Nigeria: Drug War - U.S. Agency Pledges Support for NDLEA

A delegation of senior officials of the United States Africa Command has visited the chairman/chief executive of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig-Gen. Mohamed… Read more »

Nigeria: Lagos Chief Judge Orders Deportation of 2 Chadians, Sets 18 Inmates Free

Chief Judge of Lagos State, Justice Kazeem Alogba, has ordered the deportation of two Chadian nationals, Musa Abubakar and Yusuf Aliu and the release of 18 prison inmates from… Read more »

Egypt/Senegal: Egypt, Senegal Set for High-Stakes Afcon Rematch

Old rivals Egypt and Senegal are set to clash for the sixth time in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), as both teams face off in the semifinals at the Grand Stade de Tanger in… Read more »

Africa: Afrima 2026 - the Unstoppable Sound of Africa Rising

The 9th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), held from January 7-11, 2026 in Lagos, Nigeria, with the theme "Unstoppable Africa", was more than a glamorous awards ceremony. It was a… Read more »

Nigeria: 2027 - Be Wary of Politicians With Unrealistic Promises, Makinde Warns Residents

Ahead of the 2027 general elections, Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, has warned residents to be wary of political actors who may make unrealistic promises as the 2027 general… Read more »

Nigeria: 2027 - Gov Yahaya, Ganduje, Barau Say E-Registration Strategic to APC's Success

All Progressives Congress (APC) leaders in Kano State, led by former national chairman of the party, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, have urged party members to participate en masse in the… Read more »

Nigeria/Morocco: Afcon - Super Eagles Confident Ahead of Morocco Clash Amidst Refereeing Fears

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has moved to allay widespread fears among Nigerian supporters regarding potential biased officiating in Wednesday night's highly anticipated… Read more »

Nigeria: Local Spotlight - Inside Port Harcourt's Slow-Building Game and Interactive Tech Scene

Port Harcourt is not yet known as a centre for game development in Nigeria, but the city is quietly laying foundations through its broader tech and innovation ecosystem. Rather… Read more »

Nigeria: Hero Feature - When Games Stop Being Playthings and Start Doing Real Work

For years, games in Nigeria were seen almost entirely as entertainment--something parents tolerated at best and discouraged at worst. Today, that perception is slowly changing.… Read more »

Nigeria: 9th Afrima - Rema Beats Davido, Burna Boy, Tyla, Others to Win 'Artiste of the Year'

Nigeria's Afrobeats star, Rema, stole the show at the 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) after beating heavyweights Davido, Amr Diab of Egypt, Burna Boy, South… Read more »

Nigeria: Scholars Decry Lack of Social Support for Elderly Nigerians

Findings by the Social Network Research Group, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State, have revealed that the formal and institutional support system for elderly people in… Read more »

Nigeria: Peace, Unity Key to Development - Kefas

Taraba State governor, Dr Agbu Kefas, has described peace and unity as fundamental keys for the development and progress of any society. Read more »

Nigeria: Human Trafficking Has Persisted in Bauchi - Agency

Human trafficking remains a menace in Bauchi State, with victims trafficked both within Nigeria and across international borders, the National Agency for the Prohibition of… Read more »

Nigeria: Northern Groups Condemn Attack On Hausa Traders in Edo, Demand Justice

The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has condemned the recent attack on Hausa traders in Ekpoma, Edo Central Senatorial District, describing the incident as an unprovoked act… Read more »

Nigeria: Governor Yusuf Plans Empowerment for 50,000 Youths

Kano State government has announced plans to train and empower 50,000 youths in 2026 as part of efforts to promote self-reliance and economic stability among young people. Read more »

Nigeria: Death of Chimamanda's Son - Lawyers Back Agbakoba's Call for Health Regulation Overhaul

Some senior lawyers in the country, including a former President of the Nigeria Bar Association (NBA), Dr Olisa Agbakoba (SAN), have called for a swift overhaul of the country's… Read more »

Nigeria: Golden Penny Rewards 10,000 Customers With N4bn

Golden Penny has rewarded over 10,000 Customers with over N4 billion during its 65th Anniversary. Read more »

Nigeria: Edo Group Questions Police Over Insecurity in Esan Land

President of the Esan Akhugbe Otiti socio-cultural group, Mr Iyere Sunday, has challenged the Edo State Police Commissioner, Monday Agbonika, to account for the persistent cases of… Read more »

Nigeria: Ekpoma Protest - Okpebholo Visits Monarch, Condemns Attacks

Edo State governor, Monday Okpebholo, has condemned the attack on the palace of the Onojie of Ekpoma, His Royal Highness, Zaiki Anthony Ehizojie Abumere II, following a protest in… Read more »

Nigeria: Slow Pace of Work On Abuja-Benin Road Projects Unacceptable, Tinubu's Aide Tells Contractors

The Senior Special Assistant on Community engagement (North-Centrall to the President, Dr Abiodun Essiet, has said the slow pace of work on the Abuja-Lokoja and the Lokoja-Benin… Read more »

Nigeria: Ihedioha Joins ADC, Receives Membership Card in Imo Country Home

Former governor of Imo State, Rt. Hon. Emeka Ihedioha, has formally joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Read more »

Nigeria: AFCRD 2026 - Ex-Coas Buratai Advocates Reforms in Defence Sector

Former Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai (Rtd), has called for far-reaching reforms in Nigeria's security and governance architecture to secure the nation's… Read more »

Nigeria: Okpebholo Condemns Edo Violence, Attack On Ekpoma Monarch's Palace

Edo State governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has condemned the attack on the palace of the Onojie of Ekpoma, Zaiki Anthony Abumere II, following violence that erupted during a… Read more »

Nigeria: Super Eagles Chasing Afcon Goal-Scoring Record

The Nigeria Super Eagles are on the cusp of making history at the Africa Cup of Nations finals in Morocco, as they chase a new goal-scoring record for the tournament. With two… Read more »

Nigeria: Security Checkpoints Causing Gridlock On Nigerian Roads - - Peter Obi

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has raised concerns over what he described as the growing danger posed by poorly positioned security checkpoints across… Read more »