Nigeria: Ex-AGF Malami Spends Second Night in EFCC Custody Over Alleged Corruption Allegations

It was Mr Malami's second appearance at EFCC's office for interrogation in less than two weeks, having honoured the commission's initial invitation on 28 November. Read more »

Nigeria: CBN Targets Wider Agricultural Lending As Cardoso Unveils New Acgsf Board

An official described the occasion as "a defining moment, a bold statement of intent that signals a new dawn for agricultural financing in Nigeria." Read more »

Nigeria: WSCIJ Honours Outstanding Investigative Journalists At 2025 Awards

The event celebrated outstanding storytelling across online, print, television, photo and editorial cartoon categories, spotlighting journalists who exposed corruption,… Read more »

Nigeria: Elip-Initiative Applauds Jigawa Pension Payouts, Urges Further Reform

The Exceptional Leadership and Integrity Promotion (ELIP) Initiative commended Governor Umar Namadi for disbursement of terminal and death benefits to retirees and the families of… Read more »

Nigeria: Igbo-Eze South Youths Receive Ai Training At UNN

The 10-day programme, which is funded by Igbo-Eze South Local Government Council, is organised in partnership with UNESCO Country Office, Abuja, and the University of Nigeria,… Read more »

Nigeria: Court Remands Man Who Allegedly Killed Cousin Days After She Accused Him of Rape

PREMIUM TIMES reported that Mr Nwangwu, a member of the Neighbourhood Watch Group, attacked the victim at a pharmacy shop, which resulted in her death. Read more »

Nigeria: FCMB Capital Markets Named Nigeria's Best Corporate Bond House

This award recognises the firm's work in structuring and executing transactions that help businesses grow and supports the further development of Nigeria's capital markets. Read more »

Nigeria: Niger Delta Games - Iyaye Pledges Expanded 2026 Edition At Committees' Inauguration

The former Rivers State Commissioner for Sports then charged members of the Committees to use the next edition of the Niger Delta Games to advance the objectives of putting… Read more »

Africa: Lessons From a Year of Climate Work in Africa

As I step into 2026, my task is to continue building the layers that will create a future where African states can turn their climate commitments into real achievements, and I look… Read more »

Nigeria: Cislac Warns Corruption Driving Insecurity Across Nigeria

CISLAC called for full transparency in procurement, independent audits, stronger legislative oversight, strict disciplinary action for corrupt officers, and improved welfare and… Read more »

Nigeria: Remi Tinubu Posts Cryptic Message After Backlash Over Impolite Gesture Toward Osun Governor

Mrs Tinubu did not directly reference the viral clip, but her remarks were widely viewed as a response to the backlash over the exchange. Read more »

Nigeria: Why Afcon Still Defines African Football, Why Nigeria's Role Refuses to Fade

It is a competition that has outlived governments, eras and football fashions, yet remains the clearest stage on which African nations measure themselves. Read more »

Nigeria: Soyinka Criticises Seyi Tinubu's Large, Armed Security Escorts

Mr Soyinka said he counted at least "15 or so heavily armed to the teeth" security officials who accompanied the president's son at a hotel in Ikoyi, Lagos. Read more »

West Africa: West Africa Is in a State of Emergency - Ecowas President

He said, "Faced with this situation, it is safe to declare that our community is in a state of emergency." Read more »

Burkina Faso: Nigerian Air Force Clarifies Aircraft Landing in Burkina Faso, Says Crew Safe

"NAF crew is safe and have received cordial treatment from the host authorities." Read more »

Nigeria: Coup - Senate Grants Tinubu Permission to Deploy Nigerian Troops to Benin

The approval, granted through a voice vote shortly after the president's letter was read, comes as Nigerian Air Force personnel had already been deployed at the request of Beninese… Read more »

Nigeria: Coup - Tinubu Writes Senate, Seeks Permission to Deploy Nigerian Troops to Benin

President Tinubu's request was contained in a letter read by the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, during the plenary on Tuesday. Read more »

Nigeria: PDP Speaks On Fubara's Defection, Says Governor Suffering From Amnesia Caused By Trauma

PDP spokesperson suggested that Mr Fubara's decision may be linked to trauma-induced amnesia, arising from his political feud with his predecessor, Nyesom Wike. Read more »

Nigeria: Health Workers Extend Nationwide Strike, Accuses Govt of Stalling Salary Adjustment

According to JOHESU, despite the meetings, the Federal Government had yet to issue the enabling circular and salary table required to activate the adjusted CONHESS. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria Must Embrace New, Diversified Funding Models for Education - Shettima

Describing education as the ultimate foundation of national stability and progress, Mr Shettima said that its financing burden could no longer rest on the government alone. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria, Saudi Arabia Seal Defence Pact to Bolster Military Cooperation

The agreement comes as Nigeria confronts multiple security threats and seeks stronger international support to rebuild its defence capabilities. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Lawmakers Summon Aviation Minister, Others Over Exorbitant Flight Ticket Increases

Lawmakers expressed concern that airlines, whose tickets have risen by over 150 per cent on some routes, are exploiting Nigerians who are avoiding insecure road travel. Read more »

Nigeria: Bandits Collect N5m From Kano Community for 16 Kidnapped Persons, but Release Only Two

The bandits reneged on an agreement with the community to free all 16 captives after payment of the ransom. Read more »

Nigeria: Investing in Planetary Health Would Deliver Higher GDP, Fewer Deaths, Less Poverty - UN Report

Environmental degradation claiming millions of lives, costing trillions annually. Read more »

Nigeria: Osun Governor Adeleke Rejects Blame for Jusun Strike, Says Chief Judge Stalled Judiciary

The forum of Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) branches in the state had accused Governor Adeleke and his appointees to the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) of contributing to the… Read more »