April 02
Nigeria: 'Jesus Paid Your Debts, Not Your Taxes' Flier - FIRS Apologises
Yes, we would say the message ruffled feathers in some circles. The unintended meaning/insinuation being read into the post was not what we were out to communicate as an agency. Read more »
Nigeria: Strained', 'Afamefuna', 'Sherlock - Series 1 - 4', Other Exciting Netflix Titles This April
For April, Netflix says it has all the drama and action, and it is fun-packed Read more »
Nigeria: Amnesty Tackles Nigerian Govt Over Failure to Prosecute Deborah Samuel's Murderers
Ms Samuel was lynched by fellow students of Shehu Shagari College of Education in the state in May 2022. Read more »
Nigeria: 2024 UTME - Again, JAMB Extends Registration Deadline
The extension, which is for another two weeks, is the second time the examination body will be postponing the deadline for the ongoing DE registration. Read more »
Nigeria: Zenith Bank Named Nigeria's Best Bank for the 4th Year
The Bank emerged as the best bank in Nigeria in the Global Finance Best Banks Awards 2024 Read more »
West Africa: Analysis - the Success of Senegal Presidential Election and the Role of Ecowas
ECOWAS hopes the presidential election in Senegal will be the breaking point from a troubled past in West Africa. Read more »
Nigeria: Army HQ Confirms Explosion in Ikeja Cantonment
"The Nigerian army therefore wishes to assure the public that the situation is under control." Read more »
Nigeria: #Under30EntrepreneursInNigeria - Nothing Prepares You for Entrepreneurial Challenges - Emmaginations' Founder
"When things get rough for me, I ask myself why I started this journey in the first place and what problem I'm solving, and the answer always gets me back on track." Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Troops Rescue Kidnapped NYSC Member, Eight Others - Official
Mr Okeke said that 10 suspected kidnappers were arrested in the rescue of the victims. Read more »
Africa: AU's Membership of the G20 - Why the Pessimism?
While there are legitimate concerns about the 'readiness' of the AU to significantly influence the G20 agenda, there is no basis for pessimism. Read more »
April 01
Nigeria: Trending - Nigerian Man Swims Almost Three Hours Non-Stop Across Third Mainland Bridge
He is the first-ever Nigerian to attain such a feat. Read more »
Nigeria: Treasury Looting and Questions Over Tinubu's Anti-Graft Drive
Mr President, a clear-headed anti-corruption drive would not have condoned the mess in Nigerian Customs that led the EFCC to detain seven of its officials after N12 billion… Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu to Attend Faye's Inauguration As Senegalese President
Mr Tinubu, chairperson of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Governments, will join other regional leaders at the event. Read more »
Nigeria: APC Suspends Women Leader for Attacking Kaduna Governor Over El-Rufai
Kaduna APC Women Leader strongly rebuked Mr Sani for his remarks, recalling how Mr El-Rufai helped him to become governor Picture: Maryam Suleiman/Uba Sani and El-Rufai Read more »
Nigeria: Excessive Rainfall Washing Popular Nigerian Rice Variety Off Local Menu
A significant surge in rainfall in some parts of Nigeria over the decade has affected the country's largely rain-fed farming activities Read more »
Nigeria: Man Arrested for Allegedly Stabbing Elder Brother to Death
The police say the suspect allegedly used a knife to stab his elder brother on 31 March at about 4 a.m. after an argument between them Read more »
Nigeria: Jigawa Governor Announces N1 Million Subsidy for Each Intending Pilgrim
Premium Times reported how the NAHCON has increased the rate for the 2024 Hajj, citing foreign exchange rate adjustment. Read more »
Nigeria: Unilorin Expels, Rusticates 19 Students
Their offences ranged from misconduct, theft, examination malpractice, hostel bed-space racketeering, extortion and assault to admission racketeering Read more »
Nigeria: Zamfara Governor Denies Borrowing 14.26bn
The spokesperson of the governor clarified that no domestic or external loans have been taken since Governor Dauda Lawal took office, pointing out that the amount referred to in… Read more »
Nigeria: Cppe Speaks On CBN Recapitalisation of Banks
"The purpose of adequate capitalization is to ensure the efficiency and stability of the financial system," the think tank said. Read more »
West Africa: Nigeria's Electricity Customers Rose to 12.1 Million in Q4 2023 - NBS
"Total customer numbers in Q4 2023 stood at 12.12 million from 11.71 million in Q3 2023, showing an increase of 3.46 per cent," NBS said. Read more »
March 31
Nigeria: Malabu Oil Deal - Why Court Discharged Ex-AGF Adoke, Six Others
The court said the prosecuting agency, the EFCC, filed a poorly drafted charge against the defendants. Read more »
Nigeria: Amnesty Kicks As Police Declare Nigerian Journalist Wanted
Amnesty asked the Nigerian police to stop intimidation against the journalist. Read more »
March 29
Nigeria: Nigeria's First Lady Donates N1 Billion to Support Fight Against Tuberculosis
Mrs Tinubu dedicated the investiture to one of her staff, who she said lost his life to the disease, and to others with similar fate. Read more »
Nigeria: NSCDC Inaugurates Female Strike Force to Secure Abuja Schools
Mr Odumosu said that the primary responsibility of the strike force was to ensure the safety of all schools in Abuja. Read more »