Nigeria: Kalgwai Fishing Festival Set to Boost Tourism, Economic Growth in Jigawa

The biggest fish caught at the colourful festival weighed 100 kilograms, followed by 90 and 80 kilograms, respectively. Read more »

Nigeria: President Federation Cup - Abia Warriors, El-Kanemi Gear Up for Final in Lagos

While El-Kanemi are seeking a third title, Abia Warriors are battling for their maiden success. Read more »

West Africa: Ecowas Gives $2 Million in Aid to Red Cross, WFP

The Nigerian Red Cross, which aims to reach 3,500 households in Adamawa, Anambra, Oyo, Kebbi, Kogi and Rivers states, got a cheque of $906,205. Read more »

Nigeria: Again, NASS to Extend 2023 Budget, Supplementary Appropriations Act to Beat Expiry Date

The lawmakers are planning to extend the two budgets till 31 December. Read more »

Nigeria: 2,600 People Killed in Benue Attacks in One Year - Amnesty International

Mrs Magaji further said 18 out of the 23 local government areas (LGAs) in Benue State were constantly under security threats by armed attackers. Read more »

Nigeria: How Anambra Security Votes Money Moved to Private Companies Under Ex-Governor Obiano - Witnesses

Mr Obiano faces nine charges of diversion of over N4 billion from the Anambra State Government's security votes account in his last five years in office. Read more »

Africa: 90% of Tramadol Seizures Globally Occur in Africa - UNODC

"More than 90 per cent of tramadol seizures over the past five years worldwide were seized in Africa, predominantly West Africa." Read more »

Nigeria: Govt, ASUU Meet to Avert Strike By Lecturers' Union

"The government has spent one year in office and we have not been called for any formal meeting. Today we are having the first formal meeting." Read more »

Nigeria: Saraki Loses Mother, Tinubu Mourns

President Tinubu said Mrs Saraki lived a long and fruitful life as a servant of her community, a servant of God, and a beloved guardian and mother to many. Read more »

Nigeria: Celebrated Nigerian Artist Zinno Orara Dies At 58

A celebrated figure in the Nigerian art scene, Zinno Orara's vibrant and thought-provoking works garnered international acclaim. Read more »

Nigeria: Shettima Rallies Support for Tinubu As President's Delegation Pays Him Condolence Visit

"I wish to call on all of us to rally around him and see to it that we salvage this nation together. It's not a game of apportioning blame. It's a game of making this country work,… Read more »

Nigeria: Police Arrest Suspects of Ekiti Killings, Mastermind of 2012 Ado-Ekiti Jailbreak

Mr Abutu said that the RRS operatives also arrested one Omotuyi Temitope, the mastermind of the 2012 jailbreak at Ado Ekiti Correctional Centre. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Security Agencies Are Involved in Oil Theft - IPMAN Coordinator

"NNPC Is doing its best to stop bunkering, but security agencies are not helping. Oil theft cannot occur without the connivance of security agencies. When illegal vessels are… Read more »

Nigeria: Sexual Harassment - Media Experts Urge Tertiary Institutions to Address Knowledge Gap

The communique is signed by about 30 participants, including of the Editor-in-Chief of PREMIUM TIMES, Musikilu Mojeed. Read more »

Nigeria: CJID Holds Webinar to Discuss Nigeria's Position On Samoa Agreement

The event, which took place on 20 June 2024 and was moderated by Tobi Oluwatola, the CEO of Tao Energy, scrutinised the risks and benefits of signing the Agreement. Read more »

Nigeria: Contract Breach Allegation - Actress Angel Unigwe's Mum Takes Legal Action Against Kanayo

"We urge the public to disregard the baseless falsehoods and support us in standing against this new but not uncommon action of cyberbullying and harassment." Read more »

Nigeria: Alleged N109bn Fraud - EFCC Witness Denies Non-Prosecution Deal With Ex-Accountant-General

Former Accountant General of the Federation (AGF) Ahmed Idris said he involuntarily gave certain statements in writing to EFCC based on a promise by the commission not to prosecute… Read more »

Nigeria: Just in - Fire Guts Dangote Refinery

"We have swiftly contained a minor fire incident at our effluent treatment plant," Mr Chiejina, said Read more »

Nigeria: Why Nigeria Is Yet to Commence Vaccine Production - Minister

The minister said local production of vaccines is imperative to strengthening the country's health sector. Read more »

Nigeria: Cholera - State Govt Must End Open Defecation - Minister

The minister urged other states of the federation to emulate Jigawa State, which he noted is the only state declared free of open defecation. Read more »

Nigeria: Alleged N432 Billion Fraud - El-Rufai Sues Kaduna Government, Assembly

The Kaduna State House of Assembly adopted the report of an ad-hoc committee that indicted Mr El-Rufai of fraud and requested his prosecution. Read more »

Nigeria: Rugby Federation Teams Up With Flovale for Global Expansion

The official signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the two organisations occurred in Lagos on Tuesday. Read more »

Nigeria: Man Arrested Over Alleged Molestation, Gay Sex With 'Several Boys'

Nigeria's anti-gay law enacted in January 2014 stipulates a 14-year prison term for anyone convicted of having sex with members of the same sex. Read more »

Nigeria: Report Diversion of Health Funds in Your Communities, Minister Tasks Nigerians

In March, the Nigerian government authorised the disbursement of N25 billion through the BHCPF across states of the federation. Read more »

Nigeria: Exclusive - Residents Jubilant As Terror Kingpin Relocates to Their Area, Praise Him in New Song

A song released in June by some unidentified singers allegedly from Tsafe says Mr Gide's arrival has allowed them to resume farming in the area. Read more »