September 18
Nigeria: Nigeria Will Be Leading Hub of Global Halal Market - Shettima
VP Shettima says the halal economy aligns with President Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda Read more »
Nigeria: Booker Prize Organisers Announce History-Making Shortlist
While no Nigerian made this year's longlist and shortlist, multiple Nigerian writers have won the Booker Prize in the past. Read more »
Nigeria: Zamfara Governor Donates N20m to Families of Victims of Gummi Boat Mishap
To avoid a repeat of similar accident in future, Governor Lawal said that the state government would collaborate with the Nigeria Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) to provide life… Read more »
Nigeria: Journalist Accused of Sharing Content Critical of Kano Governor, Emir Sent Back to Prison
Mr Dahiru was initially charged with criminal conspiracy, defamation of character, and intentional insult before a magistrate. Read more »
Nigeria: Shettima Calls for Collective Action to Combat Climate Change
Shettima says the past few days have reminded Nigerians of the harsh realities of climate change Read more »
Nigeria: Fidson's Drug Manufacturing Pact With Chinese Firms Raises Hope for Nigeria's HIV Patients
Fidson, which is listed in Lagos where its stock has shed 24.6 per cent this year, is valued at N30.3 billion. Read more »
Nigeria: Sokoto Government, PDP Trade Accusations of Fraud, Wasteful Spending
Sokoto government alleges that the administration of Mr Tambuwal did not account for ₦16.1 billion shares sold through the state's investment company. Read more »
Nigeria: CBN to Enforce 0.005 Percent Cybercrime Levy On Transactions
This rate is lower than the 0.5 per cent levy previously introduced by the CBN in May. Read more »
Nigeria: Keystone Bank Gets New Chairperson, Non-Executive Directors
In January, the CBN dissolved the boards and management of several major banks, including Keystone Bank, due to non-compliance with key regulatory standards. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Red Cross Appeals for $2.5m to Support Borno Flood Victims
Mr Adeaga said "We urgently need the support of individuals, organisations..." Read more »
Nigeria: Ex-Minister Speaks On Allegations of Land Grabbing By Enugu Community
Last Friday, Nkomoro, a community in Enugu East Council Area of the state, alleged that the ex-minister had forcefully taken over their ancestral land. Read more »
Nigeria: NPHCDA Releases ₦260m for 40 New PHCs in Niger State
NPHCDA says it mobilised the resources from development partners Read more »
Nigeria: Lagos Govt Serves Contravention Notices to Over 280 Property Owners
The Lagos government asks property owners to report with available documents or titles authorising them to use the setback, warning that failure to do so may result in their… Read more »
Nigeria: Leading Sustainable Lending in Nigeria, Boosting Growth for Msmes
In the first half of 2024, FCMB disbursed N180 billion in loans to over 800,000 MSMEs across various industries. This financial support has helped businesses improve operations,… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Can Save Thousands of Lives By Fortifying Maggi, Other Bullion Cubes - Report
"Additionally, scaling up the use of high-quality prenatal vitamins for pregnant women in low-income countries, including Nigeria, could save nearly half a million lives by 2040." Read more »
Nigeria: 'I Am a Chosen, Who Are You?' - Nigeria Striker Celebrates Historic Champions League Goal in Style
The 25-year-old's impressive debut sets the stage for an exciting Champions League campaign. Read more »
September 17
Nigeria: BBNaija - Wanni, Tjay, Handi, Six Others Nominated for Eviction
Monday's dramatic face-to-face nomination process in the Big Brother Naija " No Loose Guard" season was one for the books, as nine housemates were nominated by their fellow… Read more »
Nigeria: CBN Issues New Guidelines On Ways and Means to Govt
The CBN also clarified that any Ways and Means Advances provided must be repaid by the end of the fiscal year. Read more »
Nigeria: VFS Global Alerts Nigerian Nationals to Stay Clear of Fraudulent Visa Appointments
Due to increased demand for visa application appointments, scammers pose as employees or associates of the organisation; or agents who promise an early appointment at an additional… Read more »
Nigeria: Governor Soludo Sacks Commissioner, Swears in Replacement
The sacked commissioner was sworn in alongside 19 other commissioners in April 2022. Read more »
Nigeria: Lagos Court Dismisses Shareholder's Suit Over FBN Holdings' Conduct of Annual General Meetings
In its preliminary objection on 22 August, FBN Holdings contended that the petitioner's claims had been overtaken by time and, consequently, were no longer a live issue. It sought… Read more »
Africa: Gender Equality - 2030 Global Goal May Not Be Met - - Report
According to the report, the world still needs to catch up to its commitments to women and girls. Read more »
Nigeria: Court Remands Three Students for Allegedly Causing Student's Death
The Magistrate did not take their pleas for lack of jurisdiction and ordered their remand at the Agodi Correctional Centre, Ibadan. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Signs Bill for Establishment of Centre for Arms Control - NSA
Mr Kokumo said the control of small arms and light weapons proliferation was not only a national concern but also a matter of international importance. Read more »
Nigeria: UN Restates $6 Million to Support Borno Flood Victims
The UN's food agency says over the coming six months, it needs 147.9 million dollars to support food-insecure people in Nigeria's northeast. Read more »