Nigeria: Lawmakers Push for Local Health Funding As Global Fund Reduces Aid to Nigeria

Nigeria's allocation under the Global Fund's current grant cycle has been reduced by 11 per cent, dropping from about $970 million to $860 million, according to a former vice chair… Read more »

Nigeria: 2Baba Apologises to Natasha After Viral 'Men Not Built for One Woman' Comment

"... A man can genuinely love a woman completely but still find it difficult to be with only her sexually." Read more »

Nigeria: Zamfara Governor Denies Knowing Kidnap Victim Who Claims to Be His Brother

Yakubu Mohammed"I am Dauda's younger brother," the man, flanked by two heavily armed bandits, responded. "We are biological brothers--the same father and mother." Read more »

Nigeria: Stop Summoning IOCs, NNPC for 'Frivolous' Reasons, Minister Tells Nass

The Minister said frequent and often unnecessary invitations of International Oil Companies (IOCs) and the NNPC by lawmakers could disrupt the oil and gas industry. Read more »

Nigeria: Trial of Ex-Rea Finance Director Stalled Over Hearing Impairment

ICPC had arraigned the former Rural Electrification Agency (REA) official on three counts of diverting N1.84 billion belonging to the agency to personal accounts. Read more »

Nigeria: Atiku-Led Opposition Coalition Adopts ADC to Challenge Tinubu, Appoints Interim Leaders

With the Atiku-led coalition adopting ADC as its platform, the opposition group seems ready to unite and challenge the ruling APC in the 2027 general elections. Read more »

Nigeria: Why I Accepted to Serve As ADC National Secretary - Aregbesola, Ex-Tinubu's Ally

Mr Aregbesola, a former member of the APC, was appointed the ADC national secretary Tuesday night by the Atiku-led coalition against President Tinubu. Read more »

Nigeria: Bright Chimezie Releases 'Because of English' Acoustic Version

The song has enjoyed a commercial resurgence after being sampled by multi-award-winning superstar Davido on his smash hit single 'With You', which features Omah Lay. Read more »

Nigeria: MTN Signs Roaming Agreement With 9mobile

"This agreement represents a significant step in our commitment to driving industry collaboration, improving customer experience, and supporting the NCC's vision of a fully… Read more »

Nigeria: Japaul Gold Reshuffles Board, Gets New Chair

The company said his appointment "brings strong leadership, boardroom depth, and a renewed focus on corporate performance and shareholder value." Read more »

Nigeria: Alleged Internet Fraud - Absence of Prosecution Stalls Trial of 109 Foreigners

The foreigners were arraigned last year on six counts, including involvement in activities said to be threatening the nation's security. Read more »

Nigeria: Garba Shehu to Present Book On Buhari's Administration

Mr Shehu said the book tries to authoritatively document the achievements and some of the historic decisions of the Buhari administration in eight years. Read more »

Nigeria: 2027 - Atiku, David Mark, Secondus, Other PDP Leaders Meet, Urge Opposition Parties to Join Coalition

The PDP leaders described the APC government as a "national disaster" that failed to fulfil its promises and had, instead, deepened hardship for ordinary Nigerians. Read more »

Nigeria: AGF, NBA President, Others Mourn, Pay Tributes to Ex-Chief Judge

Mr Abutu, who served as chief judge of the Federal High Court from September 2009 to March 2011, died at 79 on 3 June. Read more »

Nigeria: Ban On Disposable Cup, Styrofoam Packs, Nylon Bags, Plastic Straws Begins in Lagos

In Lagos and across Nigeria, these banned plastic items are a staple at parties, roadside food stalls, markets, fast-food outlets, joints, roadside vendors, and restaurant. Read more »

Nigeria: INEC to Provide Supplementary Regulations for Election Declaration, Review - Yakubu

Mr Yakubu said the commission was concerned with the various interpretations given to the provision of Section 65 of the Electoral Act 2022 on the review of election results. Read more »

Nigeria: Lagos Assembly Tackles Sanwo-Olu Over Local Government Law

The law applies to chairpersons and vice chairpersons across Lagos' 20 Local Government Areas and 37 Local Council Development Areas. Read more »

Nigeria: Rano Air Speaks On Aircraft Engine Incident in Sokoto

The NCAA Directorate of Airworthiness has mandated that aircraft 5N-BZY remain grounded until the investigation is completed. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria, Saudi Arabia Sign Agreement On Customs Cooperation

"The agreement establishes a formal framework for mutual administrative assistance between the two nations in customs enforcement, classification, valuation, revenue protection,… Read more »

Nigeria: Why Ex-Minister Sirika Split Billion Naira Airport Contract Awarded to Relatives - Witness

The EFCC is prosecuting Mr Sirika, alongside his daughter and her husband on six counts of contract fraud involving N2.8 billion. Read more »

Nigeria: Reps to Probe Nigeria's €1.2m Debt to Oacps

There are reports that Nigeria has struggled to meet its financial obligations consistently, potentially hindering the organisation's operations and the implementation of projects. Read more »

Nigeria: Veteran Actor Tom Njeamanze Battles Prostate Cancer, Colleagues Appeal for Support

Njeamanze, known for his charismatic roles in classic Nigerian films, is one of the familiar faces of Nollywood's golden era. Read more »

Nigeria: Justice for Mohbad - VDM Leaks Audio Recording, Accuses Zlatan of Silence

"I deliberately brought this case back because I see many of you have moved on, which is why our government cannot take us seriously, because we are so quick to move on". Read more »

Chad: What Nigeria, Cameroon Must Do to Stop ISWAP's Expansion in Lake Chad Basin

ISWAP's hunt for resources is eroding the ability of communities in northern Cameroon to withstand economic hardship. Read more »

Nigeria: Dangote Refinery Reduces Petrol Price

The reduction is part of the market's response to recent fluctuations in global crude oil prices. Read more »