Nigeria, officially the Federal Republic of Nigeria, is a country in West Africa between the Sahel to the north and the Gulf of Guinea in the Atlantic Ocean to the south. It covers an area of 923,769 square kilometres (356,669 mi2). With a population of more than 236 million, it is the most populous country in Africa, and the world's sixth-most populous country. Nigeria borders Niger in the north, Chad in the northeast, Cameroon in the east, and Benin in the west. Nigeria is a federal republic comprising 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, where its capital, Abuja, is located. The largest city in Nigeria by population is Lagos, one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world and the largest in Africa.
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Another unusual feature of the election is that the three leading candidates are all from the Osun West Senatorial District. The post ANALYSIS: #OsunDecides2026: How governorship election will be won and lost appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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The TikToker expressed frustration with his family’s growing social media presence and criticised his parents over their conduct at his recent wedding. The post ‘My entire family is now on social media’ — Peller laments after wedding appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Tanzanians and fans of the singer are calling on Priscilla, daughter of actress Iyabo Ojo, to “release” their son. The post Free Juma Jux” trends as Tanzanians blame Priscilla Ojo for singer’s weight loss appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
As governments consider tougher age restrictions on social media, a Nigerian youth advocate argues that keeping children safe online requires more than simply keeping them off the platforms. The post Why banning under-16s from social media may not be the answer — Adebayo Tijani appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
With the addition of the SDP, candidates of 15 political parties will contest Saturday’s Osun governorship election, including incumbent Governor Ademola Adeleke, who is seeking re-election. The post Osun 2026: INEC adds SDP candidate to ballot three days to election appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The Nigeria Immigration Service, NIS, Ogun State Command and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, have pledged stronger collaboration with the Ogun State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board, OGMPWB, as preparations intensify for the 2027 Hajj exercise. The commitments were made during separate engagements between the agencies and the management of the Pilgrims Board in […] NIS, NDLEA deepen partnership with Ogun pilgrims board ahead of 2027 HAJJ
The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, has lifted the suspension on Bendel Insurance head coach, Kennedy Boboye. The decision cleared the way for Boboye to return to the dugout ahead of of the 2026-27 season. The NPFL announced the decision in a letter signed by Chief Operating Officer Davidson Owumi, on Wednesday. The NPFL said […] NPFL lifts suspension on Bendel Insurance head coach Boboye
The death toll from a series of attacks along the Rafin Kada–Wukari road in Wukari Local Government Area of Taraba State has reportedly risen to 11 following fresh casualties recorded along the troubled route. The latest incident, which began on Tuesday, reportedly claimed the lives of six passengers who sustained gunshot injuries while travelling in a […] Death toll in Taraba attacks rises to 11
The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has raised an alarm over alleged plans to arrest the National Secretary of the party, Rauf Aregbesola. This was contained in a statement by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, on Wednesday. Abdullahi said, given the pattern of intimidation, harassment and misuse of state institutions that has increasingly characterised the conduct […] Osun Election: ADC raises alarm over alleged plot to arrest Aregbesola
Indigenes of Ogbomoso in Oyo State, under the auspices of Egbe Omo Ogbomoso Parapo, have petitioned Governor Seyi Makinde over an alleged plan to allocate a farm settlement in the area to developers. The indigenes rejected the alleged plan to allocate the farm settlement to property developers by the Oyo State Government. They said the […] Ogbomoso indigenes petition Makinde over alleged allocation of farm settlement to developers
The Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, at the Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University, formerly the Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi, has declared a total and comprehensive strike with immediate effect. This was announced in a statement by the chairperson of the union, Terseer Abari, on Wednesday. Abari said the decision to embark on the strike was […] ASUU Benue varsity chapter begins strike over unpaid salaries
Galatasaray have ruled out any possibility of selling their striker Victor Osimhen to Al-Hilal. This comes after the Saudi Arabian club entered the race to sign the Nigerian international as they aim to sell former Real Madrid striker, Karim Benzema before the end of the current summer transfer window. According to transfer expert, Sacha Tavolieri, […] Turkey: Galatasaray take decision on selling Osimhen to Al-Hilal
