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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The Chairman of the Association of Retirees in the state, Daniel Effiong claimed that some retirees were currently receiving as little as N4,000 monthly, describing the amount as grossly inadequate to meet basic needs, including food and medication. The post Cross River retirees appeal for pension adjustment, gratuity payment appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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The Abia governor spoke on Thursday in Umuahia, while receiving a former governorship candidate of the Social Democratic Party, Ngozi Johnson-Chukwunenye, and her supporters into the Labour Party. The post My successor in 2031 will emerge on merit, not godfatherism – Otti appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The council alleged that proceedings before an International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) tribunal in Paris had raised serious questions about the former vice president’s role in the Mambilla Hydroelectric Power Project controversy. The post Mambilla: APC campaign council asks Atiku to quit 2027 presidential race appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Mr Jonathan made the call in Yenagoa on Friday during the foundation-laying and fund-raising ceremony for the Bayelsa State Association of Retired Permanent Secretaries’ Secretariat Complex. The post Ex-President Jonathan calls for civil service reform, unified federal-state salary structure appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The company alleged that shares pledged as collateral for a N500 million loan were sold without its knowledge. The post EFCC recovers, hands over N140 million to loan, investment company appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Like many, I was intrigued by former Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo’s recent comments about his wife, Dolapo, and her daily glass of freshly squeezed orange juice. The story caught my attention because it was as ordinary as it was relatable. Here was someone trying to make a healthier choice. She had stopped drinking carbonated […] The post Food as poison, By Lande Ọmọ Ọba appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The appointment, approved by President Tinubu followed USA Igwesi’s nomination by the Enugu State Governor, Dr Peter Mbah The post USA Igwesi emerges Enugu Coordinator of Renewed Hope Ambassadors appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
NACCIMA President, Jani Ibrahim, commended the governor for his administration’s efforts in tackling insecurity and creating an enabling environment for businesses to thrive. The post NACCIMA hails Mbah on security, seeks partnership to drive $30bn economy appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Those in Ehime Mbano, Ezinihitte and Mbieri complained that no real effort had been taken to help them, despite different assessment visits by government agencies, including the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), the Ministry of Environment and other related agencies. The post Imo residents demand remedial measures against worsening erosion appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
As a memoir, it presents the remarkable life of a woman who joined the police as a young recruit and retired more than 30 years later as a deputy commissioner… As an inspirational work, it speaks to young women considering careers in policing and public service. It reminds them that institutions become stronger when opportunity […] The post Breaking the blue ceiling: Stella Okuyiga’s eyewitness account of Nigeria’s first policewomen, By Godwin Onyeacholem appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The State Head of Civil Service, Mr Iskeel Olanrewaju Saka, said the appointment is aimed at strengthening leadership continuity and improving operational efficiency in the state’s basic education administration. The post Abiodun appoints Oso Ogun SUBEB Secretary appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Chelsea’s hopes of competing for the Premier League title this season took a huge blow on Friday night after they were thrashed 3-0 by Brentford. The Blues dominated the opening 45 minutes of the match, but failed to break down the hosts and get goals. It was the Bees who took the lead after the […] EPL: Chelsea’s title hopes suffer huge blow after 3-0 defeat to Brentford
The Presidency has branded the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Atiku Abubakar, ‘Diverter-in-Chief’ for dodging journalists’ questions on the alleged $500,000 Mambilla project bribe. In a statement by the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Friday, the Presidency said Atiku is taking Nigerians for buffoons. It […] Alleged Mambilla $500,000 bribe: ‘Diverter-in-Chief’ — Presidency brands Atiku
United States President Donald Trump has barred CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from the White House, alleging propaganda by the major news networks and website. Trump accused the outlets of reporting “fake news” about his administration, stating they “shouldn’t be able to constantly write or report fiction or lies” when covering the President. In a statement […] Trump bans CNN, MSNOW, Politico from White House, warns others
