Nigeria: Lagos Police Arrest 68 Suspects, Recover Firearms, Stolen Vehicles in Major Crackdown

The Lagos State Police Command has recorded significant breakthroughs in crime prevention and control, arresting 68 suspected criminals and recovering firearms, stolen vehicles and… Read more »

Nigeria: Army Chief Orders Offensive Against Criminal Elements in South West

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has directed troops of 2 Division to flush out all criminal elements operating within their area of responsibility. Read more »

Nigeria: What's the Big Deal About the Akwa Ibom Airport Being Designated 'International'

On Wednesday December 18, 2025, during an interactive session with journalists at the quarterly meeting of the Akwa Ibom Council of Elders in Uyo, a former governor of the state… Read more »

Nigeria: Technology Can Solve Nigeria's Security Challenges - Expert

An information technology expert, Olufemi Ariyo, has proposed the deployment of integrated, data-driven, and people-centric technology systems as a practical solution to Nigeria's… Read more »

Nigeria: What Tinubu's 2026 Spending Plan Means for Households, SMEs, Others

There seems to be high expectations for Nigerians in 2026 with the proposed N58.18 trillion national budget, which experts say will touch the lives of ordinary Nigerians, ease… Read more »

Nigeria/Tanzania: Nigeria's Super Eagles Soar to Victory Over Tanzania in Afcon Opener

Nigeria's Super Eagles kicked off their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) campaign with a confident 2-1 victory against Tanzania on Tuesday night, showcasing attacking prowess and… Read more »

Nigeria: Dangote Refinery Warns Against Petrol Diversion As N739/Litre Sale Begins Nationwide

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has commenced nationwide sale of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) at a pump price of N739 per litre across all MRS Oil Nigeria Plc filling stations. Read more »

Nigeria: 130 Abducted Niger Students, Teachers Released, None Left in Captivity - Presidency

165 missing not 130, says Catholic Bishop of Kontagora Diocese Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria-U.S. Diplomatic Row Resolved, Ties Stronger Than Ever, Says Federal Government

The Federal Government has said its recent diplomatic dispute with the United States, which followed comments by US President Donald Trump threatening military intervention over… Read more »

Nigeria: Kaduna Governor Sani Signs N985bn 2026 Budget Into Law

Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani, has signed the 2026 Appropriation Bill into law, with the education sector taking the largest share of 25% of the N985.9 billion budget size. Read more »

Nigeria: Federal Government Approves Mandatory Drug Tests for Public Service Job Applicants

The Federal Government has approved the introduction of compulsory pre-employment drug testing for all prospective entrants into the Nigerian Public Service. Read more »

Nigeria: Gunmen Abduct 28 Travellers in Plateau Community

At least 28 travellers were abducted by gunmen on Sunday night in Zak community, Bashar District, in Wase local government area of Plateau State. Read more »

Nigeria: 'Release of Niger School Children Looks Arranged', Says Atiku's Aide

Media aide to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Paul Ibe, has raised doubts about the circumstances surrounding the abduction and release of students from St. Mary's Catholic… Read more »

Nigeria: 'Wait for Lawmakers' Findings On Alleged Tax Law Discrepancies,' Oyedele Tells Nigerians

The Chairman of the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee, Taiwo Oyedele, has urged Nigerians to exercise patience and await the outcome of investigations by the… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria's Economy Records Expansion in 2025 - Minister

The federal government has said that Nigeria's economy expanded consistently for 12 consecutive months in 2025, reflecting sustained growth in economic activities despite global… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria's Exports to U.S. Plunge By N940.98bn Amid Rising Tariffs, Weak Demand

Nigeria's exports to the United States fell sharply by N940.98 billion in the first nine months of 2025, highlighting a growing strain in bilateral trade as US tariffs and tougher… Read more »

Nigeria: Presidency Clarifies Controversy Over Alleged Discrepancies in New Tax Laws

The Presidency has clarified reports of discrepancies in the new tax reform laws scheduled to take effect from January 1, 2026, insisting that claims circulating in the media were… Read more »

Nigeria: Akpabio Heads to Supreme Court As Battle Over Natasha's Suspension Deepens

The legal and political storm surrounding the suspension case involving Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has deepen following the decision of Senate President Godswill Akpabio to… Read more »

Nigeria: Reactions As National Assembly Votes On 44 Constitution Amendment Bills Tomorrow

After a year-long exercise, the National Assembly, particularly the House of Representatives, will tomorrow, December 23, 2025, vote on 44 Constitution Alteration Bills. Read more »

Nigeria: 'No Fear, No Violence This Christmas', Tinubu Assures

President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians that the Yuletide season will be peaceful and safe, urging citizens to celebrate without fear or violence. Read more »

Ghana: Ghana Deports 42 Nigerians Over Prostitution, Fraud-Related Offences

Ghanaian authorities have deported 42 Nigerians from the Ashanti Region following court convictions over alleged prostitution, fraud, and other criminal offences. Read more »

Nigeria: Recalled Indomie Noodles Not Registered in Nigeria, Says Agency

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has clarified that the Indomie Noodles Vegetable Flavour [U1] recently recalled by health authorities in… Read more »

Nigeria: Akpabio, Ganduje, Ogundoyin, Others Attend Seyi Tinubu's Installation As 'Okanlomo of Yorubaland'

The city of Oyo in Oyo State was agog on Sunday afternoon with the influx of political office-holders, supporters and traditional rulers for the installation of new traditional… Read more »

Nigeria: Group Lauds Agency's Crackdown On Substandard Products

The Integrity Advocacy for Development Initiative (IADI) has presented the factual outcomes of its civil society engagement with the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON),… Read more »

Nigeria: Christmas - Police Assure Kogi Residents of Safety

Kogi State commissioner of police, Naziru Bello Kankarofi, has assured the people of the state that his men will do everything under the law to ensure peace and their safety during… Read more »