August 07
Nigeria: Lawmakers Clarify Monthly Salaries, Remain Committed to 50% Pay Cut
"We wish to clarify that the actual monthly salary for members is N600,000, after deductions for advances such as housing, which are paid at the commencement of the tenure." Read more »
Nigeria: Pastor Jerry Eze Is Nigeria's Highest-Paid YouTuber - Report
The top five highest-earning YouTubers in Nigeria are pastors. Read more »
Nigeria: #EndBadGovernance - Protesters Declare 3-Day Mourning for Fallen Martyrs
"We have declared three days of mourning in Lagos State to honour our fallen 4 across the country who were killed by trigger-happy police and security agents during the ongoing… Read more »
Nigeria: What Nigerian Billionaires Can Learn From Bloomberg's $600m Gift to Black Medical Colleges - Osita Chidoka
"The Bloomberg example should motivate a mindset shift to contribute to a better Nigeria - where no man is oppressed." Read more »
Nigeria: Two Popular Protests, Thirty-Five Years Apart, Same Demands
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and former military ruler, Ibrahim Babangida, share a lot in common. The latter shot his way to power, while Tinubu won a controversial presidential… Read more »
Nigeria: Taraba Government Suspends Two Officials for Alleged Job Racketeering
The two suspended officers allegedly issued fake appointment letters under the preceding administration. Read more »
Nigeria: Paris 2024 - Amusan Wins Heat 1
Amusan started her quest for an Olympic medal on Wednesday when she won Heat 1 of the 100m women's hurdles event Read more »
Nigeria: #EndBadGovernance - Soldier Kills Protester in Zaria, Army Arrests Culprit
The soldier involved has been arrested and is undergoing interrogation, Mr Nwachukwu, a major general said. Read more »
Nigeria: 2024 Nigeria Women's Football League Championship Set to Hold in Calabar
The top two teams will be promoted to the NWFL Premiership, while two teams will be relegated to the third division of the women's league in Nigeria.. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Creative Hub Underway - Govt
"Within this innovative city, all the subsectors can demonstrate their ability to create jobs and boost tourism for increased contribution to national revenue". Read more »
Nigeria: INEC Releases Final Voter Registers for Edo, Ondo Governorship Polls
INEC said that the final registers were approved at the meeting of the commission in Abuja. Read more »
Nigeria: #EndBadGovernance - Kano Protesters Speak About Waving Russian Flags
"The government must listen to our concerns; they must bring back the fuel subsidy. The only flag that I cannot raise is that of Israel." Read more »
Nigeria: #EndBadGovernance - 30 Protesters Granted Bail in Katsina - Lawyer
The suspects were arraigned before several magistrates in the state on Monday. Read more »
Nigeria: Paris 2024 - Amusan Headlines Day 12 for Team Nigeria
Also on Wednesday, Samuel Ogazi, the 18-year-old history-maker, will compete in the men's 400m final. Read more »
Nigeria: Fitch Downgrades Dangote Industries As GCR Affirms Group's Ratings
The latest review of the creditworthiness of the corporation saw Fitch lower its National Long-Term Rating to 'B+(nga)' from 'AA(nga)' and placed the ratings of the group on rating… Read more »
Nigeria: #EndBadGovernance - Criminals Have Hijacked Rivers Protest - Police
"The ongoing protests in Rivers have devolved into criminal activities, with hoodlums harassing residents going about their lawful business." Read more »
August 06
Nigeria: Lagos Court Extends Protest Restriction Order
"This is to ensure that the state can continue to enjoy the relative peace being experienced despite the ongoing protests across the country." Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Government to Revive Textile Industry - Shettima
Nigeria's textile industry has continued to struggle for years despite the country's huge market potential for cotton production. Read more »
Nigeria: #EndBadGovernance - 13 CSOs Harp On Dialogue, Release of Detained Protesters
President Tinubu, during his speech on the fourth day of the protest, expressed the government's openness to dialogue with protesters. Read more »
Nigeria: #EndBadGovernance - We're Trailing Those Calling for Regime Change - Military
The CDS said the military knew that some protesters calling for regime changes were sponsored, adding that the armed forces and other security agencies were trailing them to bring… Read more »
August 07
Nigeria: Ndume Apologises to APC for Criticising Tinubu
Mr Ndume said he ought to have sought permission from the APC leaders before criticising the president publicly. Read more »
August 06
Nigeria: Paris 2024 - Favour Ofili Finishes Sixth in 200m Final
Despite a valiant effort from Lane 9 at the Stade de France, Ofili's luck didn't quite align on Tuesday night Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Appoints New Heads for Naptip, Six Other Agencies
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of seven qualified Nigerians to head strategic agencies and programmes under the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs,… Read more »
Nigeria: Paris 2024 - Oborududu Fails in Her Bid for Bronze
The Nigerian could not get any points against the 21-year-old Japanese over the two rounds. Read more »
August 07
Nigeria: Tinunu Appoints New RMAFC Commissioners
Pesident Tinubu said he expects the new federal commissioners to demonstrate absolute fidelity to the nation in the discharge of their duties. Read more »