June 15
Nigeria: Ignore IMF's Advice On Fuel, Telecom Taxes, Economists Tell Federal Govt
Economists have urged the Federal Government to disregard the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) recent recommendation to impose taxes on fuel and telecommunications services,… Read more »
Nigeria: 27 Years of Democracy and Nigeria's Health Renewal (II)
Part I of this essay examined developments at the frontline of healthcare delivery, particularly in primary healthcare and maternal health. Those areas matter because they are… Read more »
June 14
Nigeria: Thierry Henry Apologises to Nigerians, Clarifies 'Bad Luck' Joke
Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has moved to clear up controversy surrounding remarks he made about Nigeria during the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting his comments were… Read more »
West Africa: World Cup Fiesta - Nigeria Battles Other West African Countries in Jollof Rice Contest
The Jollof Rice supremacy among West African countries has gone to the United States. In celebration of the World Cup Fiesta, a competition to determine which Jollof Rice tastes… Read more »
Africa: Nigeria Must Lead West Africa Against Terrorism, Human Trafficking - FG
The Federal Government has said West Africa is central to Nigeria's foreign policy stressing that the country must mobilise its enormous resources to lead the sub-region to tackle… Read more »
Nigeria: Ilechukwu Targets Major Squad Overhaul As Rangers Prepare for Continental Return
Rangers technical adviser Fidelis Ilechukwu has vowed to strengthen his squad ahead of the 2026/27 campaign as the Flying Antelopes prepare for a return to continental football. Read more »
Nigeria: Big John FC Crowned Champions of 2026 Victor Ikpeba Football Challenge
Big John FC emerged champions of the 2026 Victor Ikpeba Football Challenge after defeating LB United 2-0 in a thrilling final played at the Fujah Street Community Ground, Obele… Read more »
Morocco: Morocco Would Have Beaten Brazil Comfortably With Osimhen or Lookman - Oliseh
Former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh believes Morocco would have secured a convincing victory over Brazil had they possessed attackers of the calibre of Victor Osimhen or… Read more »
Nigeria: Edo Queens Clinch 2nd NWFL Premiership Title
Edo Queens have been crowned champions of the 2025/26 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership following a determined 0-0 draw against Bayelsa Queens in the final matchday… Read more »
Nigeria: Atiku Slams Proposed N4tn Bond, Calls for Transparency in Power Debt Settlement
Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has criticised the Federal Government's latest move to raise fresh funds… Read more »
Nigeria: Democracy Key to Sustainable Development - - Ex-Imo Deputy Gov Madumere
Former Deputy Governor of Imo State, Prince Eze Madumere, has described democracy as the catalyst for sustainable socio-economic and cultural development in the country. Read more »
Nigeria: PDP NWC, Wike Back Oluyede to Win Ekiti Governorship Election - National Woman Leader
The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has assured party members and supporters in Ekiti State of its support, alongside that of the Minister of… Read more »
Nigeria: Atiku Abubakar Mourns Death of Veteran Actor Kola Oyewo
The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has expressed deep sadness over the death of veteran Nollywood actor and scholar, Dr Kola… Read more »
Nigeria: Nollywood - 10 Things to Know About Late Veteran Actor Kola Oyewo
Dr. Kola Oyewo was an iconic Nigerian actor, dramatist, filmmaker, and scholar who left an indelible mark on African theatre and cinema across a career spanning over six decades. Read more »
Nigeria: Thierry Henry Apologises to Nigerians Over World Cup Broadcast Remarks
Arsenal and France legend Thierry Henry has issued a public apology to Nigerian fans after comments he made during a World Cup broadcast sparked backlash on social media. Read more »
Nigeria: How Yul Edochie Took Judy Austin From Me - Judy's Ex-Husband
The ex-husband of Nollywood actress Judy Austin, Emmanuel Obasi, has spoken about their crashed marriage. Read more »
Nigeria: Infrastructure Debt Fund Grows As Ngx Admits 303,059 New Units to Official List
The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) has listed an additional 303,059 units of the Chapel Hill Denham Nigeria Infrastructure Debt Fund (NIDF) on its Daily Official List, following… Read more »
Nigeria: Philip Shaibu Congratulates Edo Queens On Nwfl Triumph, Continental Qualification
The director-general and CEO of the National Institute for Sports (NIS), H.E. Comrade Philip Shaibu, has congratulated Edo Queens Football Club on successfully becoming champions… Read more »
Nigeria: Ocheme Targets Global Stardom After Stunning Flying-Knee Knockout At PFL Africa
Nigerian lightweight Patrick Ocheme has declared his ambition to become one of the world's best strikers after producing a spectacular flying-knee knockout victory over Cameroon's… Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Celebrates Sedc CEO Mark Okoye At 40
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Mark Okoye, Managing Director/Chief Executive of the South-East Development Commission (SEDC), on his 40th birthday, June 15. Read more »
June 12
Nigeria: Court Sets June 18 for Trial of Factional PDP Chairman
Justice Peter Kekemeke of the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) sitting in Maitama, has fixed June 18, 2026 for the trial of the Kabiru Turaki, the factional… Read more »
Nigeria: Democracy Day - Electoral Fraud Is a Human Rights Violation, NHRC Warns
* Vows to monitor polls, document violations, seek remedies for victims Read more »
Nigeria: Data Is the New Oil in Mineral Exploration - Shinkafi
The executive secretary of the Solid Minerals Development Fund (SMDF), Hajiya Fatima Umaru Shinkafi, has declared that "data is the new oil" in Nigeria's mining sector. Read more »
Nigeria: Is Nigeria's Democracy Imperilled?
Since the exit of the military from political power in 1999, Nigeria has deemed fit to set aside every June 12 to reminisce on its democratic journey and commemorate the late Chief… Read more »
Nigeria: 2 High Profile ISWAP Commanders Surrender to Troops in Borno
Two high profile Islamic State West African ( ISWAP) terrorists Commanders have surrendered to troops amid sustained military operations in Borno State. Read more »
