September 19
Nigeria: Troops Kill 4 Terrorists, Rescue 20 Hostages in Kaduna
Nigerian Army troops killed four terrorists and rescued 20 hostages in different operations in Kaduna State. Read more »
September 18
Nigeria: Cristiano Ronaldo Features Nigerian Singer Asake's Song in New Content
Portuguese football star, Cristiano Ronaldo, has added a Nigerian touch to his latest Instagram content by featuring the popular song "Active" by a Nigerian singer Asake. Read more »
September 17
Cameroon: Federal Govt Alerts On Cameroon's Plan to Release Water From Lagdo Dam
The Nigeria Hydrological Service Agency (NIHSA) has alerted on the planned water releases from the Lagdo Dam in Cameroon. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria to Gain $18.9bn Eradicating NTDs, Open Defecation By 2030 - Experts
Government, stakeholders and the citizens have been charged to join hands and step up efforts at ending open defecation and eliminating Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) in… Read more »
Nigeria: Troops Rescue 20 Kidnapped Persons, Killed 4 Bandits in Kaduna
Troops have rescued 20 kidnap victims in Birnin Gwari local government area of Kaduna State just as it neutralised four bandits in two operations in Birnin Gwari and Giwa local… Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Signs Arms Control Centre Bill Into Law
President Bola Tinubu has assented to the Bill establishing the National Center for the Control of small arms and light weapons (NCCSALW) to curb proliferation of small arms and… Read more »
Nigeria: Concern Over Credibility of Election Observer Reports
Concerns have been raised over the credibility of election observer groups' reports, as most of them are believed to have been compromised during the election partly due to their… Read more »
Nigeria: Rains Worsen State of Roads Nationwide
The current rainy season has further worsened Nigeria's severe road infrastructure deficit. Read more »
Nigeria: No Respite As NNPC Increases Petrol Pump Price - Dangote
Nigerians' hopes of some relief from the cost of living crisis in the country have been dashed as petrol from the newly launched Dangote Refinery is being sold at prices higher… Read more »
Nigeria: UCL / Atalanta Ready for Arsenal Clash - Lookman
Super Eagles star Ademola Lookman is looking forward to Atalanta's UEFA Champions League clash with Arsenal following their 3-2 win against Fiorentina on Sunday. Read more »
Nigeria: Kwara Community Seeks Govt Intervention On Idofian-Elerinjare Road
The people of the Elerinjare community in the Ifelodun local government area of Kwara State have sought the state government's intervention regarding the deplorable conditions of… Read more »
Nigeria: Traditional Medicine - Absence of Safety Regulation As Biggest Challenge
As Nigeria and other African countries marked this year's Traditional Medicine Day, the minister of state for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has called for the… Read more »
Nigeria: Ippis - Federal Govt Assures of Security of Workers' Data
The Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF) has reiterated the federal government's determination to maintain and operate a secure and efficient personnel and… Read more »
September 16
Nigeria: Police Urge Parents to Prioritise Child Safety As Schools Resume, Warn Against Unvetted Caregivers
As schools across the country reopen for the new academic session, the Nigerian Police Force (NPF) has appealed to parents and guardians to take extra precautions in ensuring the… Read more »
Nigeria: Boat Mishaps - Tackling Inland Waterways Challenges
The inland waterway is regarded as the alternative to road transportation as it is devoid of traffic congestion and cheaper and faster to connect various destinations. Read more »
Nigeria: 250 Persons With Disabilities Receive Free Eye Treatment in Plateau Community
Over 250 persons living with disabilities have benefited from the free eye treatment programme of the Sightsaver International project targeted at rural communities to address the… Read more »
Nigeria: Oil Workers Raise the Alarm Over Abuse of Expatriate Quotas By Foreign Firms
The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has vowed to take decisive action against foreign oil companies, particularly those of Indian origin,… Read more »
Nigeria: NYLC - Kano Pillars Cruise to Winning Start, Pip Abuja's Legacy FC 1-0
The much anticipated National Youth League Cup (NYLC) kicked off yesterday amidst funfair at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja with Kano Pillars L U19 team pipped hosts… Read more »
Nigeria: Rural Teachers, Health Workers, Others Major Needs of Kwarans - - Report
Participants at recent summit held for community based organisations (CBOs) requested the Kwara State government to hire more teachers and healthcare professionals for rural areas. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Visits Borno Over Flood Disaster
President Bola Tinubu, on Monday, arrived Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, on sympathy visit to the victims of the last Tuesday's flood that killed 37 persons, destroyed… Read more »
September 15
Nigeria: BBNaija 9 - 'Comedian' Ben, Girlfriend Chizoba Evicted From House
Ben of the former BETA duo in the ongoing Season 9 Big Brother Naija reality TV show, has been evicted from the 'No Loose Guard' House on Sunday night. Read more »
Nigeria: Immigrations 'Detains, Releases' Sowore in Lagos
Activist and former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore was on Sunday briefly detained by the officials of the Nigeria Immigration Service… Read more »
Nigeria: Borno Flood - 7 Recaptured As 274 Terrorists, Bandits, Other Inmates Escape
No fewer than 281 inmates, including jailed top Boko Haram terrorists, bandits, and others, have been confirmed to have escaped from the Maiduguri correctional facility following… Read more »
Nigeria: Top 8 Comedians in Northern Nigeria Making Waves With Their Hilarious Acts
Laughter transcends all boundaries, and Northern Nigeria boasts a distinct style of humor that has delightfully entertained audiences for years. A fresh wave of comedians is… Read more »
Nigeria: Edo 2024 - Davido Endorses PDP Candidate Ighodalo
Award-winning musician, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has thrown his weight behind Asue Ighodalo, the People's Democratic Party (PDP) candidate in the September 21 Edo… Read more »