Nigeria: Ganduje Speaks On Missing Corruption Case Files, Wants Kano Governor Probed Over Violence

On Wednesday, Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf said hoodlums, who invaded the state High Court during the nationwide protest against bad governance, stole some documents on Mr… Read more »

Nigeria: Tinubu Greets Ex-Gov Peter Odili At 76

President Tinubu thanked Mr Odili for his service to the nation, patience, grace, and notable strength of will. Read more »

Nigeria: Presidency Reacts to Chinese Firm's Attempt to Take Over Nigeria's Foreign Assets

The Federal Government is not under any contractual obligation with the company. Read more »

Nigeria: Govt Faults Seizure of Presidential Jets in France, Vows to Challenge Court Order

The presidency said the French court was misled to give the order authorizing the seizure of three presidential jets belonging to Nigeria. Read more »

Nigeria: After 20 Years of No Recruitment, Oyo Set to Employ 3,000 Health Workers in 464 Phcs

"There has been no meaningful recruitment into the primary care sector in over 20 years. This is the first time in two decades that the State Government is recruiting into the… Read more »

Nigeria: Oyo Govt Declares Tuesday Work-Free for Isese Day

Mr Makinde had, in 2023, signed a bill that designated 20 August as a public holiday to allow traditionalists to celebrate Isese Day in the state. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria, Equatorial Guinea Sign Agreement On Gas Pipeline Project

Mr Mbasogo said said the signing of the agreement was strategic for Africa's development. Read more »

Nigeria: Again, Vandals Destroy 13 Towers On 132kv Electricity Transmission Line

Bayelsa State could remain without power for several months because of the destruction, an official said. Read more »

Nigeria: Family Reveals Real Cause of Aduke Gold's Death

"We have gotten the death certificate, and whoever is spreading false information should stop." Read more »

Nigeria: Our Biggest Regret in BBNaija House - Team NDI Nne

In a twist that shocked everyone, Ndi Nne (Nne and Chinne) were evicted in the second week despite being elected Heads of the House by their fellow housemates. Read more »

Nigeria: Kano Governor's Aide Resigns, Joins APC

Mr Mai Kadama was the leader of the Kwankwasiyya movement in Plateau State and leader of G-6 in Kano State, among other roles, before defecting to the APC. Read more »

Nigeria: 11 Dead, Eight Injured in Abia Road Accident

FRSC said preliminary investigation revealed that the accident was caused by excessive speed. Read more »

Nigeria: Investigation - Govt's Inaction, Failed Interventions Perpetuate Nigeria's Post-Harvest Losses (III)

Nigeria loses about half of its perishable export goods yearly due to a dearth of cold chain technology at airports, according to the African Centre for Supply Chain. Read more »

Nigeria: La Liga - Nigeria's Chrisantus Uche Marks Debut With Crucial Goal for Getafe

Uche headed home Luis Milla's corner to seal a crucial point for his team. Read more »

Nigeria: CAF Confederation Cup - El Kanemi Warriors Set for Historic Debut Against FC Dadje

Coach Aliyu Zubair exuded confidence in an exclusive interview with PREMIUM TIMES Read more »

Nigeria: 2024 Olympic Games - Team Nigeria's Journey in Paris - So Close, Yet So Far

Nigeria's Ministry of Sports and the federations continue to rely on luck instead of investing in planning, training and development programmes Read more »

Nigeria: 67% of Nigerian Doctors Work in UK, NHS Vulnerable If They Withdraw - Minister

The minister said countries recruiting Nigerian health professionals should also contribute to expanding training opportunities in Nigeria. Read more »

Rwanda: Rwandan Govt Shuts Over 5,600 Churches

The Rwandan government clamped down on more than 5,600 churches, including 100 cave churches, for various reasons. Read more »

Nigeria: Chidimma Adetshina Accepts Miss Universe Nigeria Invitation After Miss South Africa Controversial Fallout

The Miss Universe Nigeria organisers made a historic decision by officially inviting Ms Adetshina to participate in the 2024 edition of the pageant Read more »

Nigeria: Investigation - Poverty, Shambolic Education System Keeping Children Out of School in Niger State

Niger, in the north-central, has one of the worst rates of out-of-school children in Nigeria. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria's PMI Rises for the 13th Consecutive Month - CBN

An index reading above 50.0 points signals an expansion in business activities, whereas a reading below 50.0 points indicates a contraction. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Governor Launches Subsidised Health Insurance Scheme for Formal Sector

Mr Abiodun noted that the success of the scheme would be a collective effort, requiring collaboration with health officials and concerned parties to ensure the system is… Read more »

Nigeria: Tinubu Appoints New Permanent Secretaries for FCTA

The appointments were necessitated by the imminent retirement from the service of two permanent secretaries and the creation of the Youth Development Secretariat. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria Customs Highlights Conditions for Companies to Access Zero-Duty Food Import Waiver

Companies wishing to import husked brown rice, grain sorghum, millet, maize, wheat, and beans at zero duty must be incorporated in Nigeria. Read more »

Nigeria: Again, WHO Declares Mpox Outbreak Global Health Emergency

This is in light of the ongoing outbreak of the viral infection in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and other African countries. Read more »