West Africa: Ecowas Chair Julius Bio Condoles Tinubu, Nigerians Over Buhari's Death

Sierra Leone's President Julius Maada Bio, who also serves as the Chairman of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government, has extended heartfelt condolences to President… Read more »

Nigeria: 10 Key Things You Didn't Know About Late President Buhari

The 5th democratically elected President of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari, died on Sunday evening in a London clinic after a prolonged illness. Read more »

Nigeria: 'Nigeria Has Lost a True Patriot', Says Buhari's Ex-Deputy Osinbajo

Immediate-past Nigeria's Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, has mourned the death of his former principal, President Muhammadu Buhari, saying the country has lost a true patriot. Read more »

Nigeria: Buhari's Death Loss to Nigeria, Obasanjo Mourns

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, on Sunday, mourned the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing his passage as a loss to Nigeria. Read more »

Nigeria: NNPC Refineries May Never Work Again Despite $18bn Spent - Dangote

President of the Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has expressed doubt on the viability of Nigeria's state-owned refineries despite over $18 billion reportedly spent by the… Read more »

Nigeria: World Bank Flags Nigeria's Governance Woes Despite Modest Policy Gains

The World Bank has stressed the need for the Nigerian government as well as countries in Sub Saharan Africa to improve the delivery of essential services to promote inclusive,… Read more »

Nigeria: Tinubu Urged to Probe NNPCL's Failure to Revive Port Harcourt Refinery

North East Coalition Group for Bola Tinubu 2027 has called on President Bola Tinubu to investigate the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) over its failure to… Read more »

Nigeria: Only a Miracle Will Take Nigeria to 2026 World Cup, Musa Declares

Super Eagles captain, Ahmed Musa, has admitted that it will take a miracle for Nigeria's senior national football team, Super Eagles, to be at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, saying the… Read more »

Nigeria: Ex-AGF Malami's Defection to ADC Politically Irrelevant, Says Kebbi Govt

The Chief Press Secretary to Kebbi State Governor, Ahmed Idris, has dismissed the recent defection of former Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami (SAN), to the… Read more »

Nigeria: EFCC Files $443,371 Theft Charge Against Mercy Chinwo's Former Manager

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has filed a three-count theft charge against Ezekiel Onyedikachukwu, the former manager of gospel singer Mercy Chinwo, before… Read more »

Nigeria: NAF Strikes Convoy of Migrating Terrorists From Kebbi to Zamfara, Kills Scores

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) under Operation FANSAN YAMMA, has struck a convoy of 300 terrorists migrating from Kebbi to Zamfara State, killing scores of fighters. Read more »

Nigeria: Tinubu Didn't Stop 5-Year Visa Policy for Americans - Presidency

The Presidency has denied reports circulating on social media that President Bola Tinubu ordered the suspension of the issuance of 5-year multiple-entry Nigerian visas to United… Read more »

Nigeria: Visa Policy - Nigerian Govt to Curb U.S. Visa Overstays As Minister Meets American Envoy

In response to the recent shift in United States visa policy for Nigerian citizens, Nigeria's Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has pledged stronger oversight to curb visa… Read more »

Nigeria: Police Roll Out Massive Security Measures for July 12 Local Govt Elections in Lagos

The Lagos State Police Command has announced a comprehensive security measures ahead of the July 12, 2025 Local Government Elections, including a statewide restriction on vehicular… Read more »

Nigeria: Cholera - Recurring Public Health Disaster

As Nigeria battles multiple public health threats, cholera, an age-old waterborne infection, has remained a recurring problem. Over 1,300 suspected cases and 34 deaths have been… Read more »

Nigeria: Peter Obi Pays Condolence Visit to Late Dantata's Family in Kano

The 2023 Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, on Wednesday, paid a condolence visit to the family of the late elder statesman and business mogul, Alhaji Aminu… Read more »

Nigeria: 146 Foreigners Convicted for Financial Crimes, Says EFCC Chairman

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured the conviction of 146, out of 194 foreigners arrested for cybersecurity attacks relating to financial crimes. Read more »

Nigeria: UK Introduces eVisas for Nigerians

The British High Commission in Abuja has announced a major shift in the United Kingdom's visa application process for Nigerians seeking study or work visas. Read more »

Nigeria: IMF Urges Nigeria to Prioritise Growth, Revenue Reforms

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has called on Nigeria to deepen its economic reforms with a strong focus on achieving sustained growth and boosting domestic revenue, warning… Read more »

Nigeria: ADC Has No Preferred Presidential Aspirant - Mark

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has thrown open its 2027 presidential ticket to every interested aspirant. Read more »

Nigeria: Dangote Refinery to End Crude Importation By Year-End - Report

The Dangote Refinery may end crude oil import as it considers sourcing the entire crude required for the 650,000-barrel-per-day refinery capacity in-country. Read more »

Nigeria: Can Nigeria's National Credit Guarantee Company Revive SMEs Amidst Economic Challenges?

The National Credit Guarantee Company (NCGC) has been established to unlock access to credit for Nigeria's underserved Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and drive… Read more »

Nigeria: Just-in - FCT Primary School Teachers Suspend Strike

Public primary school teachers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) will return to classrooms on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, after the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) suspended its… Read more »

Nigeria: How Inuwa Yahaya Is Rescuing Communities From the Ravages of Erosion

For decades, Gombe State carried a heavy, painful label of the 'Gully Erosion Capital of the North-East', a brutal reality for thousands of our people. Homes swallowed by… Read more »

Nigeria: The Task Before the New Revenue House Helmsman

In his bid to ensure an effective, efficient, transparent, and accountable revenue system, Governor Hyacinth Alia has appointed an acting Executive Chairman for the Benue State… Read more »