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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Mr Adeniyi explained that digital technologies have transformed migration by enabling migrants to remain actively engaged with their home countries through social media platforms and other online channels. The post At inaugural lecture, Prof Adeniyi calls for stronger digital governance amid technological shifts in migration appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
PREMIUM TIMES earlier reported that Mr Obi, a former governor of Anambra State, had threatened to file a N5 billion lawsuit against Mr Okonkwo if he fails to withdraw his allegations against the NDC candidate, pay N5 billion as compensation and tender public apology within seven days. The post Kenneth Okonkwo reacts to Peter Obi’s N5bn lawsuit threat appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Despite Nigeria's defeat to Portugal in their last meeting, Chelle dismissed suggestions that his players would approach the fixture with any fear or psychological baggage The post Chelle reveals “most important objective” ahead of Portugal, Nigeria friendly appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
"Strong reforms over the past three years have yielded improved macroeconomic outcomes and built resilience. Still, conditions for many Nigerians remain difficult,” the IMF noted. The post Nigeria’s economic reforms yielding gains, but poverty levels remain high – IMF appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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IMF issued the advisory in its latest Article IV consultation report on Nigeria, noting that while rising crude oil prices could boost foreign exchange inflows into the country, it is capable of driving inflation higher. The post CBN may need to sterilise FX inflows from increased oil prices to curtail inflation – IMF appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Scattered across the 48 nations at the World Cup are players whose family journeys began in Nigerian cities like Lagos and Enugu before reaching different parts of the world. The post Nigerians spread across the 2026 World Cup appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The United States has extradited former Ghanaian official, Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu to Ghana after her corruption conviction, marking the first US-to-Ghana extradition since 2009 and highlighting bilateral anti-corruption cooperation. The post US extradites convicted ex-Ghanaian official over $6 million fraud appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
As protests over Warri's disputed ward delineation disrupt oil facilities and threaten production, ex-militant leader Tompolo has called for restraint, dialogue and swift action by INEC to avert a deeper crisis in the Niger Delta. The post Tompolo calls for calm as Warri delineation crisis triggers protests at oil facilities appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The Lagos State Government urged operators of high-density public venues, including hotels, nightclubs, event centres, lounges and restaurants to lead efforts to prevent possible Ebola transmission. The post Lagos issues hotels, clubs, establishments preventive hygiene guidelines against Ebola outbreak appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The US leader earlier claimed he was unwilling to allow any action that could jeopardise a potential peace deal. The post US, Iran exchange retaliatory strikes appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
As kidnappings and highway attacks fuel anxiety across Edo, Governor Monday Okpebholo alleges a politically motivated campaign to destabilise Nigeria and insists that "there is no vacancy in Aso Rock" ahead of 2027 general elections. The post ‘They can kidnap us all, but Aso Rock not vacant’ – Okpebholo appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Confusion and panic gripped Ijaiye Ojokoro Junior College in the Ojokoro area of Lagos on Wednesday morning, after a classroom demonstration on banditry was mistaken for a real attack, triggering a stampede among students, teachers and residents. The incident occurred at Tigbetigbe Street in the Ojokoro area of Lagos during the weekly National Awareness Day programme observed […] Panic in Lagos as banditry awareness drama triggers stampede
Clearance operations are ongoing at the 1004 Housing Estate in Lagos as part of efforts to maintain environmental sanitation, restore order, and enforce compliance with environmental regulations. The Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, said in a statement on Wednesday that the exercise, which is being carried out within the estate, focuses on removing obstructions, […] Lagos environmental taskforce clears 1004 estate, discovers drugs, cash cache
Nigeria’s Flamingos will resume camping on Sunday for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup final qualifying round fixture against Benin Republic, DAILY POST reports. Akeem Busari’s side recently embarked on a short break following their emphatic victory over Guinea in the previous round. They will now return to the Remo Stars Sports Institute for […] U-17 WWCQ: Flamingos return to camp Sunday for Benin Republic test
The Social Democratic Party, SDP, presidential candidate, Adewole Adebayo, has said that tenure elongation for the President and governor; is not Nigeria’s problem but the delivery of dividends of democracy. Fielding questions during an interview on Arise Television’s ‘Morning Show’ on Wednesday, Adebayo called for the total elimination of what he described as the ‘demon that […] Tenure elongation not an issue, but democracy dividends delivery – SDP chieftain, Adebayo
