Nigeria: Insecurity - Security Chiefs, Experts Urge Improved Collaboration With Nigerian Neighbours

"There is need for a paradigm shift from a theoretical approach to insecurity to a more robust/inclusive practical approach." Read more »

Africa: Road to 2026 World Cup - Africa's Qualifying Story So Far

The nine group winners will qualify automatically for the FIFA World Cup 2026. The four best runners-up will then compete for one place at the FIFA Play-Off Tournament. Read more »

Nigeria: U.S. to Stop Funding Gavi, Nigeria, Others May Suffer From Implications

"If we don't get US support, that translates into 1.2 million deaths over the next five years." Read more »

Nigeria: Atiku Denies Collecting Money From Sanwo-Olu for 2023 Election Campaign

He said that the report had claimed that Mr Sanwo-Olu had made available to Atiku money purportedly belonging to Lagos. Read more »

Nigeria: Reps Pass Bill to Set Age-Limit for President, Governors

If enacted, the bill would render prominent politicians such as President Bola Tinubu, Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, Rabiu Kwankwaso, and others ineligible to contest the 2027… Read more »

Nigeria: Adamawa Govt Confirms Rabies Outbreak, Plans Mass Pet Vaccination

Mr Maksha also mentioned that the ministry is awaiting the governor's approval to launch a statewide vaccination campaign for all pets, particularly cats, in the state Read more »

Nigeria: Ned Nwoko Tackles Critics, Announces Regina's Third Pregnancy

The announcement comes after weeks of speculation about possible discord in their marriage, fuelled by various social media activities. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Govt, UN Launch Third SDGs-Focussed Short Film Challenge

The winning film will receive prizes, global exposure, and additional opportunities. Read more »

Nigeria: 555 People Killed in Nigeria's Tanker Explosions in Five Years - FRSC

"The most horrifying aspect of this menace is the scooping of fuel by the citizenry when tanker crashes or spillages occur." Read more »

Nigeria: Kidnapped Catholic Priest Released - Official

The release of the Catholic priest occurred about three days after his kidnap. Read more »

Nigeria: Tinubu Launches Campaign to Eliminate HIV/Aids, Syphilis, Hepatitis

Mrs Tinubu referenced data from the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, which revealed that in 2024, over 100,000 children and nearly two million adults were living with… Read more »

Nigeria: Kaduna APC Woman Leader Dumps El-Rufai, Pledges Loyalty to Gov Sani

Maryam, who was recently pardoned by the party, expressed her gratitude by describing Mr Uba as a compassionate leader. Read more »

Nigeria: EFCC Arrests 37 Suspected Internet Fraudsters in Ilorin

EFCC said eight luxury cars, smartphones and high-end laptop computers were recovered from the suspects Read more »

Nigeria: Ado Bayero Cancels Kano Durbar Procession Plan, Gives Reasons

Earlier, Mr Ado-Bayero and Lamido Sanusi announced their plans for Sallah durbar processions which raised concerns of possible clash between the supporters of the two rival emirs. Read more »

Nigeria: Yobe Govt Speaks On Alleged Boko Haram Eviction Notice

"The government, in collaboration with security agencies, remains committed to safeguarding all communities." Read more »

Nigeria: Seven PDP States Sue Tinubu, National Assembly At Supreme Court Over Rivers Emergency Rule

The suit by the seven PDP states will be precedent-setting if it overcomes the likely challellenge to their locus standi (legal right to sue). Read more »

Nigeria: NPFL Roundup - Remo Stars Defeat Enyimba, Plateau United Stun Rangers

With just a few matches left, the Sky Blue Stars are edging closer to a historic first league title Read more »

Nigeria: State of Emergency and Matters Arising!, By Gbemiga Ogunleye

By now, it ought to be visible to the blind and audible to the deaf that if the courts haven't made a pronouncement on an issue, any legal practitioner, no matter how well… Read more »

Nigeria: Tariff Hike - Court Sets Date for Judgement in Multichoice's Suit Against FCCPC

The court had, on 12 March, restrained FCCPC from sanctioning the pay-TV company until the hearing and determination of the substance suit. Read more »

Nigeria: How My Nollywood Colleagues Blackmailed, Wrecked My Career - Hanks

"The 64-year-old actor's revelation comes nearly a year after he spoke about how a viral video falsely depicting him as mentally unstable damaged his career and left him… Read more »

Nigeria: U.S. Agency Calls for Nigeria's Designation As 'Country of Particular Concern' Over Religious Violence

If Nigeria is re-designated as a CPC under the US International Religious Freedom Act, it could face diplomatic and economic consequences, including sanctions and restrictions on… Read more »

Nigeria: Senate Dismisses Akpoti-Uduaghan's Sexual Harassment Petition As Ezekwesili, Senator Clash

The Senate panel said it would not hear Mrs Akpoti-Uduaghan's petition because on the grounds that the matter was already before a court. Read more »

Nigeria: Pledges Remain Unfulfilled Six Months After Jigawa Tanker Explosion

PREMIUM TIMES reported how the petrol tanker exploded in Majia town in Taura Local Government Area on 14 October last year. Read more »

Nigeria: Enugu Govt Designates 549 Health Facilities for Free Malaria Treatment

Nnenna Ogbulafor, a medical doctor and national coordinator of the Malaria Elimination Programme, stated that malaria continued to be a significant burden, particularly on… Read more »

Nigeria: INEC Writes Senate, Akpoti-Uduaghan, Kickstarts Process of Recalling Senator

INEC said it has now received the phone numbers and email addresses of the petitioners which were missing in the initial petition submitted to the commission. Read more »