June 18
Nigeria: NEC Approves N83.2bn to Tackle Flooding, Climate-Related Emergencies
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The National Economic Council has approved N83.2 billion for proactive interventions to mitigate flooding and other climate-related disasters across Nigeria, as authorities warn of… Read more »
Nigeria: Ogun Bans Graduation, End-of-Session Parties Across Public, Private Schools
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The Ogun State Government threatened to sanction any school found flouting the directive would be sanctioned in accordance with applicable regulations. Read more »
Nigeria: 11 Soldiers, 22 Terrorists Killed in Deadly Airport Attack
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Explosions and gunfire lasting more than an hour erupted early Thursday morning at Diori Hamani International Airport in Niamey, the capital of Niger. Read more »
Nigeria: Stop Giving Publicity to Terrorists, Information Minister Urges Nigerian Media
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Please take these terrorists and criminals off your front pages," the minister said. "This is what they crave for free of charge." Read more »
Nigeria: Xenophobia - Boycotting Pan-African Firms Threatens Jobs, Economic Integration - Mupita
Leadership
As renewed xenophobic attacks against foreign nationals in South Africa continue to generate outrage across the continent, president and chief executive officer of MTN Group, Ralph… Read more »
Nigeria: Poor Data Infrastructure Undermines Banks Ai Profitability Drive - Report
Leadership
As banks in Nigeria and across the African continent accelerate investments in artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance operations and improve customer experience, experts have… Read more »
Nigeria: Arresting Journalists Not the Answer to Media-Security Disputes, IPI Tells Nigerian Authorities
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The President of IPI Nigeria, Musikilu Mojeed, said tensions between journalists and security agencies should be managed through dialogue, professional accountability structures… Read more »
Nigeria: #ekitidecides2026 - Oyebanji, 13 Challengers in Race for Ekiti Government House
Premium Times
Despite the array of parties and candidates, only two parties, the PDP and the ADC, have shown the capacity to run against the tide of the election. Read more »
Nigeria: Ambition Without Architecture - Why Nigeria Must Regulate AI [opinion]
Premium Times
When technology advances this fast without safeguards, it ceases to be neutral; it deepens inequality and erodes citizens' dignity. Read more »
Africa: The Quiet Work of Becoming - Why Africa Needs Leaders Who Are More Present Than Performative [opinion]
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As Africa continues its journey of renewal and transformation, perhaps the most important leadership question is not how much influence we have, how many people we lead, or how… Read more »
Nigeria: 'It Hurts Beyond Words' - Osimhen Opens Up On Nigeria's World Cup Heartbreak
Leadership
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has spoken candidly about Nigeria's failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, describing the disappointment as a painful setback for both… Read more »
Nigeria: Safety Investigation Bureau Probes Benue Boat Accident
Leadership
The Nigeria Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB), has begun probe into the deadly boat accident in Benue State that claimed 11 lives.NSIB director general Alex Badeh Jr., led a team… Read more »
Nigeria: DBN Secures €200m European Investment Bank Loan for Green Digital Growth
Leadership
The European Investment Bank's development arm, EIB Global, and the Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) have signed a €200 million financing agreement aimed at supporting… Read more »
Nigeria: Why Kidnappers Are Raiding Schools - Way Out - Naptan Boss
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The Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the National Parent Teacher Association of Nigeria, NAPTAN, Chief Deolu Ogunbanjo, has said kidnappers and criminal elements are focusing… Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Unveils Ambitious Blue Economy Plan, Targets 5m Ocean Jobs By 2035
This Day
President Bola Tinubu has unveiled an ambitious maritime development agenda aimed at creating five million ocean-based jobs by 2035, while positioning Nigeria as a leading force in… Read more »
Nigeria: SSS Backs Trust Fund Bill, Urges Ban On Foreign Donations, Governance Reforms
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The Service cautioned against institutional overlap in a separate bill establishing a strategic intelligence training institute, urging lawmakers to redefine its mandate to focus… Read more »
Nigeria: #ekitidecides2026 - How We'll Secure Ekiti Gov Poll, Check Vote Buying - Police
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The police assured residents of adequate security arrangements to guarantee the safe movement of election materials and the conduct of a peaceful, free and credible election on… Read more »
Nigeria: Three Months After Speaking Out, Indabo Residents Still Await Improved Phc Services [blog]
Nigeria Health Watch
Three months after residents raised concerns about poor healthcare services during a town hall meeting, many of the same challenges continue to affect patients at Indabo Primary… Read more »
Nigeria: Two Vigilantes Killed As Gunmen Attack Plateau Community
Vanguard
No fewer than two local vigilante members were killed Wednesday night after suspected gunmen, said to be over 100 in number, attacked Rangarasa village in Rantya community, Jos… Read more »
Nigeria: Arochukwu Weeps As Alexx Ekubo's Body Arrives Home for Final Rites
Vanguard
Tears and sorrow filled the ancient town of Arochukwu, Abia State, on Thursday as the remains of Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo arrived for burial. Read more »
Nigeria: Gbenga Hashim Welcomes Us-Iran Peace Agreement
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Presidential Candidate of the Accord Party and Co-Chairman of the Movement for Democratic Renewal (MDR), Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has welcomed the agreement between the United… Read more »
Nigeria: Court Declares Adenike Lawful Widow of Tosin Ajayi, Rejects Helen Prest's Claim
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A Lagos State High Court sitting in Ikeja has declared Mrs. Adenike Ajayi the sole and lawful widow of the late founder and Chief Executive Officer of First Foundation Hospital,… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerians and the 2027 Election [opinion]
This Day
Amidst the jarring noise from the forest where Nigerians, including children, teachers, men, and women, are held by captives, drumbeats are beginning to rise into the air in a… Read more »
Nigeria: Kidnappings Incorporated - a Sequel [opinion]
This Day
In my column of 17 March 2021, 'Kidnappings Incorporated!', I shared the story of Nuhu Tanko, a gardener at the Shehu Musa Yar'Adua Centre in Abuja, whose two brothers were… Read more »
Nigeria: Booldo Focuses On Real Betting Offers, Not Predictions
Leadership
Betting predictions are everywhere- Who will win. Who will score. Which odds look "too good to miss." The language is confident, the graphics are convincing, and the promise is… Read more »
