Nigeria: What Finland Is Doing About Nigeria's Complaint Against Simon Ekpa - Finnish Minister

Simon Ekpa's case has put Finland in a problematic situation of having to navigate the blurry line between his rights to freedom of expression and the criminality of his… Read more »

Nigeria: Govt Freezes $37 Million Worth of Cryptocurrency Traced to Suspected Protest Organisers

In the ex parte application filed on 8 August and heard by the court on the following day, the EFCC described the cryptocurrency assets as proceeds of money laundering and… Read more »

Nigeria: Gospel Singer Aduke Gold Is Dead

The late singer was known for her single "Notori Ogo". Read more »

Nigeria: Buhari, Jonathan in Attendance As Tinubu Chairs Council of State Meeting

The meeting, which commenced at about 12 noon at the Council Chambers of the Villa, is the first since President Tinubu assumed office in May last year. Read more »

Nigeria: Abia Speaker Bows to Pressure, Inaugurates Lawmaker Declared Elected By Appeal Court

The lawmaker's inauguration comes exactly 14 months after the Abia Assembly was inaugurated on 14 June 2023. Read more »

Nigeria: 'Your Tenure Ended,' Nigerian Governor Rebuffs Official Who 'Resigned'

The official was appointed in October 2020 by the governor. Read more »

Nigeria: Afrobeats Artists Stole Our Culture, Music, Yet Disregard Us - Jamaican Reggae Star Buju Banton

‘‘My disappointment was that they [Afrobeats artistes] didn't try to connect with Jamaica-the Roots. They tried connecting with everyone else except us. But when you… Read more »

Nigeria: Council of State, NGF Pass 'Vote of Confidence' On Tinubu - Kwara Governor

"Any change of government has to be through the ballots and not through the barrel of the gun or through insurrection or through any other unconstitutional means. Only through the… Read more »

Nigeria: Exclusive - Nigerian Govt. Freezes $37m Worth of Cryptocurrency Traced to Suspected Protest Organisers

In the ex parte application filed on 8 August and heard by the court on the following day, the EFCC described the cryptocurrency assets as proceeds of money laundering and… Read more »

Nigeria: Ribadu, Edun, Others Brief Council of State On #EndBadGovernance, Insecurity, Economy

Two former presidents, Muhammadu Buhari and Goodluck Jonathan, attended the meeting in person while other former presidents attended virtually. Read more »

Nigeria: Tinubu Signs Bill to Increase Salaries, Allowances of Judicial Officers By 300 Percent

The National Assembly passed the bill in June and subsequently transmitted it to the president for assent. Read more »

Nigeria: FBN Holdings, CBN Seek Dismissal of Barbican Capital's Shareholding Suit

Barbican Capital is controlled by Oba Otudeko, a former chairman of FBN Holdings. Read more »

Nigeria: Shaibu Replies Obaseki's Impersonation Allegation

Mr Shaibu described Mr Godwins as the "impostor", describing him as an appointee of Mr Obaseki, whom Edo people never voted for. Read more »

Nigeria: Anglican Seminarian Allegedly Rapes 10-Year-Old Girl

The suspect has been arrested, an official said. Read more »

Nigeria: Why I Sing in Yoruba - Asake

Asake went live on Instagram to chat with his fans after recently releasing his new album, 'Lungu Boy.' Read more »

Nigeria: #EndBadGovernance Protest - Government Lifts Curfew in Kaduna, Zaria

The Kaduna government says citizens are free to move and engage in legitimate activities in Kaduna and Zaria and their environs with no restrictions. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria Introduces Policy to Revitalise Healthcare System

Mr Pate said the policy would create an environment that encourages professional development and stability, even as it seeks to retain the best talent within Nigeria. Read more »

Nigeria: #EndBadGovernance - Court Extends Order Restricting Abuja Protesters to Stadium

During the #EndBadGovernance, police and SSS operatives attacked and fired live ammunition at peaceful protesters and journalists at the Moshood Abiola Stadium despite being the… Read more »

Nigeria: Taraba Killings - Lawmaker Requests Taraba, Benue Governments to Collaborate

Mark Useni's call followed the killing of six commuters along the Takum - Wukari road on Monday morning Read more »

Nigeria/Comoros: CAF Champions League - Rangers Target 'Positive' Start Against U.S Zilimadjou

The first leg is scheduled to take place at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Akwa-Ibom State, a venue chosen by the Comoros Islands side Read more »

Nigeria: Rema, Tems Make Obama's 2024 Summer Playlist

The 44-track playlist reflects Obama's eclectic music taste, proving he enjoys some of Nigeria's Afrobeats acts. Read more »

Nigeria: National Housing Programme - Nigerian Govt Gives Allottees Eight Weeks to Complete Payment

"The ministry is informing all the first batch outright subscribers who are yet to complete their payments for the houses offered them, a grace of eight weeks." Read more »

Nigeria: P-Square Royalties - How Jude, Wife Diverted Millions Into Secret Account for Years - Peter Alleges

Peter shared more insight about their family feud and dismissed claims by his twin, Paul, that he petitioned the EFCC to arrest him on multiple charges, including diverting… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria's Elephant Population Declines 70%, Raising Concerns

"Poaching for ivory and habitat destruction have reduced their population and are pushing them to the brink of local extinction in Nigeria." Read more »

Nigeria: Islamic Clerics, NBA Condemn Attack On Redeemed Church in Kontagora.

Mr Abdullahi said the actions of the attackers contradict the teachings of Islam, stressing that the core message of Islam is unity and peaceful coexistence. Read more »