February 16
Nigeria: Lassa Fever - NCDC Raises Alarm Over Infections, Deaths Among Healthcare Workers
According to the NCDC, infections among healthcare workers have been reported in several states, including Ondo, Edo, Bauchi, Taraba, Ebonyi and Benue. Read more »
Nigeria: FCT Police Arrest 13 Suspected Armed Robbers
The police disclosed this in a situation report (SITREP) seen by PREMIUM TIMES on Monday. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Files Cybercrime Charges Against El-Rufai Over Alleged Interception of NSA's Phone
The charges followed Mr El-Rufai's during a televised interview on Arise TV in which he claimed that he and unnamed person had access to Mr Ribadu's private telephone… Read more »
Nigeria: Soldiers, Local Security Guards Kill Two Terrorists in Ondo - Official
"The success of the operation highlights the Nigerian Army's unwavering resolve to deny criminal elements freedom of action..." Read more »
Nigeria: Governor Bala Mohammed Rolls Out 40 Tractors to Boost Rural Agriculture
"This initiative reflects my administration's strong commitment to agricultural modernization, environmental protection, and the improvement of livelihoods in rural communities… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Soldiers Dislodge Terrorists in Benue
Ahmad Zubairu, the acting spokesperson for the operation, disclosed this in a statement Sunday evening. Read more »
Nigeria: UniAbuja Council Appoints Two Deputy Vice-Chancellors
"The two senior academics were earlier returned unopposed following the recommendation of the Vice-Chancellor..." Read more »
Nigeria: Obaigbena Unveils Lekeelekee Social Media Platform
Mr Obaigbena called on users to embrace LekeeLekee, describing it as an opportunity to participate in shaping a more equitable digital landscape. Read more »
Nigeria: Access Holdings, Aiico, Transcorp Top Stock Picks This Week
This is not a buy, sell or hold recommendation but a stock investment guide. You may need to involve your financial advisor before making investment decisions. Read more »
Nigeria: FRSC Denies 120 Fatalities Report On Damaturu-Buni Yadi Road
Official 2025 statistics presented at the year-end briefing showed road traffic crashes fell by 26 per cent. The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Yobe sector command, has refuted… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Declares Renewed Support for South Sudan Peace Process
President Tinubu urges the release of Sudan's first Vice President, Riek Machar. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria to Provide Office, Ships, Helicopters for Gulf of Guinea Security Force HQ
"As host of this taskforce, Nigeria will provide infrastructure, including office buildings, ships, helicopters and temporary personnel." Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria, Angola Sign Visa-Exemption Agreement for Diplomats, Government Officials
"Visa exemption arrangement will facilitate smoother official exchanges, deepen institutional cooperation, and..." Read more »
Nigeria: FCT Council Election - Supreme Court Replaces APC Chairmanship Candidate in Bwari
The judgement came just five days to the local elections expected to be held on Saturday (21 February) in the six council areas, including Bwari, in the Federal Capital Territory,… Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Arrives Adamawa, to Inaugurate Key Projects
Mr Tinubu is expected to commission several projects in Adamawa during the visit, including roads and schools. Read more »
Nigeria: Equity, Elections, and Electronics, By Doyin Salami & Uddin Ifeanyi
A far more important contribution to this discussion on electoral reform would have been served by commissioning a short document to spell out what is needed to ensure reliable… Read more »
Nigeria: Iwobi Hits Fulham Century, Sadiq Umar Ends Laliga Goal Drought in Style
Super Eagles stars were at the centre of attention across England and Spain on Sunday, as Alex Iwobi reached a major milestone in the FA Cup while Sadiq Umar ended a long LaLiga… Read more »
Nigeria: Muri - 50 Years After..., By Wole Olaoye
Murtala Muhammed's historic "Africa has come of age" speech, delivered at the Organisation of African Unity summit in Addis Ababa, was the continent's liberation manifesto. Read more »
Nigeria: Abubakar Malami - Chief Law Officer As Law Breaker, By Chido Onumah
The jury is still out, but Abubakar Malami will go down in infamy as the worst attorney general and minister of justice of the federal republic. Read more »
Nigeria: INEC As the Enabler of Grand Corruption in Nigeria, By Umar Yakubu
Until we secure political finance transparency, we may win the battle for the ballot, but we will continue to lose the war for good governance. Read more »
Nigeria: The Economic and Security Benefits of Ranching Reform
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu recently reaffirmed his administration's commitment to comprehensive ranching and livestock reforms at the National Economic Council (NEC) conference in… Read more »
Nigeria: Channels Television Cameraman Dies Days After Bauchi Road Crash
He was one of the 13 journalists injured in the crash that occurred on 6 February in Bauchi State. Read more »
Nigeria: Editorial - Tinubu, Release Withheld Osun Council Funds Now!
The Supreme Court ruling dictates that this decision should be complied with without further delay. Read more »
Nigeria: Unanswered Questions Trail Nwabali's Abrupt Chippa Exit
For now, Nwabali finds himself in limbo: a national team regular without a club. Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa/Nigeria: NFF Reacts to FIFA 'Verdict' On Nigeria-DR Congo Eligibility Dispute
Nigeria's petition focused on DR Congo's domestic law, which largely prohibits dual citizenship for adults Read more »
