October 24, 2022
Nigeria: Don Jazzy's Marriage Plans, Funke Akindele's Mandate, Other Top Entertainment Stories From Last Week
A roundup of top entertainment stories from last week Read more »
Nigeria: Yemi Alade to Perform At 2022 Creative Africa Nexus Weekend
Yemi Alade, alongside other personalities in the creative industry, will be showcasing another bright side of Africa. Read more »
Nigeria: #EndSARS - Despite Panel's Recommendations, Abiodun Yet to Compensate Ogun Victims
"I need to take care of myself as my left leg still needs to be casted for permanent healing..." Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Flags Off Global Media, Information Literacy Week
The global event themed "Nurturing Trust: A Media and Information Literacy Imperative" is being held in Nigeria from 24 to 31 October in Abuja. Read more »
Nigeria: 2023 - I'll Privatise Ibom Air - Governorship Candidate
The airline, which launched its maiden flight in June 2019, is rated as one of the most successful airlines in Nigeria. Read more »
Nigeria: SSS Calls for Calm Amidst Fears of Terror Attack in Abuja
"... the Service calls for calm as it works with other law enforcement agencies and stakeholders to maintain peace and order in and beyond Abuja," Peter Afunanya, the public… Read more »
Nigeria: National Flood Disasters - Why We Need to Act Proactively
No amount of relief materials from NEMA or consolation can bring back the 603 lives lost to this deluge. Read more »
Nigeria: Rishi Sunak Set to Be UK Prime Minister
Rishi Sunak, who enjoys the support of the majority of the Conservative Party parliamentarians, will be the first British Asian Prime Minister of the UK. Read more »
October 23, 2022
Nigeria: U.S., UK Warns Citizens of Possible Terror Attacks in Nigeria's Capital
According to a security advisory by the US embassy in Nigeria, there is "an elevated risk of terror attacks in Nigeria, specifically in Abuja." Read more »
Nigeria: Aisha Buhari Speaks On Future After Husband's Presidency
"People were expecting so much from us. And maybe after seven years, we haven't performed to their expectation. Only God knows what is in somebody's mind." Read more »
Nigeria: Police Launch Manhunt On Ex-Convict Who Allegedly Raped 12-Year-Old Girl to Death
The suspect had earlier been convicted for assaulting a Point of Sale operator last year. Read more »
Nigeria: Ooni to Marry Sixth Wife, Temitope Adesegun, On Monday
Ooni's spokesperson, Moses Olafare, says the new Olori is an Ijebu Princess. Read more »
Nigeria: After Eight-Month Prolonged Strike, Here Are Nigerian Govt's Positions Against ASUU's Demands
As of the time ASUU asked its members to return to their duty posts, Nigerians were unsure of the status of the resolutions on each of the agreements with the government. Read more »
Nigeria: King Charles Sympathizes With Buhari Over Floods in Nigeria
"... our most heartfelt sympathy is with all those who have suffered so much, and our thoughts are with those working to support the recovery efforts," he said. Read more »
Nigeria: Osimhen's Goal Sets Napoli Record in Serie A
Osimhen proved the game-winner for the second Serie A match as his 80th-minute goal snagged all three points against Roma Read more »
October 21, 2022
Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Appeals Judgement Freeing Biafra Leader Nnamdi Kanu
Mr Kanu's lawyer, Ifeanyi Ejiofor, confirmed the IPOB leader's team has received copies of the appeal and application for stay of execution filed by the Nigerian government against… Read more »
Nigeria: Flood - Anambra Govt Expresses Fear Over Possible Cholera Outbreak
Anambra is among the states in Nigeria that have been worst hit by the recent flood disasters. Read more »
Nigeria: All Former APC Presidential Aspirants Still Active in Party - Adamu
"Each of the aspirants to the presidency of this country that presented himself during our June convention is still alive and still in the party." Read more »
Nigeria: National Grid Hasn't Collapsed This Year - Minister
The Minister said the country has only experienced disruptions, not collapse. Read more »
Nigeria: Floods - Why Govt Will Not Declare State of Emergency - Minister
"We have not reached a situation in my view where the relevant emergency management authorities have not been able to deal with this situation. I'm not aware that has happened." Read more »
Nigeria: New Owner Buys Polaris for N50 Billion, Gets 25 Years to Repay Govt's N1.3 Trillion
Strategic Capital Investment Limited emerged the preferred bidder for the lender, the CBN said in a statement late Thursday. Read more »
Nigeria: Jada Pollock Welcomes Wizkid's Fourth Child
The newborn is the fourth child the singer would father in 11 years. Read more »
Nigeria: FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup - Nigeria's Flamingos Battle U.S. for Semi-Final Ticket
The Flamingos chase a first-ever semifinal berth while the USA seek a second top four finish. Read more »
October 20, 2022
Nigeria: Brain Drain - Nigeria Needs 363,000 Doctors but Has Only 24,000
Nigeria has produced almost four times the number of doctors it has but a large number of them have relocated abroad. Read more »
Nigeria: Buhari Sacks Niger Delta Development Commission Administrator
A news management team and governing board is to be set up for the commission. Read more »