September 19, 2023
Nigeria: Diphtheria Worsening in Borno, Bauchi, Kano States - MSF
The disease is spreading fast in Borno, Bauchi and Kano States. Read more »
Nigeria: Fresh Hurdle for Tobi Amusan As AIU Files Appeal At CAS
Just as she has defeated her challengers in major hurdles competitions in recent years, Tobi Amusan will now hope to clear the AIU appeal hurdle. Read more »
September 18, 2023
Nigeria: Tinubu's 100 Days in Office, and Facing the Realities Thereafter
President Tinubu should urgently stimulate the economy for the creation of jobs and forget the recent National Bureau of Statistics' reformulation of Nigeria's unemployment figure… Read more »
Nigeria: Gunmen Kidnap Catholic Priest, Six Others
The kidnappers are reportedly demanding N100 million ransom. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Troops Kill More Suspected IPOB Members in South-East
Some police operatives took part in the operation, the army said. Read more »
Nigeria: Govt, Labour Congress Meeting Ends in Deadlock
Another meeting has been scheduled for a later date. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Appoints Ex-FCT Minister Modibbo, Fasua, 16 Others As Shettima's Aides
The statement said the new appointees will support the "Renewed Hope" agenda of the federal government. Read more »
Nigeria: Governor Orders Crackdown As Police Confirm Eight Dead in Ogun Cult Clashes
Governor Abiodun directed the police and sister security agencies to deal ruthlessly and decisively with those disturbing the peace in Sagamu. Read more »
Nigeria: MohBad - Lawyer Writes Lagos Govt, Calls for Coroner's Inquest
The lawyer has called for a corner's inquest to determine the cause and circumstances of Mohbad's death. Read more »
Nigeria: Industry-Based Research By Nigerian Academics Will Receive Tinubu's Support - Minister
The minister asked members of the academic community to see research beyond promotion and career advancement. Read more »
Nigeria: Guinness World Record - Nigerian Marathoner Reader Hits 145 Hours Target
When certified by the Guinness World Records, Mr Obot would have beaten a previous record of 124 hours set in September 2022 by a Kyrgyzstan, Rysbai Isakov, in Bursa, Turkey. Read more »
Nigeria: Oyo Kingmakers Split Over Appointment of New Alaafin
The Alaafin of Oyo throne has been vacant nearly 18 months after Oba Lamidi Adeyemi's death, despite the Oyomesi unanimously recommending Lukman Gbadegesin to Governor Seyi Makinde… Read more »
Nigeria: How TC Records Has Denied Me Royalties for Over 14 Years - Durella
Durella is not affiliated with any record label, but his songs continue to garner streams across various music platforms, with royalties paid to his ex-label boss. Read more »
Nigeria: Document, Court Judgment Show New Alaafin Selected By Oyo Kingmakers
When contacted, the Bashorun of Oyo, Yusuf Akinade, confirmed the process has been concluded. Read more »
Nigeria: One Hospitalised As Buildings Collapse in Lagos
The buildings collapsed as a result of ageing and poor maintenance on the part of the owners, officials say. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Arrives New York for First UN General Assembly Outing
Mr Tinubu arrived at the JF Kennedy International Airport in New York at about 6:45 p.m. local time on Sunday. Read more »
Nigeria: Why I Ordered Oyo Obas to Stand - Obasanjo
The Oluwo of Iwo rebuked Mr Obasanjo for his controversial "stand up order" directed at Oyo monarchs. Read more »
Nigeria: Governor Imposes Curfew On Feuding Osun Communities
Governor Adeleke imposes the curfew on Ilobu and Ifon towns Read more »
Niger: #Under30EntrepreneursinNigeria - What Drove Me Into Wig-Making Business - 25-Year-Old Orinate
"I feel doing business in Nigeria can be challenging for young entrepreneurs because there is little or no support from the government." Read more »
Nigeria: Table Tennis - Nigeria's Aruna Quadri Successfully Defends African Title
Aruna, who is the tournament's number-one seed, overwhelmed Saleh in the final clash with a convincing 4-0 win. Read more »
September 17, 2023
Nigeria: Tinubu Appoints Two New Ministers
The new appointees were announced by the president's spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale. Read more »
Nigeria: Despite Laws, Underage Home Helps Go Through Horrifying Experiences in Nigeria
Some stakeholders expressed concern over the rise in young children being engaged as home helps due to the prevailing economic challenges. Read more »
Nigeria: Mambilla Hydropower Project Saga - Ex-Minister Accuses Obasanjo of Distortion of Facts
Former minister Olu Agunloye says former President Obasanjo lied by claiming his government did not award the $ 6 billion contract for the Mambilla power project Read more »
Nigeria: Air Strikes Destroy Over 30 Illegal Oil Refining Sites in Rivers
"These efforts will be sustained in these locations and others until oil thieves and their accomplices desist from their illegal activities." Read more »
Nigeria: Five Pregnant Girls Rescued From Suspected Child Traffickers
The girls claimed they did not know the men who impregnated them, according to a statement from the NDLEA. Read more »