January 12
Nigeria: Group Cautions Tinubu, Ministers On Unpaid Local Contractors
The group said non-payment of the local contractors for the contracts executed could negatively impact the ruling APC in the 2027 general election. Read more »
Nigeria: Atiku Criticises Tinubu's Govt Over Alleged Abandonment of Students On Scholarship
Mr Atiku also criticised the discontinuation of the BEA scholarship by the Nigerian government. Read more »
Nigeria: Trending - 'We Have the Same Taste in Women,' Gov Adeleke Says At Son's Wedding
He also recalled moments when Gbolahan brought different women home and how he often advised him on what he believed was not his "spec." Read more »
Nigeria: Suspected Herders Kill Ex-Soldier, Abduct Wife and Infant in Benue
The former military officer, a retired Master Warrant Officer of the Nigerian Army, identified as Anyebe, was killed on Sunday in the Asa 2 area of Otukpo. Read more »
Nigeria: Judge Exposes Attempt By Lawyer Facing Fraud Charges to Meet Him Privately
The judge questioned the accused lawyer's motive in open court on Monday. Read more »
Nigeria: Presco Announces Board Change, Appoints New Non-Executive Director
Mr Arikawe replaced Felix Nwabuko, who retired after several years on the board. Read more »
January 11
Nigeria: Inside EFCC's Terrorism Financing, Money Laundering Charges Against Bauchi Officials
A PREMIUM TIMES review of official documents and court records paints a disturbing picture of how money meant for the development of Bauchi State ended in private pockets. Read more »
Africa: Afcon 2025 Semi-Finals - Indigenous Coaches Take Centre Stage
The milestone marks a growing shift in African football, where local coaches are increasingly trusted to lead, innovate, and succeed at the highest level of the continent. Read more »
Nigeria: Group Launches Scholarship for 30 Female Medical Students to Address Nigeria's Gender Health Gap
The founder noted that the initiative was created in response to long-standing gaps in how women's health needs are understood, researched and prioritised in policy and investment. Read more »
Nigeria: Court Dismisses N1 Billion Copyright Suit Against MTN
The court described the copyright suit against MTN as a "gold-digging exercise." Read more »
Nigeria/Algeria: Five Takeaways in Super Eagles' Victory
With each passing game, the Super Eagles look less like hopeful contenders and more like a team that understands exactly what it takes to go all the way Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Arrives in UAE, Targets Renewable Energy Partnerships
President Tinubu is visiting the UAE at the official invitation of the President of the United Arab Emirates, Mohamed Al Nahyan. Read more »
Nigeria: SERAP Sues INEC Over 'Missing N55.9bn Election Funds'
SERAP is also seeking: "an order of mandamus to direct and compel INEC to disclose the names of all contractors paid the ₦55.9 billion..." Read more »
January 10
Nigeria: Writer Chimamanda Adichie Blames Baby Son's Death On Medical Negligence
PREMIUM TIMES reported that Nnamdi, one of Adichie's twin sons, died on Wednesday after a brief illness. Read more »
Nigeria: Court Restrains Nigeria's Resident Doctors From Planned Strike
The court also barred NARD from taking steps preparatory to any industrial action. Read more »
Nigeria: Trump Warns of More U.S. Strikes in Nigeria
Mr Trump had disclosed to the world through a post on Truth Social that the attack was part of the US effort to stop the operations of radical Islamic groups in the country. Read more »
Nigeria: Impeachment Notice - Jandor Says Fubara 'Politically Safe' in APC
The Rivers House of Assembly initiated fresh impeachment proceedings against Governor Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu. Read more »
Nigeria: Outrage Over N13,000 Registration Fee Requirement for Cross River Loan Scheme
The Cross River State Government has ordered an immediate halt to all payments linked to the empowerment programme. Read more »
Nigeria: Osimhen Shuts Critics With Man of the Match Display in Afcon Quarter-Final
Osimhen's night summed up his influence on this Super Eagles team -- goals, assists, work rate and leadership Read more »
Nigeria: 'Empty Barrel Makes Loudest Noise' - Otti Fires Back At Orji Kalu, Others
Abia North Senator, Orji Kalu, recently vowed to do all within his powers to deliver Abia to the APC in the 2027 elections. Read more »
January 09
Senegal/Mali: AFCON 2025 - Senegal Edge Mali to Book Semi-Final Place
Mali's problems deepened in stoppage time when captain Yves Bissouma was sent off after receiving a second yellow card for a reckless challenge, leaving his side to play the entire… Read more »
Nigeria: FG Establishes Nigeria House Davos Ahead of World Economic Forum
Nigeria House Davos will serve as a sovereign convening platform for ministerial engagements, high level roundtables, policy dialogues... Read more »
Nigeria/Algeria: Afcon 2025 - Five Men Who Could Decide Nigeria Vs Algeria Quarter-Final Clash
At this stage of AFCON 2025, matches are rarely won by teams alone; they are decided by moments, personalities, and players brave enough to seize the night Read more »
Nigeria: 2027 - Will APC Sacrifice Fubara to Please Wike?
Ultimately, the question confronting the APC is larger than Rivers State. It tests whether party rules will prevail over personal power. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Applauds N100 Trillion Ngx Milestone, Says Reforms Paying Off
As of 5 January , the rally in Nigerian equities has continued. Market capitalisation rose to N101.8 trillion. Read more »
