August 15, 2023
Nigeria: Group Asks INEC to Separate Presidential, National Assembly Election Dates
"The practice of holding elections for legislative and executive positions is most likely to result in choosing lawmakers along the lines of a bandwagon trend instead of adequate… Read more »
West Africa: Niger Coup - President Tinubu Welcomes Central African States Support for ECOWAS
Mr Tinubu reinforced the position of the regional body not to accept any attempt by the military junta in Niger to intimidate and harass President Mohamed Bazoum. Read more »
Nigeria: Why We Gave ABU N1bn to Pay Electricity Debt - Govt
"...we had to bail out Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, with about N1 billion to pay its electricity bill. The school just resumed academic sessions because they were in darkness." Read more »
Nigeria: Gunmen Kill Secondary School Teachers, Injure Vice Principal in Plateau
The group accused Fulani herders of killing the teachers, explaining that the herders opened fire on the school staff when they were asked to leave the school compound while the… Read more »
Nigeria: Why Universities Are Increasing Fees - Ministry of Education
The ministry says the institutions are introducing fees to cover the cost of accommodation and utilities. Read more »
Nigeria: Police Arrest Six People for Allegedly Booing Kano Emir
The suspects on Sunday booed the Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado-Bayero, at an event and also called for his replacement with the deposed emir, Muhammadu Sanusi. Read more »
West Africa: Niger Coup - Ecowas Parliament Wants More Dialogue, Supports Sanctions
"While we are pushing for democracy, we (ECOWAS) should also begin to re-examine our relationship with the West..." Read more »
Niger: 2023 Elections - Ogun PDP, APC Trade Words Over Another Police Report
On Monday, a police report emerged from an investigation of a petition received from the PDP accusing Governor Abiodun and the APC of electoral violence, ballot box snatching and… Read more »
Nigeria: Govt Seeks to Withdraw Firearms Possession Charge Against Emefiele
Mr Mohammed told journalists that they "will probably come back with more charges, more counts" against the suspended bank chief. Read more »
Nigeria: Gas Suppliers Task Govt On Fixing Bad Roads, Modular Refineries
An official noted that flooding has ravaged many parts of the highways, causing delays for gas suppliers. Read more »
Nigeria: Reps Panel Queries JAMB Over Secret Recruitment
The paneĺ noted that by the documents available to the committee, JAMB had been recruiting without following the due process of advertisement, shortlisting and interview of… Read more »
Nigeria: Witnesses Provide Reps Panel With Evidence Linking FCC Commissioners to Job Racketeering
The witnesses presented bank statements and oral evidence linking aides of different commissioners in the FCC to job racketeering. Read more »
Senegal/Mali: FIBA Olympic Pre-Qualifying Tournament - D'Tigers Target Victory Over Mali After Defeat Against Senegal
Having failed to qualify for the World Cup, D'Tigers are keen to return to the Olympic Games in Paris Read more »
August 14, 2023
Nigeria: WHO Red List Fails to Stem Exodus of Health Workers From Nigeria, Others
The Nigerian Association of Nurses and Midwives has reported that Nigeria now has a nurse-to-patient ratio of one nurse to about 1,160 patients, whereas the OECD average is one… Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Committed to Peaceful Restoration of Democracy in Niger Republic - Presidency
ECOWAS ordered the activation and deployment of its standby force to restore constitutional order in Niger. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Authorities Postpone Resumption of Football League 2023/2024
The IMC had originally scheduled 26 August as the NPFL kickoff date for the 2023/24 season but it has now been postponed. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu 'Very Concerned' About Naira Exchange Rate, Meets Central Bank Governor
At the meeting, both men discussed what "could be done to stabilize" the Nigerian currency and how to "improve the liquidity in the market." Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Air Force Airstrikes Hit Oil Thieves, Militants, Others
Mr Gabkwet said that airstrikes were targeted at the nefarious activities of oils thieves which had continued to affect the general environment of the region as well as the oil… Read more »
Niger: Niger Needs Deeper Mediation Diplomacy, Not Military Intervention
Niger is one of the poorest countries in the world, a victim of a callous history and geography. Read more »
Nigeria: Lagos Assembly Screens 20 Out of 39 Commissioner Nominees
The 20 nominees were screened despite concerns shown by lawmakers and an Islamic group. Read more »
Nigeria: Sanwo-Olu Appoints Six 'Non-Cabinet' Special Advisers
The special advisers will serve in various capacities across ministries. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian University Students Protest Against Alleged Sexual Harassment By Top Official
The university authority said they would investigate the allegations. Read more »
Nigeria: Kaduna Govt Partners Google to Empower 5000 Women in Tech Skills
"The initiative will serve four key semi-urban and rural communities in Kaduna State. " Read more »
Nigeria: BB Naija - All-Stars Jury Evicts Uriel From Season 8
Uriel's journey ended unexpectedly, with emotions running high and setting social media on fire. Read more »
Nigeria: Militants Kill One, Abduct Seven Others in Fresh Zamfara Attack
The abductees include a retired civil servant, a prince, and a married woman. Read more »