Actress Nkechi Blessing and former Big Brother Naija reality show winner, Phyna are set to settle their ongoing fight in a celebrity boxing match. The highly-anticipated face-off is scheduled for October 1, 2026 at the Federal Palace Hotel in Lagos State. The organisers, Balmoral, announced the match in an Instagram post on Friday evening. Sharing […] Chaos in the Ring: Nkechi Blessing, Phyna to clash in celebrity boxing fight
Paris Saint-Germain forward, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, has tipped team mate Ousmane Dembélé to win this year’s Ballon d’Or. Both players have made the 30-man nominees’ shortlist for the award. But Kvaratskhelia believes Dembélé should retain the prize this year for how he leads the PSG team. He said: “I’d vote for Ousmane Dembélé as Ballon d’Or, […] 2026 Ballon d’Or: He’s incredible – Kvaratskhelia names player to win award
The Nigerian Navy has uncovered 119,850 litres of crude oil suspected to have been stolen at an illegal refining site in Ogbogolo Community, Ahoada West Local Government Area of Rivers State. The discovery was made on Thursday, September 17, 2026, by personnel of the Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) SOROH following credible intelligence about the location. […] Navy uncovers 119,850 litres of suspected stolen crude oil
The Delta State Government has announced a restriction of movement in Udu Local Government Area from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, ahead of the Udu State Constituency House of Assembly bye-election. The restriction is aimed at ensuring a safe, peaceful and orderly electoral environment, as well as protecting voters and sensitive election materials. According […] Udu bye-election: Delta govt restricts movements
Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), have foiled terrorist attacks on Forward Operating Bases (FOBs) at Gajiram in Nganzai Local Government Area and Mairari in Guzamala Local Government Area of Borno State. Captain Mohammed Goni, acting Military Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI, Maiduguri, […] Troops foil attacks on military bases, recover terrorists’ bodies, weapons in Borno
France head coach, Zinedine Zidane, has confirmed that Kylian Mbappe will remain the captain of the national team. Zidane has named his first squad after replacing Didier Deschamps in the role. Mbappe shone in his role as skipper at the 2026 World Cup and finished as the tournament’s top scorer with 10 goals. However, he […] Zidane names first squad, confirms Mbappe France captain
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday ordered a complete and open investigation into the deaths of some miners who were caught illegally and detained by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, stressing that the life of every Nigerian matters. The illegal miners died while being held by the NSCDC after enforcement actions carried out around […] Life of every Nigerian matters – Tinubu orders probe of Minna illegal miners’ death
Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, Atiku Abubakar, has finally reacted to allegations that he collected a $500,000 bribe in 2023, allegedly through his ex-wife, Jennifer Douglas, in connection with the infamous Mambilla Power Project fraud amounting to $6 billion. In a statement by his spokesperson, Phrank Shaibu, Atiku said […] Mambilla: Atiku reacts to allegation of collecting $500,000 bribe to award Sunrise contract
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) reportedly carried out overnight airstrikes on suspected terrorists’ positions around Bagega Forest in Anka Local Government Area of Zamfara State. Local sources said the strikes targeted multiple locations after a large convoy of armed terrorists, reportedly involving hundreds of motorcycles, returned from operations around the Zamfara-Sokoto border. Residents in the […] NAF bombs suspected terrorists’ hideouts in Zamfara forest
The Nationwide League One, NLO, has warned all clubs under its jurisdiction against participating in unauthorised private leagues and competitions. The warning was contained in a formal notice issued by the NLO Secretariat on Friday. The NLO raised concerns that some clubs are engaging in competitions outside the official framework approved by the Nigeria Football […] NLO warns clubs against participation in unauthorised competitions
The Nigerian Army has announced a special recruitment exercise for skilled men and women as part of the 92 Regular Recruits Intake, with online registration scheduled to run from September 16 to October 21, 2026. According to the Army in a post on X on Friday, the exercise is specifically designed to attract Nigerians with technical skills […] Nigerian Army announces recruitment for technical specialists
Concerns have been raised over alleged procurement irregularities, poor staff welfare and other governance issues rocking the Federal Government’s agency, Nigerian Communications Satellite Limited, NIGCOMSAT, under its Managing Director, Jane Egerton-Idehen. DAILY POST reports that employees of NIGCOMSAT who spoke with DAILY POST on condition of anonymity described the period since Egerton-Idehen’s appointment as managing […] Egerton-Idehen underfire over alleged procurement irregularities, poor staff welfare at NIGCOMSAT