Popular Nigerian televangelist and the founder of the Deeper Christian Life Ministry, Williams Kumuyi, has stated that no General Overseer has the right to hand over a church to his son. Kumuyi stated this while addressing the public speculation about who among his sons would be handed the church in his absence. Speaking in a […] Wrong to hand over churches to your son – Pastor Kumuyi on hereditary succession [VIDEO]
Socio-political activist, Aisha Yesufu, has advocated for the enactment of a law that would compel all levels of government in Nigeria to settle contractors’ invoices within 30 days of project completion or service delivery. The proposal was contained in a post shared on Yesufu’s official social media page, where she argued that delayed payments to […] ‘No more using contractors as bankers’ — Aisha Yesufu pushes for new law
Edo Queens moved to the summit of the Nigeria Women’s Football League, NWFL, playoff table following a comprehensive 6-2 victory over Abia Angels on Wednesday. It was the 2024 champions’ second win in the competition. Moses Aduku’s side now have six points from three games which put them in a good position to win the […] NWFL Playoff: Edo Queens go top after Abia Angels rout
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has ordered the deployment of Deputy Inspectors-General of Police (DIGs) to Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones and directed Commissioners of Police nationwide to commence coordinated inter-state security operations aimed at tackling cross-border crimes. A statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Okon Placid, said the new […] IGP deploys DIGs to geopolitical zones, launches inter-state ‘handshake patrols’ against crime
Federation of Ahlus-Sunnah Organisations in Nigeria, FASON, has declared that Islam has no link with terrorism, banditry, kidnapping or any other criminal activities. The Islamic group noted that anyone who believes in the teachings and principles of Islam will not engage in any form of criminal activities against either individuals, groups or communities. FASON National […] Islam has no link with terrorism, other criminal activities – FASON declares
Nigeria’s new minister of power, Joseph Tegbe, said the biggest challenge with the country’s power sector, from the transmission, generation, and distribution value chains, is governance. He disclosed this in a speech upon resumption of office on Tuesday. Tegbe, who had an inaugural engagement with all the heads of agencies under his ministry, admitted that the […] Electricity: Challenge of Nigeria’s power sector not technical but governance – Minister, Tegbe
The Edo State Government has ordered the temporary closure of three public Secondary Schools in Akoko- Edo Local Government Area of the State. The public schools are Ososo Grammar School, Ososo Comprehensive High School and Makeke Secondary School. The State Ministry of Education disclosed this in a circular dated June 9, 2026 and made available to […] BREAKING: Edo govt shuts down three schools over DSS alarm of possible abduction
Former Big Brother Naija Season 10 housemate and plus-sized model, Sultana Ibrahim Auduson, has revealed that her colleague, Victory, promised her marriage during the show last year. Speaking in the second episode of the reunion aired on Tuesday night, Sultana said Victory told her he would marry her after the show. Sultana said she turned down his proposal […] BBNaija Reunion: Victory promised me marriage – Sultana
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The Spiritual Director of Adoration Ministry Enugu, Nigeria, AMEN, Rev. Fr. Ejike Mbaka, has claimed that former president, Goodluck Jonathan, was defeated in the 2015 election because he failed to yield to advice. Mbaka said he advised the former president to remove the then Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Attahiru Jega, but his […] Jonathan failed in 2015 because he didnt listen to me – Fr Mbaka reacts to online attack
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The most famous of them all remains Paul the octopus, who rose to global fame during the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa and became a cultural phenomenon. The post World Cup psychic animals: Remembering Paul the octopus appeared first on Vanguard News.
Barely 24 hours after the rescue of 416 residents of Ngoshe community in Borno State, abducted during an invasion by suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists three months ago, a fresh wave of relief and emotion has swept across parts of the state ,as another set of captives regained freedom. The post After rescue of 416 captives in Borno, 11 more kidnapped women regain freedom appeared first on Vanguard News.
"The Bully of the Middle East is DEAD!!! They’ve taken too long to negotiate a deal that would have been great for them, now they will have to pay the price!!!" Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform. The post Iran ‘taken too long to negotiate,’ will have to ‘pay the price’ – Trump appeared first on Vanguard News.
Some unidentified gunmen invaded Ora-Igbomina in Ifedayo Local Government Council Area of Osun State, abducting the council vice-chairman, Mr Debo Faroumbi. The post Gunmen abduct Ifedayo council vice-chairman appeared first on Vanguard News.
Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr has added another milestone to her growing list of achievements after her hit single, “Bloody Samaritan,” earned a silver certification in the United Kingdom. The post Ayra Starr’s ‘Bloody Samaritan’ earns UK silver certification appeared first on Vanguard News.
