May 17
Nigeria: Jonathan Advocates Prayers for Nigerian Leaders, Urges Citizens to Work Collectively for Peace
The former president said Nigeria would only attain greatness when citizens speak the truth, even in difficult times. Read more »
Nigeria: 2027 - Constituents Oppose Lawmaker's Fourth Term Bid
The APC members staged a protest at the voting centre in Omu-Aran, where they had gathered for the constituency's primary election. Read more »
Nigeria: 2027 - Makinde-Backed PDP to Screen 3,181 Aspirants Tuesday
"The total number of aspirants expected to be screened are: 2,122 SHOA, 748 HOR, 198 Senatorial, 112 Gubernatorial and 1 Presidential." Read more »
Nigeria: African Championships - Team Nigeria Finishes Strong With Women's 4x400m Gold
The victory capped a strong championship for Team Nigeria, whose biggest successes came largely in relay events. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Claims 29 Medals As African Weightlifting Championships End
The championships, which began on 10 May in Ismailia, Egypt, officially ended on 17 May, with Team Nigeria expected back in the country on Monday. Read more »
Nigeria: Exclusive - Boko Haram Convict Bagged Degree During Life Sentence for Church Bombing - Court Document
Kabiru Umar, also known as Kabiru Sokoto, who was convicted over the 2011 Christmas Day bombing linked to Boko Haram, has earned a Biology degree while serving his prison sentence,… Read more »
Nigeria: Boko Haram Convict Kabiru Sokoto Appeals 2013 Life Sentence for Catholic Church Bombing Near Abuja
Twelve years after Kabiru Umar, alias Kabiru Sokoto, was convicted over the 2011 bombing of St. Theresa Catholic Church in Madalla near Abuja, the suspected Boko Haram member has… Read more »
May 16
Nigeria: Nigeria Police Mourn 17 Officers Killed in Terrorist Attack On Army School
The police officers were undergoing specialised operational training at the military institution when terrorists launched a coordinated assault on the facility. Read more »
Nigeria: Trump Says U.S. Partners With Nigeria to Kill Islamic State Top Commander
Mr Mainok, according to documents obtained from US registers, was specially designated as a "global terrorist" in 2023. Read more »
Nigeria: Just in - Tinubu Confirms Joint Operation With U.S. Killed Isis Commander in Nigeria
The Nigerian leader described the operation as a product of successful partnership with the US. Read more »
Nigeria: Big Brother Naija Is Back - Registration Portal Opens
The audition will be held in Lagos, Abuja and Enugu. Read more »
May 15
Nigeria: How Oil Mafia Fought Hard to Stop My Refinery - Aliko Dangote
Mr Dangote said small groups profited from local product allocations under the subsidy regime and that subsidy payments alone reached nearly $10 billion annually. Read more »
Nigeria: Alleged N36m Fraud - EFCC Arraigns Blessing CEO in Lagos
The latest arraignment adds to a string of controversies that have trailed Blessing CEO on social media in recent years. Read more »
Nigeria: 'Why I Sold My Mansions in the Us, UK' - Aliko Dangote
Dangote, Africa's richest man, also shared insights into his lifestyle choices and disciplined routine. Read more »
Africa: Why China Now Dominates Africa's Business Landscape - Dangote
Africa's richest man, Aliko Dangote, says China has become Africa's dominant business partner because Western countries often fail to provide the financing support needed for… Read more »
Nigeria: 'It Is Better I Remain a Fan' - Dangote Explains Why $20bn Refinery Stopped Arsenal Takeover Dream
The billionaire admitted that prioritising those businesses over football ownership became the only realistic option Read more »
Nigeria: Energy Commission Boss Mustapha Resumes Duties Amid EFCC's Alleged N500bn Fraud Probe
The media office of Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) reportws that the director-general of the agency was arrested. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Crude Oil Output Rises to 1.66 Million Bpd in April
Nigeria's average daily crude oil and condensate production rose to 1.66 million barrels per day in April 2026, driven largely by stronger output from Bonny, Forcados and Bonga… Read more »
Nigeria: Shakira, Burna Boy Release Official 2026 FIFA World Cup Song, 'Dai Dai'
The song was released on Friday via Sony Music Latin. Read more »
Nigeria: Dangote Rejects NNPC's Bid for Bigger Refinery Stake, Pushes for Wider Ownership
Aliko Dangote says he opposed moves by NNPC Limited to increase its stake in the $20 billion Dangote Petroleum Refinery, insisting the company's strategy is to broaden ownership… Read more »
Nigeria: Dangote Targets $100bn Revenue With Fresh $45bn Refinery, LNG Expansion Plan
President of the group, Aliko Dangote, disclosed this during a recent interview with Nicolai Tangen, chief executive officer of the Norwegian Sovereign Wealth Fund. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Police Extradite Romance Scam Suspect to U.S.
"The syndicate reportedly created fake online identities and dating profiles to establish fraudulent emotional relationships with victims." Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Police Dismiss Officers for Kidnapping, Extortion, Robbery
The police described the conduct of the affected officers as "a gross betrayal of the ethics, standards, and professional values of the Nigeria Police Force." Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Mining Data Exists Online, but Communities Most Affected Cannot Access It
While government agencies maintain digital systems intended to support transparency and oversight in the mining sector, many affected communities remain unable to access or use… Read more »
Nigeria: Kebbi Hisbah Arrests Married Woman, Five Others in Hotel Raid, Amid Morality Policing Concerns
The Kebbi State Hisbah said it carried out a raid "at a hotel located behind the Presidential Lodge, where three men and three women were found engaging in immoral acts." Read more »
