July 05
Nigeria: Withheld Salaries - SSANU, Nasu Fume Over Alleged Neglect By Govt, Order Nationwide Protest
The spokesperson for the education ministry, Folashade Boriowo, said the ministry had a 'fruitful' discussion with the leaders of the unions. Read more »
Nigeria: Poultry Farmers Bemoan Hardship Amidst Rising Production Cost
Several farmers who spoke with PREMIUM TIMES lamented that the rising cost of maize and soybeans is making the poultry business unsustainable Read more »
Cameroon: President's Daughter, Brenda, Reveals Same-Sex Relationship With Model
President Paul Biya, one of Africa's longest-serving leaders, has been vocal against gay rights, intensifying the impact of his daughter's public display. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Increases Mining Rates for Minerals
Mr Alake said mining operators were making huge amounts of money but refused to remit appropriate levies to the federal government. Read more »
July 04
Nigeria: Kwara, Niger Governors Laud Tinubu On Sokoto-Badagry Superhighway Project
188 kilometres of the Sokoto-Badagry highway cut through different Kwara communities, while 125 kilometres are on Niger land Read more »
July 05
Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Suspends Ten Private Jet Operators
The NCAA warned that it is illegal to engage PNCF holders for commercial purposes Read more »
July 04
Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Unveils New Rate in Mining Sector
Mr Alake explained that the review underscores the federal government's commitment to increasing revenue from solid minerals Read more »
Nigeria: From Zero to Hero - Navigating Nigeria's Entertainment Industry
Take that leap of faith, turn your dreams into reality, and become part of the vibrant community of entrepreneurs driving change in Nigeria. Read more »
Nigeria: We Were Forced to Swear Oath of Secrecy Over Boko Haram Terrorists - Ex-Govt Official
The former official explained why Boko Haram insurgency thrives in Nigeria's North-east. Read more »
July 05
Nigeria: Paris 2024 - Super Falcons Midfielder Ruled Out Due to Injury
Midfielder Halimat Ayinde, a vital member of the team, will miss the tournament after sustaining a knee injury Read more »
July 04
Nigeria: NNPC, NIPCO Commission 12 CNG Stations in FCT, Lagos
These CNG stations, according to NNPC Ltd, feature advanced reciprocating and hydraulic booster compressors Read more »
Nigeria: Obi Backs Dangote, Says Interest Rate Stifling Growth
"We need to reverse course and only initiate policies that can lead to growth and the birth of a new Nigeria." Read more »
Africa: Nigeria Wins Bid to Host $5 Billion Africa Energy Bank
The bank, according to the government, is expected to facilitate access to funding for energy projects, thereby catalysing economic growth and enhancing energy security Read more »
Nigeria: Federal Court Orders Judges to Quit Judicial Commissions Probing Ganduje's Administration
Governor Yusuf appointed Farouk Adamu and Zuwaira Yusuf in April to the Judicial Commission of Inquiry he set up to probe former Governor Ganduje. Read more »
Nigeria: CBN Warns Banks Not to Reject Mutilated Naira Notes
The CBN shall not hesitate to apply strict sanctions on DMBs who are reported to have rejected deposits of Naira banknotes from the public, under any guise. Read more »
Nigeria: No State Can Pay New Minimum Wage Without Increase in Earnings - Oyebanji
Mr Oyebanji said that whatever is going to be approved as the new minimum wage must reflect fiscal federalism, ability and capacity to pay Read more »
Nigeria: Kano Emirship Tussle - Bayero's Counsel Withdraws Legal Services
The applicants are asking the court to restrain Aminu Ado Bayero, and four other dethroned emirs of Bichi, Rano, Gaya and Karaye from parading themselves as emirs. Read more »
Nigeria: ASUU Stages Protest, Demands Unpaid Salaries, Renegotiation With Govt
Mr Adeleye warned that if the government continues to disregard the union's demands, it might have no choice but to embark on another industrial action. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Has Lost More Lecturers Than Doctors to 'Japa' Syndrome - Minister
The minister said despite the brain drain in the tertiary education sector, more private institutions are springing up to compete with the existing ones for the few lecturers… Read more »
Nigeria: Your Appointment Not Full-Time, Nigeria Minister Advises New Governing Council Members
Mr Mamman said there have been reported cases of chairpersons of councils making extravagant demands like chartered aircraft to attend functions and a house in the capital city,… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Clarifies Samoa Agreement, Says Not Related to Same-Sex Marriage
Mr Mohammed said Nigeria has "an existing legislation against same-sex relationships." Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Inaugurates Economic Coordination Council, Targets Increased Oil Production, Power Generation
"As a nation, it is so shameful that we are still generating 4.5GW of electricity." Read more »
Nigeria: Uniben Shuts Down Indefinitely Over Students' Protest
The students, on Wednesday, took to the streets, blocking the ever-busy Benin-Ore Highway to protest weeks of power outage on campus. Read more »
Nigeria: Court Reinstates Pro-Wike Lawmakers in Rivers
The Rivers State High Court in Port Harcourt, in May, barred the lawmakers from parading themselves as members of the Rivers House of Assembly. Read more »
Nigeria: I've Not Dated Anyone Since 2008 - Falz
"I am still single. In fact, single to stupor." Read more »