Nigeria: Ogun Confirms Nine Cholera Cases, One Death

Giving an update on the cholera outbreak and the state's response, the health commissioner said it has spread to seven local government areas. Read more »

Nigeria: Amusan Anchors Nigeria to Relay Gold At African Championships

Nigeria currently boasts four gold medals at the Championships Read more »

Nigeria: Police Arrest Councillor, Village Chiefs Over Stolen Electricity Transformer

The councillor, Abdullahi Panda, represents Kumo East ward in Akko Local Government Area of Gombe State Read more »

Nigeria: Why Security Hasn't Improved in Nigeria - Researcher

He said government policies are failing to address the problems and making things worse. Read more »

Nigeria: NUJ Tasks Govt On Journalists' Safety, Cost of Living, Insecurity, Others

The NUJ called on the federal government to address insurgency in the North-east, banditry in the North-west, rising militancy in the South-south, as well as kidnapping and ritual… Read more »

Nigeria: Otedola Raises Shareholding in FBN Holdings to 11.6%

With the new acquisition, Mr Otedola's holding now stands at 11.6 percent compared to the 8.7 per cent held by Oba Otudeko, his closest rival. Read more »

Nigeria: Ibadan Residents Throng Ibedc Office, Govt Secretariat, Protest 10-Year Power Outage

Some of the inscriptions on the banners and placards read: 'IBEDC is a scam,' 'Light Up Iwo/Lalupon,' 'We reject darkness,' 'Fourteen years, our children haven't seen electricity,'… Read more »

Nigeria: Shettima Loses Mother-in-Law

The remains of Maryam Albishir were laid to rest in Kano on Monday in accordance with Islamic traditions. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Defends Approval of GMO Maize

She said the agency's attention had been drawn to concerns being raised by Nigerians following the approval and launch of TELA maize in the country. Read more »

Nigeria: Police Arrest Four Suspects in Murder of Retired Army General in Abuja

Uwem Udokwere, a retired brigadier general, was killed by armed robbers in his Abuja home on Saturday. Read more »

Nigeria: Abuja Farming Community Begs Wike for Access Road, Basic Amenities

They urged the minister and other relevant bodies to prevent them from being completely cut off from Abuja. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria's Electricity Customers Rose to 12.3 Million in Q1 2024 - NBS

On a year-on-year basis, the statistics office said customer numbers in Q1 2024 rose by 9.47 per cent from 11.27 million reported in Q1 2023 Read more »

Nigeria: Court Acquits Former Lagos Speaker, Aide of Money Laundering Charges

The trial of the former Lagos State Speaker Ikuforiji on money laundering charges has lasted over 12 years, journeying to and back from the Supreme Court within the period. Read more »

Nigeria: Prices of Tomatoes, Rice, Other Food Items Increased in May - NBS

In recent years, food prices have risen across Nigeria as farmers abandon their farms due to insecurity. Read more »

Nigeria: NAFDAC Issues Alert On Falsified Injection for Infection

NAFDAC noted that detecting and removing the product from circulation is essential to prevent harm to patients Read more »

Nigeria: BRT Violation - 'Laide Bakare Lied - She Was Fined for Disobeying Traffic Law' - Police

"This is police brutality. This is a misuse of power. More than 15 men with guns attacked me and my underage daughter". Read more »

Nigeria: 'I Don't Regret Going Into Politics, I'll Do It Again' - Funke Akindele

The PDP governorship candidate in Lagos, Olajide Adediran, aka Jandor, picked Ms Akindele as his running mate in the 2023 general election. Read more »

Nigeria: Kidnapped Ex-Shell Worker Rescued By Police

The kidnappers had demanded N50 million ransom, according to the police. Read more »

Nigeria: Cholera - Nigeria Records 53 Deaths As Govt Warns Against Unhygienic Drinks

The NCDC DG noted that a recent risk assessment placed Nigeria at high risk of increased cholera transmission and impact. Read more »

Nigeria: How $500m 'Nigeria for Women Project' Will Boost Fish Export - Minister

The 'Nigeria for Women Project' project is designed to help ensure better economic opportunities for women, essential for addressing gender inequality. Read more »

Nigeria: Court Acquits Former Lagos Speaker of Money Laundering Charges

The trial of the former Lagos State Speaker Ikuforiji on money laundering charges started over 12 years, journeying to and back from the Supreme Court. Read more »

Nigeria: How Armed Robbers Killed Retired Army General in His Abuja Home

Uwem was killed at his home in Sunshine Home Estate, Abuja on Saturday. Read more »

Nigeria: Gunmen Abduct Police Orderly, Driver to Rivers' Traditional Ruler

The incident happened on Saturday, according to an official. Read more »

Nigeria: Experts Advocate Establishment of Childcare Facilities in Nigerian Workplaces

Gender equality and work-life balance are becoming increasingly vital in today's workplaces. Read more »

Nigeria: 2026 World Cup - Super Eagles Can Still Qualify - Adepoju

Former Super Eagles midfielder believes the Eagles can still qualify for the 2026 World Cup by winning their remaining six matches. Read more »