The Nigeria Police Command in Lagos has declared two persons wanted over their alleged involvement in the murder of a woman in the Ikoyi area of Lagos. The command disclosed this in separate notices released on its X account on Wednesday. The suspects declared wanted by the police are Folawiyo Alagbado and Ajibola Obateru, whose […] Nigeria Police declare two persons wanted over alleged murder in Lagos
The Rivers State Government has dismissed reports suggesting a disagreement between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and members of the Rivers State House of Assembly over the 2026 Appropriation Bill. In a statement on Wednesday, the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Onwuka Nzeshi, said Governor Fubara was not at loggerheads with the lawmakers, but was working closely with […] Fubara not at loggerheads with state Assembly — Rivers govt
The Nigerian government under has constituted a special tribunal to handle matters concerning adverts in the country. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, inaugurated the members of the court on Tuesday, insisting that the era of advertisers refusing to pay adverts placed on media platforms is over. He said this was another […] Nigerian govt sets up court to tackle fraud, advertising offences
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has disclosed that Dr Francis Olugbenga Ajala, the candidate representing the Social Democratic Party, SDP, for the Osun State Governorship Election, alongside his running mate, Faseke Babajimi Oladipo, has been officially included on the ballot for the upcoming election. This decision was made in accordance with the ruling issued […] Osun Election: INEC adds SDP candidate, Ajala on ballot
The National Security Adviser, NSA Nuhu Ribadu, on Wednesday, led a Nigerian delegation to the United States-Nigeria Joint Working Group meeting in Washington, DC, to discuss the security situation in the country. The meeting is focused on counterterrorism efforts, progress recorded so far and the next steps in security cooperation between Nigeria and the United States. […] NSA, minister of defence, others storm US over insecurity in Nigeria
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has urged political actors and residents of Osun State to embrace peace, tolerance and responsible engagement ahead of the Saturday’s governorship election. Oyintiloye made the appeal while addressing journalists during a programme organised for informal workers in Ibokun, Obokun Local Government Area of the state […] Osun Guber: APC chieftain urges peaceful engagement ahead of poll
Timi Frank, an opposition leader and former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has demanded the immediate suspension of Senator Francis Fadahunsi over alleged inflammatory remarks concerning the forthcoming Osun State governorship election. DAILY POST reports that, in a video circulating online, the senator, speaking in Yoruba, accused Accord Party members […] Osun Election: Suspend Fadahunsi immediately – Ex-APC deputy spokesperson to Senate
Ahead of the Saturday gubernatorial election, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Joe Igbokwe, has declared that Osun State belongs to the ruling party. Igbokwe made the assertion in a short post he shared on his official Facebook page on Wednesday. According to him, the political dynamics in the state, coupled with President Bola Tinubu’s status […] Tinubu is citizen of Osun – Joe Igbokwe on why APC will take over
Former England international, Rio Ferdinand, has named Manchester City midfielder, Rodri as the most important footballer for any team on the planet at the moment. Speaking on his podcast, Ferdinand also described the Spain captain as a top player. “He’s won the Ballon d’Or, he’s won everything,” the Manchester United legend said of Rodri. “If […] Rio Ferdinand names most important footballer for any team on planet
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Barcelona have completed the signing of Josue Caicedo from LDU Quito. The 18-year-old will train with the B team of the Catalan club. Barca have agreed a loan deal with an option to buy for €2.5 million. This was revealed by football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, via his X account on Wednesday. Romano wrote: “Official, […] Transfer: Caicedo’s move to Barcelona confirmed
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A civil society organisation and election observer, Yiaga Africa, has urged journalists to educate voters in Osun State on the new electoral innovations to be deployed by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, during Saturday’s governorship election. Samson Itodo, Executive Director of Yiaga Africa, gave the charge in Osogbo on Wednesday at a workshop organised […] Osun Guber: Educate voters on new electoral innovations — Yiaga Africa charges journalists
For Adebanjo Oluolamide, graduating from Lagos State University with a 4.97 CGPA was the culmination of years of academic discipline, research and relentless focus. The post How LASU’s Aerospace Engineering graduate, Adebanjo Oluolamide, achieved 4.97 CGPA appeared first on Vanguard News.
