January 08
Africa: Afcon 2023 Preview - the 24 Talismans to Look Out for in Cote d'Ivoire
All the countries coming to AFCON 2023 have one player, on whose shoulders lies a lot of responsibility to help their teams achieve their respective goals. Read more »
Gambia: Alleged Jammeh Enforcer Sonko Goes On Trial for Crimes Against Humanity
Mr Sonko faces charges of murder, rape, false imprisonment, torture, among others. Read more »
Nigeria: Supreme Court Affirms Benue Governor's Election, Reserves Decision On Ebonyi
A five-member panel of the Supreme Court led by John Okoro said issues raised about the disputed Benue State governorship in the appeal did not qualify as post-election matters. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerians in UK Narrate Ordeal Assessing Healthcare, As Doctor's Strike Continues in England
The doctor's strike, according to reports, has led to the cancellation of as many as 200,000 appointments. Read more »
Nigeria: Rivers Crisis - Court to Deliver Judgment On Suit Against Fubara, National Assembly, Others
The court adjourned the matter on the Rivers State political crisis for judgement after counsel for the parties presented their arguments for and against the case. Read more »
Nigeria: EFCC Invites Suspended Minister Betta Edu Over Alleged Fraud
The EFCC had earlier recommended the suspension of the minister to pave way for a thorough investigation, a source told NAN. Read more »
Nigeria: Court Adjourns Nnamdi Kanu's N1 Billion Suit Against Federal Govt, SSS
The IPOB leader is asking for eight reliefs altogether in court. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Sacks Heads of Two Federal Govt Agencies
President Tinubu directed them to hand over to the next most senior officer in their respective agencies, pending the appointment of new CEOs. Read more »
Nigeria: What South-East Must Do Before Requesting Nnamdi Kanu's Release - Deputy Speaker, House of Reps
The IPOB, leader who is standing trial for alleged terrorism, is being detained in the SSS facility in Abuja. Read more »
Nigeria: Emefiele - Court Awards N100 Million Against EFCC, Commission Vows to Appeal
The judge gave the ruling in a suit brought by Mr Emefiele challenging his detention for several weeks by the EFCC. Read more »
West Africa: WAEC Reacts to Calls for Rejection of Computer-Based Examinations
Some days ago, the Arewa Youth Consultative Forum (AYF) called for the rejection of the new model. Read more »
Nigeria: EFCC Detains Ex-Humanitarian Affairs Minister Over Alleged N37.1 Billion Fraud
The former minister arrived at the headquarters of the commission in Abuja in honour of an earlier invitation over the pending N37.1 billion fraud case on Monday morning. Read more »
Nigeria: Humanitarian Ministry Scandal - Tinubu Suspends Betta Edu
The suspension according to a statement by presidential spokesperson Ajuri Ngelale is with immediate effect. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria, Saudi Arabia Sign Agreement for 2024 Hajj
He noted that the arrangements the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia had put in place would improve the 2023 Hajj operations and ensure the safety and comfort of Nigerian pilgrims. Read more »
Nigeria: Ondo Needs Leader Who'll Mobilise Resources for Growth, Development - Former Army Chief
The state is set for another off-cycle governorship election slated for 16th November by INEC. Read more »
Nigeria: Trapped Airlines Funds - CBN Pays $61.6m, Brings Total Settled Backlog to $2bn
There had been concerns globally about Nigeria's status as the country with the highest amount of foreign airlines' trapped funds, which accrued from ticket revenue. Read more »
Nigeria: 2024 and Citizens' Role in Shaping a Better Society
Let's take the challenge of 2024 as the imperative for the youth to see the easy life and unearned wealth as obnoxious and a self-nihilistic path to be avoided. Read more »
Nigeria: Kano Governorship - APC Shares 'Aso-Ebi' Ahead of Supreme Court Ruling
The Supreme Court has set Friday (12 January) as judgment day on an appeal filed by the governor, Mr Yusuf, challenging his sacking from office by two lower courts. Read more »
Africa: Afcon - Sanwo-Olu to Send Off Super Eagles On Tuesday
According to a press release from the NFF media officer, Ademola Olajire, the Eagles will arrive in Lagos aboard a chartered aircraft on Tuesday evening for the send-off. Read more »
Niger: Taraba Govt to Reintroduce History Subject in Basic Schools
History, the Taraba State governor said, has a connection with development of any society. Read more »
Nigeria: Governor Lawal Pledges Full Implementation of 2024 'Zamfara Rescue Budget'
Mr Lawal made the pledge on Monday when he presided over the Zamfara State Executive Meeting at the Council Chambers of Government House in Gusau. Read more »
Nigeria: Anambra Boat Mishap - National Inland Waterways Authority Says Eight People Died
The police said five people were killed in the incident. Read more »
Nigeria: Falconets Coach Names 19 Players for Crucial World Cup Qualifiers
Midfielders Adoo Yina and Chima Olise, and forwards Chiamaka Okwuchukwu, Janet Akekoromowei, Yemisi Samuel and Opeyemi Ajakaye are all on the roster. Read more »
Nigeria/Guinea: Super Eagles Fail Guinea Test Six Days Before Their Opening Match
While some see the defeat as a major blow to Nigeria's confidence heading into AFCON, others say it could be a blessing in disguise. Read more »
Nigeria/Cote d'Ivoire: 25 Afcon Records You Must Know As Super Eagles, Others Get Set to Rumble in Cote d'Ivoire
The Super Eagles and many Nigerian players have written several pages in the Nations Cup record books Read more »