Boko Haram fighters used artificial intelligence chatbots from major technology companies to obtain technical and military information, including advice linked to explosives, weapons and combat operations, according to a study by the University of Cambridge. Researchers interviewed 27 former members of the group’s two main factions, the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) and Jama’at […] Boko Haram fighters used ChatGPT, Gemini, Grok for weapons, attacks – Cambridge study
Survivors of the incident that killed 37 suspected illegal gold miners in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, have narrated their ordeals inside the cell where they were kept. One of the survivors, while recounting his experience, said 17 people were initially locked inside a small room before additional detainees […] They sprayed us something in the cell — Survivor of Niger miners’ deaths recounts
The naira appreciated slightly against the dollar at the official foreign exchange market on Friday, ending three straight days of depreciation. Central Bank of Nigeria data showed that the naira strengthened marginally to N1,331.20 on Friday from N1,331.28 traded on Thursday. This means that the naira gained N0.08 against the dollar on a day-to-day basis. Meanwhile, at the black […] Naira exchange rate today, September 18, 2026: Naira appreciates against USD after depreciation
The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, has announced that it will participate in the 2027 general elections following a Court of Appeal judgment setting aside a Federal High Court ruling that ordered its deregistration. The party’s National Leader, Henry Seriake Dickson, disclosed this in a statement reacting to the appellate court’s decision in Abuja. Dickson said […] Appeal Court upholds NDC registration, overturns Lokoja ruling
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Ghanaians regard Robert Mensah as their best goalie, ahead of Edward Doodo Ankrah, John Naawu, Joseph Carr, John Baker and Richard Kingston. One man who found a way round the goalie was Christian Madu, a Nigerian born in Kumasi. Madu’s salad days in the Gold Coast were spent with his parents, Herbert and Ezinne, who […] The post Christian Madu versus Mensah, by Emeka Obasi appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Sola Ogundipe It starts innocently. A name refuses to come. You walk into a room and forget why you’re there. Your phone is in your hand, yet you spend several minutes looking for it. An old friend’s face is familiar, but the name just won’t come. “It’s old age,” someone says.For millions of people, […] The post What happens to your brain after 50? appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Douglas Baye-Osagie dbayeosagie@yahoo.com This season, Nigeria was represented by four clubs on the continent. Rangers International and Rivers United in the CAF Champions League, and Shooting Stars and El-Kanemi Warriors in the CAF Confederation Cup. The story is already familiar – while two have bowed out in their very first game of the tournament, […] The post CAF Inter-club competitions: Why Nigerian clubs fail appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Ben Ngwakwe, Gombe GOMBE — Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has pledged the state government’s support for the accelerated take-off of newly established Nigerian Army formations in the state. Yahaya gave the assurance when a delegation representing the General Officer Commanding, GOC, 3rd Armoured Division, Nigerian Army, paid a courtesy visit to the […] The post Gombe pledges support for new army formations appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Ben Ngwakwe, Gombe The Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, has dismissed as misleading a viral social media publication alleging that the member representing Balanga/Billiri Federal Constituency of Gombe State in the House of Representatives, Hon. Ali Isah, secured 50 recruitment slots for his constituents. The Corps, in a statement dated September 16, 2026, signed […] The post FRSC denies 50 recruitment slots for Gombe lawmaker appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Gift Chapi Odekina, Abuja Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has called on the World Trade Organisation (WTO) to deliver concrete outcomes on food security and investment facilitation, warning that prolonged delays could weaken confidence in the multilateral trading system. Kalu made the call on Friday in Geneva, Switzerland, while speaking […] The post Kalu urges WTO action on food security, investment appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Moses Nosike African journalists need to look beyond crisis-driven coverage and tell more stories about the people and institutions building connections across borders, fellows at the 2026 MTN Media Innovation Summit in South Africa have said. The call came during a session moderated by one of the MIP fellows Tolulope Ajibola, titled “Storytelling Across […] The post MTN