Nigeria: Character Commission Chairperson, Subordinates Trade Accusations On Job Selling, Others

The chairperson and the commissioners accused themselves of impropriety and nepotism. Read more »

Nigeria: How Fuel Subsidy Removal Presents Transformative Opportunity for Nigeria's Oil Sector - PWC Nigeria

An expert said the subsidy shielded companies from the reality of their profits, and companies will now confront the true market dynamics. Read more »

Nigeria: Govt Warns Labour Against Strike

The warning came hours after the NLC issued notice to begin a nationwide strike on 2 August amid an astronomical hike in petrol pump prices following the removal of fuel subsidy. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Govt to Meet Demands of Striking Doctors Soon - Abbas

NARD began an indefinite strike on Wednesday morning. Read more »

Nigeria: Fuel Subsidy - We're Working Hard to Avert Workers' Strike - Govt

The NLC has reportedly planned to embark on strike on 2 August to protest the hike in fuel prices occasioned by the subsidy removal and the anti-poor policies of the federal… Read more »

Nigeria: Ruling Party National Vice Chairman Resigns

Salihu Lukman says the atmosphere in the APC is completely at variance with the founding vision of forming a progressive party. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerians Shine At the Glamorous FIN and Forbes Best of Africa Awards Night of Prestige

The FIN/Forbes Best of Africa Awards reception proved to be the highlight of the evening, recognising outstanding individuals whose contributions have elevated Africa's progress… Read more »

Nigeria: Sit-At-Home - Senate Seeks Extradition of Simon Ekpa From Finland, Rejects Release of Nnamdi Kanu

The Senate also urged the federal government and security agencies to use technology in tracking criminals to bring them to book. Read more »

Nigeria: Australia Vs Nigeria Preview - Super Falcons Seek to Topple Co-Hosts in Tricky World Cup Clash

While a win for Australia sends them through to the round of 16 even before their final group game against Canada, the Super Falcons will overtake the Maltidas if they get all… Read more »

Nigeria: As Schools Hike Fees, Nigerian Govt Insists Universities Still Tuition-Free

Many Nigerian universities owned by the federal government have, in the past few months, increased fees to be paid by students, leaving parents and their wards groaning. Read more »

Nigeria: Tinubu Speaks On Coup Attempt in Niger

Mr Tinubu warned that ECOWAS "and all lovers of democracy around the world will not tolerate any situation that incapacitates the democratically-elected government of the country." Read more »

Nigeria: Osun Polytechnic Lecturers Join Students Protest Over Suspension of Rector

Tajudeen Adetayo was appointed by the administration of former Governor Gboyega Oyetade on 21 June 2022 but was suspended by Governor Ademola Adeleke for alleged corruption and… Read more »

Nigeria: Terrorists Abduct Farmers in Fresh North-West Attack

Farmers say they're now scared of going to their farms as attacks have increased. Read more »

Nigeria: Truck Crushes Ogun Monarch Inside 'Keke Napep'

A truck ran over the tricycle and killed the monarch instantly on the Ota-Idiroko expressway, close to Winners Chapel. Read more »

Nigeria: UN Food Summit - Shettima Woos Foreign Investors, Says Nigeria Ready for Business

Mr Shettima says the combination of Nigeria's young, energetic population and the agenda of the new administration, placed the country far ahead of others in the region. Read more »

Nigeria: Governor to Inaugurate Special Advisers At Car Park - Official

Mr Adeleke took office on 27 November 2022 but he did not have a cabinet in place until July 19 this year. Read more »

Nigeria: Encomiums As Premium Times Books Unveils Ibietan's Book On Cyber Politics

In 12 chapters, Cyber Politics examines cyberculture, social demographics and political communication. Read more »

Nigeria: Naira Strengthens At I&E Window, Closes At N791.42

The naira gains marginally on the spot market on Tuesday, closing at N791.42 to a dollar. Read more »

Nigeria: APC Asks SSS, Police to Invite PDP Leaders Over Claims On 'Foiled' Terrorist Attack On Atiku

Some suspected Boko Haram terrorists were on Sunday arrested in Yola, the Adamawa State capital over a planned attack on Atiku, who was the PDP presidential candidate in the 25… Read more »

Nigeria: Tinubu to Forward Ministerial List to Senate in 48 Hours - Senate Leader

In line with the constitution, Mr Tinubu has until 28 July to forward the list of his ministers to the Senate for screening and possible confirmation. Read more »

Nigeria: Construction of Ondo Oil and Gas Park to Start Soon, NCDMB Assures Govt, Investors

Located at Ilaje, Ilaje Local Government Area of the State, the facility is one of six being built in different parts of the country under NCDMB's Nigerian Oil and Gas Park Scheme… Read more »

Nigeria: Unpaid Salaries, Poor Working Conditions Mar Plateau Workers Scheme for Women

"The N8,000 we get from the Ministry of Environment is not enough, so I sell 'kunu' at construction sites to support me and my family..." Read more »

Nigeria: Enugu Govt Seals Two Banks, 107 Shops for Obeying IPOB's Sit-At-Home Order

"It is not a punitive but ownership culture, where all of us (should) come together to fight the menace of illegal sit-at-home." Read more »

Nigeria: The Davido Video - Refraining From Sentimentality

No apology is required, none should be offered. Read more »

Nigeria: Despite Assurance By Speaker Abass, Nigerian Doctors to Commence Strike Wednesday

The President of NARD, Emeka Orji, disclosed this to PREMIUM TIMES on Tuesday night. Read more »