Nigeria: Six More Kidnapped Kogi University Students Rescued

20 of the 24 students of the university kidnapped last week have been rescued by security operatives and local hunters Read more »

Nigeria: Ikpeazu Reacts to Allegation of Diverting N10 Billion for Airport Project in Abia

Mr Otti, during his recent trip to the US, accused Mr Ikpeazu of allocating N10 billion to a non-existent airport project in Abia State, an allegation the former governor denied. Read more »

Africa: African Union, Ethiopia, and New Developments in Transitional Justice in Africa

While the transitional justice agenda in South Sudan has experienced setbacks, the same cannot be said for The Gambia, Liberia, and Ethiopia. Read more »

Nigeria: New Police Commissioner Assumes Duty in Anambra, Assures of Security

The new commissioner of police in Anambra State said there was the need to work with other security agencies for a well-coordinated response to insecurity in the state. Read more »

Nigeria: NFVCB to Classify Skits, Digitise Registration Process

"Britain, Kenya, and South Africa have moved from censorship to classification. Hence, Nigeria needs to adapt to the changing times". Read more »

Nigeria: Four Suspects Arraigned for 2021 Kidnap of Uniabuja Lecturers, Family Members

The four suspects were allegedly part of a gang of kidnappers who, on 21 November 2021, invaded the UniAbuja Staff Quarters in Gwagwalada, Abuja, and abducted six persons… Read more »

Nigeria: NLC, TUC Picket Electricity Agencies' Offices in Sokoto Over Tariff Hike

NLC and TUC are demanding that the federal government (FG) roll back the increased electricity tariffs Read more »

Nigeria: In UAE, Tony Elumelu Advocates Climate Funding for Healthcare Delivery

According to WHO, between 2030 and 2050, climate change is expected to cause approximately 250,000 additional deaths per year from health issues. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Considers Introducing Wage System for Workers

An official says, under the proposed system, employees on the same salary scale can earn different wages. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria Gives Reasons for Introducing Helicopter Landing Levies, Names Revenue Collector

The ministry says it recognises the importance of helicopter operations in Nigeria's aviation industry and is committed to implementing international best practices in helicopter… Read more »

Nigeria: FCT Authority Serves 24-Hour Demolition Notice On 500 Structures in Abuja - Official

An official of the FCTA says demolishing the illegal structures was necessary because they constituted nuisance on the road in addition to heavy traffic, especially on their market… Read more »

Nigeria: AGN Prohibits Unnecessary Photographs, Videos At Jnr Pope's Burial

Jnr Pope will be buried in Enugu State. Read more »

Nigeria: Suspected Robber Arrested in Bank With IED After Demanding N100m

The yet unidentified man had approached a teller with a note demanding N100 million Read more »

Nigeria: NNPC Ltd/First E&p Joint Venture Launches 'Impact First' Initiative, Donates Over N50m to NGOs

The 'Impact FIRST' programme is designed to provide much needed support to NGOs that are addressing critical issues ranging from healthcare access, education access, poverty… Read more »

Nigeria: Police Arrest Portable Over Unpaid G-Wagon Debt

Lagos State Police spokesperson Benjamin Hundeyin confirmed Portable's arrest. Read more »

Nigeria: 37-Year-Old Man Arraigned for Allegedly Raping Minor

The court remanded the man in a correctional facility Read more »

Nigeria: Wafu B U17 Championship - Nigeria's Golden Eaglets Pass Age Test

The declaration of eligibility of all 20 players is testimony that the tests conducted on the players by the Nigeria Football Federation before the team's departure were perfect Read more »

Nigeria: Table Tennis - Toriola Speaks On New Coaching Role As Nigerian Players Gun for Glory in Rwanda

Three Egyptians and a Nigerian will slug it out for passage into the final match for the women's singles title, while the semifinal battle in the men's singles will be between… Read more »

Nigeria: Tinubu Expresses Commitment to Removing Barriers to Girl-Child Education

Mr Tinubu described education as the cornerstone of national development, saying, "When girls are empowered to pursue their dreams, communities thrive, economies prosper, and… Read more »

Nigeria: Terrorists Attack Military Camp, Kill Five Soldiers, Injure 11 Others in Katsina

Over 200 terrorists led by a notorious outlaw, Ado Aleiru, attacked the military camp in broad daylight Read more »

Nigeria: Police Arrest Famous Singer for Allegedly Cyberstalking, Harassing Benin Crown Prince

The singer allegedly harassed and cyber-stalked Mr Ewuare for years and has repeatedly published lies against him on her Instagram story since 2020. Read more »

Nigeria: Enugu Govt Establishes Squad to Protect Farmers From Herders' Attack - Official

'The squad are stationed in major farms in the state as well as special agro-processing centres and facilities.' Read more »

Nigeria: Killing of Police Operatives, Otti-Ikpeazu War of Words, Other South-East Top Stories

This is a review of top events which occurred in Nigeria's south-east within the past week Read more »

Nigeria: Fubara Vows to Probe Wike's Administration

Rivers State has been thrown into a protracted political crisis since last year after lawmakers loyal to Nyesom Wike, who is now the FCT minister, initiated a plot to remove… Read more »

Nigeria: How Farmers Can Avoid Losses, Boost Food Production Amid Delayed Rainfall - Experts

Nigeria has been experiencing severe heat waves, with temperatures rising to about 40°C in some parts of the country. Read more »