June 10
Nigeria: Police Debunk Reports of School Attacks in Niger
The Niger State Police Command has dismissed reports alleging that hoodlums attacked schools in Bosso, Kpakungu, Sabon-Wuse and Lambata areas of the state, describing the claims as… Read more »
Nigeria: Govt Probes Landing of Aircraft On Delta Roadway
The Federal Government has ordered a probe into how an aircraft landed on a roadway, and also took off, in Ogwashi-Uku area, near Asaba, Delta State capital, on Wednesday. Read more »
Nigeria: Govt Moves to Repatriate Over 100 Nigerians in Ethiopian Prisons
The Federal Government has concluded arrangements to repatriate more than 100 Nigerian prisoners currently serving jail terms in Ethiopia following a bilateral prisoner transfer… Read more »
Nigeria: Kogi School Attack - Police Intensify Manhunt for Fleeing Bandits
The Kogi State Police Command says it has repelled an attack by armed bandits who invaded Iluke community in Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area of the state on Wednesday, June 10,… Read more »
Nigeria: I Have Been Remanded in Kirikiri Correctional Center - Blessing CEO
Social media influencer and self-styled relationship therapist, Okoro Blessing Nkiruka, popularly known as Blessing CEO, has disclosed that she has been remanded at the Kirikiri… Read more »
Nigeria: Bandits Attack Kogi School, Kill Vice Principal, 2 Others, Kidnap 3 Students
Residents of Iluke community in Bunu District of Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State have called for urgent government intervention following a deadly attack by armed… Read more »
Nigeria: Edo Shuts Schools As DSS Allegedly Uncovers Plot to Abduct Students
The Edo state government has ordered the immediate closure of three secondary schools in Akoko-Edo Local Government Area following intelligence reports of a kidnap threat against… Read more »
Nigeria: Obi Demands N5bn Damages, Gives Kenneth Okonkwo Seven Days to Retract Allegations
Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) for the 2027 election, Peter Obi, has issued a seven-day ultimatum to actor-turned-politician Kenneth Okonkwo to… Read more »
Nigeria: You're Looking for Campaign Funds - Okonkwo Reacts to Obi's N5bn Defamation Suit
Actor-turned-politician Kenneth Okonkwo has reacted to the N5 billion defamation suit reportedly being prepared against him by former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi,… Read more »
Nigeria: Senate Queries Sedc, Accuses Commission of Spending N153m On Abuja Office Rent
The Senate has placed the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the South East Development Commission, Mark Okoye, under scrutiny over the management of funds released… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Faces Connectivity Loss If Aviation Costs Persist, IATA Warns
The International Air Transport Association, IATA, has raised concerns over Nigeria's infrastructure and operating costs, saying the country risked losing aviation connectivity if… Read more »
Nigeria: IMF Counsels Govt Against $5bn UAE Loan, Seeks Higher Taxes
·Says 63% of Nigerians live in poverty Read more »
Nigeria: June 12 - How to Deepen Nigeria's Democracy - -Akpabio, Falana, Others
ABUJA- THE Senate President, Godswill Akpabio; rights activist, Mr Femi Falana, SAN; the Executive Secretary of the National Human Rights Commission, NHRC, Mr Tony Ojukwu, SAN; a… Read more »
Nigeria: Sharia Council Raises Alarm Over Rising Insecurity, Urges Govt to Act
The Supreme Council for Shariah in Nigeria has expressed concern over the worsening security situation across the country, calling on the Federal Government to take urgent and… Read more »
Nigeria: Reps Summon Service Chiefs, Finance Minister Over Security Spending
Abuja--The House of Representatives, yesterday, summoned Service Chiefs and the Finance Minister and Coordinating Minister of the Economy to appear before it and provide a detailed… Read more »
Nigeria: After Rescue of 416 Captives in Borno, 11 More Kidnapped Women Regain Freedom
*Jubilant Ngoshe stakeholders disclaim Kaigama as mediator over freed 416 captives Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Moving in Right Direction - Govt
ABUJA -- The Federal Government yester day mounted robust defence of President Bola Tinubu's reform agenda, declaring that Nigeria is steadily emerging from economic fragility and… Read more »
Nigeria: Video - 'God Will Choose' - Pastor Kumuyi Speaks On Handing Over Church to Sons
The General Superintendent of the Deeper Christian Life Ministry, Pastor W.F. Kumuyi, has dismissed speculation that he may eventually hand over the leadership of the church to any… Read more »
Nigeria/Benin: Flamingos to Resume Camp Ahead of Benin W/Cup Qualifier Showdown
Nigeria's U-17 women's national team, the Flamingos, will return to camp on June 14 as preparations intensify for their decisive FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualifying clash… Read more »
Nigeria: Insecurity - Edo Government Shuts Down Three Public Schools
THE Edo State government on Wednesday said it has shut down three public secondary schools till further notice due to security concerns. Read more »
Nigeria: Reps Clarifies Eligibility for Principal Offices, Dims Ugochinyere's Minority Leader Ambition
The House of Representatives on Wednesday adopted a formal interpretation of its Standing Orders defining "cognate legislative experience" as the completion of at least one full… Read more »
Nigeria: Anambra Strengthens Ebola Preparedness Amid Regional Outbreak Concerns
The Anambra Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening preparedness and response measures against Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) amid concerns about reported outbreaks in… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Democracy Evolving Despite Challenges, Says NBA Chairman-Elect
The Chairman-Elect of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Makurdi Branch, Mr. Joseph Gbagyo, says Nigeria's democracy is making progress despite the numerous challenges facing the… Read more »
Nigeria: Reps Urge Tinubu to Intensify Fight Against Banditry, Kidnappings
The House of Representatives has called on President Bola Tinubu to adopt a more comprehensive and aggressive security strategy to tackle banditry, terrorism and kidnapping across… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Man Escapes From Prison Van in London, Police Launch Manhunt
Police in London have launched a manhunt for a 25-year-old prisoner, Temitope Segun, after he escaped from custodial transport in the Plumstead area of South East London. Read more »
