Nigeria: Lateef Adedimeji's Two-Part Epic Film Lisabi Set to Debut On Netflix

The movie spotlights the life and legacy of the fabled Yoruba hero Lisabi, whose life made a lasting impression in Nigerian history. Read more »

Nigeria: How Govt Can Tackle Malaria Scourge Decisively in Nigeria - Don

"Our habit of turning gutters into dumping sites during the wet season blocks river flow, creating stagnant water ideal for mosquito breeding. Let us stop habits that create… Read more »

Nigeria: Why Nigeria's Food Crisis Will Last Longer Than Expected - Expert

Nigeria faces significant food security challenges exacerbated by escalating conflicts, economic instability, and a typical staple food price crisis. Read more »

Nigeria: PDP Crisis - I Won't Abdicate My Responsibility, Damagun Replies Edwin Clark, Others

"And to my detractors, let me tell you, you'll see more of that later because I will not abdicate my responsibility. But I will act within the confines of the law, as stipulated by… Read more »

Nigeria: NAFDAC Intercepts Petrol Tankers Carrying Edible Oil in Lagos

NAFDAC said it acted "on a tip-off" regarding the potentially hazardous cargo set to be transported against regulatory standards. Read more »

Nigeria: Another ASUU Strike Looms As Union Gives Govt 21 Days Ultimatum

ASUU asked the governments to address all the "outstanding issues" hindering the development of the nation's universities. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Increases Passport Fees

The new passport charges take effect from 1 September. Read more »

Nigeria: Why Fuel Scarcity Will Keep Resurfacing for Long - Tuc President

The TUC president gives reasons why the lingering fuel scarcity may resurface intermittently for a long time. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Fines Fidelity Bank N555.8 Million Over Data Breaches - Official

He said that the commission commenced an investigation into Fidelity Bank in April 2023 and, upon conclusion, found that it defaulted. Read more »

Nigeria: Ex-ICPC Chair Emmanuel Ayoola Dies At 90, Tinubu, Osun Governor, Mourn

Mr Ayoola, born in Ilesa, Ondo State, on 27 October 1933, retired from the Supreme Court on clocking the retirement age of 70 in 2003. Read more »

Nigeria: Nnamdi Kanu's Legal Team Urges Tinubu to Hold Talks With the IPOB Leader

Mr Kanu, who is facing terrorism charges, has been in detention since he was repatriated to Nigeria from Kenya in June 2021 under controversial circumstances. Read more »

Nigeria: CJN Ariwoola Retires, Laments Prolonged Delays in Nigerian Courts

Mr Ariwoola, Nigeria's 17th chief justice, reached his retirement age of 70 on Thursday. Read more »

Nigeria: Ex-PDP Legal Adviser Urges Wike to Leave Party

Many have accused Mr Wike of anti-party activities, given his crucial position as the FCT minister in the APC-led government. Read more »

Nigeria: Skitmaker Kiekie Launches Game Talent Show, Offers N30m Star Prize

Tagged 'Kiekie Unscripted Experience', Kiekie says it is designed to discover and celebrate the most talented individuals across various categories. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria's Flag-Bearer, Team Captain Announced for Paralympics 2024

Team Nigeria's 35-member contingent, consisting of 23 athletes, seven coaches, and five medical personnel, arrived in Paris on Thursday Read more »

Nigeria: UK, Abia Govt Partner to Drive Economic Development

Governor Alex Otti of Abia State and the British High Commissioner, Mr Montgomery, held the talks alongside key government officials and business leaders in Abia State. Read more »

Nigeria: Ronaldo's YouTube Subscribers Surge Past 14 Million

Within 90 minutes, over 1 million subscribers had joined the channel, with the number skyrocketing to 4 million within four hours. Read more »

Nigeria: Amnesty Accuses Security Agencies of Enforced Disappearances in South-East Nigeria

The police and the military have yet to react to the accusation. Read more »

Nigeria: South African Home Affairs Reveals More in Stolen Identity Case of Adetshina's Mother

The South Africa Department of Home Affairs has revealed more about the investigation launched into Chidimma Adetshina's citizenship authenticity. Read more »

Africa: Cross Border Movement, Poor Response Capacity Drivers of Mpox Spread - Africa CDC

The agency also noted that many African countries are highly vulnerable to mpox infection due to widespread malnutrition and the prevalence of HIV. Read more »

Nigeria: How Nigeria Can Embrace Technological Innovations in Ensuring Food Security - Expert

Mr Joshua called for increased investment in agricultural research and infrastructure to build a resilient agricultural system capable of withstanding shocks from climate change,… Read more »

Nigeria: Borno Governor Offers ₦2 Million Training Allowance to Doctors to Discourage 'Japa'

Under the initiative, the governor said 50 medical doctors under the state government's employment, will each receive ₦2 million. Read more »

Nigeria: Security Agencies Kill 27 Suspected Kidnappers - Official

The suspects were killed during shootouts with the security agencies in different parts of the state, Onochie Ezeh, a police operative who led the team of operatives, said on… Read more »

Nigeria: Supplements Meant for Malnourished Children Being Diverted, Sold in Sokoto - Unicef

The UNICEF official said most of Sokoto State's key indicators, such as antenatal care, immunisation, and mortality rates, portrayed very poor performance. Read more »

Nigeria: NAFDAC Mops Up Fake Milo Drinks

The NAFDAC office began the inspections in markets and superstores to get rid of the fake Milo in circulation following a directive from the headquarters." Read more »