUM TIMES in an exclusive interview. Read more »
Nigeria: Central Bank Increases Interest Rate to 18.5%
The CBN governor, Godwin Emefiele, announced this Wednesday after the bank's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting that began Tuesday. Read more »
Nigeria: Buhari Seeks Senate Approval to Pay $556m, £98m, N226bn for Judgement Debts
"The judgement debts have been settled through the issuance of promissory notes which will then be reviewed over time for convinience for the federal government or of Nigeria,"… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Economy Slowed to 2.31% in Q1 2023 Amid Cash Crunch
NBS said the reduction in growth is attributed to the adverse effects of the cash crunch experienced during the quarter. Read more »
Nigeria: My Dad Arrested My Friends, Show Promoter, Because I Refused to Quit Music - Davido
"My Dad didn't know I was a musician till about two years after I started recording." Read more »
Nigeria: EFCC Launches Mass Probes of Governors, Deputies
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has begun mass investigations of governors and their deputies, many of whom will leave office and lose constitutional immunity… Read more »
Nigeria: Court Remands Four Over Impersonation, Exam Malpractices
The suspects all pleaded not guilty to the charges against them. Read more »
Nigeria: How Fatal Violence Erupted in Taraba Community After Installation of Traditional Ruler
Over a dozen people have been killed in the town since 6 May in the aftermath of a protest against the installation of a traditional chief. Read more »
May 23, 2023
Nigeria: PRNigeria Women Win PR Awards in Zambia
The campaign demonstrated how female interns and staff in the organisation were trained and tasked with advocacies that promote inter-ethnic relations, national unity, good… Read more »
Nigeria: NNPCL to Boost Oil Reserves As Fresh Drilling Begins in Borno
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum noted that oil prospecting and exploration in Borno will create job opportunities for young people Read more »
Nigeria: Two Kuje Prison Escapees Re-Arrested At Another Crime Scene
The suspects were awaiting trial in a case of arms dealing and unlawful possession of firearms before their escaped from Kuje prison Read more »
Nigeria: Another Court Fixes Friday for Ruling On Suit Seeking to Stop Tinubu's Swearing-in
The Supreme Court had on Monday fixed Friday for judgement in a similar suit filed by the PDP to seek Mr Tinubu's disqualification and stop his swearing-in. Read more »
Nigeria: Central Bank Revokes Licences of 132 Microfinance Banks, Others
The CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele, revoked the licenses in the exercise of the powers conferred on the Central Bank of Nigeria Read more »
Nigeria: Buhari Approves Reorganisation of Agencies in Aviation Ministry (Full List)
"This is to address the requirements of the Acts for appropriate placements, Federal character requirements etc.," a statement said. Read more »
Nigeria: The Dark Side of Whistleblowing
Several factors make whistleblowers regret their actions and discourage others from blowing the whistle. Read more »
Nigeria: Race for Senate Presidency - SWOT Analysis of Contenders By Dr Tom Ohikere
For now, everything hangs in the balance as the behind-the-scene political scheming and intriguing horse trading continue Read more »
Nigeria: Ex-UK Prime Minister Blair Visits Tinubu, Pledges Support for Incoming Administration
Mr Blair commended Mr Tinubu's campaign focus on key areas of security, economy, agriculture and power, describing the intertwined nature of the areas as critical to the… Read more »
Nigeria: Afrobeat Musician Seun Kuti Released On Bail
"He was released this evening," the lawyer said. Read more »
Nigeria: Ex-Governor's Family Begs El-Rufai Over Revocation of Nine Plots of Land
Mr El-Rufai, who came to office on 29 May 2015, is completing his eight-year tenure as Kaduna governor on 29 May, 2023. Read more »
Nigeria: Sudan Crisis - Reps Ask Nigerian Universities to Absorb Returnee Students
Rep says Nigerian universities must give the returnees the opportunity to continue their education in Nigeria Read more »
Nigeria: Presidential Court Sets Timeframe for Atiku to Present 100 Witnesses Against Tinubu's Victory
The court shortened the request by Atiku's lawyer for the statutory seven weeks to present his 100 witnesses. Read more »
Nigeria: Why Distilling Buhari's Legacy May Not Be That Straight Forward
Leadership, especially in a fractious country like ours, is not easy. Jeff Boss, an executive coach and author of the book, 'Navigating Chaos: How to Find Certainty in Uncertain… Read more »
Nigeria: Second Niger Bridge Named After Buhari
The president participated virtually in the commissioning of the bridge. Read more »
Nigeria: Why Govt Can Do Nothing About IELTs - Outgoing Foreign Affairs Minister, Geoffrey Onyeama
Geoffrey Onyeama says Nigerians should be looking at themselves and their educational system and how to improve it so that Nigerian students are worth the certificates that they… Read more »
Nigeria: Buhari Seeks Senate Approval for N22 Billion Reimbursement of Two States
President Buhari wants the Senate to approve payment of refunds to Borno and Plateau states Read more »