January 15
Nigeria: Sanwo-Olu Pardons 52 Inmates As 6 Death Row Convicts Get Life Imprisonment
Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu has approved the release of 52 inmates from various correctional facilities across the state and the commutation of 6 death row… Read more »
January 14
Nigeria: FRSC Confirms 6 Dead, 60 Injured in Kogi Auto Crash
An auto crash involving an articulated vehicle on Tuesday evening left six persons dead and injured 60 persons in Lokoja, Kogi State. Read more »
Nigeria: FCT Minister Wike Signs 5,481 C-of-OS in 1 Year
As of December 31, 2024, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has signed 5,481 Certificates of Occupancy (C-of-Os) for allottees in the Territory. Read more »
January 13
Nigeria: 5 Governors May Dump Parties Ahead of 2027
As the race for 2027 elections begins to shape up, strong rumours of defection are swirling around no fewer than five first term opposition governors, LEADERSHIP checks have… Read more »
Nigeria: Rent Default Cases Rise Over Hardship, Cost of Living
Rising economic pressures in Nigeria have led to increased rent defaults as tenants continue to favour yearly payments. Read more »
Nigeria: Troops Neutralise 25 Terrorists, Destroy Bello Turji's Camp
Troops of Sector 2 of the Joint Task Force North West Operation Fansan Yamma have killed 25 terrorists and dismantled Bello Turji's hideout in the Dakai area of Shinkafi local… Read more »
Nigeria: Tax Bills - Show Nigerians Consultation Report, Bauchi Gov Tells Presidency
Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has asked President Bola Tinubu Tinubu and the Presidency to release a detailed consultation report on the tax reform bills with stakeholders'… Read more »
Nigeria: Jimmy Carter Saved Me From Abacha's Gulag - Obasanjo
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, on Sunday, paid glowing tributes to the late former American President, Jimmy Carter, whom he described as a "titan and man of peace". Read more »
January 12
Africa: Sub-Saharan Africa Lost $1.56bn to Internet Shutdown in 2024 - Report
Sub-Saharan African countries lost $1.56 billion to government-induced shutdowns in 2024, according to a new report by Top10vpn, an international VPN review website. Read more »
Nigeria: Inflation Rate Projected to Ease Amid Modest Economic Growth Prospects
Nigeria's headline inflation rate is forecasted to average 30.5 per cent year-on-year in 2025, eventually settling at 27.1 per cent by December 2025, according to the latest… Read more »
Nigeria: Benue Firm Plans Trust Fund for Young Entrepreneurs
Benue State Investment and Property Company Limited (BIPC) will soon establish the BIPC Trust Fund to provide financial support and resources for young entrepreneurs. Read more »
Nigeria: First Bank to Aid Customers Tap Opportunities
Managing director and chief executive officer of the First Bank Group, Segun Alebiosu, has re-emphasised the commitment of the bank to partnering with customers in order to tap… Read more »
Nigeria: FG Sets April Deadline for East-West Road Completion
Minister of Works, David Umahi, has set April 2025 deadline for the completion of the ongoing dualisation of the East-West Road, from Ahoada to Kaiama in Rivers and Bayelsa States. Read more »
January 10
Nigeria: Nigeria Ranks 6th African Country With Cheap Fuel Prices
Fuel prices across Africa in 2025 reflect a diverse energy environment influenced by local production, subsidies, and imports. Read more »
Africa: China Opposes Foreign Interference in Africa
China has reiterated its opposition to foreign interference in the internal affairs of African nations. Read more »
Nigeria: Opposition Won't Be Cowed By Threats - LP Committee
Labour Party Caretaker Committee, has insisted that "crossing the line" comment of the All Progressives Congress (APC) the national publicity secretary, Mr. Felix Morka, poses a… Read more »
West Africa: Hmpv / Nigeria Is Safe for Now - Ncdc
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has assured Nigerians that no human metapneumovirus (hMPV) cases have been registered. Read more »
January 08
Nigeria: Gunmen Abduct 46 in Zamfara Community
About 46 people, including women and children, have been kidnapped during a raid on Gona town in Zamfara State. Read more »
Nigeria: Combat Security Threats Hindering Nigeria's Devt, Makinde Tasks Military
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has charged the Nigerian military to intensify its efforts in 2025 to combat terrorism, kidnapping, armed banditry, and other security threats that… Read more »
Nigeria: 34 Terrorists, 6 Soldiers Killed in Borno Attack - - Dhq
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has confirmed that 34 terrorists and six soldiers died during the attack on a military base at Sabon Gari in Damboa local government area of Borno… Read more »
Nigeria: U.S. APC Backs Tinubu, Warns Against Baseless Allegations
The All-Progressives Congress (APC) United States (U.S) Chapter Chairman, Professor Tai Balofin, has warned those spewing baseless allegations against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Read more »
Nigeria: Police Record 73 Sexual Violence Cases in Bauchi
Bauchi State Police Command said that it received about 73 suspected cases of sexual and gender-based violence in 2024. Read more »
January 06
Libya: Ex-France President Sarkozy Faces Trial Over Alleged Campaign Funding By Late Gadafi
France's former President Nicolas Sarkozy faces trial on Monday over alleged illegal financing of his 2007 presidential campaign by the government of late Libyan leader, Moammar… Read more »
Nigeria: Emir of Ilorin Denies Rift With Kwara Gov
There is no rift between the Kwara State governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, and the Emir of Ilorin, HRH Alh. Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, the Ilorin Palace has said. Read more »
Nigeria: Police Arrest 50 Suspects Over Abuja Highway Sewage Manhole Cover Theft
Operatives of the FCT Command of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) have arrested over 50 suspects for their alleged involvement in the vandalism and theft of highway sewage manhole… Read more »