MIP: Media practitioners urged to strengthen cross-border reporting appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Henry Umoru ABUJA — The Confederation of West African Youths has called for greater youth participation in governance, accountable leadership and policies capable of creating more economic opportunities for young Nigerians. The Regional President of the organisation, Ambassador Israel Akinola, made the call yesterday in Abuja when a delegation of the group paid a […] The post West African Youths seek greater role in governance appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Olasunkanmi Akoni LAGOS — The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, on Friday inaugurated its campaign council for the 2027 general elections, with party leaders setting ambitious targets for voter mobilisation in support of President Bola Tinubu and the party’s governorship candidate, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat. The campaign council, comprising more than […] The post Lagos APC targets millions of votes for Tinubu, Hamzat appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Sola Ogundipe Scientists at Israel’s Weizmann Institute of Science have uncovered a cellular mechanism that could deepen understanding of tissue regeneration while offering clues to why some cancers return after treatment.Published in Nature Communications, the study identified a population of cells that begins the process of programmed cell death but survives to help rebuild […] The post Cells that cheat Death: New clue to why some cancers return appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Henry Umoru ABUJA — National Leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Senator Seriake Dickson, has described the Court of Appeal’s decision upholding the party’s registration as a protection of Nigeria’s democratic space. The Court of Appeal, sitting in Abuja, had set aside the June 26 judgment of the Federal High Court, Lokoja, which […] The post NDC: Appeal Court protected Nigeria’s democracy – Dickson appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Samuel Oyadongha, Yenagoa Former President Goodluck Jonathan has called for the harmonisation of structures and salary scales across Nigeria’s federal and state civil services. Jonathan made the call in Yenagoa during the foundation-laying and fund-raising ceremony for the Bayelsa State Association of Retired Permanent Secretaries’ Secretariat Complex. The former President commended the retired permanent […] The post Jonathan seeks uniform civil service salaries, structures appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Udeme Akpan, Energy Editor The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has threatened to revoke petroleum prospecting licences (PPLs) whose holders fail to meet their statutory work commitments, giving affected operators until October 31, 2026 to disclose challenges delaying the development of their acreages. The warning covers holders of licences awarded under the 2020 […] The post NUPRC threatens to revoke non-performing oil licences, sets Oct 31 deadline appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru Abuja– PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu on Friday, as part of his working vacation, held extensive talks in Paris with Mr Vincent Bolloré of the Bolloré Group, whose media and digital interests include Canal+, MultiChoice and Universal Music Group. During the meeting, the Group confirmed plans to deepen the localisation of its operations in […] The post Tinubu meets Vincent Bollore in Paris on expanded investment in Nigeria’s creative, digital economy appeared first on Vanguard News.
Gunmen on Friday night stormed a busy vegetable market in Mangu town, Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State, killing three persons and injuring scores of others. The post Gunmen storm Plateau market, kill three, injure scores appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Dickson Omobola Nigerian passenger, Abdullahi Salisu, has alleged that a dispute with Ethiopian Airlines over a ticket change and refund has left him stranded at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, since June 29. Salisu, who was scheduled to fly from Abuja to Cairo, Egypt, on June 29, said he had booked the ticket […] The post Ethiopian Airlines fare dispute strands passenger at Abuja airport for two months appeared first on Vanguard News.
Brentford exposed Chelsea's defensive problems to inflict a damaging 3-0 defeat on Friday that gives Xabi Alonso plenty to ponder over a three-week international break. The post Brentford batter Chelsea 3-0 to undo Alonso’s promising start appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Jeff Agbodo China Communications Construction Company (CCCC) has rescued four victims trapped under the rubble of a collapsed building on Ogbalu Street, Independence Layout, Enugu State. The Chinese construction company mobilised heavy-duty equipment and professional personnel to support rescue operations following the collapse earlier this week. CCCC deployed excavators, payloaders and other equipment to […] The post Enugu Building Collapse: Chinese firm rescues four appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: