Nigeria: APC Rejects Rivers Court Judgement, Holds NEC Meeting 12 September

"we wish to categorically state and inform the public that the APC is not bound by the judgment delivered by the Rivers High Court in Suit No: PHC 3592 CS. 2023, which reinstated… Read more »

Nigeria: Manpower Shortage Cripples Kwara Phcs Despite Millions Spent On Renovations

In 2020, the Kwara State Government renovated four primary healthcare centres (PHCs) in different communities at a total cost of over N117 million. Read more »

West Africa: West African CSOs Express Worry Over Sahel 'Countries' Exit From Ecowas

The gathering of the CSOs under the auspices of WADEMOS expressed worry over the potentially destabilising consequences of the countries' exit from ECOWAS. Read more »

Nigeria: The Madness in the National Assembly, By Jibrin Ibrahim

The proof that madness is running wild in the National Assembly is that the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen could dare to propose the contentious Counter… Read more »

Nigeria: GTBank Confirms Attempt to Hack Its Website

GTBank said the hacking attempt occurred on Wednesday, a day after the bank renewed its domain name. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria's Inflation Rate Eases After Fifth Consecutive Rise

According to the report, the food inflation rate in July 2024 was 39.53 per cent. Read more »

Nigeria: 'Chidimma Didn't Deserve the Hate She Was Subjected to - Miss SA Winner, Mia Le Roux

"I stand for unity. I do not stand for people being divided. So, I do think we can do better in that aspect to support and include one another. Because she was excluded, and that… Read more »

Nigeria: 'It Was a Skit' - Man Whose Wife Tore His Passport At Airport Begs Nigerians, NIS

"Please, I am begging everyone. The Immigration has seen my passport and confirmed that it is intact." Read more »

Africa: Group Launches Journalists' Coalition, Partners Research Consortium for Development Uptakes in Africa

Mr Azeez said the coalition comprises journalists who have demonstrated passion for development reporting and underreported issues that affect the poor. Read more »

Nigeria: Miss Universe Nigeria - Chidimma Not Given Preferential Treatment, Underwent Rigorous Screening - Guy Murray-Bruce

"Chidimma's father is from Enugu; she will represent Taraba State. This is how the organisation assigns states to contestants. It has always been our approach to maintaining… Read more »

Nigeria: Abia Governor Swears in Six Commissioners, Creates New Ministries

There are 22 commissioners in the reshuffled cabinet. Read more »

Nigeria: Presidential Jet Seizure - We're Ready to Settle With Nigerian Govt - Chinese Firm

The company said the Ogun Free Trade Zone was featured as a significant international investment by the Economist Intelligence Unit. Read more »

Nigeria: Enugu Govt Threatens to Shut Churches, Mosques

"People are no longer able to sleep well at night. In a residential neighbourhood, you will see nightclubs, mosques and churches there making all kinds of noise there. They will… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Smashes Guinness Record for Most Restaurants Visited in 24 Hours

The previous record holder was an American YouTuber, Eric Decker, better known as Airrack, who set the record in 2023 after visiting 100 restaurants. Read more »

Nigeria: Ogun Moves to Vacate Aircraft Seizure Order, Faults Chinese Firm's 'Fraudulent Legal Process'

The Ogun State government apologises to the Federal government for the embarrassment the plane seizure has caused. Read more »

Nigeria: Eight Months On, Ogun Doctors Demand Release of Abducted Colleague, Nephew

Mr Kolade affirmed the urgency of securing their release, noting that the ongoing ordeal revealed the worsening insecurity in the country. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria Revitalises 500 Health Centres, Targets 3,000 More - Official

Mr Aina said revitalising VHCs is a key component of President Tinubu's Nigerian Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative. Read more »

Nigeria: Mpox - Nigeria Intensifies Surveillance and Control Measures

In Nigeria, cumulatively, a total of 39 confirmed cases and zero deaths have been recorded across 33 States and the FCT, from the beginning of the year 2024. Read more »

Nigeria: Afe Babalola Speaks On Distribution of Palliatives By Govt

"Those complaining about hunger and protesting, are doing so sincerely. They are hungry. A hungry man can go to any length to show his anger. The protest was genuine and the… Read more »

Nigeria: Akwa Ibom Without Electricity for Two Days Now, PHED Gives Reason

Meanwhile, in nearby Bayelsa State, residents have been without electricity supply for some days now because of the destruction of transmission towers by vandals. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Woman Feeds Her Children With Chicken Feeds

The children are all girls, the oldest five years old and the youngest slightly above one year. Read more »

Nigeria: Ibadan International Film Festival - 'Jagun Jagun', Two Iranian Films Top Nominee List

These nominations, ranging from Nigerian features to Iranian and American films, reflect the festival's commitment to showcasing diverse voices and narratives from across the… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria's Inflation Rate Eases First Time in 19 Months

According to the report, the food inflation rate in July 2024 was 39.53 per cent. Read more »

Nigeria: EFCC Detains NAHCON Chair, Another Official Over Alleged Mismanagement of Hajj Funds

The EFCC accuses the NAHCON officials of overpayment of Hajj operational costs to themselves, unjustified cash withdrawals, among other allegations. Read more »

Nigeria: Senator Slams Bauchi Gov Over Chieftaincy Title Withdrawal

Shehu Umar expressed shock at the decision to withdraw his chieftaincy title, noting that he adheres to a policy of constructive criticism, refraining from the use of insulting or… Read more »