April 05, 2023
Nigeria: Fuel Subsidy - Nigerian Govt Secures $800 Million World Bank Facility
The finance minister said the $800 million is the first tranche of palliatives to be disbursed through cash transfers to about 50 million Nigerians, who belong to the most… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's 2023 Elections Least Violent - Official
Reacting to calls by the opposition for the cancellation of the 2023 elections over alleged violence, the minister said it is unjustifiable and uncalled for. Read more »
April 06, 2023
Nigeria: Peter Obi, Labour Party Say 'Religious War' Audio Is 'Fake Doctored', Threaten Legal Action
"As part of the grand design, they are circulating a fake doctored audio call. At no time throughout the campaign did Mr Peter Obi ever say, think or even imply that the 2023… Read more »
April 05, 2023
Nigeria: Obasanjo Seeks Leniency for Organ-Trafficking Senator
Ike Ekweremadu and his wife have been convicted in the United Kingdom for trafficking a young man into the UK to harvest his kidney. Read more »
Nigeria: Davido - Reactions As Kwam 1 Titles 49th Album 'Timeless'
K1 De Ultimate trended on Wednesday because of the title of his 49th album. Read more »
Nigeria: APGA Crisis - Njoku Writes INEC to Recognise Him As National Chairman
In its 24 March judgement, the Supreme Court affirmed Mr Njoku as APGA national chairman. Read more »
Nigeria: Outgoing British Envoy Visits Buhari, Says She Had Fabulous Time in Nigeria
Ms Catriona Laing says she is sad leaving Nigeria after a four-and-a-half years tour of duty. Read more »
Nigeria: Aftermath Arrest, Portable Hails Govt, Police in New Single
"After God, the government is most powerful. If you offend me, I will report you to the police...." Read more »
Nigeria: Actor Charles Awurum Calls Peter Obi Out, Threatens to Drag Him to Court
"This isn't a laughing matter. I want to ask questions, and he must answer me, or we go to court". Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Sets Dates for Completion of Lagos-Ibadan, Abuja-Kano Expressways
Babatunde Fashola says all but 13 kilometres of the Lagos-Ibadan expressway will be completed by 30 April Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Unemployment Rate Projected to Hit 40.6% - KPMG
"We estimate that this rate has increased to 37.7percent in 2022 and will rise further to 40.6percent in 2023", the report said. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Manufacturing Sector Shrinks in March As Cash Scarcity Bites
Widespread reports by firms indicated that customers were unable to commit to spending in the face of the cash crunch Read more »
Nigeria: Group Demands Release of NYSC Member Accused of Engaging in Criminal Activities
The corps member reportedly exposed atrocities allegedly committed by three police officers in Anambra State. Read more »
West Africa: What Nigeria, Other Sahel Countries Can Learn From Niger's Counter-Terrorism Approach
Unlike its neighbours, Niger has made dialogue with violent extremist groups an important part of its strategy. Read more »
Nigeria: 10th NASS Leadership - PDP, LP, Other Minority Parties Form Alliance to Produce Reps Speaker
With 163 seats in their kitty, the six minority parties in the 10th session of the 360-member House say there is a need to form an alliance to achieve a collective interest against… Read more »
Nigeria: Israel Ready to Support Nigeria Develop Technologies in Fighting Climate Change - Envoy
Michael Freeman, Ambassador of Israel to Nigeria has reassured of the country's commitment to support Nigeria develop applicable technologies to boost her fight against climate… Read more »
April 04, 2023
Nigeria: Chinese Bank Approved to Finance Kaduna-Kano Rail Project
The Senate said China Development Bank (CDB) has taken over the financing of the project following the withdrawal of the China Exim Bank. Read more »
Nigeria: Buhari, King of Jordan in Telephone Conversation Over Global Issues
The Presidency says both leaders expressed satisfaction on security matters. Read more »
Nigeria: Imo Senator-Elect, Osita Izunaso, Visits Buhari, Says He's Most Qualified to Be Senate President
Mr Izunaso demands the zoning of the Senate presidency to the South-east region. Read more »
Nigeria: Buhari Sacks Engineering Agency Boss
The president appreciates the contributions of Professor Haruna in the development of the engineering infrastructure sub-sector of the economy. Read more »
April 05, 2023
Nigeria: How Ruling Party's 'Religious Debt' Is Shaping Senate Presidency, Reps Speakership Battles
The outcry over lack of religious balance in the winning APC presidential ticket is echoing in the races for leadership positions in the 10th National Assembly Read more »
April 04, 2023
Nigeria: Court Orders Interim Forfeiture of N725 Million Property Linked to Ex-Nimasa Boss
EFCC says the N725 million worth property located at Plot J 37A 218 Close, 2nd Avenue, Banana Island, Ikoyi, Lagos, is "reasonably suspected to be proceeds of an unlawful… Read more »
Nigeria: Ebonyi Politician Charged With Attempted Murder
The politician has pleaded not guilty to the charges. Read more »
Nigeria: Court Refuses to Grant Bail to Ex-Convict in $1.4m Fraud Case
The ex-convict fugitive is standing trial alongside his firm, Rinde-Remdex Nigeria Ltd, on three counts of conspiracy, retention of proceeds of criminal conduct, and obtaining… Read more »
Nigeria: Disquiet As Nigeria Govt Commissions N12bn Firefighting Trucks
While some Nigerians lauded the move, many others expressed concerns about the actual cost of the vehicles. Read more »