Ahead of the 2027 presidential election, the Nigeria Forward Project has urged political stakeholders in Northern Nigeria to respect the principle of power rotation and allow President Bola Tinubu from the South to complete his eight-year presidential tenure before seeking to reclaim power. The positions were canvassed on Friday in Abuja […] The post 2027: Give Tinubu 8 years, Nigeria Forward tells Northern politicians appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Yinka Kolawole The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has described the further moderation in Nigeria’s headline inflation rate to 15.39 per cent in August 2026, from 15.43 per cent in July, as a positive but fragile development, urging the Federal Government to shift attention from merely managing inflation to tackling the structural costs that make […] The post Use inflation moderation to cut manufacturing costs, MAN to FG appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle contacted Alex Iwobi before deciding to include Fulham midfielder Chibby Nwoko in Nigeria’s squad for the international friendly against Russia. Nwoko has received his first
U20 WOMEN’S WORLD CUP England striker, Princess Ademiluyi has expressed disappointment over her side’s 3–0 loss to Nigeria’s Falconets in the round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s
Ugo Udezue I have seen Nigerian basketball from almost every seat in the building. I wore the green and white for the Under-18s and the national teams, played at the
Playing football does not automatically qualify anyone to lead the NFF. But when a former player has also acquired management experience, understands accountability and can build a competent team, he
Micmar Communications, producer of the popular online sports outfits, sportsafricana, has partnered with Pistis Foundation as the fficial Media Partner for UBOMI 2026, its flagship free medical and surgical outreach
Bennett Oghifo Jetour Nigeria is set to showcase its flagship X90 Plus SUV at the Jetour Experience Abuja from September 22 to 24, 2026, as the automaker intensifies efforts to
Ferdinand Ekechukwu Death rumours had spread several times across social media that Nollywood icon, Olu Jacobs had passed. Repeatedly, it was refuted by his family. In one instance recently, his
Terry Alexandar Ejeh, better known as Terry Apala, has been one of the modern artistes redefining Apala music for a new generation. In this interview, Terry talks about how he
Omolabake Fasogbon Rent inflation in Nigeria has continued to bite harder amid weakening household income. Data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) revealed that rent inflation rose from 14.79
Femi Akintunde-Johnson There is something almost perversely Nigerian about the way Olu Jacobs finally left us. For years, social media undertakers had been rehearsing his obituary. They killed him in
The outgoing Chairman of O’dua Investment Company Limited, Bimbo Ashiru, recounts how the board revived the 50-year-old regional investment company, transforming it from an asset-rich but cash-poor, underperforming enterprise into
The new Chairperson, Afriland Properties Plc, Dr. Agatha Obiekwugo, believes the real estate market in Nigeria comes with challenges, but remains a market of enormous opportunity. She also speaks of
Omolabake Fasogbon African businesses face rising costs, production delays and shortages as geopolitical tensions, and changing trade policies expose weaknesses in supply chains, stakeholders have said. They spoke recently at
Omolabake Fasogbon Cally Air is set to expand its fleet with the delivery of a new CRJ aircraft as part of a phased expansion programme expected to continue into early
Peter Uzoho The launch of NNPC Retail Limited’s first Smart Self-Service Station in Abuja marks a significant step in the company’s drive to reshape the petroleum retail experience through technology,
Nigeria’s equities market capitalisation crossed the N162 trillion mark for the first time, closing at a record N162.16 trillion on read more NGX hits record N162trn ahead of FTSE Frontier Market return
The Lagos shortlet market was estimated at roughly N281 billion in revenue in 2025 by Edala Development, as reported by read more Inside Nigeria’s N281 Billion Short Let Market: Why Verification Is the Real Business
President Bola Tinubu in Paris held extensive talks with Vincent Bolloré of the Bolloré Group, whose media and digital interests read more Tinubu meets Bollore in France, as Canal+, others seek investments in Nigeria
At least 48 people have died and seven others have suffered partial or total blindness after consuming suspected locally prepared read more Methanol poisoning suspected as Ondo alcoholic concoction deaths rise to 48
Atiku Abubakar, former Vice-President, on Friday did not refer to a $500,000 payment involving his former wife that was examined read more Atiku calls for fuel price relief as Mambilla ruling renews scrutiny of $500,000 payment
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China supplied Nigeria’s traders, now it’s coming for their customers Business News Nigeria
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Tinubu Meets Bolloré In Paris Over Expanded Investment In Nigeria’s Creative, Digital Economy Channels Television