A Nigerian man, Atuchukwu Markrufus Onyeanusi, has been sentenced in the United States after being convicted of fraud and misuse of visas, permits, and other documents linked to the use of a false identity to obtain employment. The post Nigerian man jailed in US after using false ID to secure job appeared first on Vanguard News.
According to him, Nigeria should focus on building a political system where election outcomes reflect the will of voters rather than being influenced by manipulation or irregularities. The post SDP’s Adebayo dismisses six-year presidency proposal as distraction appeared first on Vanguard News.
Confusion erupted in a Lagos school on Wednesday morning following what turned out to be a prank over the alleged kidnapping of students and teachers. The post Just In: Panic in Lagos school over kidnap prank appeared first on Vanguard News.
"I think that his biggest achievement has been making Nigerians poorer, and it's sad that, negatively, Nigerians are poorer today, and the reason we are poorer is because of the instability of the economy," he said. The post Video: ‘Biggest achievement is making Nigerians poorer’ — Atiku’s aide attacks Tinubu appeared first on Vanguard News.
The shootings happened before midnight on Tuesday in an impoverished area of metal shacks near where illegal miners were living and working, police said. The post Gunmen shoot 12 dead near Johannesburg appeared first on Vanguard News.
The United Kingdom could make it easier for foreign professionals to qualify for work visas if the government adopts a new set of recommendations from the country’s independent Migration Advisory Committee (MAC). The post UK may consider relaxing work visa rules for Nigerian, other skilled foreign workers appeared first on Vanguard News.
Kashmir is considered highly sensitive by the Pakistani military and government after years of frequent skirmishes and full-blown wars with India. The post Pakistan army helicopter crashes, killing all on board appeared first on Vanguard News.
The NEF also said Nigerians are deeply in fear and when citizens live in fear, communities are under siege, and criminal elements operate with increasing boldness; millions of law-abiding citizens remain vulnerable. The post Northern elders to Tinubu: Nigeria’s bleeding, declare nat’l security emergency appeared first on Vanguard News.
"I will be at the next World Cup and will continue to make Somalia proud... Despite what has happened to me, I am not discouraged," Artan told journalists. The post ‘I’ll be at next World Cup’ in 2030: Somali referee barred from US appeared first on Vanguard News.
"You want 11 captains on the pitch and when you are playing in a game like that, at a World Cup, you cannot afford to carry anyone," Gascoigne told ITV. The post Gascoigne urges England to replicate 1990 spirit at World Cup appeared first on Vanguard News.
Nigerian singer Daniel Benson, popularly known as BNXN, has claimed that Lagos is more expensive than the United States, where he now resides following his relocation. The post Living in Lagos more expensive than US – says Singer BNXN after relocating appeared first on Vanguard News.
“The recent press statement and interview by the state police public relations officer concerning the kidnapping incident completely exonerated Sangogade, as his name was never mentioned in connection with the crime,” Awogboro stated. The post Adelabu’s PA has no hand in kidnap of sister, twin sons — Aide appeared first on Vanguard News.
”A lot has been recorded in this area, and these efforts have significantly reduced the number of people using land routes to leave the country irregularly.” The post NIS deploys technology against irregular migration appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Edo state government has ordered the immediate closure of three secondary schools in Akoko-Edo Local Government Area following intelligence reports of a kidnap threat against students. The post Edo shuts schools as DSS allegedly uncovers plot to abduct students appeared first on Vanguard News.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino is set to face the media on the eve of the World Cup on Wednesday, as off-field distractions dogged the build-up to the tournament. The post FIFA boss Infantino faces questions on eve of World Cup appeared first on Vanguard News.
