July 28
Nigeria: Adapting Nigerian Universities for the Modern World
Modernising the curriculum is not just about keeping up with global trends but also about addressing the unique challenges faced by Nigeria and the broader African continent. Read more »
Nigeria: The River Benue - Nigeria and Its National Development
The "mother of waters," as River Benue is often called, has historically served as a suitable source from which many ethnic groups and societies have drawn their identities from… Read more »
July 27
Niger: One Year After Niger Coup, What Has Changed
Deposed President Mohamed Bazoum of Niger is still being detained by the putschists. Read more »
Nigeria: Court Convicts 125 Terrorism Suspects in Mass Trial
AGF said that 85 individuals were convicted for financing terrorism, 22 for ICC-related crimes, and the remaining defendants for various terrorism offences. Read more »
Nigeria: Mass Transit - FCDA Owns Only 84 Buses but Few Are Functional - - Official
'The Abuja AUMTCO has been somewhat epileptic, really. Because as we speak, I think they have only about 84 buses, and most of the buses are not working," the official said. Read more »
Nigeria: Updated - Nigerian Senator, Ifeanyi Ubah, Is Dead
The senator died in London on Friday. Read more »
July 26
Nigeria: Why We Support Upcoming Protest Against Tinubu Government - Afenifere Faction's Spokesperson
The Afenifere faction says the planned protest is an organic reaction to the government's failed economic policies. Read more »
Nigeria: Governor Commissions N250 Million Facility Donated to University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital
The Batuli Ajiferuke Shagaya Burn Intensive Care Unit in the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital (UITH) is named after the mother of the donor of the facility Read more »
Nigeria: Dialogue Should Be Prioritised Over Street Protests'
Aremu proposes dialogue as an alternative to “leaderless protests”, adding that “protests without clear-cut agenda are destroying countries like Sudan and Kenya,… Read more »
Nigeria: How Police Allegedly Raided Abuja Hotel, Arrested, Extorted Money From Staff, Guests
"They raided eight of our staff and even three barristers that came there to watch football. They broke our entrance door, which was a security door," the Human Resources Manager… Read more »
Nigeria: Dangote Cement's Half-Year Profit Slightly Higher Despite Record Revenue
Worth N5.4 trillion in total assets, the cement maker opened trade on Friday in Lagos at a market capitalisation of N11.2 trillion. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Economy On Path of Recovery, I'm Not Afraid of Protests - Tinubu
President Tinubu said his administration will do more to meet the needs of Nigerians. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Provides More Information On Proposed Livestock Ministry
Controversy has traced the proposal to create a livestock ministry since the president first hinted at it on 9 July. Read more »
Nigeria: Album Review - Rema Pushes Boundaries in 'Heis' but Struggles With Cohesion
Despite its standout moments, the album's thematic inconsistency and production similarities prevent it from achieving its full potential. Read more »
Nigeria: Why the Federal Ministry of Livestock Must Be Stillborn
While the seriousness and urgency of tackling livestock-related problems in the country are unquestionable, the solution is NOT in creating a federal ministry. Read more »
Nigeria: Rapper Sinzu Speaks On Us Federal Prison Experience
Sinzu's career dipped after he was incarcerated in the Ada County Jail, United States, in 2017 for grand theft fraud and stealing $15,388. Read more »
Nigeria: Jigawa Announces Date for Local Government Elections
JISIEC announced 5 October as the date for elections in the 27 local government elections. Read more »
July 25
Nigeria: Nancy Isime Slammed for Wearing Hijab in Heist Movie
The movie's set photos depicts women in hijabs and face veils brandishing guns during a bank heist, sparking widespread outrage. Read more »
Nigeria: Warning On Impending Flash Flood in Rivers
Thirteen local government areas in the state will experience flash flooding between now and November, NEMA said. Read more »
Nigeria: Death Toll Rises in Another Lagos Building Collapse
At least 22 buildings collapsed across Nigeria between 1 January and 14 July; with Lagos accounting for over a quarter of them. Read more »
Nigeria: Investigation - How Nigerian Authorities Detained Terrorism Financing Suspects for 16 Months Without Trial
PREMIUM TIMES reviewed 'top-secret' government documents and interviewed dozens of the illegally detained suspects. Read more »
Nigeria: Senate Panel to 'Expose' Importers of Adulterated Fuel
The committee also said it would investigate the reasons behind the failure of the nation's refineries to commence operation despite huge funds allocated to them yearly. Read more »
Nigeria: #endbadgovernance Protest - We're Not Involved in Impending Oro Festival - Lagos Govt
In a tweet by Lagospedia on X on Wednesday, titled, 'Public Announcement,' the unsigned statement informed Lagos residents and visitors of the impending Oro festival. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Pledges More Weapons, Training, Personnel for Nigeria Police
Mr Tinubu said Nigeria had witnessed a rise in threats posed by cybercriminals, online financial fraudsters and cyber terrorists. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Inflation Rate Exaggerated, Says APC National Secretary Basiru
The National Secretary of APC made the claim when confronted with NBS' latest data on Nigeria's inflation on the Channels Television's primetime show, 'Politics Today', on… Read more »