Former Barcelona head coach Xavi Hernández has agreed to become the new head coach of the Netherlands national team. The post Xavi agrees deal to become new Netherlands coach appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Ikechukwu Nnochiri ABUJA— The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has demanded the immediate suspension and arrest of the Senator for Osun East Senatorial District, Francis Fadahunsi, for allegedly inciting his supporters to kill members of the Accord Party ahead of Saturday’s governorship poll in the state. The Commission, in a statement signed by its […] The post Osun Election: NHRC seeks Fadahunsi’s arrest as Adeyanju writes UK, US for visa ban appeared first on Vanguard News.
OSOGBO — The Accord Party has appealed to the European Union (EU) to monitor the political situation in Osun State and use its diplomatic influence to promote a peaceful and credible governorship election scheduled for Saturday. The party made the appeal in a letter dated August 12, 2026, and addressed to Gautier Migot, Head of […] The post Osun Election: Accord alleges 29 deaths, seeks EU intervention appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused the All Progressives Congress (APC) of treating the Osun governorship election as a do-or-die contest, alleging that its rhetoric suggests bloodshed could be the price for retaining political power. The party said the increasingly combative tone around the election was dangerous, stressing that […] The post Osun Election: PDP accuses APC of treating election as war, blood price for power appeared first on Vanguard News.
The ADC expressed concern that such an action could be intended to disrupt its campaign and election-day activities, particularly Aregbesola’s role in coordinating the party’s efforts. The post Osun election: ADC raises alarm over alleged plan to arrest Aregbesola appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has warned that voter apathy among young Nigerians is weakening the country’s democracy, urging youths to convert their numerical strength into electoral power by actively participating in elections and governance. The warning came yesterday in Abuja at the party’s 2026 International Youth Day programme, where […] The post Voter apathy: Youth silence is killing democracy — PDP appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — Accord Party has appealed to the European Union, EU, to urgently deploy preventive diplomacy to ease mounting political tension in Osun State ahead of Saturday’s governorship election, warning that international action after violence or electoral damage would come too late. With the August 15 poll only days away, the party […] The post Osun Election: Act now, don’t wait until after the damage – Accord tells EU appeared first on Vanguard News.
Traditional rulers, community leaders and residents of Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara State have commended President Bola Tinubu and Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq for facilitating the establishment of a Nigerian Army battalion in Omu-Aran. The stakeholders said the deployment would strengthen security in Kwara South and improve the protection of communities in the area. They […] The post Tinubu, AbdulRazaq praised as new Army battalion begins operations in Kwara appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Kingsley Omonobi ABUJA — The Nigerian Navy, in collaboration with the Nigerian Army, Nigeria Police Force and local vigilantes, has rescued 13 kidnapped victims in Kogi State and arrested six suspected drug peddlers in Rivers State. The Director of Information, Nigerian Navy, Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday. He […] The post Navy, Army, Police rescue 13 kidnap victims in Kogi, arrest six drug suspects in Rivers appeared first on Vanguard News.
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By Faith Odukomaiya Efforts aimed at further enhancing road safety in Ogun State has received a boost following fresh collaborative engagement between the Dangote Cement Plc, Ibese Plant and the State Sector Command for safer road use and general safety advocacy. Dangote Cement Plc, Ibese Plant reaffirmed its commitment to promoting safer roads and strengthening […] The post Dangote Cement, Ibese, FRSC strengthen partnership to advance road safety in Ogun appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Enitan Abdultawab American Cola has unveiled its newly renovated basketball court in Ilupeju, Lagos, as part of its efforts to support grassroots basketball and provide better facilities for young talents in the community. The unveiling, held in partnership with the Odi-Olowo/Ojuwoye Local Council Development Area, also featured the presentation of new jerseys to the […] The post American Cola launches Ilupeju Creative Court with sports contests appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Steve Oko UMUAHIA — Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti, has endorsed the establishment of the first national park in the South-East, directing the identification of a suitable forest reserve for the project. Otti gave the approval when he received a delegation from the National Park Service, led by its Governing Council Chairman, Dr […] The post Otti backs South-East’s first national park in Abia appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo OSOGBO — A former governorship aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun State, Mr Adebayo Adedamola, popularly known as Fryo, has endorsed Governor Ademola Adeleke for the August 15, 2026 governorship election. Adedamola was nominated by a faction of the PDP for the election and polled 919 out of […] The post Osun Election: Ex-PDP guber aspirant endorses Adeleke appeared first on Vanguard News.
