October 25
Nigeria: Binance CEO Relieved by Tigran Gambaryan's Release [press release]
allAfrica
"We are deeply relieved and grateful that Tigran Gambaryan has finally been released after enduring nearly eight months of detention in Nigeria. Throughout this difficult period,… Read more »
Nigeria: Lokpobiri Assures Kogi of Support in Bid to Increase Oil Production
Vanguard
The Minister of State Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri has assured the Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Usman Ododo of Federal Government's support in the quest… Read more »
Nigeria: Ondo Anti-Corruption Commission Receives 36 Petitions in 7 Months
Vanguard
-- No Petition Will Be Swept Under the Carpet, Says Chairman Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's External Reserves Hits $40.2bn - CBN
Vanguard
The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN said that the nation's external reserves has risen to $40.2 billion as at October 18, 2024. Read more »
Nigeria: All 8 Passengers in Bonny Chopper Disaster Feared Dead - Police
Vanguard
NSIB investigates helicopter crash Read more »
Nigeria: VP Shettima's Plane Damaged in New York, CHOGM Trip Cancelled
Premium Times
It is the second time in five months that Mr Shettima would cancel an official trip due to plane problem. Read more »
Nigeria: What Tinubu's Cabinet Reshuffle Means for Kano APC [opinion]
Premium Times
President Tinubu says the reshuffle is part of "eight far-reaching actions to reinvigorate the Administration's capacity for optimal efficiency pursuant of his commitment to… Read more »
Nigeria: Music Video Production, Promotion Now Cost N100 Million, Timaya Laments
Premium Times
"When you call these young Nigerian artistes, they tell you ₦50 million, ₦30 million, because they're spending a lot of money and need to make it back." Read more »
Nigeria: Shell Divestment - Amnesty Warns Against Worsening Human Rights Abuses in Niger Delta
This Day
Amnesty International has urged federal government of Nigeria to ensure that Shell's planned sale of its operations in the Niger Delta region, does not worsen human rights abuses… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria-Vietnam Business Group Holds Meeting to Improve Bilateral Trade
This Day
The Embassy of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam in collaboration with the Nigeria-Vietnam Economic, Trade and Cultural Association, (NVETCA) will be holding a high-level Round… Read more »
Nigeria: Govt Calls for Local Solutions to Curb Climate Impact On Health
This Day
The federal government yesterday called for local solutions and better partnerships to tackle the growing effects of climate change on health in the country. Read more »
Nigeria: To Avert Plane Crash, Govt May Shut Down Enugu Airport Over Deteriorating Runway
This Day
The federal government may shut down Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu for the rehabilitation of the runway, to make it safe for air travellers. Read more »
Nigeria: Okonjo-Iweala Disowns Separatist Ekpa Over Fake World Bank, IMF Loan for Biafra
Leadership
The Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has publicly distanced herself from claims made by a Biafra separatist Simon Ekpa, who claimed… Read more »
Nigeria: Abia Pensioners to Otti - We Are Yet to Receive Full Pension Arrears, Gratuity
Vanguard
The Nigeria Union of Pensioners, NUP, Abia State branch, has denied receiving full payment of arrears of pensions and gratuity from the state government. Read more »
Nigeria: Elegance, Sophistication of the New Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim
Vanguard
The new Minister of Women Affairs, Hon Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim has a proven track record of service, integrity, and most importantly, a very compassionate and empathetic woman who… Read more »
Nigeria/Libya: CAF Set for Verdict On Botched Libya-Nigeria Afcon Qualifier
Premium Times
Sources close to Libya Al-Ahrar Channel indicate that the Libyan Football Federation will appeal the decision if it is unfavorable Read more »
October 24
Nigeria: Nigeria's Electricity Grid Suffers 162 Collapses in 11 Years - Power Generation Companies
Premium Times
"From the association data taken from 2013 till date the grid has collapsed 162 times." Read more »
Nigeria: Hope or Hardship for Nigeria? Tinubu's Economic Reforms and Their Fallout
HRW
Nigeria is grappling with its worst cost of living crisis in nearly 30 years - and President Bola Tinubu, who was praised as a "renewer of hope" just last year, is partially… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Charges Journalist, Others With Spreading Rumour of Plot to Remove Akpabio
Premium Times
The defendants were alleged to have published false information on 16 October that the State Security Service (SSS) laid siege to the National Assembly with a view to effect the… Read more »
Nigeria: Seun Kuti Gets Heavier Yet
Afropop
Seun Kuti, youngest son of the Afrobeat legend and founder, is just out with his seventh studio album, Heavier Yet (Lays The Crownless Head). It's a strong set of tracks, featuring… Read more »
Liberia: Who Is Trying to Influence Oil Block Bid for Nigerian Businessman Eze?
Liberian Investigator
In early October, Rustonlyn Suacoco Dennis, President and CEO of the National Oil Company of Liberia (NOCAL), extended an invitation to international oil and gas investors during… Read more »
Nigeria: Govt Blames Hoarders For Driving Inflation
Daily Trust
Hoarders of grains have been identified as significant contributors to food inflation in the country. Read more »
Nigeria: Investing in Monetizable Skills'll Help GDP, Expert Advises FG
Vanguard
The President Bola Tinubu-led government and other African leaders have been urged to emulate China by massively investing in employable and monetizable skills in youths to… Read more »
Nigeria: Meet Nigeria's New Education Ministers
Premium Times
Mr Tinubu announced Tunji Alaussa as the new Minister of Education and Suwaiba Ahmad as the Minister of State for Education. Read more »
Nigeria: Defence Minister Visits Zamfara, Hails Governor for His Support of Fight Against Bandits
Premium Times
The minister said the successes of the ongoing operation against bandits in the state are linked to the continued support of Governor Lawal's administration. Read more »
