October 16, 2022
Nigeria: CBN Begins Grassroot eNaira Adoption With 7,740 Agent Points
Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has begun an inclusive campaign for grassroot adoption of its digital currency, eNaira. Read more »
Nigeria: AFRIFF Shifts Global Perspective of African Films With Over 500 Films Submission in 2022
The Africa International Film Festival, (AFRIFF), has stated that it recorded over 500 films submission from the middle east region in 2022 in a move to shift global perspectives,… Read more »
Nigeria: Climate Change - Federal Govt Targets Sustainable Funding to Drive Smart Agriculture
As Nigeria gets set to participate in the 27th session of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in Egypt, the federal government has said that it is… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Will Be Worse Than Mali, Others If Nothing Changes - Sanusi
Former Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II, has warned that if Nigeria continues with the current trend of doing things in 2023, the country should expect a plunge in the worst… Read more »
Nigeria: Senate in Focus - Is the 9th Assembly Constitution Amendment a Jamboree?
The first press conference announcing the commencement of the constitution amendment by the 9th assembly addressed by the deputy Senate president Ovie Omo-Agege, a question was… Read more »
October 15, 2022
Nigeria: Floods - Nigeria Could Become Dependent On Food Aid, Farmers Warn
Flooding, dearth of infrastructure logistics and high cost of diesel to transport agricultural commodities may exacerbate food insecurity in the country and lead to further… Read more »
Nigeria: We May Embark On Another Strike If... - ASUU
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has directed lecturers to resume duties with immediate effect, after suspending the eight-month industrial action, saying however… Read more »
October 14, 2022
Nigeria: NFF - Task Before Gusau
Football stakeholders and fans of the round leather game in the country breathed a sigh of relief a fortnight ago with the election of Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau as the new… Read more »
Nigeria: Mental Health - Treatment Gap Remains Substantially Wide - Federal Govt
Minister of Health, Dr. Osagie Ehanire, has said though most mental health conditions can be effectively treated at relatively low cost, the gap between people needing care and… Read more »
Nigeria: Lagos Govt Probes Footage of Rico Swavey's Last Moments in Hospital
The Lagos State government has commenced an investigation on the unethical filming of the late Big Brother Naija housemate, Rico Swavey, by persons suspected to be nurses in the… Read more »
Nigeria: It's Not Yet Over for Kanu, Says Federal Govt
The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, has said the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, was only… Read more »
Nigeria: Cholera Kills 233, Confirmed Cases Hit 2,187 in 31 States
As Nigeria records 2,187 cases of cholera in 31 states with 233 deaths in nine months, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has warned that the country would continue to… Read more »
Nigeria: 19 Months After, NAF Buries Pilot of Missing Fighter Jet
Nigerian Air Force (NAF) yesterday laid to rest the remains of Flt-Lt. Chappelle at the Military Cemetery, Abuja. Read more »
Nigeria: Kaduna Govt to Build Dam in Terrorists-Occupied Birnin Gwari Forest
Kaduna State government plans to build a dam on the 800,000-hectare forest between Buruku and Birnin-Gwari towns, which remains the haven for terrorists, bandits and other criminal… Read more »
Nigeria: 12 Nigerian Varsities Move Up in Global Rankings
No fewer than 12 Nigerian universities have shown remarkable improvement in world ranking and were applauded at the Times Higher Education World Academic Summit which ended in New… Read more »
Nigeria: As Out-of-School Children Scourge Worsens... Nigeria Risks Losing Out On Literate, Skilled Workforce
As cases of out-of-school children in Nigeria increase by the day, stakeholders have expressed concern that the nation is at a great risk of losing out on a literate and skilled… Read more »
Nigeria: Governor Diri Approves N450 Million for Bayelsa Flood Victims
Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri has approved an initial sum of N450 million for the relocation of persons displaced by the flood across the state to higher grounds and for the… Read more »
October 13, 2022
Nigeria: 2023 - Emmanuel Names 542-Member Campaign Council for Akwa Ibom PDP Candidates
Ahead of the governorship election campaign flag-off by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate in Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, slated for next week, Governor Udom… Read more »
Nigeria: ASUU Strike Affecting Animals Welfare, Call It Off Now - Activist
The protracted strike embarked upon by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has continued to elicit barrage of reactions from Nigerians. Read more »
Nigeria: Federal Govt Approves N225.2bn for Roads, Aviation, Others
Federal government has approved N225.247 billion for projects in Ministries of Works and Housing, Aviation, Police Affairs and Health. Read more »
Nigeria: Sanwo-Olu Signs Lagos Wealth Fund Bill, Unveils 30 Years Devt Plans
The governor of Lagos state, Babajide Sanwo-Olu yesterday signed the Lagos State Wealth Fund (LSWF) bill and the Lagos State Civil Bill which will be sent to the Lagos State House… Read more »
Nigeria: Why Ethiopia Airline Emerged Successful Bidder for Nigeria Air - Federal Govt
The federal government has explained that Ethiopian airline was chosen ahead of others as successful bidder to manage its new national carrier - Nigeria air, in order to open air… Read more »
Nigeria: There Can't Be Ballot Stuffing, Snatching in 2023 Election - INEC
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has assured Nigerians ahead of the 2023 general elections that there won't be ballot stuffing and snatching by criminal… Read more »
Nigeria: 8 Years After, Chibok Leaders Lament Non-Rescue of 110 Schoolgirls
The Kibaku Area Development Association (KADA) also known as Chibok Community has decried neglect of the over 100 schoolgirls abducted in 2014. Read more »
Nigeria: 146 Petrol Trucks Arrive in Abuja As Lokoja Flood Recedes
The petrol queues being experienced in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, and its environs are set to disappear soon as about 146 petroleum trucks have arrived in Abuja… Read more »