Nigeria: More Opposition Politicians Join APC in Ondo

The opposition politicians from the PDP, SDP and AA were formally received into the APC in Akure, the state capital, on Wednesday. Read more »

Nigeria: Senate Confirms Appointment of New Minister

On 22 October, Mr Akpabio read a presidential correspondence requesting the Senate to screen and confirm the nominee. Read more »

Nigeria: Tinubu Decorates Nigeria's New Military Chiefs With New Ranks

The Service Chiefs were decorated on Thursday at the council chambers of the State House, Abuja. Read more »

Nigeria: Macban Urges Kebbi Govt to Arrest, Prosecute Killers of Pastoralists

"The alleged dastardly act simply shows a well-organised campaign to displace pastoralists from their abodes in some parts of Kebbi." Read more »

Nigeria: Several Injured in Lagos Crashes, BRT Bus Involved in One Accident

Lagos authorities have repeatedly urged motorists and commercial operators to exercise caution and adhere to traffic regulations to prevent avoidable accidents. Read more »

Nigeria: Reps Confirm Appointment of New Service Chiefs

The confirmation followed the consideration and adoption of the report of the Ad-hoc Committee on the Screening of Nominees for Appointment as Chief of Defence Staff and Service… Read more »

Nigeria: Names, Profiles of 16 Nigerian Military Officers Detained for Alleged Coup Plot

Some of the officers suspected to be involved in the coup plot include a brigadier general, a colonel, four lieutenant colonels, five majors, two captains, a lieutenant, a… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria Accounts for Highest Global Maternal Deaths From Postpartum Haemorrhage - Research

Ms Galadanchi explained that while PPH occurs in every region, the differences in survival are linked to health system weaknesses, including slow emergency response, shortages of… Read more »

Nigeria: NNPC Limited Seeks Partnership to Revamp Struggling Refineries

"We're repositioning as a commercially driven, transparent energy company serving Nigerians," Mr Ojulari said. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Farmers Seek Govt's Intervention to Curb Post-Harvest Losses

The farmers also noted that the high cost of farm inputs undermines farming activities and further reduces yields. Read more »

Nigeria: Governor Confirms Intention to Dump PDP for APC

Mr Kefas made the declaration on Wednesday during a meeting with APC youth stakeholders at the T.Y. Danjuma House in Asokoro, Abuja Read more »

Nigeria: FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup - Flamingos Coach Apologises for Early Exit

At U-17 level, margins are often shaped by development pathways, not just talent. Europe and South America have built stronger pipelines, and Nigeria is racing to close that gap Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Moves to Resolve ASUU's Grouse, Releases N2.3bn, Other Concessions

Mr Alausa said the disbursements have been released through the Accountant-General of the Federation's (OAGF) office, adding that universities should begin to receive their… Read more »

Africa: Saraki Wins Africa Democracy Award in Nairobi, Dedicates Honour to Odinga

The award was presented to Saraki in Nairobi during a ceremony organised by the African Democratic Union (ADU). Read more »

Nigeria: Reps Canvass Digital Birth, Death Registration in Nigeria

Speaker Abbas Tajudeen said accurate data is the foundation for effective governance and national development. Read more »

Nigeria: Candidates Disown Lawsuit Against Unilag, OAU Over Alleged Post-Utme Irregularities

PREMIUM TIMES had reported how a law firm, F.K. Nnadi and Co., sued UNILAG and OAU over alleged irregularities that shortchanged candidates in their 2025 Post-UTME. Read more »

Nigeria: Production Manager Arrested After Assaulting Colleague On Lagos Movie Set

The NFCC described the incident as inexcusable, unprofessional, and criminal. Read more »

Nigeria: Gov Radda Declares APC North-West Constitution Review Public Hearing in Katsina

The governor called for stronger internal democracy, inclusiveness and party discipline Read more »

Nigeria: Truck Crushes Five to Death in Ondo

The victims were said to be traders who were heading for the popular Ogbese Market, on the outskirts of Akure. Read more »

Nigeria: Has Social Media Corrupted Nigeria's Moral Compass?

Behind the filters and hashtags lies a deeper moral dilemma: the pursuit of virality that has eclipsed the strive for virtue. Read more »

Nigeria: Ogun Govt Lists Completed, Ongoing Projects, Affirms Commitment to Economic Devt

Kayode Akinmade, Special Adviser to Governor Abiodun on Media and Strategy, said the state government's resolve to spread development across the three senatorial districts and 20… Read more »

Nigeria: Service Chiefs' Confirmation, Proof of Excellent Relationship Between Executive, Nass - Tinubu's Aide

The Senate on Wednesday confirmed the appointment of the service chiefs. Read more »

Nigeria: Reps May Confirm Service Chiefs Thursday

The screening followed a formal request by President Bola Tinubu, who earlier on Tuesday transmitted a letter to the House, which was read on the floor by Speaker Abbas Tajudeen. Read more »

Nigeria: Just in - Following Public Outcry, Tinubu Cancels Pardon for Drug Offenders, Kidnappers, Others

The president, however, still pardoned 15 people, including ex-lawmaker Farouk Lawan. Read more »

Nigeria: SSS Arrests Man Over Social Media Post Calling for Coup

The State Security Service (SSS) has reportedly arrested a social media user, Innocent Chukwuma, who made a post on X, calling for a coup. Read more »