July 26
Nigeria: Tinubu Provides More Information On Proposed Livestock Ministry
Controversy has traced the proposal to create a livestock ministry since the president first hinted at it on 9 July. Read more »
July 27
Niger: One Year After Niger Coup, What Has Changed
Deposed President Mohamed Bazoum of Niger is still being detained by the putschists. Read more »
Nigeria: Mass Transit - FCDA Owns Only 84 Buses but Few Are Functional - - Official
'The Abuja AUMTCO has been somewhat epileptic, really. Because as we speak, I think they have only about 84 buses, and most of the buses are not working," the official said. Read more »
Nigeria: Court Convicts 125 Terrorism Suspects in Mass Trial
AGF said that 85 individuals were convicted for financing terrorism, 22 for ICC-related crimes, and the remaining defendants for various terrorism offences. Read more »
July 26
Nigeria: Governor Commissions N250 Million Facility Donated to University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital
The Batuli Ajiferuke Shagaya Burn Intensive Care Unit in the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital (UITH) is named after the mother of the donor of the facility Read more »
Nigeria: Jigawa Announces Date for Local Government Elections
JISIEC announced 5 October as the date for elections in the 27 local government elections. Read more »
Nigeria: Album Review - Rema Pushes Boundaries in 'Heis' but Struggles With Cohesion
Despite its standout moments, the album's thematic inconsistency and production similarities prevent it from achieving its full potential. Read more »
Nigeria: Dialogue Should Be Prioritised Over Street Protests'
Aremu proposes dialogue as an alternative to “leaderless protests”, adding that “protests without clear-cut agenda are destroying countries like Sudan and Kenya,… Read more »
Nigeria: How Police Allegedly Raided Abuja Hotel, Arrested, Extorted Money From Staff, Guests
"They raided eight of our staff and even three barristers that came there to watch football. They broke our entrance door, which was a security door," the Human Resources Manager… Read more »
Nigeria: Dangote Cement's Half-Year Profit Slightly Higher Despite Record Revenue
Worth N5.4 trillion in total assets, the cement maker opened trade on Friday in Lagos at a market capitalisation of N11.2 trillion. Read more »
July 25
Nigeria: Anambra Judiciary Workers Suspend Strike
The union has directed its members to resume work. Read more »
Nigeria: Trending - X Users Donate Over N16 Million to Parents of Quadruplets in 24 Hours
"105 pieces of diapers in 6 days, ha! I am finished; I am in trouble. Have mercy on me, this quadruplet." Read more »
Nigeria: Abuja Not Available for Protesters - Wike
Mr Wike said that 1 August, when the protest is scheduled to hold, has been set aside for giving out certificates of recognition to traditional rulers in the six area councils. Read more »
Nigeria: Senate Panel to 'Expose' Importers of Adulterated Fuel
The committee also said it would investigate the reasons behind the failure of the nation's refineries to commence operation despite huge funds allocated to them yearly. Read more »
July 26
Nigeria: Nigeria's Economy On Path of Recovery, I'm Not Afraid of Protests - Tinubu
President Tinubu said his administration will do more to meet the needs of Nigerians. Read more »
Nigeria: Why We Support Upcoming Protest Against Tinubu Government - Afenifere Faction's Spokesperson
The Afenifere faction says the planned protest is an organic reaction to the government's failed economic policies. Read more »
Nigeria: Why the Federal Ministry of Livestock Must Be Stillborn
While the seriousness and urgency of tackling livestock-related problems in the country are unquestionable, the solution is NOT in creating a federal ministry. Read more »
July 25
Nigeria: Nancy Isime Slammed for Wearing Hijab in Heist Movie
The movie's set photos depicts women in hijabs and face veils brandishing guns during a bank heist, sparking widespread outrage. Read more »
Nigeria: INEC Raises Security Concerns Over Edo Governorship Election
Mahmood Yakubu, the chairperson of INEC, said this in Abuja on Thursday when he appeared before the joint Senate and House of Representatives Committee on Electoral Matters. Read more »
Nigeria: Warning On Impending Flash Flood in Rivers
Thirteen local government areas in the state will experience flash flooding between now and November, NEMA said. Read more »
Nigeria: #endbadgovernance Protest - We're Not Involved in Impending Oro Festival - Lagos Govt
In a tweet by Lagospedia on X on Wednesday, titled, 'Public Announcement,' the unsigned statement informed Lagos residents and visitors of the impending Oro festival. Read more »
Nigeria: Gov Sani Performs Groundbreaking of 14.8km Kaduna Millennium City Ring Road Project
Thinklab Group, a renowned conglomerate with expertise in housing development, finance solutions, and infrastructure, has been appointed as the contractor for the project Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Vs Brazil Preview - Super Falcons Eye Historic Win in Bordeaux
With a good balance of experience and talent, Randy Waldrum's team looks poised to make a statement. Read more »
Nigeria: Court Sends Two Marketing Agents to Prison for Alleged N10.6 Million Fraud
The trial judge made the remand order after rejecting the defendants' bail application. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Military Warns Against Nationwide Protests, Says It May Lead to Anarchy
"Given the situation, there are already indicators that unscrupulous elements are bent on hijacking the planned protest for violent purposes." Read more »