Nigeria: Was Ransom Paid to Secure Kidnapped Schoolchildren's Release? Amnesty Raises Fresh Query

In this interview, the Country Director of Amnesty International, Nigeria, Isa Sanusi, speaks on human rights in Nigeria. Read more »

Nigeria: Oyarore Salt Festival Showcases Nasarawa's Rich Heritage, Boosts Creative Economy - Minister

The Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, says Nigeria's cultural festivals remain vital tools for preserving heritage, strengthening unity and… Read more »

Nigeria: 11 Days to Tax Reform - Will My Bank Account Be Blocked From Jan 1, 2026 If I Don't Have Tin?

Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, has allayed widespread fears among Nigerians over the impending tax reforms scheduled to… Read more »

Nigeria: Christmas - Surplus Rice, Price Crash, Hope Dashed

Peter Dama takes a deep breath before saying slowly: "Yes. Rice price has crashed, and Nigerians are benefiting. But as local producers, we are losing big. Read more »

Nigeria: Osun 2026 - Governance Is Serious Vusiness, APC Candidate, Oyebamiji Declares

The gubernatorial candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the August 8, 2026 governorship election in Osun State, Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO), has… Read more »

West Africa: Benin Republic, Seamfix Digitise Passport Renewals for Diaspora

Provider of digital identity and biometric solutions supporting institutions across Africa and globally, Seamfix, has developed ePass, a self-service digital passport renewal… Read more »

Nigeria: Defection - PDP Sues Oborevwori, Delta Attorney-General, APC, INEC

A member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ward 3/7, Ughelli North local government area, Delta state, Alex Akporute, has instituted an originating summons against m Governor… Read more »

Nigeria: Trump Bans Nigerians, Others From U.S. Citizenship, Green Card Application

The United States government has expanded a sweeping pause on legal immigration applications to include those filed by people from an additional 20 countries, including Nigeria,… Read more »

Nigeria: Yusuf Tuggar - Redefining Nigeria's Voice On the World Stage

His professional pedigree, coupled with his reputation for strategic thinking, set him head and shoulders above other candidates when President Bola Ahmed Tinubu needed a capable… Read more »

Nigeria: INEC Wades Into PDP Leadership Crisis, Summons Factions

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has summoned the two warring factions of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for a troubleshooting meeting at the commission's… Read more »

Nigeria: Ondo Magistrates Begin Strike January Over Judicial Autonomy

The Coalition of Magistrates, Presidents of Grade 'A' Customary Courts and Legal Research Officers across Ondo State, are to withdraw their services with effect from January 5,… Read more »

Nigeria: Tinubu Write NASS Again Seeks Repeal, Re-Enactment of 2024, 2025 Budgets

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has transmitted fresh Appropriation (Repeal and Re-Enactment) Bills for the 2024 and 2025 fiscal years to the House of Representatives, seeking… Read more »

Nigeria: FCCPC Unseals Ikeja Electric Hqtrs After Compliance Undertaking On Consumer Rights

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, FCCPC, has lifted the seal placed on the headquarters of Ikeja Electric Plc after the power firm agreed to comply with… Read more »

Nigeria: Burna Boy, Olamide Earn Spots On Obama's Favourite Songs List for 2025

Former United States President Barack Obama has unveiled his yearly compilation of favourite books, films and songs, continuing a tradition he began while in office. Read more »

Nigeria: 2027 - Reps Increase Presidential Candidates' Campaign Spending Limits From ₦5bn to ₦10bn

The House of Representatives has approved an increase in campaign spending limits for candidates seeking elective offices in Nigeria, doubling the ceiling for presidential… Read more »

Nigeria: State Police - What I Told Us, European Partners - Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu on Thursday said that he had assured the United States and European partners that his administration would implement state police to boost security in… Read more »

Nigeria: Lagos Records Breakthrough in Routine, HPV Immunisation Drive With Vaxsocial Project

Lagos State has recorded a major breakthrough in routine and HPV immunisation awareness, and uptake through the Nigeria Vaccination Coverage (VaxSocial) - a digital demand… Read more »

Nigeria: Army Dismantles Bandit Enclaves, Kills Five in Sokoto-Zamfara Operation

SOKOTO--Troops of the 8 Division Garrison of the Nigerian Army have carried out a coordinated operation against armed bandit groups in parts of Sokoto and Zamfara States, resulting… Read more »

Nigeria: 2027 - Non-Indigenes Vow Robust Support for Delta Lawmaker

BOMADI--Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Political Movement of Non-Indigenes in Bomadi Local Government Area of Delta State has pledged strong support for the re-election… Read more »

Nigeria: Power Grids, Banks, Hospitals Face Rising Threats From Global Cyber War, Tech Experts Warn Govt

Technology researcher and CEO, Compsoftnet Technologies, Mr Taiwo Akinremi,has warned the Federal government to brace the challenge of protecting the country's critical… Read more »

Africa: Africa's Migrant Workers Still Trapped in Exploitation, ITUC Warns

Africa's migrant workers continue to face widespread exploitation, abuse and insecurity despite the existence of regional and global protection frameworks, the African Regional… Read more »

Nigeria: Dangote Refinery's PMs Supply Will Reduce Petrol Price, Says IPMAN

The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has called on all its members nationwide to patronise the Dangote Refinery in their purchase of PMS products,… Read more »

Nigeria: Uncertainty Over NAF Aircraft Departure to Portugal After Release in Burkina Faso

The Federal Government has expressed uncertainty over the current status of the 11 soldiers and aircraft detained in Burkina Faso, casting doubt on reports that they have departed… Read more »

Nigeria: Little Hearts, Big Battles - How Hospitals for Humanity Is Saving Nigeria's Most Vulnerable Children

Few weeks ago, as part of Hospitals for Humanity's surgical programme, the waiting room at Diamed Centre in Lagos did not feel like a hospital waiting area during the… Read more »

Nigeria: Firm Earns Investment-Grade National Rating

Global Credit Ratings, GCR, now part of Moody's global network and aligned with its internationally recognised analytical standards, has assigned Sunbeth Global Concepts Limited… Read more »