February 14
Nigeria: Marafa Laments Killing of Ally By Zamfara Guards
Fear has gripped some residents of Zamfara State as members of the recently inaugurated Community Protection Guards (CPG) allegedly killed Magaji Lawal Salala, a political… Read more »
Nigeria: Garun-Gabbas Heads 6-Man Noc Constitution Review Committee
The Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) has inaugurated a six-man constitution review committee with a mandate to midwife the review and alterations in the provisions of the National… Read more »
Nigeria: Maida Proves to Be Transparent, Adjusts Telecom Data Measurement
One of the promises that the executive vice chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, assured Nigerians, is that transparency will form the bedrock… Read more »
Nigeria: Reps Pays WAEC, JAMB Fees for 1,007 Ebonyi Students
A member of the House of Representatives for Ikwo/Ezza South federal constituency, Hon Chinedu Ogah, has cleared the West Africa Examination Council (WAEC) and the Joint Admissions… Read more »
Nigeria: Security Forces Foil Kidnap Attempt, Kill 5 in Bauchi
A combined team of security operatives comprising the police and Ahmed Ali Kwara Hunters Squad have aborted a kidnap plot in Giade, Giade local government area of Bauchi State and… Read more »
Nigeria: Wike Places N20m Bounty On 2 Wanted Kidnap Kingpins
The minister of FCT, Nyesom Wike, has placed a N20million bounty on two suspected terrorists, responsible for attacking and kidnapping two defence staff at an Army Estate in Abuja. Read more »
Nigeria: Ebonyi South - I'm a Lucky Man, I Won't Fail, Says Umahi's Successor
The newly sworn in Senator representing Ebonyi South in the National Assembly, Prof. Anthony Okorie Ani, has described himself as a lucky man, assuring his people that he won't… Read more »
Nigeria: FG Launches 'Techadvantage to Strengthen Socio-Economic Devt
The federal government has launched TechAdvantage Nigeria to propel the socio-economic development of the nation as well as boost economic prosperity, social inclusion and national… Read more »
Nigeria: Insecurity - After 10-HR Closed-Door Meeting, Senate Passes Confidence Vote On Service Chiefs
After 10 hours of closed-door meeting with the Service Chiefs, the Nigerian Senate has passed a vote of confidence on them, stating that Nigeria will soon have a sigh of relief on… Read more »
Nigeria: Kalu, Ogba, Elegbeleye, Runsewe Top Sv Awards Nominees
Former governor of Abia State, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu and chairman of the Nigeria Professional League (NPFL) board, Hon Gbenga Elegbeleye headlined the nominees for different… Read more »
Nigeria: FIRS Assures Taxpayers of Friendly Tax Administration
Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Dr Zacch Adedeji, has assured Mobile Telephone Network (MTN) Nigeria Plc and other operators in the telecom sector of a tax… Read more »
Nigeria: NFF Decries Online Attacks On Iwobi
The Nigeria Football Federation has condemned in its entirety the cyber attacks on Super Eagles' midfielder Alex Iwobi, saying the virulent attacks on the player are uncalled-for… Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Seeks Confirmation of Tadese As NPC Commissioner
President Bola Tinubu has forwarded to the Senate a request for confirmation of the nomination of Hon. Amidu Tadese Raheem from Osun State, as Commissioner in the National… Read more »
Nigeria: Afcon - Minister Hails Tinubu Over Mon Awards, Flats, Lands for Super Eagles
Sports development minister, Senator John Owan Enoh, has extended profound gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for bestowing the esteemed Member of the Order of the Niger… Read more »
Nigeria: NFF Seeks More Corporate Funding of Football
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has called on corporate organisations to increase support to the federation to help develop football in the country. Read more »
February 13
Cote d'Ivoire: Afcon - I Can't Believe We Won, Says Cote d'Ivoire Coach
Emerse Fae, coach of the Elephants of Cote d'Ivoire, says he still finds it hard to believe that his team won Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023. Read more »
Nigeria: Crisis Rocks Labour Party Over N3bn Campaign Funds
A fresh crisis has erupted in the Nigerian Labour Party (LP) National Working Committee (NWC) over alleged misappropriation of N3 billion purportedly raised for the 2023 campaign. Read more »
February 12
Nigeria: Experts Hinge Stable Power On Advanced Metering, Bills Payment
Power sector experts have underscored the need for advanced metering, prompt payment of bills by consumers, and reduction of energy losses as vital steps towards achieving a… Read more »
Nigeria: Analysts Predict Bearish Trend in Equities Market This Week
Analysts on the Nigerian capital market said, the current bearish trend is expected to persist as investors seek refuge in fixed-income instruments amid dividend expectations. Read more »
Nigeria: Serap Sues Nass Over Silence On N344.85bn Budget
Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged the Federal High Court in Abuja to compel the leadership of the National Assembly to disclose the details of its… Read more »
Nigeria: Afcon 2023 - We Must Sustain Tournament's Inbuilt Unity, Says VP Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima has said Nigerians witnessed a display of footballing magic and an unequivocal manifestation of the unyielding spirit of the Nigerian people in… Read more »
Nigeria: Certificate Verification - Nurses Demand Withdrawal of New Circular
National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) Lagos State Council has called for the immediate reversal and withdrawal of the new circular on certificate verification… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Challenges Getting Worse, Says Adeboye
General overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, has said the challenges confronting Nigeria in some areas are getting worse. Read more »
Nigeria: States Asked to Subsidise Prices of Drugs
Chairman, Forum of CEOs of State Social Health Insurance Agencies in Nigeria, Dr Simeon Onyemaechi, has asked health insurance providers to prioritize subsidized drug rates and… Read more »
Nigeria: Abandoned Vehicles Litter Seaports Over High Tariffs
Due to the instability and volatility of foreign exchange in the country, several foreign-used vehicles imported into the country have been abandoned at vehicle terminals in… Read more »