U.S. representative for New Jersey’s 4th congressional district, Rep Chris Smith. has revealed that the Obama administration blocked Nigeria from being designated as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC), which was recommended by the United States Commission on International Religious The post Obama prevented Nigeria’s designation as CPC – U.S Rep appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
The Yobe State Emir of Gazargamu, Alhaji Tijjani Ibn Sale Geidam has died in Cairo, Egypt at the age of 80 ,after a prolonged illness in the Egyptian hospital. The death of Mai Gazargamu, Alhaji Tijjani Ibn Sale Geidam The post Yobe’s Emir of Gazargamu dies at 80 in Egypt appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
The Chairman of Tantita Security Services, High Chief Government Ekpemupolo, Tompolo, yesterday sued for peace in Warri, Delta State, as tension mounts between Ijaw, Urhobo and Itsekiri over the uncompleted ward delineation exercise in the area by the Independent National The post Tompolo urges INEC to restore peace in Warri appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has said that more than 360,000 youths in Enugu State are actively involved in hard drug use, representing about 13.4 per cent of the state’s youth population. It stated that the discovery followed a The post 360,000 youths actively involved in drug use in Enugu – NDLEA appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
The Okpe Peoples’ Forum (OPF), a pan-Okpe socio-political and cultural organisation, has endorsed Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, for a second term in office. The forum said its decision is based on the governor’s achievements in infrastructure, healthcare, education and The post Okpe Forum rallies support for Oborevwori’s re-election appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
*** Demands national security emergency *** NEF demands probe into illegal mining linked to insecurity The Northern Elders Forum (NEF), on Wednesday, faulted the administration of President Bola Tinubu over the worsening insecurity across the country, declaring that Nigeria is The post Nigeria Is Bleeding: Northern Elders fault FG over rising insecurity appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
THE Federal Government has issued unambiguous directive to contractors handling legacy road projects across the country never to block vehicular access for more than 14 days under whatever circumstances . Governement has also warned that no contractor has a liberty The post FG warns contractors against closing roads for more than 14 days appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
Women’s political advocates have expressed concern that the proposed Special Seats Bill, designed to increase female representation in Nigeria’s legislative bodies, will not influence the composition of the 2027 general elections after failing to complete the constitutional amendment process before The post Young women intensify push for Special Seats Bill appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
The ruling All Progressive Congress (APC) in Katsina State has reportedly initiated contact and begun moves to possibly woo a stalwart of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dr Mustapha Inuwa, back to the APC. Inuwa, who is a founding The post Katsina APC woos Inuwa as 34 ADC apirants defect to PDP appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
Nigeria is set to welcome elite beach volleyball athletes from eight West African countries as the nation hosts the 2026 African Nations Cup Beach Volleyball Zone 3 Qualifiers for Men and Women from July 3 to July 7 in Badagry, The post 2026 AFCON Beach Volleyball Zone 3 Qualifiers: Nigeria to Host Eight W/African Nations appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Ogun State rewards top 10 users of its OgunLearn platform with tablets, promoting digital learning and technology-driven education in the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-rewards-top-10-ogunlearn-platform-users-with-tablets/
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China warns the EU against imposing sanctions on Chinese companies over alleged links to Russia’s war in Ukraine, threatening countermeasures. Read More: https://punchng.com/china-warns-eu-against-imposing-sanctions-on-chinese-firms-over-russia-links/
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SGF George Akume insists Atiku Abubakar supported rotational presidency after the June 12 annulment, a key debate ahead of the 2027 elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/june-12-atiku-backed-rotational-presidency-deal-insists-akume/
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Omon-Julius Onabu in Asaba Contractors of the Warri Refining and Petrochemical Company (WRPC) Limited, Ekpan, Delta State, have cried out over alleged non-payment by the refinery for contracts executed since
Nigerian technology entrepreneur and sustainability advocate, Kenechukwu Ndunwa, has been nominated for the Innovator of the Year category at the Anambra Man of the Year (AMTY) Awards, in recognition of
Ndubuisi Francis in Abuja The federal government has welcomed the International Monetary Fund (IMF) 2026 Article IV Mission Concluding Statement on Nigeria, expressing a resolve to sustain the current economic