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When Nigeria’s Election Technology Cannot Recognize the Voter Tech Policy Press
Osimhen leads Nigeria squad as Chelle hands three players first Super Eagles call-ups cafonline.com
Report: Nigerian firms acquire $15bn oil assets as IOCs move offshore TheCable
Apple expands iCloud+ to include Apple TV and Apple Arcade in Nigeria Apple
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Nigeria Customs Intercepts N2.47bn Contraband in Ogun Voice of Nigeria
Nigerian police probe death in custody of 37 illegal mining suspects aljazeera.com
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Illegal miners deaths in Niger State: Nigeria civil defence say suspected outbreak of disease kpai alleged illegal miners for dia custody BBC
Atiku world press conference and message to Tinubu: 'No make life unbearable and distribute bags of rice' - Atiku tell Tinubu for world press conference BBC
Nigerian Army announces fresh recruitment for skilled Nigerians Daily Post Nigeria
Mambilla power project: Nigeria’s triumph in Paris TheCable
Nigeria Forward Tells North to back Tinubu’s re-election The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria mining crackdown under fire after 37 die Mining.com
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CBN says Nigeria’s current account surplus rose 68% to $7bn in Q2 2026 TheCable
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China, Nigeria Explore Fashion Industry Cooperation Voice of Nigeria
Between reform and renewal: Nigeria’s 2027 dilemma TheCable
Why Nigeria’s telecom infrastructure problem is bigger than any single operator Business News Nigeria
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Nigeria Tax Laws: FG Begins Six-Week Review of VAT, Withholding Tax, Capital Gains Rules Nigeria Communications Week
Tinubu meets Bollore in France, as Canal+, others seek investments in Nigeria Business News Nigeria
Akwa Ibom’s missing spending data exposes Nigeria’s fiscal gap Business News Nigeria
Dangote’s People’s IPO and Petrol Prices the People Can't Afford Nigeria Communications Week
Remittances climb to $5.82bn as Nigeria’s current account surplus widens Business News Nigeria
Nigeria joins Interpol operation as AI identifies 126 terrorism suspects TheCable
Nigeria’s current account surplus jumps to $7.5bn Punch Newspapers
Illegal miners death in Niger state: Govment impose 24-hour curfew as protest break out sake of Miners wey die for Civil Defence custody BBC
Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things you need to know Friday morning Daily Post Nigeria
Nigeria Will Not Survive 24 Hours Without Telcos - Bismarck Rewane Nigeria Communications Week
Olu Jacobs: Nigeria Loses Acting Legend, Cultural Icon – Lai Mohammed News Agency of Nigeria
Nigeria eyes gas-to-power push to cut industry’s electricity costs Business News Nigeria
2027: SDP pledges to rebuild, transform Nigeria if elected Punch Newspapers
Rising Data Consumption Deepens Nigeria’s Telecom Infrastructure Needs The Guardian Nigeria News
Stakeholders assess Nigeria’s democratic realities at Archivi.ng forum TheCable
Akpabio lauds Nigeria banking sector, says end to insecurity within reach The Guardian Nigeria News
Mambilla power: Nigeria wins $3.38bn battle, 1,500MW project gets lifeline Punch Newspapers
Made in Nigeria: The race to build an African solar industry from scratch TheCable
Ethiopian Airlines Adds Port Harcourt to Its Nigeria Network ATTA Travel
'Let Nigerians Breathe', Atiku Urges Tinubu To Cut Fuel Prices, Warns Against Electricity Subsidy Removal Channels Television
Nigeria, Colombia Battle for Semifinal Ticket THISDAYLIVE
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Xenophobia: Nigeria urges AU to take stronger action against South Africa premiumtimesng.com
Nigerian Embassy, Afro Euforico strengthen cooperation on consular services, community development The Guardian Nigeria News
China-Nigeria Fashion Show held in Abuja Xinhua
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NTAC revitalised to strengthen Nigeria’s soft-power diplomacy — DG FRCN HQ
Xenophobic attacks: 33 Nigerians evacuated from South Africa — Ojukwu The Guardian Nigeria News
2027: Give Tinubu 8 years, Nigeria Forward tells Northern politicians Vanguard News
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Remita Sponsors Nigeria Fintech Week, Highlights Next Phase of Digital Payments THISDAYLIVE
Zakat and Sadaqat Foundation disburses N735m to 2,916 beneficiaries across Nigeria The Guardian Nigeria News
From Nigeria to U.S. Cybersecurity: Rise of Dr. Stanley Edokpolo Vanguard News
Macron Hosts Tinubu To Private Dinner In Paris, Reaffirms Nigeria-France Ties Channels Television
Anti-migrant protests in South Africa: University of South Africa condemn Xenophobic attacks on oda Africans for dia kontri BBC
Dueling Narratives: Why Nigeria’s Forgotten Borderlands Should Worry Washington Truth Nigeria
Focus on Africa | Is Nigeria ready for a female leader? BBC
Tinubu meets Vincent Bollore in Paris on expanded investment in Nigeria’s creative, digital economy Vanguard News
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