Nigeria/Morocco: U17 Afcon - Hard-Fighting Golden Eaglets Lose Against Morocco

The match began in dramatic fashion, with Morocco taking the lead in the 2nd minute through an unfortunate own goal by Nigeria's Tochukwu Ogboji. Read more »

Nigeria: Senate Condemns Plateau Killings, Urges Security Agencies to Arrest Perpetrators

There have been violent attacks in some communities in Plateau State leading to the killings of the residents in the recent past. Read more »

Nigeria: Federal, State Govts May Not Pay Salary Beyond June Without Subsidy Removal - Obaseki

"Workers must now rise and ensure that they champion any discussion on subsidy removal." Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria Introduces New Taxes On Beer, Imported Vehicles, Plastics

Under the newly introduced taxes, the federal government will charge N75 per litre of beer, stout or wine imported into Nigeria Read more »

Nigeria: 'I'm a Happy Man,' Says Tinubu As He Inaugurates Projects in Rivers

Wike has declared a public holiday in the state because of the president-elect's visit. Read more »

Nigeria: Mele Kyari and the Repositioning of Nigeria's Oil Behemoth

When Mele Kyari assumed duty as the Group Managing Director of the now defunct Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) on 7 July, 2019, it was at a critical period not only… Read more »

Nigeria: AGF Malami Terminates Trial of Dasuki's Ex-Aide After Taking Over From EFCC

The AGF office gave no reasons for terminating the N1.84 billion corruption trial of Mr Dasuki's ex-aide on Tuesday. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria's Manufacturing Activity Rebounds in April As Cash Crisis Eases

The country's Purchasing Manager Index (PMI) came in at 53.8 for the month on increased production level and an improvement in new businesses Read more »

Nigeria: Tax Increase, Import Duty Provisions Will Hurt Nigeria's Economy - CPPE

"It is a double whammy for economic players to contend with a regime of high import duty, and prohibitive tax rates," the think tank said. Read more »

Nigeria: NHRC Hails Nigerian Journalists On World Press Freedom Day

The NHRC says Nigerian journalists deserve the support of all in a statement to commemorate the 2023 World Press Freedom Day. Read more »

Nigeria: Oruma Allays Fears Over Health Status

The former Super Eagles star attempted to douse the tension around his health with a short video clip Read more »

Nigeria: AGF Office Terminates Trial Against Dasuki's Ex-Aide After Taking Over Case From EFCC

The AGF office gave no reasons for terminating the N1.84 billion corruption trial of Mr Dasuki's ex-aide on Tuesday. Read more »

Nigeria: Benue APC Transition Committee, State Govt Bicker Over Delayed Handover Reports

The transition committee accused the outgoing Ortom administration of reneging on his promise. Read more »

Nigeria: Speakership - 'You Must Be Loyal to PDP', Party Chair Tells Reps-Elect

"You have to be firm. You have to be loyal to your country first. Then, the party. (Be) loyal to the country because it is when you have a country that you can even exist as a… Read more »

Nigeria: NUPRC Calls for Inclusiveness in Energy Transition

An official noted that the strength of Nigeria's economy is closely tied to a volatile oil price Read more »

Nigeria: SOS Village Assists 110 Households Affected By Flood in Lagos

As part of efforts to support children and families affected by flood, the SOS Children's Villages is implementing the Humanitarian Action for Flood-Affected Families Project Read more »

Nigeria: Buhari to Attend Coronation of King Charles in London

The coronation will take place on Saturday, 6 May. Read more »

Nigeria: Lagos Taskforce Demolish Shanties Along Lekki Coastal Road

Mr Jejeloye pointed out that the shanties not only constitute health and safety risks to residents in the area but also serve as a haven for criminals who use such locations as a… Read more »

Nigeria: Senate Passes Bill Increasing Retirement Age of High Court Judges

The bill seeks to extend the retirement age of High Court judges from 65 to 70 years. Read more »

Nigeria: Abia Assembly Crisis - 16 Members 'Suspend' Speaker, Nine Suspend Deputy, Others

The suspension is a fallout of a power struggle among lawmakers of the Abia State House of Assembly. Read more »

Nigeria: Adamawa Governorship - Police Detain REC Who Illegally Declared Binani Winner

The Assistant Inspector General of Police, Interpol, Garba Umar, who heads the Election Planning Monitoring and Evaluation team, had written to Mr Ari, inviting him for an… Read more »

Nigeria: Wike Declares Wednesday Public Holiday in Rivers Over Tinubu's Visit

"All shops and business premises along Rumuola to Rumuokwuta Roads in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of the state shall remain closed from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., on Wednesday." Read more »

Nigeria: House Speakership - Lawmakers From APC, PDP, LP, NNPP, Others Form Coalition

The coalition says it has no candidate yet, but it is waiting for the APC zoning arrangement for the position of Speaker and deputy. Read more »

Nigeria: Buhari Inaugurates Defence Communications Infrastructure

The project is a secured and dedicated communication domain that provides real-time audio and video communication for military operations. Read more »

Nigeria: NAFDAC Reassures Nigerians On Locally Produced Indomie Instant Noodles

According to the DG, "NAFDAC did not ban Indomie Instant Noodles produced in Nigeria. NAFDAC has registered several local manufacturers and the Indomie noodles have been certified… Read more »