Yemi Kosoko in Jos Senator Diket Satso Plang, representing Plateau Central Senatorial District, has rolled out a wide‑ranging empowerment initiative across his constituency, signalling continued commitment to public service despite
Folalumi Alaran in Abuja Stakeholders have urged Nigerian students to urgently embrace artificial intelligence (AI) and other emerging digital skills, warning that academic certificates alone may no longer be sufficient
Kuni Tyessi in Abuja As part of activities marking the 2026 World Environment Day, students in Lagos, Port Harcourt and Abuja took part in tree planting and plastic cleanups which
Nume Ekeghe The federal government’s Investment in Digital and Creative Enterprises (iDICE) programme has onboarded 185 founders into the inaugural cohort of its Startup Bridge initiative, marking an early milestone
Presidential candidate in the 2027 general election and leader of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Prince Adewole Adebayo, has expressed deep sorrow over the derailment of the Warri–Itakpe train near
Kuni Tyessi in Abuja The Alternative Bank has stepped up its climate action drive, becoming the first financial institution in Nigeria to formally partner with the Federal Ministry of Environment
Kuni Tyessi in Abuja The British Council has highlighted Nigerian teachers using classroom research to drive education reform, with new studies on student wellbeing, professional development, and math anxiety presented
Omon-Julius Onabu in Asaba Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has expressed sadness over the train accident which occurred in Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area of DeltaState, assuring the people of prompt government’s
Linus Aleke in Abuja The Defence Headquarters has cautioned against the growing spread of misinformation on social media, warning that some purveyors of false narratives have misrepresented the Chief of Defence
Peter Uzoho Nigerian independent oil and gas company, Seplat Energy Plc, has announced the appointment of billionaire investor and business leader, Mr. Tony Elumelu, as the next chairman of the
Kuni Tyessi in Abuja The National Examinations Council (NECO) has warned teachers and the public about fraudulent online portals collecting money for examination supervisor jobs, clarifying that it charges no fees
Chief Corporate Services and Sustainability Officer of MTN Nigeria, Tobechukwu Okigbo, has been selected to receive the 2025 Anambra Corporate Person of the Year Award by the organisers of the
Sunday Aborisade in Abuja The National Chairman of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Prof. Abubakar Sadiq Gombe, yesterday fired back at attempts to use the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) online
Military spending was under scrutiny last week at the nation’s apex legislative institution when some senators demanded a thorough probe of allocated funds and its utilisation following the deepening security
Lawyers to Chief Ebi Egbe, CEO of Monimichelle Sports Facilities Construction Limited, have demanded immediate retraction and public apology from former Super Eagles goalkeeper, Idah Peterside, over alleged defamatory publications
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• Advises govt to focus on Eurobonds, others to finance deficit •Urges CBN to maintain tight monetary policy •FG: Impact of inflation on Nigerians painful Emmanuel Addeh, Olawale Ajimotokan in
Ndubuisi Francis in Abuja The federal government has welcomed the International Monetary Fund (IMF) 2026 Article IV Mission Concluding Statement on Nigeria, expressing a resolve to sustain the current economic
Truecaller, the global caller identification and spam-blocking platform, has expanded the rollout of its lightweight mobile application, Truecaller Lite, in read more Truecaller expands Lite app in Nigeria as spam and fraud calls surge
Senator Henry Seriake Dickson, National leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) and former Kano State governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso read more 2027: Kwankwaso, Dickson meet over Kano NDC primary fallouts
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned Nigerian regulators to remain vigilant over rising non-performing loans (NPLs) despite acknowledging that read more IMF warns Nigeria on rising bad loans despite stronger banks
The Katsina State Police Command has arrested a suspected notorious drug peddler and dismantled a four-man criminal syndicate allegedly involved read more Police arrest drug peddler, smash four-man robbery syndicate in Katsina
The Edo State Police Command has uncovered an elaborate self-kidnapping scheme allegedly orchestrated by a 45-year-old woman, Oluchi Ugbowan, who, read more Woman fakes abduction, enlists accomplices in N50m extortion scheme
Protest in South Africa: Nigeria government, Bianca Ojukwu react to xenophobic attacks for South Africa after Cyril Ramaphosa address BBC
Why are Nigeria-South Africa tensions rising amid xenophobic attacks? Al Jazeera
Xenophobia: First Batch Of Nigerian Evacuees From South Africa Expected Thursday — FG Channels Television
IMF backs Nigeria’s reform progress, warns poverty, food insecurity may worsen The Guardian Nigeria News
