October 29
Nigeria: Gennex Predicts Increased Solar Adoption in Nigeria
This Day
With the hike in the price of petrol and diesel, coupled with an unreliable electricity supply in Nigeria, Chief Executive Officer of Gennex Technologies, Mr. Patrick Ilo, has said… Read more »
Nigeria: Rivers Govt Harps On Nation's Development At NSC Airfreight Summit
This Day
Rivers State government has expressed deep concern over Nigeria's stagnant development, noting that the country is not moving forward, hence the need for urgent action. Read more »
Nigeria: 'Failure to Promote Govt / Citizens Relationship Bane of Under Devt in Nigeria'
This Day
The absence of practicing people-centred democracy has been described as one of the several factors militating against promoting government -citizens relationships. Read more »
Nigeria: Court Remands Lagos Businessman, Barry Shine, On Alleged Drug Charges
This Day
Lagos Businessman and suspected drug baron, Suleiman Aremu Ganiu, popularly called Barry Shine in his social circle, has been remanded in the custody of Nigerian Correctional… Read more »
Nigeria: Stock Market Drops By N448.4bn On Investors' Profit -Taking in Bua Cement, 27 Others
This Day
The stock market segment of the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) kicked off the new week on a negative note, dropping by N448.41 billion over investors' profit-taking in BUA Cement… Read more »
Nigeria: Police Dismiss, Arraign Officer Who Killed Enugu Ogene Musician
This Day
The Nigeria Police yesterday arraigned before a Chief Magistrate's Court, a Police Inspector, Joseph Ozonwanji, formerly of the Anti-Cultism Police Squad, Enugu, for the murder of… Read more »
Nigeria: Extreme Floods Test Survival and Resilience in a Conflict-Ridden Part of Nigeria
OCHA
Fatima's escape: Displaced and immobile Read more »
Nigeria/Libya: Nigeria Praises CAF Decision in Controversy Over Libya's Treatment of Nigerian Footballers
VOA
Africa's football governing body has sided with Nigeria in that country's dispute with Libya over a canceled qualifying game. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) awarded… Read more »
Nigeria: Oil Wealth and Citizens' Welfare [analysis]
Leadership
Nigeria is blessed with abundant natural resources. However, the nation's laziness and the inexplicable inability of its leaders to explore, exploit and deploy these resources have… Read more »
Nigeria: Nico Boss Congratulates New Oloro of Oro Kingdom
Leadership
The Muwagun of Oro Kingdom, Otunba Biodun Ajiboye, who is also the executive secretary/CEO of the National Institute for Cultural Orientation (NICO), has extended his heartfelt… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerians Deserve Truth, Not Data-Driven Illusions
Leadership
In an age of despair and relentless hardship, Nigerian citizens are enduring conditions that have driven many to question whether our leaders truly understand the depth of their… Read more »
Nigeria: Kenyatta - Only Police, Military Should Have Monopoly of Violence
Leadership
The Former President of Kenya, Uhuru Kenyatta, has said that only the Police and Military should have a monopoly on violence to address insecurity. Read more »
Nigeria: Police Arrest Lady for Faking Kidnap, Death
Leadership
The Orji Police Divisional Headquarters have arrested one Jesse Chidebere 'f', 17yrs, a student of the Imo State University (IMSU), Owerri, for faking her abduction and death. This… Read more »
Nigeria: Emefiele Asked Me Not to Keep Records of Money Collected for Him - Witness
Leadership
A prosecution witness, Monday Osazuwa, yesterday told Justice Rahman Oshodi of the Lagos State Special Offences Court that former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)… Read more »
Nigeria: Varsity Workers' Strike Cripples Academic Activities
Leadership
Academic activities were paralysed yesterday in most universities across the country following the decision of the Non-Academic Staff Union (NASU) and the Senior Staff Association… Read more »
Nigeria: Lagos Moves to Combat Illegal Gambling, Signs MOU With UK
Leadership
In a move set to reshape the gaming landscape in Nigeria, the Lagos State Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the United Kingdom, marking a historic… Read more »
Nigeria: Hardship - Leadership Is Not About Easy Decisions, Says Minister
Leadership
The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has emphasised that authentic leadership involves difficult choices and resilience, reflecting on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's… Read more »
Nigeria: CSO Rejects Calls for TCN MD's Sack
Leadership
A civil society organisation, the National Council for Civil Society Organisations (NACSSO), has criticised calls by some persons for the removal from office of Sule Ahmed… Read more »
Nigeria: Ahmed Musa Knocks NPFL Referees Over Poor Officiating
Daily Trust
Super Eagles and Kano Pillars captain in the 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season, Ahmed Musa, has condemned the poor officiating in the Nigerian topflight… Read more »
October 28
Nigeria/Libya: Libya Punished for Hold-Up of Nigeria Squad Before Cup of Nations Qualifier
RFI
Nigeria will require a point from their last two matches next month to advance to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after continental football chiefs awarded them a 3-0 victory over… Read more »
Nigeria: Investigation - How Nigerian University Ruined Lecturer's Career With Unproven Sexual Assault Allegations
Premium Times
A federal judge described the University of Uyo as "a place where the truth will always be punished senselessly." Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Speaks On Blackout in Northern Nigeria
Premium Times
President Tinubu is saddened by the reports of vandalism and wilful destruction of power infrastructure Read more »
Nigeria: Cholera Outbreak Exposes Gaps in Nigeria's Public Health Infrastructure - NCDC
Premium Times
As of 17 October, NCDC reported 14,237 suspected cases and 378 deaths across 35 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Read more »
Nigeria: Minister Meets Tinubu Over Electricity Situation in Northern Nigeria, Suggests Long-Term Solution
Premium Times
The minister confirmed that the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) had identified the problems, and its engineers are already trying to fix them. Read more »
Nigeria: How Nigerian University Sacked Lecturer Over Vague, Unproven Sexual Assault Allegations
Premium Times
A federal judge described the University of Uyo as "a place where the truth will always be punished senselessly." Read more »
