November 07
Nigeria: Oil Marketers Seek to Dismiss Dangote Refinery's Suit
The marketers requested that the court dismiss Dangote's claims, insisting that competitive practices are essential to Nigeria's economic health and the oil sector's viability. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerians Must Hold Govt Accountable for Quality Healthcare - Minister
Mr Pate said while strides have been made in healthcare affordability and insurance coverage, achieving universal access to quality healthcare remains an ongoing challenge. Read more »
Nigeria: Oyo Govt Approves New Minimum Wage for Workers
Mr Oyelade said the new scale will be implemented as soon as the consequential adjustments process is completed by the committee which comprises top government and labour… Read more »
Nigeria: Terrorist Leaders Begging to Surrender - Nigerian Military
"We are opening a surrendering corridor for that purpose." Read more »
Nigeria: Inside Controversies Trailing Recruitment, Appointment of Unizik Vice Chancellor
A new twist has now been added to the controversy as the Federal Ministry of Education nullifies the recruitment and appointment. Read more »
November 06
Nigeria: Two Killed As Bomb Explodes in Nigerian Market
The police have confirmed the development. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Army Chief Dies
Born on 28 February 1968, Lt. General Lagbaja was appointed Chief of Army Staff on 19 June 2023, by President Tinubu. Read more »
Nigeria: Exclusive - Man Convicted of Theft in U.S. Emerged Traditional Ruler in Nigeria
The Nigerian man was convicted of theft at the Circuit Court for Montgomery County, State of Maryland in the US in April 1997, according to court documents obtained by PREMIUM… Read more »
Nigeria: My Talent, Not Looks, Got Me Far in Nollywood - Carolyna Hutchings
Born to a Scottish father and a Nigerian mother, Carolyna began her acting journey in 2004 and gained the spotlight with her role in Deadly Care. Read more »
Nigeria: NAPTIP Trains 500 Teachers On Human Trafficking
The agency's Director-General, Binta Bello, said this at the opening of a Training of Trainers Workshop for teachers in Colleges of Education in Benue, Delta and Enugu on Wednesday… Read more »
Nigeria: Lagbaja - Tinubu Postpones FEC Meeting
Initially scheduled for today, the council meeting was postponed in honour of Taoreed Lagbaja. Read more »
Nigeria: Bayelsa Group Seeks Reparation for Environmental Pollution
Governor Diri led the group to meet with President Tinubu in Abuja. Read more »
Nigeria: Nimet Partners With NCDC to Enhance Disease Preparedness, Response
The NiMet's Director General, Charles Anosike, emphasised that climate change poses significant health threats. Read more »
Nigeria: Alleged N1.3 Billion Fraud - Court Orders Arrest of Dana Air Md
The federal government, through its lawyer, Mojisola-Okeya Esho, had, on 10 October prayed the court to issue a bench warrant for the arrest of the Dana Air chief. Read more »
Nigeria: International Road Racer Mhlaba-Adebo Gears Up for Lagos Women Run
Concurrently, the Lagos Women Run Expo kicked off on Tuesday at the Teslim Balogun Stadium, featuring an empowerment programme for women Read more »
Nigeria: University Honours Ex-APC National Secretary
Mr Akpanudoedehe urged the alumni to come together and raise an endowment fund for research for the institution. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Begins Disbursement of N75 Billion Loans to Msmes
"If you need any information, if you are not sure of anything, go to the Bank of Industry." Read more »
Nigeria: #EndBadGovernance - I Was Not Aware of Minors' Arrest Until They Were Arraigned - Governor Yusuf
Mr Yusuf assured that his administration would do everything humanly possible to reunite the children with their parents. Read more »
Africa: Aftermath Festival Management Residency Programme, Pawstudios Africa Set for 'Lagos Fringe 2024'
Pawstudios Africa is a pioneering incubator hub that elevates African storytelling and creativity through diverse arts and culture programmes. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu's Self-Inflicted Wounds and the Blame Game
When the Tinubu government faces stiff opposition, criticisms, or gets dragged on social media, there are genuine reasons for this. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Strategies in AI Development Across Africa
AI adoption remains uneven across the continent, largely due to varying levels of economic development and digital orientation. Read more »
November 05
Nigeria: Court Strikes Down Treason Charges Against 119 Minors #endbadgovernance
A total of 119 defendants believed to be minors were freed of the charges. Read more »
Nigeria: Ministers - Tinubu Ignores Campaign Promise On Women Representation
President Tinubu is not alone in jettisoning fair women representation in his cabinet. Since 1999, no Nigerian president has attained the 35 per cent women affirmative action. Read more »
Nigeria: Dangote Refinery Attempting to Maintain Monopoly - Petroan
The association explained that the rate of N990, as announced by Dangote Refinery, was "inconsiderate" based on the fact that the refinery enjoyed massive concessions for accessing… Read more »
Equatorial Guinea: Baltasar Engonga - Equatorial Guinean Govt Suspends Staff in Sex Tape, Installs CCTVs in Agency Offices
"We will not tolerate any actions that tarnish the integrity of our administration, and individuals involved in such practices will face strict measures." Read more »