June 20, 2023
Nigeria: 'You Can Win Next Time,' LP Reps Member Asks Peter Obi, Others to Support Tinubu
"We must put Nigeria first. Nigeria is more important than anybody." Read more »
Nigeria: How Iyanya Dated Tonto Dikeh, Broke My Heart - Yvonne Nelson
Eight years after their much-publicised breakup, Yvonne Nelson has revealed why her relationship with Iyanya ended in the controversial book released on Sunday. Read more »
Nigeria: The SSS, Its Mandates and Modus Operandi
Consistent attacks on the SSS based on ignorance, unrealised interests and emotional assessments and judgements do the country no good. Read more »
Nigeria: Board Dissolution Order - Health Ministry's Agencies, Parastatals Affected By Tinubu's Directive
All agencies and parastatals under the Ministry of Health are affected by the president's directive. Read more »
Nigeria: Police Spokesman Calls for Famous Skit Maker's Arrest Over Extreme Pranks
The Ibadan-based prankster, who started his career in 2018 by removing the wigs of random women on the streets, currently shares prank videos that feature him pretending to be… Read more »
Nigeria: U.S., Nigeria Partner to Develop Energy Sector
An official said the move is a reflection of President Joe Biden and the U.S. government's commitment to partner with Nigeria. Read more »
Nigeria: Despite Evidence, Kano SSG Denies Saying Government Demolished Monument Because of Christian Symbol
He denied he made the statement during an interview on Channels television on Monday. Read more »
West Africa: EFCC, Ghana's Team Partner Against Financial Crimes in West Africa
The acting chair of the EFCC, Abdulkarim Chukkol, says alliances Ghana's EOCO, and others will be instrumental in combating economic and financial crimes in West Africa. Read more »
Nigeria: NHRC Issues Advisory On Role of Media in Countering Hate Speech
The NHRC issued the advisory as part of activities to mark the 2nd International Day for Countering Hate Speech, which is officially observed on 18 June. Read more »
Nigeria: Airtel Africa Expects Fresh Blow to Financial Performance Amid Nigeria's Forex Market Reforms
Airtel Africa, the continent's unit of New Delhi's telecommunications titan Bharti Airtel, is the biggest company in Nigeria by market value, currently worth N4.8 trillion ($7… Read more »
Nigeria: Cerebral Palsy - 'Mama Ara' Receives Donation After Premium Times' Report
PREMIUM TIMES' report looks into how mothers, as primary caregivers of children with special needs, bear the brunt of caring for this lifelong condition. Read more »
Nigeria: Profile - Air Vice Marshal Hassan Abubakar - Nigeria's New Air Force Chief
Until he was appointed the 22nd Chief of the Air Staff, Mr Abubakar was the Chief of Standards and Operations, at HQ NAF. Read more »
Nigeria: Universities, Polytechnics, JAMB, NUC, Other Education Agencies Affected By Tinubu's Board Dissolution Order
All academic institutions and agencies under the Federal Ministry of Education are affected by the president's sweeping order. Read more »
Nigeria: Police Rescue Nine Girls Used As Sex Slaves in Hotel - Official
The nine girls are within the age bracket of 15 to 23 years, according to the police. Read more »
Nigeria: Heavy Security As Ogun Inaugurates State House of Assembly
The inauguration was called off on 13 June, about three hours before the event Read more »
Nigeria: World Desertification Day - Nigerian Govt, CJID Set to Host Dialogue
In Nigeria, over 70 million people are directly or indirectly experiencing the negative impact of drought and desertification Read more »
Nigeria: NDLEA Secures 59 Convictions in Akwa Ibom Within a Year
The agency appeals to the state government to assist it with utility vehicles. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Social Media Influencers Charging N5m Per Post - Content Creator, Amareginald
"The influencer marketing industry in Nigeria is quite lucrative, and the earning potential for social media influencers largely depends on their influence and reach". Read more »
Nigeria: Profile - Kayode Egbetokun: Nigeria's New Police Chief
The president directed Mr Egbetokun to serve in an acting capacity pending his confirmation in accordance with the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Read more »
Nigeria: Profile - Major General Taoreed Lagbaja: New Head of Nigerian Army
Mr Tinubu appointed Major General Taoreed Lagbaja as the new Chief of Army Staff to replace Farouk Yahaya. Read more »
Niger: Naira Plunges to New Low On I&E Window
Naira plunged on the official market to trade at N770.38 per $1 on Monday Read more »
Nigeria: Boards of 14 Agencies Exempted From Tinubu's Dissolution Order (Full List)
President Bola Tinubu's directive to dissolve the apex decision-making organs of the establishments falls within the ambit "of his Constitutional Powers and in the Public… Read more »
Nigeria: Lawyer Forwards to SSS Names of New Doctors to Visit Nnamdi Kanu
There has been controversy concerning Mr Kanu's medical treatment. Read more »
Nigeria: Govt Gives Vessel Owners Six Months for Tax Compliance, Account Reconciliation
The decision was made following an interactive session involving key parties, including oil and gas regulators, the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), the Federal… Read more »
Nigeria: Economy 360 - Fashola, Dangote Refinery, and Nigeria's 'Pathetic' Free Trade Zones
" ... the reality isn't different in many other parts of the world where the free trade zones scheme has recorded success and aided economic development. Read more »