February 05
Nigeria: Electoral Act - We Didn't Reject Electronic Transmission of Results - Opposition Senators
The opposition lawmakers said confusion over the provision arose from side conversations during the clause-by-clause consideration of the amendment bill in plenary. Read more »
Nigeria: EFCC Arraigns Former Vice Chancellor On N19.7million Contract Kickback, Bribery Charges
The former vice chancellor and his co-defendants were arraigned on five counts of bribery, to which they pleaded not guilty. Read more »
Nigeria: How Nigeria Can Turn Gas Into Power, Industry, Economic Growth - Experts
As Nigeria marks Gas Day at NIES 2026, energy regulators and government officials are calling for decisive action to translate the country's vast gas reserves into reliable power… Read more »
Nigeria: 'I'm Sorry, You're Not a Witch' - Angela Okorie Apologises to Mercy Johnson
Nollywood actress Angela Okorie has publicly apologised to her colleague Mercy Johnson six days after being granted bail in a case involving cyberstalking, threats, and harassment. Read more »
Nigeria: Atiku Berates Senate for Rejecting Mandatory Electronic Transmission of Election Results
Atiku warned that the rejection would undermine electoral reforms and weaken transparency, credibility, and public trust in Nigeria's elections. Read more »
Nigeria: Lagos-Calabar Highway Threatens to Uproot Stubbs Creek Forest, Raises Climate Damage Risks - Study
The study warned that the loss of Stubbs Creek Forest Reserve would weaken the natural resilience of the Niger Delta, a low-lying region already vulnerable to flooding, coastal… Read more »
Africa: NIES 2026 - How NNPC Plans to Stabilise Fuel Supply, Unlock Africa's Gas Potential - Official
Mr Ojulari said NNPC's downstream and gas strategy will emphasise operational action rather than policy intent alone. Read more »
Nigeria: Army Assures Onitsha Market Traders of Security
Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra ordered the closure of the market about a week ago when he visited it and observed that shops in the market were closed in compliance with IPOB's… Read more »
Nigeria: INEC Registers Two New Political Parties
INEC Chairperson Joash Amupitan explained that while the commission vetted and approved the DLA as a political party, INEC registered the NDC as a political party in compliance… Read more »
Nigeria: ADC Faults Senate's Rejection of E-Transmission of Results
ADC warned that the rejection of electronic transmission of results to INEC IREV, could threaten election credibility in Nigeria. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Economic Growth - Real Output or Statistical Expansion?
Over the past few weeks, I have been reflecting on Nigeria's projected economic growth of over 3 per cent in 2025. I must assume I am not alone in this reflection. The projection… Read more »
Nigeria: Troops Nab Suspected ISWAP Logistics Supplier, Secure Refugee Return in Borno
Military source says combined troops of 273 Task Force Tank Battalion and 29 Task Force Brigade apprehended a suspected ISWAP/JAS logistics supplier at Jakana village in Konduga… Read more »
Nigeria: Tax Reform Is Policy, Not Politics
At this point, the national interest is best served by shifting focus from controversy to implementation, ensuring clarity, compliance, and public understanding. Read more »
Nigeria: Lagos State Govt Announces Six-Week Traffic Diversion for Apongbon Bridge Repairs
The repair works on the Apongbon Bridge will commence on Thursday (today). Read more »
Nigeria: Nollywood in Hollywood Unveils Three Films for 2026 Los Angeles Showcase
Founded in 2018 by Nigerian-American filmmaker Ose Oyamendan, Nollywood in Hollywood promotes Nigerian cinema through cultural exchange and international partnerships. Read more »
Nigeria: Four in 10 Cancers Worldwide Could Be Prevented, WHO Warns
A new global analysis shows that up to 40 per cent of cancer cases worldwide could be prevented by reducing exposure to known risk factors. Read more »
Nigeria: Kwara Govt Confirms Terror Attack On Woro Community, Says 75 Killed
The Red Cross put the death toll at 162 as of Wednesday evening. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Orders Deployment of Army Battalion to Kwara After Terrorists Killed Scores
Mr Tinubu's words were conveyed in a statement issued by presidential spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, late Wednesday. Read more »
Africa: How Nigeria Can Reclaim Its Place As Africa's Aviation Hub - Ex-CEO of Adc Airlines
Speaking of Nigeria's aviation history, Mr Okon recalled a period when Nigerian pilots and engineers operated intercontinental flights and performed major aircraft maintenance… Read more »
Nigeria: Agriculture - Jigawa Governor Undertakes High-Level Technical Engagement in Argentina
The delegation is studying the world-class agricultural ecosystem in the Province of Córdoba, a region whose semi-arid conditions are similar to those of Northern Nigeria Read more »
Nigeria: Acfta Fest 2026 Holds Press Conference in Lagos
The festival, billed to hold on the 26th to 28th of March 2026 in Abuja, is set to empower 1.5 million youths in entrepreneurship, arts and sports while facilitating over five… Read more »
Nigeria: Cappa Seeks Stricter Regulation of Sugar-Heavy, Ultra-Processed Food Ads
"Nigeria must act decisively to regulate its food environment in the public interest," CAPPA said. Read more »
Nigeria: Sowore's Obsession With President Tinubu, Reno Omokri & I, By Femi Fani-Kayode
I conclude by mentioning the fact that it is a reflection of President Tinubu's decency and humanity that he can welcome into his ranks those who once fought against him and… Read more »
Nigeria: Gov Sani Commissions Kauru Road After 45 Years of Neglect
The governor recalled that on 27th August, 2024 when he came for the flag off of the project, the journey from Pambeguwa to Kauru took about one hour. He however pointed out with… Read more »
Nigeria: How Nigeria's Gas Master Plan Will Be Executed - - Ojulari
Mr Ojulari said the framework is built around execution, producer ownership and market-driven flexibility rather than policy rhetoric. Read more »
