April 18
Nigeria: Julia Nneji Petitions IGP, Demands Retraction, Apology From Police in 48 Hours
Vanguard
Ihuoma Julia Nneji has petitioned the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, demanding a retraction, within 48 hours, of a "Wanted Person" declaration made on her on… Read more »
Nigeria: Dubai-Taiwan Campaign - Soludo to Suffer Electoral Disgrace - Obidike
Vanguard
The much-touted "African-Dubai-Taiwan" campaign mantra of Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has been described as one of the biggest election campaign scams in… Read more »
Nigeria: 'Instead of Supermarket Job, My Aunt Gave Me Condoms and Sent Me to the Street' - Trafficked Girl Rescued By Nidcom, Nido
Vanguard
One of the girls who were force into prostitution in Ghana but rescued by the Nigerians Diaspora Commission, NIDCOM, have narrated her experience. Read more »
Nigeria: Shettima Urges MDAs to Work Together to Improve Service Delivery
Premium Times
Mr Shettima uged MDAs to prioritise joint planning, data sharing, and the establishment of shared Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in areas where their responsibilities overlap. Read more »
Nigeria: NHIA Commences Free Caesarean Section in Over 100 Hospitals - Official
Premium Times
Mr Ohiri said this is currently active in federal, state, private, and faith-based hospitals across all six geopolitical zones. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Signs MOU With Chocolate City On Creative Industry Infrastructure
Premium Times
The partnership is expected to be implemented through a Joint Working Committee comprising representatives from both organisations. Read more »
Nigeria: ASUU Branch Prepares for Another Strike
Premium Times
This was contained in a statement signed by Peter Adamu, the chairman of the union and issued to journalists on Thursday in Kaduna. Read more »
Ghana: Three More Nigerian Girls Rescued From Human Trafficking in Ghana - NiDCOM
Vanguard
The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has confirmed that three more Nigerian girls trafficked to Ghana have been rescued and repatriated to the country. Read more »
Nigeria: Ndume Condemns Killing of Two Soldiers, Civilians in Gwoza Village By Boko Haram
Vanguard
...Lauds Brigade Commander, Troops Read more »
Nigeria: Meet Nigeria-Born Chef Kwame Onwuachi Who Made Time100 Most Influential List
Vanguard
Kwame Onwuachi's journey from the Bronx to global culinary recognition is a testament to his passion for food, culture, and the rich history of the African diaspora. Read more »
Nigeria: Strengthening Banks to Achieve $1trn Economy - CBN
Vanguard
Building bigger and stronger banks comes with great benefits to the banks, their customers and the wider economy. Read more »
Nigeria: Davido Releases 5th Studio Album, '5ive'
Vanguard
Nigerian singer David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has released his fifth studio album titled '5ive'. Read more »
Nigeria: Police Heighten Security Measures in Lagos Ahead of Easter
Vanguard
As Lagos prepares for the Easter celebrations, the Lagos State Police Command has significantly increased security presence across the state to ensure a peaceful, safe, and… Read more »
Nigeria: Presidency Speaks On Tinubu's Continuous Absence From Nigeria As Criticism Mounts
Premium Times
Spokesperson Bayo Onanuga says Mr Tinubu remains fully engaged in Nigeria's governance even while away in Europe. Read more »
Nigeria: Plateau Govt Orders Investigation As 36 Cows Are Killed By Poison
Premium Times
The cow poisoning is believed to be a continuation of a tit for tat between peasants farmers and cattle herders that has been going on for years. Read more »
Nigeria: No Boko Haram Suspects Apprehended in Lagos - Police
Vanguard
The Police Command in Lagos State has debunked a publication in some newspapers dated April 17, 2025, asserting that hundreds of Boko Haram suspects have been apprehended in Lagos. Read more »
Nigeria: Adesina Extols Buhari's Support During Nomination As AfDB's President
Premium Times
He extolled Mr Buhari for "incredibly supporting" his nomination by former President Goodluck Jonathan. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Slashes Family Planning Budget By 97% Amid Decline in Donor Funding
Premium Times
With donor support decreasing and domestic investment declining, experts worry about the impact on women already facing challenges accessing essential reproductive health services. Read more »
Nigeria: Kaduna Governor Appoints New Head of Service, Others in Key Shake-Up
Premium Times
Governor Sani, while congratulating the appointees, urged them to bring renewed energy, integrity, and commitment to their new roles. He charged them to leverage their experience… Read more »
Nigeria: Climate Impact Could Slash Nigeria's GDP By 55% - NCIC Warns
Vanguard
...as 1,200 Communities Face Imminent Flood Risks Read more »
Nigeria: Govt Asks Ethiopia to Expedite Action On Exchange of Sentenced Persons' Deal
Vanguard
The federal government has asked its Ethiopian counterpart to speed up the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding, MoU, on exchange of sentenced persons between both countries. Read more »
Nigeria: 4,000 Women Benefit From Free Cesarean Section Initiative - Health Minister
Premium Times
Mr Pate emphasised that the government is committed to ensuring no woman dies during childbirth and that every newborn receives the care they deserve Read more »
Nigeria: Onyema Celebrates First Woman to Travel By Air in Umukparo Community
This Day
Air Peace has brought to limelight the inspiring story of Gold Chinyere Ike, the first woman in Umuerim Umukparo in Mbala, Umunneochi LGA, Abia State to board an aeroplane. Read more »
April 17
Africa: Trump to Close Dozens of U.S. Embassies, Including in Africa
Daily Trust
US President, Donald Trump, has initiated a move to shut down several embassies in Africa and other parts of the world, according to CNN. Read more »
Nigeria: 70% of Nigerians Hold Grievances Against Government, Rich People - Report
Premium Times
The respondents also say the selfishness of the rich causes many of Nigeria's problems, which affect ordinary citizens. Read more »
