Nigeria: Jigawa Primary Healthcare Agency, WHO Destroy Expired Noodles

The noodles were part of incentives to boost participation in polio and routine immunisation campaigns. Read more »

Nigeria: ADC Coalition Formed to Halt One-Party Drift in Nigeria - David Mark

Mr Mark, a former member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), said that since its unveiling in July, Nigerians nationwide had shown overwhelming support, with renewed political… Read more »

Nigeria: Ebonyi Govt Procures Four New Aircraft, Set to Launch Airline

If Ebonyi successfully launches its commercial airline, it will be the fifth state to do so in Nigeria and second in the country's South-east after Enugu State. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Senator Dies in India

Mr Akwashiki was first elected to the Senate in 2019 and was re-elected for a second term in 2023, becoming the only senator from Nasarawa North to secure two consecutive terms. Read more »

Nigeria: Anthony Joshua Out of Hospital

Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun and Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu deeply appreciate the public concern and show of love and affection over this very sad and unfortunate… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria's Security Partnerships and the Primacy of Diplomacy

Cooperation must remain exceptional, clearly justified, and subject to continuous political review. Read more »

Nigeria: 2025 - Army Rescues 1,023 Kidnap Victims, Recovers 189 Guns in Northwest Nigeria

Ahmed Usman, the special adviser on security to Governor Ahmad Aliyu of Sokoto, praised the Nigerian Army's commitment to national security. Read more »

Nigeria/Uganda: Afcon 2025 - Five Key Takeaways From Nigeria's 3-1 Win Over Uganda

Leadership is emerging, depth is being tested, and tactical flexibility is growing. Yet defensive lapses remain the lingering concern. Read more »

Nigeria: How CBN Managed the Nigerian Economy in 2025

"Thus, maintaining the current stance of policy, amidst lingering global uncertainties, would allow the effect of previous policy rate hikes to sufficiently transmit to the real… Read more »

Nigeria: Deadly Attacks, Nnamdi Kanu's Life Imprisonment, Other Defining Events in South-East in 2025

This is a review of the top events that occurred in Nigeria's south-east in 2025. Read more »

Nigeria: 2025 Review - Nigerian Stocks Pull Off Strongest Performance in 18 Years, Yielding 51 Percent

The inflation-beating performance stands 36.8 per cent higher than consumer inflation for November, which was 14.5 per cent. Read more »

Cameroon/Mozambique: Mozambique Lose to Indomitable Lions, Now Face Nigeria in Knock-Out Round

Mozambique lost their opening game to Cup holders Cote d'Ivoire, but then dug their feet into the ground to triumph over Gabon, before losing 1-2 to Cameroon's Indomitable Lions on… Read more »

Nigeria: Ex-Nigerian Senator Dumps PDP After 27 Years, Joins ADC

The former senator said the decision to leave the party was a difficult one. Read more »

Nigeria: Court Sends Bauchi Finance Commissioner to Prison Over Terrorism Financing Charges

EFCC accused the commissioner and his co-defendants of releasing the state government's funds to a Miyetti Allah leader who allegedly ended up using the cash running into millions… Read more »

Nigeria: Otti Speaks On His Labour Party Membership As Peter Obi Defects to ADC

Mr Obi announced his defection to the African Democratic Congress on Wednesday during a political rally at the Nike Lake Resort Hotel in Enugu, Enugu State. Read more »

Nigeria: Jigawa's Almajiri Children Can No Longer Be Classified Out-of-School - Governor Namadi

The governor stated that they are now receiving basic numeracy, literacy, and entrepreneurial training comparable to students in the conventional education sector. Read more »

Nigeria: PDP Insists Tinubu Must Suspend Implementation of New Tax Laws

PDP said that the controversy surrounding the tax laws warrants a full investigation before implementation Read more »

Nigeria: PHC Reforms, Disease Outbreaks, Other Events That Shaped Nigeria's Health Sector in 2025

Despite renewed efforts to expand primary healthcare, strengthen immunisation, and improve service delivery, the sector continued to face persistent challenges, including disease… Read more »

Nigeria: Elumelu's Heirs Energies Acquires 20.07 Percent Stake in Seplat in $500 Million Transaction

Tony Elumelu, chairman of Heirs Energies, said, "This acquisition reflects our strong belief in Africa's ability to own, develop, and responsibly manage its strategic resources. Read more »

Nigeria: New Survey Says More Nigerians Intend to Vote in 2027, Fear Insecurity

The survey, conducted by Yiaga Africa, also revealed that 76 per cent of Nigerians are unaware of recent electoral reforms, despite the efforts by the National Assembly and INEC on… Read more »

Africa: Afcon 2025 Roundup - Morocco Top Group a As Mali, South Africa Advance With Egypt

Morocco's emphatic win in Rabat ensured they ended the group phase unbeaten, while Mali progressed despite playing most of their final match with ten men Read more »

Nigeria: Up-Close - Meet the New Owners of Geregu Power

In a note to the Nigerian Exchange Limited, Geregu Power stated that it has been formally notified by Amperion Power Distribution Company of the share sale to Ma'am Energy Limited. Read more »

Nigeria: Ex-AGF Malami, Son, Wife to Spend New Year's Day in Prison As Court Postpones Bail Hearing

The judge issued the remand order against Mr Malami, his son, and wife after the EFCC arraigned the three of them jointly on money laundering charges on Tuesday. Read more »

Nigeria: Hajj 2026 - NAHCON Reinforces Health Screening Standards, Warns States Against Compromise

NAHCON stressed that full compliance with the guidelines is non-negotiable, noting that they directly influence operational approvals and the overall success of the pilgrimage. Read more »

Nigeria: Plateau Govt Raids Brothels, Hotels in Jos-Bukuru, Rescues Minors

The operation was carried out by the Plateau State Task Force Committee on Human Trafficking. Read more »