January 21
Africa: Guterres Calls for UN Security Council Reform, Makes Case for Africa
"How can we accept that Africa still lacks a single Permanent Member in the Security Council?" Read more »
Africa: U.S, Secretary of State Blinken Travels to Nigeria, Three Other African Countries
Secretary Blinken's goal is to strengthen ties with Cabo Verde, Cote d'Ivoire, Nigeria, and Angola. Read more »
Liberia: Biden Dispatches Strong American Delegation to Boakai's Inauguration As Liberia's President
Historical ties will take centre stage as the US Delegation embarks on a diplomatic visit led by Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield. Read more »
Nigeria: Vice-Chancellors, Lawmakers Set for Showdown Over Alleged Extortion Scheme
A House committee is asking vice chancellors to stay action on Tetfund intervention fund. Read more »
Cameroon: Cameroon - a Year After Murder of Journalist Martinez Zogo, IPI Reiterates Call for Justice
IPI says authorities must carry out credible, transparent, and independent investigations. Read more »
Nigeria: Malabu - EFCC Queries Prosecutor for Declaring No Evidence of Wrongdoing Against Adoke, Others
EFCC, in a statement shared with PREMIUM TIMES, says it has not surrendered concerning the Malabu case. Read more »
Nigeria: Ban of Take-Away Packs - Lagos Orders Clampdown On Manufacturers, Distributors
Our state cannot be held hostage to the economic interests of a few wealthy business owners compared to the millions of Lagosians suffering the consequences of indiscriminate… Read more »
Nigeria: 21 Nigerians Sue Akpabio, Abbas for 'Arbitrarily' Increasing NASS Budget
Mr Akpabio and Mr Abbas are sued for themselves and on behalf of all members of the National Assembly. Read more »
Africa: Prime Video Cuts Funding in Africa, Middle East
Stakeholders have described it as a sad development for the African film and television industry. Read more »
January 20
Nigeria/Cote d'Ivoire: Interview - Afcon 2023 Extra: 'What Nigeria Can Learn From Cote d'Ivoire's Leadership'
The Africa Cup of Nations has put Cote d'Ivoire on display as the best of African footballing talent dazzles the world with their skills. Read more »
Nigeria: Many Covenant University Students 'Hospitalised' Over Suspected Food Poisoning
Multiple sources said facilities at the school's medical centre have been stretched due to the number of affected students. Read more »
January 18
Nigeria: 'Stop Illegal Payment of Ransom to Kidnappers'
Mr Badaru said raising funds to pay a ransom is an illegal act and an action that would further encourage the perpetrators in their nefarious acts Read more »
Nigeria: Ibadan Explosion - Akpabio Demands Investigation, Urges NEMA to Intervene
Mr Akpabio also commended the security agencies and other rescue workers for their prompt intervention during the explosion. Read more »
January 17
Sierra Leone: Sierra Leone's Former President Ernest Koroma Seeks Medical Care In Nigeria
The permission granted Mr Koroma is coming amid rumours that he had agreed to go on exile in Nigeria if all charges against him were dropped. Read more »
Nigeria: Ibadan Explosion Saddening, Devastating, Thorough Investigation Will Be Carried Out - Minister
"We have ordered a detailed investigation and our officers will work and collaborate with Oyo State Government to know the actual cause." Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Violates Own Directive On Pruning Travel Delegations
Mr Tinubu breached his own directive on Monday when a large party accompanied him to Imo State for a short inauguration event. Read more »
Nigeria: Govt Identifies Culprits in Ibadan Explosion, Promises Justice
Death toll rises to three. Read more »
Nigeria: 2024 Paralympic Qualifiers - Nigeria Para-Volleyball Federation Seeks Govt Support
With barely nine days to the commencement of the qualifiers, he expressed that the federation is currently at a 45% readiness level. Read more »
Nigeria: Afcon 2023 - I Am 100% Fit and Ready to Serve Nigeria, Iheanacho Declares
Iheanacho affirmed that the Super Eagles are looking to go all the way to win a fourth AFCON title in Cote d'Ivoire, though the team will take it one game at a time. Read more »
January 16
Nigeria: Oyo State Residents Scramble to Safety Following Explosion
"Governor Seyi Makinde implores citizens to calm down and be assured that their interests are being looked after," an official said. Read more »
Nigeria: Former President Muhammadu Buhari Explains His Apology to Nation After His Tenure
Mr Buhari said decisions were not taken to deliberately inflict pain and anguish on anyone. Read more »
Nigeria: Supreme Court Judgements - Lawyer Slams Governors Hailing Tinubu for 'Non-Interference'
The Supreme Court had, on Friday, delivered separate judgements on petitions challenging the victories of eight governors in the 18 March elections in their states. Read more »
Nigeria: Veteran Radio Broadcaster Killed By Kidnappers Will Be Buried Friday - Family
The slain broadcaster had served as the general manager, Radio Nigeria Atlantic FM, Uyo, and Creek FM, Yenagoa, before his retirement in 2014. Read more »
January 15
Nigeria: Amnesty Asks President Tinubu to Treat Kidnappings As Emergency
"The Nigerian authorities are yet to show any tangible commitment to addressing the escalating breakdown of security across the country. Whatever security measures being currently… Read more »
Nigeria: Research Identifies 'Spatial Injustice', Brain Drain As Major Challenges Facing Healthcare in Lagos
The research noted that despite official rhetoric, sanitation is not prioritised in Lagos, saying no local government area in the state has been declared open-defecation free less… Read more »