November 09, 2023
Nigeria: Security, INEC's Impartiality, Other Factors to Determine Success of Bayelsa, Kogi, Imo Elections
Not less than 18 candidates cleared by INEC will contest the governorship election in Kogi, 17 in Imo and 16 in Bayelsa. Read more »
Nigeria: Russia-Ukraine Crisis Affecting Nigeria's Crude Inflow - NNPCL
An official noted that the challenges are fast becoming a thing of the past with the introduction and implementation of a new framework for the domestic petroleum industry Read more »
Nigeria: FRSC Deploys 1500 Personnel for Bayelsa, Kogi, Imo Governorship Polls
Mr Biu warned the FRSC personnel deployed to play an active role in the democratic exercise to exhibit the highest sense of professionalism. Read more »
Nigeria: Court Stops Sale of Novare, Shoprite Malls in Nigeria
Novare is the owner of some retail malls, including Shoprite malls, across Nigeria. Read more »
Nigeria: Imo Governorship - 18 Political Parties Sign Peace Accord
"So, it is absolutely right for every voter to come out to ensure that they vote for the candidate of their choice so that we get the right people to represent us." Read more »
Nigeria: Zamfara Govt Accuses Matawalle of Wasting Billion On Abandoned Hotel Project
The Zamfara government says Mr Matawalle approved over 90% of contract sum but the contractor failed to deliver. Read more »
Nigeria: Staff of Consulting Firm Allegedly Caught Demanding Bribe From Civil Servant
The Prime Gate Consultant was contracted by the Jigawa State government to capture the Bio-data of civil servants. Read more »
Nigeria: Ikorodu Crusade - Pastor Ashimolowo Donates Relief Items to Over 3,000 Persons, Funds Surgical Operations
Last week, the cleric told journalists of his plans to hold a first-of-its-kind crusade in the Igbogbo area of Ikorodu, Lagos State, where he would distribute relief materials to… Read more »
November 08, 2023
Nigeria: Court Grants Ex-Central Bank Governor Emefiele Bail
The court had repeatedly ordered the EFCC, which recently took custody of Mr Emefiele from the State Security Service (SSS), to either produce him in court or release him. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Govt to Sign Direct Flight Agreement With Algeria
"Nigeria has always had a Bilateral Air Service Agreement with Algeria (BASA) for decades, however, they have not taken advantage of the agreement," the minister said. Read more »
Nigeria: Senate to Probe Admission Fraud in Varsities, Polytechnics
The lawmakers noted that authorities of some higher institutions are using admission to exploit and frustrate intelligent students. Read more »
Nigeria: Zungeru Hydropower Plant to Begin Operation November - Minister
"Zungeru hydropower is ready. The concession has also been approved by Mr President. So we will start operating Zunger probably before the end of this month," Mr Adelabu said. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Signs 2023 Supplementary Budget of N2.1trn
President Tinubu commended the National Assembly for its expeditious consideration and budget approval. Read more »
Nigeria: Guinness World Records - Nigerians Troll Hilda Baci's Successor
Mr Fisher, on Tuesday, unseated Nigeria's Hilda Baci to take the Guinness World Record for the longest cooking marathon. Read more »
Nigeria: Kannywood Musicians Visit Buhari, Pledge Loyalty Despite Rarara's 'Betrayal'
The delegation was led by famous singer, Ali Jita. Read more »
Nigeria: NNPCL, Aiteo Launch New Crude Oil Grade
The Nembe crude was previously blended with the popular Bonny Light grade and exported via the Bonny oil & gas terminal. Read more »
Nigeria: Crude Oil Theft, Pipeline Vandalism Pose National Emergency Challenge - NEITI
"We recommended that the government urgently put in place a revised national policy on gas utilisation," the statement said. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Opens e-Passport Offices in Five European Countries
The Minister of Interior says that the enhanced e-passport will significantly reduce processing delays in Europe. Read more »
Nigeria: Bayelsa2023 - No Vote Will Be Recorded for Polling Units With Violence - INEC
"Where there is violence, it will be zero," the INEC chair said in Yenagoa, the Bayelsa State capital. Read more »
Nigeria: Why Mohbad's Father Dislikes Me - Widow Testifies
Mohbad's widow said her relationship with her father-in-law went awry shortly after she gave birth to her son, Liam. Read more »
Nigeria: MDC23 - CJID Set to Host Media Development Conference
"At least 250 delegates, including journalists, media experts, technologists, academics, and policymakers drawn from within and outside Nigeria are expected for the in-person… Read more »
Nigeria: Senate to Probe Alleged Lopsided Recruitment By Federal Civil Service Commission
The Senate noted that the commission has deviated from the federal character principle that ensured equity and fairness to all parts of the country. Read more »
November 07, 2023
Nigeria: Hilda Baci Dethroned As Record-Holder for Longest Cooking Marathon
This is coming barely five months after Hilda Baci set a new Guinness World Record. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Appoints Three Executive Commissioners for Nigeria's Petroleum Regulator
The new appointees have to be confirmed by the Senate. Read more »
Nigeria: Senate Seeks Installation of Cameras, Scanners At Nigerian Borders to Curb Smuggling
The Senate also called for the lifting of the 20 kilometres ban on sales of petroleum products in border communities. Read more »