July 24, 2023
Nigeria: After 44 Years, Electoral Board Prints Election Materials for First Time in Nigeria
"I am glad to report that the printing of all sensitive and non-sensitive materials for the 2023 General Election was entirely done in Nigeria. This is the first time in 44 years… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Billionaire, Son At War Over Multi-Billion Dollar Family Assets
This is the shocking story of a ferocious battle between Nigerian billionaire Gabriele Volpi and his son, Matteo, over multi-billion dollars family assets Read more »
Africa: Avanti Named Sub-Saharan Africa's Leading Capacity Partner for Second Year Running
Avanti has made a significant commitment to Africa. The company has ambitions to accelerate growth across the region. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Troops Destroy More IPOB Camps, Kill One - Official
The Nigerian army recently resumed an onslaught against suspected IPOB members in the South-south and South-east regions of the country. Read more »
Nigeria: Police Arrest Suspected Boko Haram Members Over Alleged Plot to Attack Atiku
The suspects allegedly confessed to plotting an attack on Atiku and his organisations. Read more »
Nigeria: Amnesty International Demands Identities of #EndSARS Protesters Due for Mass Burial
Isa Sanusi, Amnesty International's director, says the planned mass burial of 103 Endsars victims must be stopped and an investigation into the killings be carried out to prosecute… Read more »
Nigeria: Legislative Agenda - Reps to Use 'Trado-Medicine' to Develop Local Drug Production Capacity
The House says it will prioritise bridging the gap between trado-medicine and local production of drugs to meet its agenda of "healthcare for all." Read more »
Nigeria: Jaye Lo - Davido Bows to Pressure, Deletes Offensive Video
'Jaye Lo', a yet-to-be-released music video by a Davido signee, Logos Olori, released Friday, caused some uproar on social media, especially from the Muslim faithful. Read more »
Nigeria: Design New Framework to Manage Forex Volatility, Group Tells Tinubu Administration
The CPPE says it believes that the Tinubu administration is on the right path and that the current volatility in the foreign exchange market are challenges typically inherent in a… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Petroleum Agency Introduces Four Additional Regulations
The NMDPRA had in March unveiled six regulations that will govern the activities of the sectors Read more »
Nigeria: Kidwaya, Ceec, Alex, 17 Other Housemates Return As Bbnaija All-Stars Begins
The housemates will immerse themselves in the captivating BBNaija experience for 70 days, climaxing on Nigeria's Independence Day, 1 October. Read more »
Nigeria: Panellists to Discuss Digital Culture, Democracy At Unveiling of Book On Cyber Politics
Among prominent personalities who have commented on Cyber Politics and the author is Mr Danbatta. Read more »
July 23, 2023
Nigeria: Special Report - Rising Food Prices Mount Pressure On Nigerians Amidst Poor Purchasing Power
The food items monitored include yam, rice, beans, vegetable oil, palm oil, tomatoes, pepper, maize, onion, and millet. Read more »
Nigeria: Impunity and Human Rights Concerns in Kano's Gale of Demolitions
There is little doubt that the administration of Abdullahi Ganduje was reckless and acted against the public interest... Read more »
Nigeria: Plateau Killings - Hand Over Your Illegally Acquired Weapons or Get Killed, Coas Warns Mangu Residents
The Chief of Army Staff, Taoreed Lagbaja, has warned residents of troubled Mangu Local Government of Plateau State to submit all illegally acquired weapons or risk being killed. Read more »
July 22, 2023
Nigeria: Kole Omotoso - a Giant Gone to Sleep
Professor Omotoso was a member of an endangered specie of African literary giants who gave their lives to the spirit of Afrocentrism. Read more »
July 21, 2023
Nigeria: Nigeria vs Canada - Chiamaka Nnadozie Shows Captain's Performance
Captain Nnadozie made a crucial penalty save, and Demehin and Abiodun were impressive debutants. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria 0-0 Canada - Nnadozie the Hero, As Falcons Get Off to Good Start
Captain Nnadozie helped Falcons secure a draw against Canada by saving a penalty and making several saves and punches in the second half. Read more »
Nigeria: Forged UTME Result - Does JAMB Have the Power to Sanction Mmesoma?
Many commentators, especially on social media, accused JAMB of being the judge in its own court, querying where the examination body derived the power to wield such a big stick. Read more »
Nigeria: Kole Omotoso (1943-2023) - a Chemistry of Fiction and Faction
Within the field of African literature, the famous figure of Professor Kole Omotoso stands out as a luminary, exemplifying extraordinary intellectual acumen, firm ethical… Read more »
July 20, 2023
Nigeria: How Nigeria's $428 Million ICT Project Is Addressing Rural Financial Inclusion
In rural communities across Nigeria, the Nigeria National Information and Communication Technology Infrastructure Backbone (NICTIB) Project drives financial inclusion due to… Read more »
Nigeria: House of Reps Reject Move to Increase Electricity Tariff
The lawmakers said it is insensitive to come up with an increase in electricity tariff at this time when many Nigerians are yet to come to terms with the fuel price increase. Read more »
Nigeria: Agreement Signed to Build Country's First Floating Gas Plant
The NNPCL described the Floating LNG project as a "must-do" initiative for Nigeria Read more »
Nigeria: Revenue Service Plans to Generate U.S.$32 Billion In 2024 - Official
FIRS says it plans to generate N7.5 trillion for the country in the remaining half of 2023. Read more »
Nigeria: Govt Outlines Plans to Boost Nigeria's Culture, Entertainment Economy
The federal government says the creative economy, culture and tourism contribute more to global GDP than oil & gas production. Read more »