April 20
Nigeria: FCT Teachers Resume Strike Today, Halt School Resumption
Daily Trust
Primary and secondary school teachers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) today resumed an indefinite strike in all the public schools. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria to Send 200 Special Forces to Türkiye for Training - Minister
Daily Trust
The Minister of Defence, retired Gen. Christopher Musa, has said that Nigeria and Türkiye have reached an agreement to immediately deploy 200 Nigerian Special Forces for… Read more »
Nigeria: 2027 - Total Shutdown As Enugu West Zone Endorses Tinubu, Mbah for Second Term
This Day
The people of Enugu West Senatorial District have endorsed President Bola Tinubu and the state governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, for a second term in office, citing their policies,… Read more »
Nigeria: Amnesty, CSOs Flay NBC Over Directive to Broadcasters
Daily Trust
Amnesty International, Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) and former vice president Atiku Abubakar have criticised the recent advisory issued by the National Broadcasting… Read more »
Nigeria: Govt Denies Alleged Hidden Spending, Diversion of Federation Revenue
This Day
*Says interpretations reflect misunderstanding of fiscal system Read more »
Nigeria: Police Arrest 60-Year-Old Suspected Gun Runner, Recover Firearms
Premium Times
The police said the suspect has provided useful information about a network fabricating and distributing illegal arms in Cross River State. Read more »
Africa: PFL Africa GM On Kigali Reflections, Maiden Nigeria Showdown
New Times
Following a successful event at SunBet Arena in Pretoria, South Africa, on April 10, PFL Africa is set to make its debut in Nigeria, with the next stop scheduled for June 13 at the… Read more »
Nigeria: Catholic Group Warns Mothers Against Leaving Child Upbringing to Domestic Aides
Premium Times
The trend reflected misplaced priorities, with some mothers pursuing less meaningful interests while leaving children's moral and social development to domestic aides, the group… Read more »
Nigeria: Sterling Bank, Mutual Benefits, NPF Microfinance Bank Top Stock Pick This Week
Premium Times
This is not a buy, sell or hold recommendation but a stock investment guide. You may need to involve your financial advisor before taking investment decisions. Read more »
Nigeria: JRB Partners Nigerian Police to Eliminate Illegal Roadblocks, Strengthen Tax Compliance Nationwide
Premium Times
The police also emphasized the need for a balanced approach, combining enforcement with stakeholder engagement, to address the root causes of illegal tax collection, including the… Read more »
Nigeria: Zedcrest Strengthens Institutional Play With Expanded Offerings, New Leadership
Vanguard
Zedcrest Group, a leading financial services firm in Africa, continues to accelerate its growth and solidify its position as a provider of comprehensive, institutional-grade… Read more »
Nigeria: Cardoso Living Up to His Promise - 2 [opinion]
Vanguard
Cardoso lacks Soludo's charisma and intimidating stage presence. Criticism of CBN's is not dismissed with scorn without a thought regarding their validity. He was either blessed… Read more »
Nigeria: Osun 2026 - Oyebamiji Promises Inclusive Governance, Woos Non-Indigenes
This Day
The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Osun State, Bola Oyebamiji, has pledged that his administration would integrate non-indigenes and other interest… Read more »
Nigeria: Rainstorm - TCN Declares Force Majeure On Ikeja West-Osogbo Line
This Day
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has declared a force majeure on the Ikeja West-Osogbo 330kV transmission line following a severe rainstorm that damaged critical… Read more »
Nigeria: As Deadline Looms, Opposition Forces Consider PRP As Backup Platform
This Day
With just days to the deadline for submission of party membership register to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), embattled opposition figures within the African… Read more »
Nigeria: Nova Bank - Efficiency Not Size Will Define Next Phase of Banking Competition
This Day
Chairman, NOVA Commercial Bank, Phillips Oduoza, has articulated a clear vision centered on superior customer experience, relationship-driven banking, and robust corporate… Read more »
Africa: African Players in Europe - Goals for Salah, Beto in Merseyside Derby
Vanguard
Egypt captain Mohamed Salah scored for Liverpool and Guinea-Bissau striker Beto for Everton in the Merseyside derby which the Reds won 2-1 at the weekend. Read more »
Nigeria: Manufacturers Fault World Bank's Proposal to Reinstate Petrol Import Licences
Vanguard
Manufacturers under the aegis of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria have faulted the call by the World Bank for Nigeria to reinstate petrol import licences in order to… Read more »
Nigeria: NMA - Governance, Welfare Disputes Trigger Leadership Change in Lagos
Premium Times
An analysis of the documents by PREMIUM TIMES indicates that disagreements had been building over several days, with members raising concerns about governance processes and… Read more »
Nigeria: Serie A - Nigerian Player Could Face Disciplinary Action for Fighting Fan
Daily Trust
Hellas Verona has revealed that Nigerian striker, Gift Orban, will face disciplinary action for violent conduct after video surfaced of the 23-year-old fighting a fan. Read more »
Nigeria: Fed Housing Estate Umuahia's Groundbreaking Holds Tuesday, 21 April [press release]
Premium Times
The ceremony is scheduled for 11 a.m. at the project site, Umuahia North, along Ubani-Uzuakoli Road, by Dawis School, according to a statement issued on Monday by the Abia State… Read more »
Nigeria: AIG Orders Joint Operations After Pirates Abducted 15 On Nigerian Waterways
Premium Times
The police say coordinated inter-state operations are underway to rescue the abducted ferry passengers. Read more »
Nigeria: Benue, Nasarawa Lead North-Central in 2026 Education Budget, but None Meets Benchmark
Premium Times
Benue and Nasarawa lead North Central's push to boost education funding in 2026, yet all six states still lag behind Nigeria's 26 per cent benchmark. Read more »
Nigeria: Global Health Partnership Secures $806m to Tackle Maternal, Child Deaths
Premium Times
It is also expected to mobilise up to $12.5 billion in World Bank financing, $17.8 billion from partners, and $21.4 billion in domestic resources to scale high-impact health and… Read more »
Nigeria: Amid Water Access Gaps in Lagos, Firm Installs Pilot Filtration System At Lasuth
Premium Times
Langovest said the initiative is part of the company's corporate social responsibility and reflects its broader goal of developing scalable infrastructure solutions. Read more »
