West Africa: System Operator Joins West Africa Power Pool Amid Nigeria's Grid Disturbances

The Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) has been integrated into the West Africa Power Pool (WAPP), a pivotal step toward regional power stability, even as the national… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria Loses Billions Daily to Illegal Mining, Non-Oil Exports, Geosciences Society Warns

The Nigerian Mining and Geosciences Society (NMGS) has expressed concern that the country continues to lose billions of naira daily to fraudulent activities of illegal miners… Read more »

Nigeria: Equities Slide By N351bn As Midweek Trading Turns Bearish

The Nigerian stock market's midweek trading session was subdued, as investors' net buying fell by N351 billion. Read more »

Nigeria: Upstream Regulator - Only Technically Strong Bidders Will Advance in 2025 Oil Licensing Round

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has clarified the requirements for the 2025 licensing round, stating that only bidders meeting the technical and… Read more »

Nigeria: JMG Drives Clean Energy Conversation, Showcases 'Scalable' Solar Solutions

JMG Limited, a provider of integrated electromechanical solutions in Nigeria, has reinforced its leadership in the country's clean energy transition by hosting media stakeholders… Read more »

Nigeria: MTN CEO, Ralph Mupita Appointed to Dangote Fertiliser Board

Dangote Industries has appointed the chief executive officer of MTN Group, Ralph Mupita, to the board of Dangote Fertiliser Limited. Read more »

Nigeria: Ex-Minister Diezani Denies Bribery Charges in UK Court

Former Nigerian petroleum minister Diezani Alison-Madueke, on Tuesday, pleaded not guilty to multiple bribery charges as her trial opened at Southwark Crown Court in London, with… Read more »

Nigeria: Court Rejects Nnamdi Kanu's Request for Transfer From Sokoto Prison

Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has struck out a motion filed by the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, to be… Read more »

Nigeria: Boko Haram 'Kill 7 Soldiers, Capture 13 Others' in Borno

Suspected Boko Haram terrorists have killed seven soldiers and captured 13 others, including their commanding officer on Monday in Damasak, Mobbar local government area of Borno… Read more »

Africa: Presidency Co-Hosts Africa Social Impact Summit Policy Engagement

The Office of the Vice President will co-host the 2026 Africa Social Impact Summit (ASIS) High-Level Policy Engagement, as stakeholders converge to deepen policy reforms and… Read more »

Nigeria: Diezani Received £100,000 in Cash As Bribe - UK Prosecutor

The prosecutor, Alexandra Healy, in the ongoing trial of former petroleum minister Diezani Alison-Madueke, on Tuesday told the Crown Court in Southwark, England, that the… Read more »

Nigeria: Maaun Tops Ad Scientific Index 2026 Varsity Rankings in Niger

Maryam Abacha American University of Niger (MAAUN) has been ranked the number one university in the Republic of Niger by the AD Scientific Index, emerging ahead of five public… Read more »

Nigeria: NHRC Condemns Forced Evictions in Lagos, Raises Alarm Over Sit-At-Home Enforcement in Anambra

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has condemned recent forced evictions and demolitions in Lagos State and raised concerns over the enforcement of the illegal sit-at-home… Read more »

Nigeria: Ruling Party Support Group Urges Tinubu to Resolve Rivers Crisis

The All Progressives Congress (APC) Support Group Council has appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to intervene and resolve the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State. Read more »

Nigeria: Insecurity - Kwara LG Imposes 24-Hour Curfew

The Ifelodun local government area council of Kwara State has imposed a 24-hour curfew on the Oro-Ago district of the area. Read more »

Nigeria: Bandits Kill 3 Policemen in Katsina

Suspected gunmen have killed three Mobile Police Officers in an ambush along the Guga-Bakori axis of Katsina State, deepening concerns over security on major routes in the area. Read more »

Nigeria: Unveiling Gov. Alia's Strides Through the Lenses of Senior Media Managers

The media as the fourth estate of the realm has a unique role in every society. Tracking governance, demanding accountability, putting the interest of the people first, and most… Read more »

Nigeria: Saleh, Tobin Crowned Champions At 2025 Nlng Golf Classic

Murtala Saleh and Lady Gladys Tobin have triumphed in the men's and ladies' categories, respectively, at the recently concluded 2025 NLNG Golf Classic held on Bonny Island, Rivers… Read more »

Nigeria: NFF Congress in Bayelsa Under Fire Amidst Legal Challenge, Presidential Directive

A contentious Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Congress, purportedly scheduled for February 14, 2026, in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, has drawn sharp criticism and legal warnings from… Read more »

Nigeria: Rivers Grassroot Movement Hails Governor Fubara's Leadership On Birthday

The Leadership and members of the Rivers Grassroot Movement extend our warmest birthday felicitations to His Excellency, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, Executive Governor of Rivers State,… Read more »

Nigeria: NBBF Dismisses Tenure Elongation Claims, Clarifies Board's Mandate

The Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) has strongly refuted allegations that its board, led by Engr. Musa Kida, is attempting to extend its tenure beyond constitutional limits.… Read more »

Nigeria: Primate Suspends Clergy, Dissolves Groups in Delta Anglican Church

The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) has dissolved all standing and executive committees and suspended several clergy and lay leaders over the prolonged internal crisis at St… Read more »

Nigeria: Digital Media Experts to Mobilise Support for Tinubu, APC in Imo

Over 1,000 digital media experts, including journalists, bloggers, content creators, new media aides, policymakers and industry leaders, are expected to participate in the South… Read more »

Nigeria: Be Hard On Criminals, Oborevwori Tells New Police Chief

Delta State governor, Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has asked security agencies, especially the new police commissioner to be tough on criminals. Read more »

Nigeria: Agency Unveils Crop Substitution Project for Illicit Cannabis Farmers

National Drug Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has unveiled the alternative development project, which will serve as a substitution project for the growers of illicit cannabis. Read more »