Nigeria: Flood - 36 Die, 15,755 Displaced in Jigawa - Governor

The Jigawa State Emergency Management Agency said the flood disaster affected more than 50,000 households and 15,755 of them were staying in 12 IDP camps across the state. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria's Junior D'Tigress, Mali, Hit U-18 Afrobasket Semifinals

The junior D'Tigress got revenge over their Egyptian opponents to qualify for the semifinal, where they will face Uganda. Read more »

Nigeria: Sokoto Govt to Present N119bn Supplementary Budget to State Assembly

The state government also approved N17.9 billion for the reconstruction of different roads in the state. Read more »

Nigeria: Govt Hands Over 12,367 Bags of Rice to Sokoto

The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Atiku Bagudu, said the gesture to Sokoto State was part of a presidential initiative to support states in cushioning the effects of… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria Faces Humanitarian Crisis As Floods Ravage Communities, Farmlands

The situation threatens a new wave of humanitarian crises in a country facing increasing hardships amidst fears that 26.5 million Nigerians face food insecurity this year, up from… Read more »

Nigeria: Govt Hands Over 24,180 Bags of Maize, Garri to Akwa Ibom

NEMA advises that the food items should be shared in the communities through properly constituted committees at the local government levels. Read more »

Nigeria: Nasarawa Speaker Seeks Renovation of Assembly Complex While Dilapidated Public Schools Suffer Neglect

The speaker made the appeal for the renovation after an inspection tour round the House of Assembly complex on Wednesday in Lafia, the Nasarawa State capital. Read more »

Nigeria: Auditor-General Makes Case for Improved Funding, Suitable Office Accommodation

The Auditor-General of the Federation said a situation where the MDAs provide accommodation for auditors sent on periodic checks could affect the outcome of the exercise. Read more »

Nigeria: Security Outfit Intercepts 610 Rounds of Ammunition in Katsina - Official

"The suspect managed to evade capture, leaving behind the concealed ammunition," the Katsina State official said. Read more »

Nigeria: Election Commission Publishes List of Qualified Candidates for Anambra Local Elections

The commission said the candidates could start their political campaign. Read more »

Nigeria: Govt, Labour Engage in Claims, Counterclaims Over Ajaero's Arrest

While the government said Mr Ajaero snubbed an invitation from the SSS, labour insists the NLC president was never formally invited. Read more »

Nigeria: Benin Chiefs Resort to Traditional Rites to 'Ward Off Evil' During Edo Election

The police in Edo, on Tuesday, said they have arrested the Chairperson of Esan West Local Government Area of the state, Collins Aigbogun, over alleged political violence in the… Read more »

Nigeria: National Value Charter Will Renew National Pride Among Nigerians - Minister

The information minister reaffirmed the federal government's commitment to reshaping the civic values of Nigerian citizens through the NOA. Read more »

Nigeria: Militants Invade Niger Community Again, Suffer Defeat

When the attack started this morning, the security operatives told residents to stay indoor while they exchanged fire with the assailants. Read more »

Nigeria: Cholera Cases Surge 128% With Lagos As Epicentre

The NCDC reported 7,056 suspected cholera cases as of 1 September compared to 3,096 cases at the same point in 2023. Read more »

Nigeria: Healing the Brain Drain - Nigeria's Move to Stem Health Workers Migration

Ranked by WHO among the 37 countries with critical health workforce shortages, Nigeria is battling an exodus of trained professionals abroad. Read more »

Nigeria: Governor Accuses NNPC of Failing to Remit Oil Revenues to Nigerian Govt for Over Five Months

The accusation is coming days after NNPC Ltd admitted that it was owing an undisclosed amount of money to suppliers of the Premium Motor Spirit otherwise known as petrol. Read more »

Nigeria: Mpox Cases in Nigeria Now 67 - Official

NCDC said the 67 cases were confirmed out of 1,031 suspected cases reported across 23 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory. Read more »

Nigeria: BBNaija 9 - Big Test for Fan Favourites This Week As Eviction Fever Looms

This week, a massive clearout looms in the Big Brother "No Loose Guard" house, and some fan favourites could be among the casualties. Read more »

Nigeria: Reactions As Ooni's Fourth Wife, Olori Ashley, Declares Son 'Crown Prince'

Olori Ashley, who revealed that their son was born at the Princess Royal Hospital in London, United Kingdom, has been tackled for a post that critics believe is a subtle shade at… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Govt. Raises Over $900 Million in Landmark Dollar Bond

The funds raised from this dollar bond will be directed toward critical infrastructure projects and development programmes. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Warns of Imminent Surge in Lassa Fever

NCDC said Nigeria recorded a decline in disease outbreaks nationwide. Read more »

Nigeria: Woman Slumps, Dies While Giving Testimony in Church

The incident happened during a church service on Sunday. Read more »

Nigeria: 'How I Cancelled Two Shows, Lost $6,000 in America to Meet Davido' - Portable

"My father gave me N30,000 to start my career, but his father gave him N30 million to start his, and he's still being cared for by his father. They can't kill me like they killed… Read more »

Nigeria: How Health Workers Steal, Re-Sell Govt. Facilities' Drugs, Consumables in Kano - Official

A Kano State Government official warned perpetrators, whom he described as "unpatriotic," to desist from such practices or be ready to face the consequences. Read more »