October 24, 2022
Nigeria: Trapped Funds - CBN to Release $120 Million to Foreign Airlines - Emefiele
Some foreign airlines under the IATA have been in a running battle with the Nigerian government over the inability to repatriate $464 million revenue in line with the Bilateral Air… Read more »
Nigeria: Interest Income Boost Lifts UBA's Nine-Month Profit to Record N116 Billion
United Bank for Africa (UBA)'s profit for the nine-month period from January through September hit its peak level ever this year, catapulted by reasonable growth in interest… Read more »
Nigeria: Rishi Sunak Set to Be UK Prime Minister
Rishi Sunak, who enjoys the support of the majority of the Conservative Party parliamentarians, will be the first British Asian Prime Minister of the UK. Read more »
October 25, 2022
Nigeria: 2023 - Fani-Kayode Speaks On 'Pain' Nigerians Will Feel If APC Wins
Mr Fani-Kayode says the pain is the only necessary step to take to recover and restore the dwindling economy. Read more »
Nigeria: How Zamfara Governor Allegedly Purchased Multi-Billion Naira Abuja Properties With Funds Linked to the State's Treasury
The nation's top anti-graft agency had gathered and presented to the court seemingly incontrovertible evidence that Mr Bello Matawalle laundered Zamfara State's money running into… Read more »
October 24, 2022
Nigeria: Gospel Singer Buchi to Hold Nigeria's First-Ever National Hymn Festival
At the festival, delegates of the Catholic Church, the Pentecostal fellowship, the Evangelical Church of West Africa (ECWA) and the white garment churches will constitute a… Read more »
Nigeria: Budget Defence - Reps Panel Summons NBET MD Over Azura $30 Million Per Month Power Deal
Nnaemeka Ewelukwa, the managing director of NBET, was summoned for failing to appear before the House Committee on Finance to defend the agency's budget and power deals. Read more »
Nigeria: UN Urges Nigerian Govt to Prioritise Peace, Health Promotion
Mr Mulombo said addressing security challenges is key to achieving a peaceful nation. Read more »
Nigeria: Ooni Weds Sixth Wife, Temitope Adesegun, in Lagos (Photos)
The new bride joins the ranks of Mariam, Elizabeth, Tobi, Ashley and Ronke, whom the 48-year-old monarch married in one month. Read more »
Nigeria: After Seven Years in Office, Buhari Asks Ministers to Develop Plan to Prevent Floods
Many Nigerian states experience flooding annually during the rainy season. Read more »
Nigeria: Buhari Advocates Balance in Defending Freedom of Speech
Additionally, he noted that countries must continue to work for a common standard that "balances rights with responsibilities to keep the most vulnerable from harm and help… Read more »
Nigeria: Don Jazzy's Marriage Plans, Funke Akindele's Mandate, Other Top Entertainment Stories From Last Week
A roundup of top entertainment stories from last week Read more »
Nigeria: Many Terrorists Killed As Airstrikes Hit Hideout of Zamfara's Terror Kingpin, Halilu Sububu
It is unclear whether the gang leader, Mr Sububu, was also killed. Read more »
Nigeria: Yemi Alade to Perform At 2022 Creative Africa Nexus Weekend
Yemi Alade, alongside other personalities in the creative industry, will be showcasing another bright side of Africa. Read more »
Nigeria: #EndSARS - Despite Panel's Recommendations, Abiodun Yet to Compensate Ogun Victims
"I need to take care of myself as my left leg still needs to be casted for permanent healing..." Read more »
Nigeria: Appeal Court Rejects Nigerian Govt's Request for Adjournment of Hearing On Nnamdi Kanu
The Nigerian government filed an application for a stay of execution of the Court of Appeal's verdict freeing Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of IPOB, from detention. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Flags Off Global Media, Information Literacy Week
The global event themed "Nurturing Trust: A Media and Information Literacy Imperative" is being held in Nigeria from 24 to 31 October in Abuja. Read more »
Nigeria: 2023 - I'll Privatise Ibom Air - Governorship Candidate
The airline, which launched its maiden flight in June 2019, is rated as one of the most successful airlines in Nigeria. Read more »
Nigeria: UAE Jails Nigerian for Violating Cybercrime Law
In the UAE, taking a video or photograph of someone without their consent and posting such on social media is a violation of the cybercrime act. Read more »
Nigeria: SSS Calls for Calm Amidst Fears of Terror Attack in Abuja
"... the Service calls for calm as it works with other law enforcement agencies and stakeholders to maintain peace and order in and beyond Abuja," Peter Afunanya, the public… Read more »
Nigeria: Floods Devastate Farmlands, Raise Fear of Food Insecurity in Nigeria
"The disaster has wiped away everything," Mr Ali said. "I was hoping to harvest over 200 sacks of rice looking at the prospect of the field ..." Read more »
October 23, 2022
Nigeria: Police Launch Manhunt On Ex-Convict Who Allegedly Raped 12-Year-Old Girl to Death
The suspect had earlier been convicted for assaulting a Point of Sale operator last year. Read more »
Nigeria: U.S., UK Warns Citizens of Possible Terror Attacks in Nigeria's Capital
According to a security advisory by the US embassy in Nigeria, there is "an elevated risk of terror attacks in Nigeria, specifically in Abuja." Read more »
October 24, 2022
Nigeria: National Flood Disasters - Why We Need to Act Proactively
No amount of relief materials from NEMA or consolation can bring back the 603 lives lost to this deluge. Read more »
October 23, 2022
Nigeria: Ooni to Marry Sixth Wife, Temitope Adesegun, On Monday
Ooni's spokesperson, Moses Olafare, says the new Olori is an Ijebu Princess. Read more »