Nigerian actor and content entrepreneur, Emmanuel Chinedum Okonkwo, popularly known as Mr Aloy, has said his Christian faith plays a major role in shaping his comedy and determining the kind of content he produces. Mr Aloy, who is known for family-oriented comedy, social commentary and moral-themed content, said his Christian convictions influence the subjects he […] The post My faith shapes my comedy — Mr Aloy appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Ike Uchechukwu, Calabar CALABAR — Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has ordered the immediate suspension of an ongoing Clan and Village Creation exercise in the state, declaring that the process was neither authorised nor approved by his administration. The directive was conveyed in a statement by the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, […] The post Cross River Gov Otu halts unauthorised clan, village creation exercise appeared first on Vanguard News.
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…Senate intensifies probe of 2021–2023 oil and gas audit By Henry Umoru ABUJA — The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recovered more than N115 billion in outstanding statutory levies owed the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) by some oil companies between 2021 and 2023. The commission disclosed this on Wednesday before the Senate […] The post NEITI report: EFCC recovers N115bn for NDDC, clears 19 oil firms appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Daniel Abia, P/Harcourt The Rivers State Government has dismissed reports of a fresh disagreement between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and members of the State House of Assembly over the delay in the passage of the 2026 Appropriation Bill. The government described the reports as false and misleading, saying the budget proposal was undergoing the normal […] The post 2026 Budget: Fubara denies rift with Rivers Assembly appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Francis Sardauna in Katsina The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has called on the Katsina State Government to increase its investment in child nutrition by allocating N1.2 billion to the
Adedayo Akinwale in Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that the candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) for the Osun State governorship election, Dr. Francis Ajala
* Peter Obi condemns threat-laden remarks, urges retraction, peaceful election Sunday Aborisade in Abuja Accord Party on Wednesday appealed to the European Union (EU) for urgent diplomatic intervention to de-escalate
Michael Olugbode in Abuja The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called for the immediate suspension and arrest of Senator Francis Fadahunsi, representing Osun East Senatorial District, over alleged inflammatory
Clifford Akpolo About a year ago, I wrote from Brasília about the privilege of accompanying the Board of Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group) to meet President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. I
Funmi Ogundare Sara Foundation Africa has equipped 700 young Nigerian graduates with workplace-ready skills and referred 696 qualified participants into the candidate pool of the Nigerian Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP),
Onuminya Innocent The Agatu West Peace and Unity Forum, AWPUF, has accused Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, of abandoning Agatu Local Government Area to the mercy of armed
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The recent outing by the Chairman of Nigeria Revenue Service, Mr. Zacch Adedeji, on Sunday Politics, was a blanket verdict on the characters of persons in the President Bola Tinubu
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State in this interview speaks about his chances in the coming Saturday, August 15, 2026 gubernatorial poll in the state and the development his administration
Four years after a coalition of Peoples Democratic Party chieftains helped propel him to power, Governor Ademola Adeleke is watching that same coalition crumble with just 72 hours to the
• Gov: I fixed roads neglected for 45 years, recruited over 1,500 Amotekun staff •APC’s Oyebamiji pledges to revamp agriculture, education, health •ADC candidate to restore Awolowo’s legacy, provide 20,000
• Order grants $3-$4.50/bbl standard tax credit, plus $1/bbl for future leases •Incentives available to greenfield projects reaching FID by 2029 •Tax credits aimed at accelerating investments in oil sector
