May 04
Nigeria: Despite Certificate Forgery Scandal, Ex-Minister Uche Nnaji 'Quietly' Moves to PDP for Governorship Bid
Mr Nnaji is pushing to be governor in Enugu State in 2027 despite being under investigation over certificate forgery by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences… Read more »
Nigeria: Eleven Killed As Bandits Retaliate After Security Forces Foil Attack in Katsina
According to the ministry, intelligence reports indicated that Mohammadu Fulani, described as a notorious bandit, was leading a group of armed bandits towards certain bridges in… Read more »
Nigeria: Makinde-Backed PDP Releases Election Timetable, Fixes Cost of Presidential Nomination, Expression of Interest Forms
The faction also fixed N5 million for the expression of interest form and N35 million for the nomination form, totalling N40 million. Read more »
Nigeria: Establish Public Schools for Effective Free Education, Awka Residents Beg Soludo
NAN reports that on 28 April, parents and guardians of a Catholic Church-owned nursery and primary school protested a 43 per cent fee increase arbitrarily imposed by the management… Read more »
Nigeria: 2027 - PDP Extends Sale of Nomination Forms Deadline
The party extended the sale of its expression of interest and nomination forms, earlier scheduled to close on 4 May to 7 May. Read more »
Nigeria: Nsukka District Endorses Tinubu, Mbah for 2027 Election
The zone, comprising six of the 17 local government areas of Enugu State - Nsukka, Igboeze North, Igboeze South, Udenu, Uzo Uwani, and Igbo Etiti - also presented a cheque for the… Read more »
May 03
Nigeria: Terrorists Burn Down Military Camp, Vehicles in Zamfara
The terrorists wanted to take over the town while trading activities were ongoing in the popular weekly market. Read more »
Nigeria: Peter Obi Dumps ADC, Gives Reasons
Peter Obi says his exit was not due to any personal grievances with former Senate President David Mark or former Vice President Atiku Abubakar Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Summons South African Ambassador Over Xenophobic Attacks
PREMIUM TIMES reported the violent protests in parts of South Africa targeting African migrants, including Nigerians. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Army Defends Arrest of Activist Amid Allegations of Abuse
Many Nigerians, including human rights activists, have raised concerns about the case, questioning whether the military's actions complied with legal standards governing the arrest… Read more »
Nigeria: 2027 - Tinubu Will Lose On Social Media but Win At Polls - Governor
The governor argued that narratives on platforms such as X (formerly Twitter), Facebook and Instagram often do not reflect the realities of voter behaviour during elections Read more »
Nigeria: Amnesty Faults Kogi Over Activist's Detention
Amnesty International says Mr Onimisi committed no offence and maintained that criticism of public officials remains a protected right under Nigerian law. Read more »
Nigeria: 2027 - Labour Party Fixes N50m for Presidential Forms, Sets Dates for Primaries
The party says its House of Assembly and governorship primaries will hold on 27 May while the National Assembly and presidential primaries are scheduled for 29 May. Read more »
Nigeria: Obi, Kwankwaso Join NDC Ahead of 2027 Elections
Mr Kwankwaso was first presented with his membership card before Mr Obi received his, confirming their formal entry into the party Read more »
Nigeria: Xenophobia - Nigeria to Repatriate Citizens From South Africa
The minister said 130 Nigerians in South Africa have already indicated their willingness to return home. Read more »
Nigeria: Presidency Mocks Peter Obi for Leaving ADC
PREMIUM TIMES reported that Mr Obi announced his exit from the ADC on Sunday, but did not announce the party he intends to join next. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Condemns Killing of Mali's Defence Minister
Mr Camara died after sustaining injuries in the VBIED attack. Read more »
Nigeria: Kano-Jigawa-Katsina to Maradi Rail Project 60% Complete - Official
The inspection was part of the ongoing visit to federal and state government projects in the Northwest part of the country. Read more »
Africa: Nigeria Assumes Leadership of AU Peace and Security Council
Nigeria is the only AU member state to have served continuously since its establishment in 2004. Read more »
Nigeria: How We Regulate Okadas, Tricycles Across Nigeria - FRSC
"At times, these operators can pose security challenges, but with proper regulation and identification, we are able to trace them through their leaders and ensure orderliness." Read more »
Nigeria: Gombe 2027 - Pantami Rejects APC 'Consensus' Governorship Candidate
Mr Gwamna's adoption was announced on Sunday following an enlarged stakeholders' meeting presided over by Governor Muhammadu Yahaya. Read more »
Nigeria: 2027 - Kano APC Stakeholders Adopt Jibrin, Doguwa for Senate, Rep Seats
Speakers at the declaration ceremony on Saturday in Kano cited Mr Jibrin's ability to harmonise diverse interests and maintain a consistent presence in his constituency and embark… Read more »
May 01
Nigeria: When Even Water Needs a Second Look - Nigeria's Dangerous Dance With Fake Products
The counterfeit crisis doesn't just harm consumers and legitimate businesses. It fundamentally undermines Nigeria's competitiveness as an investment destination. Read more »
Nigeria: NPRW Kaduna - How Strategic PR Led to Multiple Events
NPRW Kaduna was not just the greatest event of the year -- it was a masterclass in how communication, when properly deployed, can become governance in motion. Read more »
Nigeria: Supreme Court Judgement - Wabara-Led Bot Takes Over Leadership of PDP, Plans Interim Nwc
The BoT' says its decision to take over the party's leadership is based on the Supreme Court's unanimous ruling upholding the suspension of Samuel Anyanwu as national secretary,… Read more »
