Nigeria: NLC Reacts to Latest Hike in Petrol Price

The recent hike in pump price of petrol comes after the NNPC decided to terminate its exclusive purchase agreement with Dangote Refinery. Read more »

Nigeria: Fuel Price Hits N998 At NNPC Outlets in Lagos - N1,030 in Abuja

The recent development comes after the NNPC decided to terminate its exclusive purchase agreement with Dangote Refinery. Read more »

Nigeria: World Universities Ranking - Top 10 Universities in Nigeria

The number of Nigerian universities in the top spot has decreased for the third consecutive year. Read more »

Nigeria: World University Ranking - Only One Nigerian Institution Makes Top 1,000 List

Since 2019, Covenant, a private university, has consistently featured in the top 1,000 spot. Read more »

Nigeria: Repentant Boko Haram Fighters Escape With Govt Rifles, Motorcycles

The escapees are among thousands of former Boko Haram fighters and their families who had surrendered to the government. Read more »

Nigeria: Senate Asks Govt to Declare State of Emergency On Girl-Child Protection, Welfare

The Senate also asked the government to domesticate laws that would promote the eradication of female genital mutilation and ensure protection of the girl-child. Read more »

Nigeria: How Emefiele Implemented Naira Redesign Policy Bypassing Required Approvals - Witness

The EFCC claimed that between October 2022 and March 2023, Mr Emefiele illegally approved the printing of currency--specifically the N1,000, N500, and N200 denominations--without… Read more »

Nigeria: Appeal Court Upholds Sack of PDP Reps Member in South-East, Declares LP Candidate Elected

The sacked lawmaker emerged as a winner in a rerun election in the constituency in February, which was ordered after the Court of Appeal in Lagos nullified the LP candidate's… Read more »

Nigeria: New Petrol Prices Take Effect As NNPC Quits Off-Taker Role

The recent development comes after the NNPC decided to terminate its exclusive purchase agreement with Dangote Refinery. Read more »

Nigeria: NCC Begins Pre-Enforcement Action On Starlink Over Price Hike

"The decision by Starlink to unilaterally review their subscription packages upwards did not receive the approval of the Nigerian Communications Commission. Read more »

Nigeria: Minister Speaks On Claim Directing NNPC to Stop Refinery Operations

Mr Lokpobiri said the statement does not represent his position as the minister overseeing the oil sector, nor does it reflect the stance of the federal government. Read more »

Nigeria: Lagos Boat Mishap - Two Passengers Still Missing - Official

The agency said no passenger manifest was filled to confirm the authenticity of the number of passengers aboard the boat. Read more »

Nigeria: #EndBadGovernance - These Three Men Say They Criticised August Protest Yet Became Treason Suspects

The three avowed critics of the #EndBadGovernance protest arrested in Kaduna narrate their journeys to becoming treason suspects through apparently harmless social media… Read more »

Nigeria: Fubara Inaugurates Panel to Probe Post-Election Violence in Rivers

Mr Fubara said he would not turn away while "ill-guided youths and sponsored thugs turn the state into a theatre of violence". Read more »

Nigeria/Ghana: Nigeria, Ghana Renew Rivalry in CHAN Qualifiers

The Nigeria-Ghana rivalry is expected to produce an electrifying two-legged affair, with both teams vying for a spot in the prestigious tournament. Read more »

Nigeria: Three Nigerians Offer Lifeline to Ailing Football Legend Peter Fregene

Renowned sports journalist and former Nigerian international Segun Odegbami shared the update, expressing gratitude for the generosity. Read more »

Nigeria: Burna Boy - Speed Darlington Released On Bail After Five-Day Detention

In a contentious video, Speed Darlington allegedly mocked Burna Boy's association with American rapper Diddy, who the FBI arrested on multiple charges, including sexual… Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: Nigeria, DRC, Burundi Most Affected in Ongoing Mpox Outbreak

The data from 1 January to 29 September shows that Nigeria comes third with 78 confirmed cases with no death. Read more »

Nigeria: Court Softens Bail Conditions Imposed On Defendants in #endbadgovernance Protest Trial

The defendants have struggled since last to meet the bail conditions set by the trial court where they face baffling treason charges in connection with the August #EndBadGovernance… Read more »

Africa: $20m Democracy Fund Launched in West Africa Amid Surge in Pro-Military Sentiment

The fund is intended to support West African states currently facing various democratic challenges. Read more »

Nigeria: Mpox - Nigeria Records Six New Confirmed Cases

According to NCDC, the states affected in the reporting week are Plateau, Delta, FCT, Katsina and Imo. Read more »

Nigeria: Jigawa Begins Processing Sesame, Fumigating Hibiscus for Exportation

The Jigawa State Government and the Nigeria Export Promotion Council (NEPC) collaborate to upscale commercial production of sesame and hibiscus by farmers in the state for local… Read more »

Nigeria: Flood Kills Pregnant Women, One Other in Ebonyi - Official

"The flood also affected 12 schools, six houses and 45 shops at the Abakaliki Building Material Market." Read more »

Nigeria: Senate Urges Ministry of Power to Restore Electricity in Ondo Communities Ravaged By Flood

About 13 communities in Ondo State were ravaged by flood following a heavy rainfall last Friday. Read more »

Nigeria: What Petrol May Cost Across Nigeria As NNPC Quits Off-Taker Role

As NNPC withdraws as a middleman for Dangote Refinery petrol, the price of petrol at fuel stations in Lagos may rise to N991.21 per litre, N1,040.31 in Kano, and N1,007.35 in… Read more »