Africa: AI Can Address Africa's Food Security, Financial, Other Challenges - NCC

The executive vice chairman/CEO Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta, said Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered solutions can address some of… Read more »

Nigeria: UNGA - Nigeria's Minerals Deposit Worth $700bn - Federal Govt

Nigeria is ready to play an important role in meeting the global demand for critical minerals, according to the minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake. Read more »

Nigeria: ActionAid Holds Peace Football Match in Kaduna

As part of activities to commemorate the 2023 International Day of Peace, ActionAid Nigeria in collaboration with Global Peace Development organized a football match in Kaduna with… Read more »

Nigeria: National Grid Collapses Again As Govt Promises 20,000mw Generation By 2026

The national grid collapsed again on Tuesday September 19, 2023, with power generation dropping from a peak of 3,594.60 megawatts (MW) to 42.7MW at midday. Read more »

Nigeria: Meet 8 Artists Signed By Marlian Records

Marlian Records is owned by street-hop artiste, Azeez Fashola, popularly known as Naira Marley. Read more »

Nigeria: 520 Kano Children Die in Diphtheria Outbreak

The outbreak of diphtheria in Kano State has killed no fewer than 520 children so far. Read more »

Nigeria: Avoid Coup-Inducing Policies, Obasanjo Tells African Leaders

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo yesterday charged democratically elected African leaders to avoid policies that would make the youths see military coup d'etat as a better option… Read more »

Nigeria: Northern Elders Welcome Tinubu's Appointment of Baba-Ahmed

Northern Elders Forum (NEF) said it has received information that its director of Publicity and Advocacy, Dr Hakeem Baba -Ahmed, has been appointed as special adviser, Political… Read more »

Nigeria: In First UNGA Outing, Tinubu Seeks Real Deal for Nigeria, Others

In a candid address to the world yesterday, President Bola Tinubu called for genuine partnership for Nigeria and Africa's development, rather than cosmetic gestures of the past… Read more »

Nigeria: Atiku, Obi Approach Supreme Court, Seek Nullification of Tribunal's Judgment

The final legal battle over the outcome of the February 25, 2023 presidential election has begun, with the presidential candidate of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji… Read more »

Nigeria: Transparency Initiative U.S.$9.85 Billion Debts Owed to Govt By Oil Firms, Others

The House of Representatives ad-hoc committee investigating crude oil theft and loss of revenues from oil and gas companies has again insisted that agencies and other stakeholders… Read more »

Nigeria: Students Loans - Central Bank, Matric Board Preparing Disbursement Modalities

To actualise the provisions of the Higher Education Act 2023 otherwise known as Students Loan Act, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Joint Admissions and Matriculation… Read more »

Nigeria: We Are Investigating Video of Bandits, Soldiers in Katsina - DHQ

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has launched investigation into a viral video of soldiers allegedly negotiating with armed bandits in Katsina State. Read more »

Nigeria: Japa Syndrome and Nigeria's Ailing Healthcare Delivery

The state of healthcare delivery in Nigeria stands at a critical juncture. The prognosis is bleak. Read more »

Nigeria: Three Nabbed for Murder of Senator Adeola's Aide in Lagos

Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested three notorious suspects over the murder of Mr. Adeniyi Sanni, an aide of a member of the National Assembly representing… Read more »

Africa: President Tinubu Seeks Reform of Global Finance Bodies in Africa's Interest

President Bola Tinubu yesterday sought the reform of the global finance bodies in Africa's interest as he engaged in bilateral discussion with South African president, Cyril… Read more »

Nigeria: Obaseki Locks Shaibu's Office As Crisis Deepens

Tension heightened in Benin City yesterday, as Edo State governor, Godwin Obaseki, stopped his deputy, Philip Shaibu, from entering his office in the Government House. Read more »

Nigeria: Airport Relocation - FAAN Approves Partial Reopening of Shut Lagos Terminal

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), on Monday, approved the partial reopening of part of the old Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), terminal to compliment… Read more »

Nigeria: BBNaija All Stars - Ilebaye, CeeC Join Cross to Qualify for Finale

Big Brother Naija All-Stars housemates, Ilebaye and CeeC, have qualified for the finale of the reality TV show slated for Sunday, October 1. Read more »

Nigeria: Federal Govt, Labour Meeting Resumes As NLC Laments 'Insincerity'

The resumed meeting between the Federal Government and the leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) on move to avert the impending indefinite strike action by the organised… Read more »

Nigeria: Federal Govt Welcomes Egyptian Civil Aviation Investment Offer to Nigeria

The federal government has welcomed the services and Investment interest offered and declared by the Egyptian Civil Aviation Authority. Read more »

West Africa: 57 Checkpoints Along Badagry-Seme Expressway Frustrating Intra-African Trade - ECOWAS

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission, over the weekend, said over 57 checkpoints on the Badagry-Seme expressway of the Lagos- Abidjan corridor are… Read more »

Nigeria: Tinubu Planning to Deploy Propaganda As State Policy - Atiku

Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar yesterday claimed that President Bola Tinubu is planning to unleash a regime of… Read more »

West Africa: Niger, Burkina Faso, Mali Forge Alliance Against Ecowas

Three West African countries, Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger, have signed a security pact to come to the aid of each other against any rebellion or external aggression, especially by… Read more »

Nigeria: Tinubu to Ring Nasdaq Closing Bell Wednesday

President Bola Tinubu will ring the closing bell of NASDAQ in New York, United States as part of proceedings at the Executive Business Dialogue organised by United States Chamber… Read more »