Michael Olugbode in Abuja The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye, has said the 2026 Nigeria Diaspora Investment Economic Conference (NIDEC), scheduled to hold in Toronto, Canada,
Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr. Peter Obi has dismissed as false a report attributing to him a statement that Nigerian soldiers should reject any salary increase
The Katsina State Government on Wednesday commenced the 2026 SMART Nutrition Survey to assess malnutrition, food insecurity and related health read more Katsina launches nutrition survey as UNICEF warns of persistent malnutrition
Ekweoba Arnold Chukwuebuka, Nigeria’s top-rising entrepreneur, real estate mogul and founder of Lesson360, has been honoured with the prestigious 2026 read more Ekweoba, Nigeria’s top-rising entrepreneur honoured with Mandela award
… plans establishment of mega tractor assembly plant in Nigeria The federal government through the ministry of Agriculture of food read more FG unveils National agricultural mechanisation policy, investment strategy
Lionel Messi has cast doubt over his football future following the death of his father and longtime agent, Jorge Messi, read more Lionel Messi admits football future uncertain after father’s death
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has fixed 5:00 p.m. on the first business day after a transaction (T+1) as read more SEC fixes 5pm T+1 settlement deadline for equities, commodities
Nigeria adds 900 dollar millionaires in one year as naira strengthens Business News Nigeria
Women's World Cup 2027: Nigeria 'still have hope' after Wafcon 2026 exit BBC
‘We need your support’ — Oshoala rallies Nigerians ahead of South Africa clash Premium Times Nigeria
Nigeria's Uchenna Kanu says Super Falcons too devastated to eat after Cameroon WAFCON loss ESPN
Senate gives Seplat Energy, others 48-hour deadline Premium Times Nigeria
PHOTOS: US-Nigeria working group meets in Washington, discuss counterterrorism efforts TheCable
Nigeria Meets OPEC Quota For Third Consecutive Month, Production Hits 1.67mbpd In July Channels Television
Nigeria’s July crude oil output exceeded its OPEC quota by 5,000 bpd TheCable
Nigeria’s oil production dropped 4% in July – NUPRC Punch Newspapers
2027: WoPU mobilises working class to shape Nigeria’s political direction guardian.ng
103 Nigerian Dentists Inducted as International Fellows Punch Newspapers
Osun Poll: Police bar Amotekun, CJTF, hunters, neighbourhood watch guardian.ng
Police detain armed robbery suspect, recover pistol Premium Times Nigeria
Ten police and 17 ‘bandits’ killed in firefight in northwestern Nigeria Al Jazeera
Nigerian Govt lacks fiscal honesty, fails to properly disclose revenues, expenditures – US Daily Post Nigeria
Coup: I acted out of patriotism, frustration with Nigeria — Colonel Ma’aji Vanguard News
Nigeria: Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe (BAY) states - Quarter 2 Situation Report, April - June 2026 ReliefWeb
South Africa anti-immigration protests: 'We neva receive any request' - Nigeria react to South Africa request for pay back ova repatriated citizens BBC
Nigeria’s border closure failed to stop smuggling. Here’s why The Conversation
Nigeria’s unemployment bigger migration push factor than insecurity – Dutch envoy guardian.ng
Nigeria’s tax uncertainty now biggest concern for foreign investors Business News Nigeria
Nigeria’s new tax breaks put $50 billion deepwater oil & gas projects back in play Offshore-Energy.biz
Nigeria says its crude is available. Why is Dangote still looking abroad? The Africa Report
Nigeria Reaffirms Support for US Food Programme Voice of Nigeria
6 businesses turning Nigeria’s economic pain into profit Business News Nigeria
Nigeria vs Cameroon highlights: Cameroon beat Super Falcons for Wafcon second round match BBC
Nigeria commiserates with Colombia over devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake Business News Nigeria
Nigeria tops Africa in food-insecure population as 36.3m face crisis – AGRA guardian.ng
Nigeria meets OPEC quota for third consecutive month Business News Nigeria
South Africa seeks reimbursement from Nigeria, others for migrant repatriation Business News Nigeria
South Africa slams $18.5m repatriation bill on Nigeria, 2 other African countries amid migration crackdown africa.businessinsider.com
AfCFTA Adopts Nigeria’s Customs Modernisation Model Voice of Nigeria
Nigerian First Lady Urges Youth To Embrace Hard Work Voice of Nigeria
Nigeria’s N945bn onion industry at risk over export suspension to Ghana Business News Nigeria
