Nigeria: Court Rejects EFCC's Request to Call More Witnesses, File Fresh Proof of Evidence Against Emefiele

The additional proof of evidence sought to introduce two new prosecution witnesses with fresh documents relevant to their anticipated testimonies in court. Read more »

Nigeria: Senate Approves State of Emergency in Rivers

The Senate also resolved that a committee of eminent Nigerians be set up to reconcile the warring groups within the period of the state of emergency in River State. Read more »

Nigeria: Stampede - Oyo Govt Drops Charges Against Ooni's Ex-Wife, Broadcaster Hamzat, Others

PREMIUM TIMES reported that the charges were filed following a stampede at the Islamic High School in Bashorun, Ibadan, during a children's funfair on 18 December 2024. Read more »

Mozambique: Maputo Declaration - Nigeria's Second Chance At Food Security

The solution lies not in lamentation but action. The government must prioritise agriculture in fiscal planning, scaling up investments in research, irrigation, rural roads,… Read more »

Nigeria: 2025 Nigerian Idol - Organisers Announce 10th Edition, Unveil Iyanya As Judge

Kiekie, Bisola Aiyeola, Layi Wasabi, Do2dtun, and Sophia Momodu attended the unveiling. Read more »

Nigeria: Wike to Pay Medical Bills of Abuja Tanker Explosion Victims

Mr Wike also called for strict compliance with traffic rules. Read more »

Nigeria: Abuja Tanker Explosion - Death Toll Rises to 10

Abuja emergency agency said more than 30 victims who suffered various degrees of burns are receiving treatment at various health facilities. Read more »

Nigeria: Lawmakers Express Readiness, Willingness to Amend Laws Guiding Private Security Companies

The Private Guard Companies Act, 1986, is the primary law regulating private security companies in the country. Read more »

Africa: Givo Africa Launches Latest Zero-Carbon Recycling Centre in Ikota, Lagos

The GIVO Centre, Ikota launch brought together community members, government officials, diplomatic representatives, and sustainability enthusiasts, demonstrating the company's… Read more »

Nigeria: Blood Agency Calls for Blood Donation for Victims of Abuja Accident

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has confirmed that six people died and 25 others were injured in the accident. Read more »

Nigeria: Rainstorm Destroys Ogun School, Kills Student

Five other pupils, two teachers, a food vendor, and her seven-month-old child sustained injuries during the tragic incident. Read more »

Nigeria: 'Assault On Democracy' - CSOs Tackle Tinubu Over Suspension of Fubara, Rivers Lawmakers

Mr Tinubu, on Tuesday, declared a state of emergency in Rivers State and also suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his Deputy, Ngozi Odu and all elected lawmakers in the state. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Breweries Completes Full Acquisition of Distell Wines and Spirits

The approval also cleared the way for the brewing giant to take over the import business of Distell International Limited in Nigeria. Read more »

Nigeria: Tinubu Orders Investigation Into Abuja Tanker Explosion, Condoles Victim' Families

PREMIUM TIMES reported that the explosion claimed six lives while dozens were injured. Read more »

Nigeria: First Holdco Records 25 Percent Oversubscription of Rights Issue

The financial services group noted that the strong interest from investors affirms "the trust and confidence placed in the First HoldCo Group and its vision for the future." Read more »

Nigeria: Netherlands Seeks Partnership With Abia Govt in Waste Management

The Deputy Consul-General of the Consulate General of the Netherlands in Nigeria, Peter Keulers, expressed the Netherlands' interest in learning more about the state's economic… Read more »

Nigeria: Exclusive - Fugitive Nigerian Alleged Scammer Found Living Large in Dubai

The Nigerian is wanted in the US on wire fraud charges. Reporters discovered him in Dubai, where he owns a luxury apartment. Read more »

Nigeria: EFCC Arraigns Federal Ministry of Works Officials for Alleged N1.93bn Fraud

The EFCC said the funds allocated for acquiring land titles for federal roads between March 2019 and July 2020 were misappropriated Read more »

Nigeria: Hundreds Stranded As Petrol Tanker Explodes in Abuja

A witness told PREMIUM TIMES that the tanker lost control and went up in flames while speeding towards the Karu Bridge linking Jikwoyi, also a satellite town in the Federal Capital… Read more »

Africa: Nigeria, Other Africa Countries Facing Worsening Humanitarian Crisis - Report

According to the report, ongoing conflict and attacks on civilians are fuelling increased displacement across the region, including in Nigeria. Read more »

Nigeria: Fuel Price Hike Looms As Dangote Stops Sale of Petroleum Products in Naira

The company said the decision is necessary to avoid a mismatch between its sales proceeds and its crude oil purchase obligations, which are currently denominated in U.S. dollars. Read more »

Nigeria: PDP Governors, Peter Obi Reject Emergency Rule in Rivers, Demand Reversal

The PDP governors said it is illegal and unacceptable for the president to suspend democratically elected officials of a state. Read more »

Nigeria: Rivers - How Tinubu Erred in Declaring State of Emergency, Suspending Fubara - Lawyers

Mr Tinubu, on Tuesday, declared a state of emergency in Rivers State and also suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his Deputy, Ngozi Odu and all elected lawmakers in the state. Read more »

Nigeria: Why State of Emergency in Rivers Is Unconstitutional, Impracticable - PDP

The PDP argued that no provision of the constitution empowered the president to dismantle a sub-national government or suspend a democratically-elected governor under any situation… Read more »

Nigeria: High Interest Rates, Insecurity Top Business Constraints in February - CBN Survey

The survey revealed that 75 per cent of respondents cited high interest rates as a significant hurdle, closely followed by insecurity at 73.9 per cent and insufficient power supply… Read more »