Nigeria: Bauchi Rep Distributes N85m Empowerment

The member representing the Bauchi federal constituency in the National Assembly, Hon. Aliyu Aminu Garu, has distributed cash and fertiliser worth N85 million to youth, women and… Read more »

Nigeria: Union Bank Grows Profit By 20 Percent to N79bn

Union Bank has posted a N79.8 billion profit before tax for the half year period of 2024, a 20 per cent increase over N66.5 billion which it recorded in the comparable period of… Read more »

Nigeria: Cardoso, Deputies Under Scrutiny Over Alleged 'Generous' Approvals

The current leadership of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) seems to be embroiled in a scandal that has sent shockwaves through financial and political circles. Read more »

Nigeria: 7 Die in Sokoto, Niger Over Food Poison, Mining Site

Seven people have died in Sokoto and Niger state following food poisoning and the collapse of the artisanal mining site. Read more »

Nigeria: Killing of 17 Soldiers - President General, 2 Other Okuama Leaders Arrested

President General of Ewu Kingdom, Prof. Arthur Ekpekpo, are among the eight persons wanted in connection with the killing of 17 soldiers in the Okuama community in Delta State. Two… Read more »

Nigeria: Bbforpeace Call for Review of Representatives Laws in West

The Executive Director of the Building Blocks for Peace Foundation (BBFORPEACE), Mr. Rafiu Lawal, has called for legislative and judicial reviews of repressive laws across West… Read more »

Nigeria: Edo Guber - INEC Begins PVCs Distribution On Thursday

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is set to begin the distribution of Permanent Voter's Cards (PVCs) in Edo State, preparatory to the September 21 governorship… Read more »

Nigeria: One Year After...Food Insecurity Persists Despite State of Emergency

One year after the federal government declared a state of emergency on food security, the impact of the initiative remains a topic of debate among stakeholders. Read more »

Nigeria: Death Toll in Benue Attack Hits 75

The death toll from the attack on the Ayati Community in Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State on the 8 of August 2024 has reached 75. Read more »

Nigeria: Kumuyi to Nigerians - Make Sacrifices for Societal Growth

The General Superintendent of Deeper Christian Life Ministry, Pastor Williams Kumuyi, has called on Nigerians to make sacrifices for one another as change agents and not be… Read more »

Nigeria: 19 Years After, Omo-Agege Ensures Varsity Begins Operation in Ndokwa

After 19 years, the Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences, Kwale, has become operational in Ndokwa Land of Delta State. Read more »

Nigeria: Tinubu Leaves for France Today On 'Work Stay'

President Bola Tinubu has embarked on a trip to France. Read more »

Nigeria: Judicial Officers' Package - Lawmaker Oke Lauds Tinubu, AGF, Nass

The member representing Obokun/ Oriade Federal Constituency of Osun State under the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Hon. Busayo Wole Oke, has lauded President Bola… Read more »

Nigeria: Prof Azinge Emerges Asagba of Asaba

Prof. Epiphany Azinge, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) and the former Director General of the Nigerian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies (NIALS), has emerged as the 14th… Read more »

Nigeria: Expert Canvasses Outsourcing, Says It Contributes Significantly to Nigeria's GDP

Group Managing Director/CEO, ICS Outsourcing, Dr. Peter Akindeju, has called on relevant authorities to deliberately institutionalise outsourcing practices as they contribute more… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Health Commissioners Rally for Healthcare Reforms

Health commissioners from the 36 states, alongside the mandate secretary of health for the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), have brainstormed on critical healthcare… Read more »

Nigeria: Matrix Energy Under Fire for Importation of Bad Fuel From Malta

Indigenous and independent oil marketing and trading company, Matrix Energy Group is under serious allegations of importing substandard petroleum products to Nigeria as media… Read more »

Nigeria: Recycling Project Targets Youths, Families in Nassarawa

A new recycling initiative launched in the Sabongida community, Kokona local government area of Nasarawa State, aims to address youth restlessness while supporting local families. Read more »

Nigeria: Tenure Elongation - Uncertainty Over Police Leadership

As the September 4, 2024, 60th birthday of the inspector-general of police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun draws closer, there is uncertainty over the leadership of the Nigeria Police Force… Read more »

Nigeria: Northern Governors Celebrate Gen. Babangida At 83

Chairman of the Northern States Governors' Forum (NSGF) and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has congratulated former military president, General Ibrahim Babangida… Read more »

Nigeria: Arewa Think Tank Faults Obj On Jail Comment for Leaders

The Arewa Think Tank (ATT) has faulted former president, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, over his recent remark that many Nigerian leaders ought to be in jail for alleged corruption and… Read more »

Nigeria: Chidinma - What Fib Will the Builders Tell the Rejected Stone?

All the negative energy unleashed against Miss Chidinma Adetshina's participation in the 2024 Miss South Africa beauty pageant would not have happened if the South African… Read more »

Nigeria: Sokoto Governor Assures On Community Guards, Rural Infrastructure

Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State has disclosed that the Sokoto State Community Guard Corps has been equipped to assist in safeguarding rural communities. Read more »

Nigeria: Oyo Launches N1.5bn Agribusiness Loan for Youths

Oyo State government has announced a partnership with FCMB Bank to launch a ₦1.5 billion loan scheme aimed at empowering trained Oyo Youths in Agribusiness Program (YEAP). Read more »

Nigeria: Anger in North Over Stoppage of Oil Search in Region

Anger is building up in the North over the suspension of oil exploration activities in some states in the region. Read more »