Nigeria: 80 Persons Die of Lassa Fever in 11 States

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has reported 80 deaths from 413 confirmed Lassa fever cases across 11 states during Epidemiological Week 6 (Feb. 3-9,… Read more »

Nigeria: Yobe Govt, World Bank to Build 50 Schools for Girls

Yobe State government has unveiled plans to construct 50 schools under the Adolescent Girls' Initiative for Learning and Empowerment, aimed at enhancing access to education for the… Read more »

Nigeria: MSF Launches Measles Vaccination Campaign

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) also known as Doctors Without Borders, has launched a large-scale vaccination campaign to curb the prevalence of measles, diphtheria… Read more »

Nigeria: Group Launches Programme to Empower Almajiri Children

To tackle food insecurity and the menace of out-of-school children, a group, Nutriment Investment Hub has launched an innovative programme aimed at empowering 10,000 Almajiri… Read more »

Nigeria: Philanthropist Turbaned As 10th Sarkin Gobir of Ilorin

The Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, has turbaned a philanthropist, Alhaji Yakubu Gobir, as the 10th Sarkin Gobir of Ilorin Emirate in Kwara State. Read more »

Nigeria: Experts Raise the Alarm On Misuse of Antibiotics in Livestock, Fish Farming

The unregulated use of antimicrobials in livestock and fish farming has assumed a public health concern as farmers across Nigeria routinely administer antibiotics to their animals… Read more »

Nigeria: We're Monitoring Response to Shell's Oil Spill in Bayelsa - Nosdra

National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency (NOSDRA) said it is monitoring the ongoing response and continuously evaluating the crude oil spill from Shell Petroleum… Read more »

Nigeria: Nwaneri Donates Bus to Action Alliance At Convention

Founder and president of the Goodluck Nwaneri Foundation, Chief Goodluck Nwaneri, in a show of support for grassroots political engagement and participation, has donated a new bus… Read more »

Nigeria: Troops Kill 82 Terrorists, Arrest 198, Rescue 93 Hostages

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) says troops on internal operations killed 82 terrorists, arrested 198 suspected others and rescued 93 kidnapped hostages between 14-21 February 2025. Read more »

Nigeria: Climate Change - NHRC Calls On African Govts to Safeguard Human Rights

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called on regional and subregional human rights systems, governments, and Institutions in Africa to take decisive action to… Read more »

Nigeria: Expert Raises the Alarm As Aging Population Dominates Farming

An agronomy expert has expressed concern over the rapidly ageing farming population and insufficient government support for the food security agenda. Read more »

Nigeria: Head of Service Commends Federal Govt for Enhancing Sustainable Environmental Health

The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), Mrs. Didi Walson-Jack, has praised the federal government for its steadfast dedication to enhancing sustainable… Read more »

Nigeria: NCAA DG Bags Fellowship of Nigerian Institution of Safety Engineers

The director general of Civil Aviation, Capt. Chris Najomo has been awarded an honourary fellowship by the Nigerian Institution of Safety Engineers (NISafetyE) for ensuring safety… Read more »

Nigeria: Osun Govt Can't Conduct Any Lawful, Fresh LG Election Now - AGF

The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, has told the Osun State government not to proceed with its planned local government area… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria Unveils 'Nutrition 774' to Fight Child Malnutrition Nationwide

Nigeria has launched the 'Nutrition 774' Initiative, a nationwide programme aimed at tackling rising malnutrition rates among children, with Vice President Kashim Shettima calling… Read more »

Nigeria: Tanker Fires - Govt Bans 60,000 Litres Capacity Trucks From Lifting Petroleum Products

The federal government has banned fuel tankers with a 60,000 litres capacity from loading and transporting petroleum products from the various depots across the country, effective… Read more »

Nigeria: Kano Anti-Graft Agency, Bakers Agree On Bread Production

Following the recent uproar by members of the public on the reduction of the price of flour while the price of baked bread remains on the high side, the Kano State Public Complaint… Read more »

Nigeria: Amid Global Rush, Nigeria's $34bn Lithium Reserves in High Demand

Nigeria's vast lithium reserves, estimated to be worth over $34 billion, is attracting global demand. Read more »

Nigeria: No Evidence of U.S. Aid Reaching Boko Haram, Says U.S. Envoy

The United States has firmly denied any claims that its foreign assistance to Nigeria has been diverted to Boko Haram, reiterating its commitment to counter-terrorism efforts in… Read more »

Nigeria: Kano, Gates, Dangote Tackle Polio, Maternal Mortality

Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has reiterated his administration's commitment to partnering with the federal government to eradicate circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus in… Read more »

Nigeria: Eliminate All Bandits, Army Chief Tells Troops

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has vowed to eliminate bandits across Nigeria, focusing on Katsina State. Read more »

Nigeria: Amid U.S. Probe...Senate Invites NSA, Others Over Boko Haram Funding

The Senate has summoned security and intelligence chiefs to investigate allegations that the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is funding terrorism in… Read more »

Nigeria: Govt Resolves Passport Crisis in Atlanta, New York

The federal government has resolved the passport printer crisis at its consulates in Atlanta and New York, United States of America, following directives issued by the minister of… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria's Census Key to Tackling Climate Risks - Experts

Experts have emphasised that Nigeria's upcoming national census is crucial for addressing climate change risks, as accurate population data is essential for shaping sustainable… Read more »

Nigeria: Tinubu, Akpabio, Buhari, Others Mourn As Clark Dies At 97

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, former President Muhammadu Buhari, governors, and other prominent Nigerians have mourned the demise of Chief Edwin… Read more »