April 17, 2023
Nigeria: Rivers - PDP Wins Supplementary Elections in Two Federal Constituencies
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), through its Returning Officer for Khana/Gokhana Constituency, Kingsely Owete, declared the result at Bori, Rivers. Read more »
Nigeria: INEC Declares Tambuwal, Wamakko, Others Winners of NASS Elections in Sokoto
Messrs Tambuwal of the PDP and Wamakko of the APC were elected to represent Sokoto South and Sokoto North Senatorial Districts respectively. Read more »
Nigeria: APC's Idris Wins Kebbi Governorship Seat
Mr Idris polled 409,225 votes to defeat his closest contestant, Aminu Bande of PDP who scored 360,940 votes, while Udu Idris of People's Redemption Party, scored 3,103 votes. Read more »
Nigeria: Chidi Amuta, Peter Obi and the 'Obidient's' Thriving Tyranny
Did Amuta expect any responsible and self-respecting government to keep mute and inactive in the face of such extra-constitutional provocations? It is unlikely. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Onyekwere Shatters 16-Year African Record, Amusan Impresses At Florida Meet
Chioma Onyekwere delivered a stunning performance in the women's Discus Throw; achieving a massive personal best (PB) of 64.96m. Read more »
April 16, 2023
Nigeria: House Majority Leader Ado Doguwa, Who Is Facing Murder Charges, Re-Elected
Mr Doguwa, is now a member-elect for the fifth term. Read more »
Nigeria: CPJ Condemns Trial, Conviction of Nigerian Journalists for Alleged Defamation
The CPJ says the conviction of the journalists for defamation "sends a chilling message to the Nigerian press and highlights the urgent need for authorities to reform the country's… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Bar Association Sets Up Standing 20 Committees On Judiciary, Law Reform
The NBA standing committees have over 800 lawyers as members. Read more »
Nigeria: Many Killed in Another Attack in Kaduna's Zangon Kataf
Saturday's attack by the non-state actors was the second in a week in Zangon Kataf Local Government Area of Kaduna. Read more »
Nigeria: Results On INEC Portal Show Peter Obi, Not Tinubu, Won in Rivers
Mr Tinubu was declared winner of the election in Rivers. Atiku came second while Peter Obi came third. Read more »
Nigeria: Dino Melaye Wins Kogi PDP Guber Primary
Daily Trust reported that Mr Melaye scored 313 votes to defeat other contestants in the primary held at Kafa's Hall event centre in Lokoja amid tight security. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria, Chad Condemn Ongoing Clash in Sudan
In a Sunday meeting between the presidents of both countries in Saudi Arabia, Nigeria's President Muhammadu Buhari says the ongoing fight is unwelcome and unfortunate. Read more »
Nigeria: In Nigeria, the Owners of the Killers Are Back With Impunity
Mbabai, the village where Tarnongo Mike Utsaha was buried on 1 April, 2023, used to be part of the municipality of Makurdi, the capital of Benue State. It only became part of Guma… Read more »
Nigeria: Defying the Odds With Outstanding Financial Performance for NNPC - Kyari
Since he assumed office, Mr Kyari has pursued his Transparency, Accountability and Performance Excellence (TAPE) agenda, a five-step strategic roadmap for NNPC's attainment of… Read more »
Nigeria: Movie Review - a Simple Lie - Another Cliche Nollywood Rom-Com Almost Marred By Numerous Sex Plots
These days, Nollywood filmmakers boldly explore sex scenes and plots. It is not surprising to see that Biodun Stephen's film "A Simple Lie" trails on that path as well. Read more »
Nigeria: INEC HQ Rejects Declaration of Binani As Winner of Adamawa Governorship Election
"The action of the REC is a usurpation of the power of the Returning Officer. It is null, void and of no effect." Read more »
Nigeria: Exclusive - APC Governors Recommend Zoning for Nass Leadership, Rule Out Oshiomhole, Umahi
"It is imperative that the President-Elect and the Party wade into this situation and announce an acceptable zoning formula as soon as possible. This is necessary to prevent… Read more »
Nigeria: APC Wins Kaduna Assembly Seat
INEC Returning Officer, Dauda Aminu, declared the results in Hunkuyi on Sunday. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Onyekwere Shatters 16-Year African Record As Amusan Impresses At Florida Meet
Chioma Onyekwere delivered a stunning performance in the women's Discus Throw; achieving a massive personal best (PB) of 64.96m Read more »
April 15, 2023
Nigeria: Nigeria's Passport Ranks Poorly in Access to Visa-Free Travels - Report
"The citizens of Africa's wealthiest countries have very low passport power, and poor economic mobility," it said. Read more »
Nigeria: Lassa Fever - All You Need to Know About Rampaging Disease
The first documented case in the country is reported to have occurred in 1969, and the virus was named after the town of Lassa, Borno State in Nigeria. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Inflation Hits 22.04% As Food Prices Rise
Food inflation rate quickened to 24.46 per cent in March from 24.35 percent in the previous month Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Cash Crisis Driving Digital Transactions to All-Time High
The scarcity is driving Nigerians in droves to sign up for digital and electronic banking services Read more »
Nigeria: 2023 - INEC Cancels Federal Constituency Rerun in Akwa Ibom
The commission would take a decision on the matter after a meeting in Abuja, an official says. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Military Reacts to Alleged Eviction of Ex-Army Officer From His Residence
A retired colonel alleges that over 40 armed soldiers stormed his residence and evicted his family. Read more »