March 14
Nigeria: Why I Could Only Free One Inmate - Delta Chief Judge
The Chief Judge of Delta State, Hon. Justice Theresa Diai, has released one inmate out of 336 cases of awaiting trial inmates reviewed at the Warri Correctional Centre. Read more »
Africa: Yellow Card Commits to Achieve Gender Parity in Africa's Tech Industry
Pan-African cryptocurrency exchange and financial technology firm, Yellow Card has restated its commitment to gender parity in Africa's tech industry. Read more »
Nigeria: Troops Kill 74 Terrorists, Arrest 130 Others, Rescue 61 Hostages
A total of 74 terrorists have been killed, while 130 others were arrested and 61 hostages rescued by the Nigerian troops on internal operations across the nation within one week. Read more »
March 13
Nigeria: APC Gave Me 2 Terms in Office, I Will Do Everything to Strengthen It - Buhari
Former President Muhammadu Buhari has reiterated his unwavering loyalty to the All Progressives Congress (APC), stating that he remained a committed member of the ruling party and… Read more »
Nigeria: Federal Govt Changes 750km Sokoto-Zaria Road Project to Concrete
The Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi said the federal government has directed reconstruction of 750km Sokoto-Gusau-Funtua-Zaria Road project using concrete pavement for… Read more »
Nigeria: Court Orders Arrest of Activist Verydarkman Over Alleged Defamation of Mercy Chinwo
The Chief Magistrate Court, sitting at Wuse Zone 6, Abuja, has issued a bench warrant for the arrest of blogger Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), for… Read more »
Nigeria: Edwin Clark Family Disowns Impostors Making Burial Arrangements
The family of late nonagenarian Pa Edwin Clark has disown those approaching governments at the federal and state levels or groups and individuals to solicit for support in any… Read more »
Nigeria: IPU - Senate Denies Sexual Harassment Link to Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan's Suspension
The Nigerian Senate has firmly denied allegations that the six-month suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan was connected to claims of sexual harassment. Read more »
Nigeria: AfDB, IITA Sign Fresh €5m Support Deal for 40m Farmers
The African Development Bank (AfDB) Group and the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) have signed a fresh €5 million grant agreement to finance phase II of… Read more »
Nigeria: Lassa Fever Death Toll Rises to 100
Nigeria has recorded 29 new Lassa fever infections and five deaths in one week, bringing the total fatalities recorded in 2025 to 100, reports say. Read more »
March 12
Nigeria: Nigeria, China Seek to Remove Trade Barriers
The Federal Government has called for the removal of obstacles hindering investment and economic growth as Nigeria and China move to strengthen bilateral trade relations. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Pinnick Loses in CAF Election to Retain FIFA Council Seat
Nigeria's Amaju Melvin Pinnick has lost his bid to retain a seat on the FIFA Council, BSNSports.com.ng reports. Read more »
March 11
Nigeria: Kebbi Govt Discovers Five Solid Minerals
The government of Kebbi has discovered five solid mineral deposits. Read more »
Nigeria: Taraba Govt Breaks Silence Over Deputy Gov's Whereabouts
After months of speculation, the Taraba State government has revealed that deputy governor Aminu Alkali has been receiving medical treatment for a stroke but is expected to resume… Read more »
Tanzania: Zanzibar President Confirmed for Double Award Honour At Palesh Lagos 2025
The Supreme Council of the United Nations International Peace and Governance Council (UNIPGC) African Chapter has announced the nomination of Dr Hussein Ali Mwinyi for the Award… Read more »
Nigeria: Police Recover Kidnappers' Speed Boat, Launch Manhunt for Suspects in Bayelsa
Operatives of the Operation Puff Adder of the Bayelsa State Police Command have recovered the speed boats used by the kidnappers of the two staff of the Niger Delta Development… Read more »
Nigeria: Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan Disobeys Senate, Report Akpabio to UN Parliamentary Organ
The controversy over the allegations by Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, against Senate President Godswill Akpabio and her subsequent suspension from the Red Chamber,… Read more »
Nigeria: Fire Engulfs Cars, Buildings As Gas Tanker Explodes in Lagos
Pandemonium broke out on Tuesday night in Lagos residents of Otedola Estate and road users around the vicinity scampered for safety when a gas-laden tanker exploded and resulted in… Read more »
Nigeria: Quit 2027 Presidential Bid Instead of Running As Deputy, Nwobodo Tells Obi
A former chairman of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), Barrister John Nwobodo, has stated that it will not be politically proper for the former presidential candidate of the… Read more »
Nigeria: Just-in - Diphtheria Hits King's College, Parents Blame Poor Hygiene
A diphtheria outbreak at King's College, Lagos (KCL), has sparked outrage among parents, who blamed poor sanitation and inadequate hygiene for the spread of the deadly bacterial… Read more »
Nigeria: Buni Approves Employment of 267 Health Technicians
Yobe State governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, has approved the employment of 267 health technicians to boost manpower requirements in health facilities in the state. Read more »
Nigeria: Ahead of 2027... PDP, Labour Party 'Caged' As Opposition Coalition Eyes SDP
With the major opposition platforms, the People's Democratic Party (PDP) and the Labour Party (LP), entangled in intense internal wrangling, the prospects of the Social Democratic… Read more »
Nigeria: Navy Destroys Several Illegal Refining Sites, Seizes 6 Boats in February
The Nigerian Navy said its troops deployed for Operation DELTA SANITY II deactivated over 11 illegal refining sites and seized six boats laden with products in February 2025. Read more »
Nigeria: RMRDC Acknowledges Abia's Endowments
The Materials Research and Development Council has acknowledged Abia State's vast natural and human resources endowments, describing them as strategic to diversifying the country's… Read more »
Nigeria: SAN Warns Nigerians On Dangers of Disobedience of Court Judgements
A Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) and former attorney general of Kwara State, Chief Titus Ashaolu, has urged Nigerians to save the judiciary from collapsing by obeying the court's… Read more »
