January 23, 2023
Nigeria: 2023 - Ex-Minister Rejects Akpabio's Candidacy
Mr Akpabio's major rival in the senatorial election is his former political ally, Emmanuel Enoidem, who is a candidate of the PDP. Read more »
Nigeria: 2023 - Atiku's Campaign Asks EFCC, NDLEA to Probe Tinubu
The campaign council said Mr Tinubu was involved in money laundering and drug-related case and cannot be Nigeria's president. Read more »
Nigeria: Atiku's Campaign Asks Buhari to Sack Keyamo
Mr Keyamo had last week filed a suit at the Federal High Court in Abuja seeking an order compelling Atiku to surrender himself to EFCC, ICPC, and CCB for thorough investigations. Read more »
Nigeria: Sultan, Tambuwal Donate N13.5 Million to Winners of Quranic Competition
The Sultan of Sokoto, Abubakar Sa'ad, also honoured the winner with the traditional title of Modibbon Sokoto. Read more »
Nigeria: Senators, Pencom Disagree On Police Exclusion From Pension Scheme
Excluding the police from the scheme would reverse measures put in place to reform the pension system, PenCom said. Read more »
Nigeria: Atiku Lacks Character to Be Nigeria"s President - Ruling Party
Atiku's campaign had earlier asked the NDLEA and the EFCC to investigate the APC presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu, for alleged drug trafficking. Read more »
Nigeria: Stop Condeming Nigeria, We Are Doing Better Than Most Countries (3)
I personally think the reason we behave like this is because we are overzealous about our desires for our country, which is not a bad thing; Read more »
January 22, 2023
Nigeria: Lassa Fever - Confirmed Cases Hit 81 in Edo
NCDC said Edo, Ondo, and Bauchi States have continued to lead on the log of Lassa Fever cases in the country. Read more »
Nigeria: Governor Bello Denies Dumping Tinubu
Mr Bello was reportedly planning to switch support to the PDP candidate, Atiku Abubakar. Read more »
Nigeria: 2023 - As His Popularity Surges Across Nigeria's North-West, Can Kwankwaso Shock Rivals
Kwankwaso's Talakawa policies have endeared many residents of the North West to his political movement. Read more »
Nigeria: Kano Confirms Outbreak of Diphtheria in 13 Local Govts
The Kano State Commissioner for Health, Aminu Tsanyawa, stated this at a briefing on Diphtheria and Lassa fever outbreaks in the state on Saturday. Read more »
January 21, 2023
Nigeria: Presidential Candidate Obi Promises to 'Serve' Nigeria If Elected
The Labour Party candidate said there would be no rift between him and his deputy if elected president. Read more »
January 20, 2023
Nigeria: Nigeria Confirms Outbreak of New Infection, Records 25 Deaths
NCDC listed symptoms of diphtheria to include fever, runny nose, sore throat, cough, red eyes (conjunctivitis) and neck swelling. Read more »
Nigeria: Buhari Reappoints 'Incompetent' Official Sacked By Jonathan As Nigeria's Investment Chief
Despite the indictment and consequent sack, Mr Buhari known for his anti-corruption rhetoric reappointed her. Read more »
Nigeria: Big Brother Titans - Biggie Pulls First Twist, Introduces Four New Housemates
Four new housemates walked into the house during the season's first pool party, ready to join the fun on Thursday. Read more »
Nigeria: Court Sets Aside Interim Forfeiture Order Against Ekweremadu's Seized Property
The court lifted the forfeiture order, ruling that EFCC did not bring the application for the interim order against some identified property of Mr Ekweremadu in good faith. Read more »
Nigeria: Burna Boy, Asake, Rema, Nominated for Soundcity MVP Awards
The nominations of the event which is scheduled to hold at the Eko Convention Centre, Lagos, is dominated by Nigerian acts. Read more »
Nigeria: I'll Restructure Nigeria If Elected President - Atiku
Atiku made the promise Thursday evening while featuring in a Presidential Parley after his campaign rally in Ibadan. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Troops Foil Attack On Monguno Town - Official
Mr Zubairu, an army captain, said some weapons and logistics were recovered from the terrorists. Read more »
Nigeria: Akpabio Brings Down Allies to Achieve Political Dominance - Ex-Associate
"Akpabio doesn't want strong people." Read more »
Nigeria: Embattled CBN Governor Emefiele Meets With Buhari
Mr Emefiele's visit to the Presidential Villa on Thursday was the first since he resumed work at the CBN after his leave. Read more »
Nigeria: Buhari Did Not Extend Tenure of Nigeria's Police Chief - Minister
The Police Affairs Minister, Mohammed Dingyadi, says the provisions of the 2020 amended Police Act should not be misconstrued for tenure extension as reported in some sections of… Read more »
January 19, 2023
Nigeria: Central Bank Vows to Sanction Banks Hoarding New Notes
"No bank should refuse to collect the old naira notes until the deadline of 31st January 2023," an official said. Read more »
Nigeria: Only Unpatriotic Nigerians Will Vote for Candidates With Bad Characters - Obasanjo
The former president said this barely 18 days after endorsing the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi. Read more »
Nigeria: Militants Abduct Four Students of Zamfara Health College, Demand Huge Ransom
The terrorists demanded N20m each to release the abductees. Read more »