Nigeria: Sokoto Govt Introduces Allowances for Imams, Monthly Cash Allocations to Mosques

Sokoto governor says his administration places Islamic propagation as a top priority, ranking second only to security in his Nine-point Smart Agenda. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria's Gas Production Rises to 7.59 Billion SCFD As Flaring Drops - NUPRC

Gas flaring is the burning off of associated gas that comes together with oil during production. Read more »

Nigeria: Silent Struggles - Nigerian Women Turn to Contraceptives to Ease Menstrual Distress

According to experts, using contraceptives for menstrual purposes has been linked to the risk of cervical cancer when used for longer periods and have also been linked with some… Read more »

Africa: Africa CDC, WHO Unveil Continental Plan to Eliminate Cholera

The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) and the World Health Organisation (WHO) Africa region, in collaboration with African Union Member States, have… Read more »

Nigeria: NPFL Roundup - Bayelsa United, Warri Wolves Take Early Lead

The biggest talking point of the round came in Jos, where Katsina United stunned Plateau United 2-1. Read more »

Nigeria: Dangote Cement - Phyna Confirms Sister's Death

"The funeral arrangement will be communicated to the public in due course." Read more »

Morocco/Madagascar: Morocco Clinch Historic Third CHAN Title After Dramatic Win Over Madagascar

The victory cements Morocco's dominance in CHAN history, adding to their triumphs in 2018 and 2020 Read more »

Nigeria: Tinubu's Campaign Coordinator Quits APC, Says Forum

Kabiru Marafa, a former senator who represented Zamfara Central Senatorial District between 2011 and 2019, announced his resignation in a communique issued on Friday by his… Read more »

Nigeria: NNPC Requires $60 Billion Investment to Boost Oil, Gas, Refining Capacity - Ojulari

Mr Ojulari said the NNPC Ltd will continue its reforms to ensure development in the energy sector. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Government Introduces New Medium-Term Strategy Towards Achieving $1 Trillion Economy

The new medium-term strategy is proposed as the second stage of a broader economic strategy, whose first phase (National Development Plan), running from 2021 through 2025, will end… Read more »

Nigeria: When Governor 'Walked an Hour to Reach' Village Scene of Katsina Massacre

On Wednesday, Governor Dikko Radda visited Mantau village where bandits killed 25 persons and burnt down at least 20 houses. Read more »

Nigeria: Kebbi Govt Appoints New Emir of Zuru

Governor Nasir Idris approved the appointment on Thursday Read more »

Nigeria: Continuous Voter Registration - Adc Faults INEC Data

The ADC also asked INEC to urgently conduct and publish a full forensic audit of the first-week CVR data and provide a state-by-state breakdown of both physical and online… Read more »

Nigeria: Osun Govt Enrols Inmates Into Health Insurance Scheme

Mr Adeleke said his administration does not discriminate based on political affiliation, tribe, religion, or gender Read more »

Nigeria: Strike - Nigerian Govt Reviewing Draft Agreement With ASUU - Minister

The education minister said the government is committed to industrial peace on the nation's campuses. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Charges Nine Suspects in Connection With Benue Attacks

The charges also include planning and being part of preparation for acts of terrorism, carrying out reprisals and illegal buying and selling of firearms. Read more »

Nigeria: Now That We Know There Is No More Corruption in Nigeria!, By Jibrin Ibrahim

The highlight of President Tinubu's visit to Brazil was the announcement by our Oga that there is no corruption any more in Nigeria today. He claimed that: "The reforms I've… Read more »

Africa: World Cup Qualifiers - Broos Names South Africa's 23-Man Squad for Nigeria, Lesotho Clashes

With the margins tightening and two defining fixtures ahead, Broos' men know their World Cup destiny hinges on Bloemfontein Read more »

Equatorial Guinea: Equatorial Guinea Sextapes - Baltasar Engonga Bags Eight-Year Jail Term

Engonga, whose explicit sex tapes with multiple women went viral in 2024, has made headlines repeatedly. Read more »

Nigeria: Govt Raises Alarm Over Nigeria's Triple Burden of Malnutrition

She highlighted that most Nigerian diets, dominated by calorie-rich but nutrient-poor staples such as maize, cassava, and rice, lack essential vitamins and minerals Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Winger Boniface Muchiri Earns Military Promotion After CHAN Heroics

The Ulinzi Stars captain, who featured prominently for the Harambee Stars at the CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024, has risen from the rank of Senior Private to Corporal Read more »

Nigeria: 2027 - APC Says Presidential Ticket Open Despite Tinubu's Endorsement

"The aspiration of the people would be the wish of the party. Yes, the National Working Committee (NWC), state organs, and many zones have endorsed President Tinubu. But that does… Read more »

Nigeria: Agusto & Co. Projects 19 Percent Profit Fall for Nigerian Banks in 2025

It projected a 19.2 per cent drop in profit before tax in 2025 Read more »

Nigeria: Gov Radda Meets Katsina, Daura Royal Fathers, Upgrades Salaries for District Heads

The governor also approved 20 million for graveyard renovationin each LGA bringing it to N680 million for the entire 34 local government areas Read more »

Nigeria: NBA President Gives Condition for Rivers to Host Next Conference

Originally scheduled for Port Harcourt, Rivers State, the NBA moved the conference to Enugu State in protest against the emergency rule declared in the South-South state. Read more »