January 14
Nigeria: Lagos to Host Nigeria/UAE Investopia, February - Tinubu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced that Nigeria will co-host Investopia with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in Lagos in February, an initiative aimed at attracting global… Read more »
Morocco: Nigeria Face Morocco in High-Stakes Afcon Semi-Final Today
Nigeria will face host nation Morocco today in one of the most eagerly anticipated semi-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in… Read more »
Nigeria: Police Foil Armed Bandits' Attack in Gombe Village
The Gombe State Command said it has successfully foiled an armed bandits' attack at Guda Lamido Village, Kashere town in Akko Local Government Area of Gombe State. Read more »
Nigeria: DHQ Golf Kitty Honours Fallen Soldiers, Veterans, Serving Personnel
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) at the weekend organised a Golf Kitty in Abuja as part of activities marking the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day, an annual… Read more »
Nigeria: NPFL Second Round Kicks Off Today
The second round of the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) campaign kicks off today with a series of midweek fixtures scheduled across all designated league centres. Read more »
Nigeria: Ex-Handball Star, Agbonifo Boosts FCT School With Learning Materials
Former Nigerian international handball player, Richard Agbonifo, has extended his passion for youth development beyond the court as he led his Hand2Hand Sports Foundation to donate… Read more »
Nigeria: Usman Dantata, Ahmed Indimi, Others Appointed Into Firstholdco's Non-Bank Subsidiaries
First HoldCo Plc recently appointed new board appointments across its non-commercial banking subsidiaries following regulatory approvals from the Securities and Exchange Commission… Read more »
Nigeria: Gov Okpebholo Orders Release of AAU Students
The Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has ordered the release of the protesters he described as innocent and genuine students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), arrested during… Read more »
Nigeria: PANDEF Distances Self From Planned Protest Against NDDC Leadership
The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has distanced itself from a planned protest against the leadership of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). Read more »
Nigeria: 'Yobe's Trailer Park to Create 5,000 Jobs'
The Yobe State Government has constructed a new trailer motor park to boost economic activities and improve the state's Internally Generated Revenue (IGR). Read more »
West Africa: Nigeria Daily - How Far Has Nigeria's Economy and Infrastructure Come From 1999 to Now?
Nigeria began its Fourth Republic in 1999 with a fragile economy and severely weakened infrastructure after years of military rule. Read more »
Nigeria: Kwankwaso Backs Temporary APC Shift
A former Kano State governor, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has urged his associates in Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf's government, who are reportedly under pressure over the… Read more »
Nigeria: May 29, 1999 - The Hopes, the Aspirations
The swearing-in of President Olusegun Obasanjo on May 29, 1999 marked the beginning of Nigeria's Fourth Republic and the longest stretch of uninterrupted democratic governance in… Read more »
Nigeria: Sokoto Communities Deserted Over Bandits' Attacks
No fewer than 28 villages have been deserted following sustained attacks by bandits, particularly groups loyal to notorious kingpin Bello Turji, in Tidibale village and the… Read more »
January 13
Nigeria: Tinubu Spent 196 of 365 Days in 2025 Outside Nigeria - Obi
Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has raised concerns over President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's frequent foreign travels, claiming that the president spent about 196… Read more »
Nigeria: I'll Clear Unpaid Pensions, Gratuities By Month-End, Says Gov Alia
Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has assured pensioners in the state that all outstanding pensions and gratuities accrued within the last two and a half years will be cleared… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Daily - How Nigeria's Elections Have Changed Since 1999
Nigeria returned to civilian rule in 1999 after years of military governance, with an election that symbolised hope, national rebirth, and the promise of democratic stability. Read more »
Nigeria: Soldiers' Deployment for Internal Security Weakening Police - Buratai
A former Chief of Army Staff, Tukur Buratai, on Monday said the increasing deployment of members of the Armed Forces of Nigeria for internal security is weakening the capacity of… Read more »
Nigeria: 2027 - Tambuwal Welcomes Foreign Intervention for Credible Polls
Former Sokoto State governor and senator representing Sokoto South, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has said he would welcome intervention by the international community in Nigeria's 2027… Read more »
Nigeria: Customs Rolls Out Fresh Procedure for Courier Companies
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has rolled out a new Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for courier companies operating in the country. Read more »
Algeria/Morocco: Abuja Fans Hail Super Eagles' Win Over Algeria, Caution Against Morocco Tomorrow
Football fans in Abuja have lauded the Weekend Super Eagles' impressive 2-0 victory over Algeria at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, describing the performance… Read more »
Nigeria: Generator Fumes Kill Six Family Members in Rivers
Six members of a family have been found dead in their residence at Ogale Eleme community in Eleme Local Government Area (LGA) of Rivers State. Read more »
Nigeria: It Firm Launches N50m Tech Scholarship Scheme for Almajiri Pupils
An ICT training institute, New Horizons Nigeria, has announced a major CSR initiative that is geared towards improving Nigeria's GDP, reduce unemployment and improve national… Read more »
Nigeria: Alleged Abduction and Abuse of Walida Abdullahi - DSS Arrests Suspect After Two Years
A man identified as Ifeanyi Onyewuenyi, who allegedly worked with the Department of State Services (DSS), has been accused of abducting a young girl named Walida Abdullahi from… Read more »
Nigeria: What the 2026 FCT Elections Reveal About Nigeria's Democracy
When the Independent National Electoral Commission released the final list of candidates for the 2026 Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council elections, it did more than… Read more »