Nigeria’s Oil Production Drops by 4% to 1.505m bpd in July – NUPRC prnigeria.com
Nigeria’s Army expansion to 12 divisions: Building a force for twenty-first-century security Business News Nigeria
How state governments in Nigeria can accelerate infrastructure development Business News Nigeria
Nigeria is building a sustainable health financing future Business News Nigeria
Global youth unemployment rises amid tougher realities for Nigerian youth financialnigeria.com
[VIDEO] IYD: It’s Bittersweet Being A Youth In Nigeria – Olumati Isaiah Channels Television
Business leaders see Nigeria attracting more UAE investment as reforms strengthen Business News Nigeria
NIDEC 2026: FG defends Nigeria’s participation, says conference’ll attract investment Champion Newspapers LTD
If APC and the government believes that Nigeria is not sinking they are entitled to their own opinion... it has gone beyond the politics of APC, it's now the politics of how Nigerians will survive - Dr Ladan Salihu instagram.com
Nigeria kidnap victims escape 'hellfire' captivity beaten, malnourished RFI
MTN Nigeria, others back young innovators to drive Nigeria’s green economy Business News Nigeria
UNICEF Commends Nigeria’s Commitment to Child Registration Voice of Nigeria
NiMet forecasts thunderstorms, moderate to heavy rainfall across Nigeria TheCable
Nigeria Condoles Colombia over Devastating Earthquake Voice of Nigeria
The Story We Have Not Yet Told: Creativity, Culture and Nigeria’s Next Chapter – Ife Adebayo The Lagos Review
Nigeria left 706,418 tertiary admission spaces unfilled in 2025, says report guardian.ng
Nigeria’s oil output drops 37,000bpd in July after Q2 recovery Business News Nigeria
Nigeria’s Foreign Affairs Ministry Gets New Media Team Voice of Nigeria
Nigeria ‘ll Expand Refining Capacity To Serve African Market – FG News Agency of Nigeria
Photos: US, Nigeria hold fresh security talks in Washington Vanguard News
NDPHC chief sees reliable power as key to Nigeria’s economic takeoff Business News Nigeria
Keeping fuel subsidy could have cost Nigeria N53trn, NRS chair says Business News Nigeria
Nigeria's mass wedding - and how telling lovers from fraudsters is proving tricky BBC
Nigeria Partners With Canadian Firms to Expand Local AI and Digital Finance We are Tech
Non-Residential Fellowship Programme Cohort 3 for Policy Research in Nigeria fundsforNGOs
OPINION: Rethinking The CBN’s Mandate: Lessons From Malaysia For Nigeria The Whistler Newspaper
Japan backs Nigeria’s rice push with $3.5m seed production grant guardian.ng
Obasanjo, Jonathan, others seek overhaul of Nigeria’s democracy, governance structure guardian.ng
Insecurity, rising air traffic trigger new airline investment in Northern Nigeria Business News Nigeria
DYQUE Energy Joins Second Nigeria Manufacturing And Trade Outlook 2026 As Gold Sponsor Independent Newspaper Nigeria
Indian-Nigeria trade hit $9bn in 2025 — Envoy Tribune Online
America Went Looking for One of Its Own. Nigeria, When Will You Go Looking for Yours? Kogi Reports
NUJ Challenges Media on Professionalism in Security Reporting Voice of Nigeria
NCAA to introduce real-time luggage tracking at Nigerian airports Premium Times Nigeria
Lawmakers Seek Urgent Action on Niger Flooding Voice of Nigeria
Nigerian artisans endorse Tinubu for second term guardian.ng
EFCC, Canada Move To Curb Rising Visa Fraud In Nigeria The Whistler Newspaper
41 UniPods to drive Nigeria’s knowledge economy, says Alausa Peoples Gazette Nigeria
ICYMI: Nigeria was near collapse, says colonel accused of coup plot against Tinubu Punch Newspapers
Widower who lost wife and 6 children in attack remarries in Nigerian mass wedding for 1,500 couples AP News
Nigeria’s refineries shut due to commercial losses, not technical failure – Osifo Business News Nigeria
PalmPay steps up youth investment to bridge Nigeria’s digital skills gap Business News Nigeria
Gov Diri berates injustice in Nigeria’s democracy Champion Newspapers LTD
Davido call on Trump: Nigerian singer Davido cry out to Trump, international community ova Osun State govnorship election BBC
Nigeria tax breaks target $50B oil investment Semafor
Nigeria’s tax drive hinges on growing incomes, businesses Business News Nigeria
CIS, MTN Nigeria Forge Partnership to Drive Capital Market Growth dailynewsngr.com.ng
Diri blames Nigeria’s faltering democracy on injustice at Jonathan’s democracy dialogue Business News Nigeria
Nigeria Targets More Investment at NIDEC 2026 Voice of Nigeria
EXPLAINER: How Nigeria can reach women’s World Cup through playoffs TheCable
ONSA Unveils Monthly Newsletter On Nigeria’s National Security News Agency of Nigeria
