Nigeria: Nigeria to Deploy 200 Special Forces to Türkiye for Training - Minister

"We have a Special Forces training agreement. Türkiye has agreed to give us 200 Special Forces training, so as soon as I return, we are sending them here for training." Read more »

Nigeria: Teachers in Abuja Begin Indefinite Strike On Monday

It explained that the Wike-led FCT Administration was asked to, within the seven-day ultimatum, release and implement the report of primary school teachers' outstanding… Read more »

Nigeria: NPFL Roundup - Rangers Reclaim Top Spot As Musa Seals Late Win for Pillars

In the relegation battle, defending champions Remo Stars eased pressure on themselves with a 3-0 victory against Niger Tornadoes, climbing to 16th position on 43 points. Read more »

Nigeria: Iheanacho Fires Celtic Into Scottish Cup Final

In one decisive stretch of football, the Super Eagles forward reminded everyone what he brings; instinct, timing, and the ability to decide games when margins tighten Read more »

Africa: 'Why Men Aren't Wired to Be Committed to One Partner' - Akon

Senegalese-American singer Akon has sparked debate after suggesting that men are not naturally wired for commitment, arguing that most relationship problems women face stem from… Read more »

Nigeria: Offa Bank Robbery - Saraki Denies Fresh Charges, Alleges Political Plot

Former Senate President Bukola Saraki has denied any involvement in the 2018 Offa bank robbery, describing fresh criminal charges filed against him by the Kwara State Government as… Read more »

Nigeria: Blord Granted Bail - Sowore

PREMIUM TIMES reported that Blord was remanded in custody on 1 April until 27 April. Read more »

Nigeria: Hospital Malnutrition Worsening Due to Delayed Care - Experts

The experts called for an urgent overhaul of clinical nutrition protocols, urging hospitals to adopt a "golden hour" approach to nutritional screening as part of efforts to tackle… Read more »

Nigeria: Australian Firm Gets Six Lithium Mining Licences in Nigeria

The licences include four exploration permits and two small-scale mining licences, previously held by Continental Lithium Limited. Read more »

Nigeria: Don't Increase Airfare or Suspend Operations, Nigerian Govt Begs Airlines

The AON said its members now pay about N3,300 for each litre of aviation fuel, up from about N900 paid for the same volume in February. Read more »

Nigeria: Police Rescue One, Arrest Seven Over Kogi Highway Abduction

Police in Kogi rescued one kidnap victim and arrested seven suspects after an attack on a passenger bus, as concerns over highway insecurity persist. Read more »

Nigeria: Bandits Attack Kwara Communities, Abduct Residents

Coordinated attacks in Kwara communities leave several abducted and others injured, deepening fears over worsening rural insecurity Read more »

Nigeria: Mutfwang Seeks Unity, Forgiveness Amid Plateau Killings

Governor Caleb Mutfwang called for forgiveness and unity among political and community leaders in Plateau State. Read more »

Nigeria: Group Rejects Atiku's Arise TV Comments On Jonathan, Cites Governance Achievements

The Goodluck Jonathan Legacy Project (GJLP) defended Mr Jonathan's record, citing economic growth, democratic milestones and international recognition during his tenure. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Government Graduates 744 Ex-Insurgents Under Deradicalisation Programme

Chief of Defence Staff, Olufemi Oluyede, said the initiative reflects a broader strategy that combines military pressure with rehabilitation efforts to curb the spread of extremist… Read more »

Nigeria: Firstbank Partners Ekiti Govt On Launch of Innovation Enterprise Support Fund

The fund is a groundbreaking initiative designed to empower startups, scale tech-enabled businesses, and accelerate innovation-driven economic growth across the state Read more »

Nigeria: Limb Loss Awareness - Why Nigeria Must Move Beyond Kindness to Real Inclusion - - Eva Chukwunelo

Many Nigerians believe that persons with disabilities are incapable of achieving a fulfilling life, frequently associating disability with penury, cognitive deficit and indigence,… Read more »

Nigeria: Buying Eye Drugs Without Prescription Risky, Optometrist Warns

"Conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, tuberculosis, syphilis, thyroid diseases and HIV/AIDS can lead to vision-threatening problems." Read more »

Nigeria: Utme 2026 - JAMB Reacts to Ibadan Hijab Incident, Blames 'Overzealous' Ad-Hoc Staff

JAMB said the incident did not reflect its official policy or approved procedures, insisting it was the action of an individual staff member. Read more »

Nigeria: Family Member Cries Out Over Abducted JAMB Candidates in Benue

A family has raised fresh concern after two teenage brothers were identified among the passengers abducted along the Makurdi-Otukpo road, as police continue efforts to rescue 14… Read more »

Nigeria: Copa Del Rey - Startimes Hosts Free Lagos Watch Party As Lookman Eyes First Title

The final will see Atlético Madrid face Real Sociedad in what is expected to be a keenly contested encounter Read more »

Nigeria: With Love to Waziri, By Femi Fani-Kayode

My dear Waziri, both Kashim Shettima and Goodluck Jonathan were loyal to their bosses and you were incapable of doing the same. Read more »

Nigeria: Tinubu Is Unravelling the Nation, By Jibrin Ibrahim

Nigerians have not had it so bad in recent history. The country is unravelling and the government is vacillating between denial and a pompous lack of concern to multiple unfolding… Read more »

Nigeria: 'I Was a Rubber Stamp, Not Decision Maker,' Diezani Tells UK Court

The former minister told the UK court on Wednesday that decisions on contracts were processed through multiple agencies before reaching her desk. Read more »

Nigeria: Court Orders Arrest of Former Humanitarian Minister Farouq, Top Official Over Fraud Charges

Ms Farouq and a co-defendant ailed to appear for arraignment on fraud charges before the court on Thursday. Read more »