May 05
Nigeria: Police Arrest 13 Suspects Over Alleged Assault of Journalist
Premium Times
The journalist, Allwell Ene, was reportedly attacked while investigating a phone purchase fraud in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. Read more »
Nigeria: Group Explains Backing of Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan, Cites Record Not Ties
Vanguard
A faith-based civic organisation has backed Senator Natasha H. Akpoti Uduaghan, saying its position is grounded in her record in office, not in any form of relationship, amid… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Moves to Strengthen Climate Accountability With New Transparency Committee
This Day
The federal government has inaugurated a Project Steering Committee (PSC) to drive the implementation of the Global Environment Facility-backed Capacity Building Initiative for… Read more »
Nigeria: NNPC Signs MOU for Restart, Expansion of Warri, Port Harcourt Refineries
Vanguard
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with two Chinese companies for a Technical Equity Partnership (TEP) to… Read more »
Nigeria: 2027 - 'Join NDC Now, or Face Blame for Opposition Failure,' Galadima Warns Atiku
Vanguard
A chieftain of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC), Buba Galadima, has urged former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar to join the party, warning that he could be blamed if… Read more »
Nigeria: Obi Leaving ADC Pushes Igbo Presidency Quest 20 Years Back - Maigari
Vanguard
Hon. Kasimu Maigari, a member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) National Legislators' Forum, believes that former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has… Read more »
Nigeria: Loss of Obi, Kwankwaso 'Not a Mortal Blow' - - ADC
Premium Times
"I will be lying to say it didn't mean anything. These are two significant politicians... When you lose those two politicians, then you will feel that you've lost something. But… Read more »
Nigeria: Experts Urge Kano, Katsina, Jigawa to Boost Funding for Out-of-School Children
Leadership
Education experts and development partners have called on the governments of Kano, Katsina and Jigawa States to prioritise dedicated budgetary allocations for Early Childhood Care,… Read more »
Nigeria: Northern Youths Back Tinubu's Emergency Declaration On Insecurity, Poverty
Leadership
A coalition of northern youth groups under the Northern Youth Frontiers has expressed support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu following his declaration of insecurity and poverty as… Read more »
Nigeria: Again, APC Extends Sale, Submission of Forms, Adjusts Screening Timelines
Leadership
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has for the second time, extended the sale and submission of aspirants' expression of interest and nomination forms. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Visa Applicants Face Continuous Security Vetting After Approval, U.S. Warns
Vanguard
United States Mission in Nigeria has said that visa applicants, including those of Nigerians, were subject to continuous security vetting, even after their visas had been approved. Read more »
Nigeria: 16 Killed in Attacks On Katsina Villages, Plateau Communities
Vanguard
No fewer than 16 persons have been killed following a reprisal attack by bandits on communities in Kankia Local Government Area of Katsina State, and in a fresh attack by… Read more »
Nigeria: Govt, Striking Varsity Workers' Talks Deadlock As Shutdown Worsens Nationwide
Vanguard
ABUJA/JOS--The meeting between the Federal Government and the non-academic staff in the nation's public universities yesterday ended in a deadlock as the nationwide strike by… Read more »
Nigeria: Xenophobia - Govt Demands Probe Into Killing of Nigerians in South Africa
Vanguard
Abuja- The Federal Government has demanded a thorough and impartial investigation into the deaths of two Nigerians in South Africa, as it moves to fast-track the implementation of… Read more »
Nigeria: Imperatives for Reintegration of Terrorists Into Society [editorial]
Premium Times
A reintegration strategy can only be effective from a position of strength -- when it becomes clear that the state will neutralise the kingpins and anyone who persists in… Read more »
Nigeria: NEMSA, NERC Collaborate On Safety Enforcement in Power Sector
This Day
The Nigerian Electricity Management Services Agency (NEMSA) and the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) have reaffirmed their commitment to stronger institutional… Read more »
Nigeria: CBN's Reforms Bolstering Economy's Resilience, Rekindling Growth Prospects
This Day
Some of the reforms introduced by the Central Bank of Nigeria are serving as buffers against global economic shocks, helping to sustain confidence of investors and raising growth… Read more »
Nigeria: Akume's Quiet Reset in Benue to Bring Peace, Shared Sense of Purpose
This Day
For a state long defined by its struggles with insecurity and political division, Benue is beginning to chart a different course. At the heart of this shift is a decisive… Read more »
Nigeria: Govt May Shut Eko Bridge Carriageway
Premium Times
This comes less than a week after the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, announced the federal government's approval of the demolition and reconstruction of the Carter Bridge at a cost… Read more »
Nigeria: Jim Ovia Retires As Zenith Bank Chairman As Bello Steps in
Leadership
Zenith Bank has announced the retirement of its founder and group chairman, Jim Ovia, following the expiration of his tenure in line with regulatory requirements. Read more »
Nigeria: Rainstorm Kills 2, Destroys 50 Houses in Kaduna Lga
Vanguard
A rainstorm has claimed two lives and destroyed more than 50 houses in Dokan Mai-Jama'a, Chikun Local Government Area, Kaduna State. Read more »
Nigeria: Thousands of Keke Riders Rally for Mbah's Re-Election in Enugu
Vanguard
Thousands of tricycle riders across Enugu State turned out in a massive show of support for Governor Peter Mbah on Monday, endorsing his reelection bid in a display of growing… Read more »
Kenya: Ruto-Tinubu Banter - - Linguistic Rivals Nigeria and Kenya Provide Economic Food for Thought [opinion]
Daily Maverick
Amid playful jabs between Kenyan President Ruto and Nigerian President Tinubu, an economic reality check reminds us that humour can't mask the pressing challenges both nations… Read more »
Nigeria: Zenith Bank Appoints Mustafa Bello As Jim Ovia Retires As Group Chairman
Premium Times
According to Zenith Bank, Mr Bello has extensive leadership experience at the board and executive levels, with a strong understanding of corporate governance principles and… Read more »
Nigeria: We Won't Hand Over Party to Kwankwaso - Kano NDC Chair
Premium Times
Mr Kwankwaso joined the NDC on Sunday alongside Peter Obi. Read more »