IMF warns Nigeria against reliance on hot money as foreign inflows surge Business News Nigeria
IMF warns Nigeria of risks in $5 billion swap deal with UAE lender Reuters
Obama prevented Nigeria’s designation as CPC – U.S Rep The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria Unable To Boost Gas Utilisation Due To Demand-Supply Infrastructural Gap — Falcon Channels Television
European countries bought more jet fuel from Nigeria in May – Report The Guardian Nigeria News
How we’re collaborating to defeat terrorists – Nigeria, US militaries Premium Times Nigeria
US-Nigeria military partnership rooted in mutual interest — AFRICOM Punch Newspapers
Nigeria-US partnership has degraded ISIS operations – DHQ Vanguard News
Gas-rich Nigeria missing out on big tech AI boom Business News Nigeria
Solar distribution firms, investors to grace Nigeria solar generator day The Nation Newspaper
TCN: Salvaging Nigeria’s Power Sector Requires Stronger Laws, Political Will THISDAYLIVE
LOCAL SPOTLIGHT: Tech vs. Terror: How Nigeria’s Security Chiefs Are Modernising Defence LEADERSHIP Newspapers
Nigeria: Rapid surge in suspected cholera cases in Borno State places health facilities under severe strain ReliefWeb
Nigeria plays Portugal in international World Cup friendly: All to know Al Jazeera
DEFENCE MINISTER COMMENDS NIGERIAN NAVY AT 70, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO MARITIME SECURITY AND BLUE ECONOMY – Ministry of Defence defence.gov.ng
Cyril Ramaphosa nationwide address: Nigeria delay evacuation of citizens from South Africa after President Tinubu approval BBC
Europe Increases Jet Fuel Imports From Nigeria In May Channels Television
Nigeria, U.S. Expand Counter-Terrorism Partnership to Joint Military Operations — Defence Headquarters PRNigeria News
Ronaldo leads Portugal squad for friendly against Nigeria Punch Newspapers
IMF warns Nigeria on rising bad loans despite stronger banks Business News Nigeria
From resource jinx to renewable rising: The choice Nigeria must make TheCable
Portugal vs Nigeria – date, time, venue and where to watch Vanguard News
Despite oil spills in Nigeria’s mangrove forests, Shell continued operations, documents show news - Mongabay
Protests in South Africa against foreigners: Nigeria join list of African kontris to evacuate citizens from South Africa as Ghana welcome second batch of citizens in Accra afta anti-immigration protests BBC
High hopes as Nigeria-U.S. pact shifts global counter-terrorism to Sahel The Guardian Nigeria News
Shell Identifies Strategic Pathways For Nigeria To Advance Gas Utilisation Channels Television
Nigeria Is Bleeding: Northern Elders fault FG over rising insecurity The Guardian Nigeria News
Demarketing Nigeria with fake news is a disservice to the nation Business News Nigeria
Pros and cons of Nigeria’s $10b surge in capital importation The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigerians spread across the 2026 World Cup Premium Times Nigeria
Army frees 360 people abducted by Boko Haram in Nigeria’s Borno state Al Jazeera
Nigeria: DJ Neptune drops remix of Crown Ape’s ‘Who Dat Girl? II’ ft. BOJ Music In Africa |
Nigeria’s economic reforms working, but poverty increasing – IMF Punch Newspapers
Nigeria sits on an energy goldmine beneath its feet Business News Nigeria
Beyond leadership change: Nigeria needs a system that works The Guardian Nigeria News
IMF Cautions Nigeria on $5bn Abu Dhabi Swap Deal Risks Punch Newspapers
Health Alert – U.S. Mission Nigeria June 9, 2026 U.S. Embassy and Consulate in Nigeria (.gov)
Nigeria banking tycoon Jim Ovia turns to luxury housing, calls property a better bet than banking Business Insider Africa
Bosun Tijani’s ITU ambition sparks debate over Nigeria’s digital economy leadership Business News Nigeria
GHC mobilises Nigerian students for anti-malaria competition The Guardian Nigeria News
EandC Legal advises on Liberia’s $60m coffee deal with Nigeria’s JR Farms Business News Nigeria
Portugal vs Nigeria: Super Eagles plan to spoil Ronaldo’s last home party The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria Explores Technology-Driven Policing with New AI and Connectivity Initiatives TechAfrica News
Nigeria’s economic reforms yielding gains, but poverty levels remain high – IMF Premium Times Nigeria
‘Nigeria must prioritise local manufacturing to achieve health security’ The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria’s youth: Locked out of formal work Business News Nigeria
Nigeria Hails 27 Years of Uninterrupted Democratic Governance Voice of Nigeria
Nigerian Army rescue 360 children and women: Military release videos of victims rescued from Boko Haram camp in Borno BBC
Oyo school kidnapping: Why Nigeria still dey struggle wit insecurity despite high security spending BBC
Nigeria: FG reaffirms commitment to sustaining economic reforms momentum ZAWYA
Nigeria may lose N2.8 trillion to new sugar tax, manufacturers warn The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria Backs OPEC’s Capacity Review as Cartel Raises Output THISDAYLIVE
Lower business costs, strengthened exports, security key to Nigeria’s economic growth – Olashore News Agency of Nigeria
INVESTMENTS, ENTERPRISE WILL DRIVE NIGERIA’S $1TRN ECONOMY – VP SHETTIMA The State House, Abuja
Nigeria Reaffirms Support for African Representation in Global Institutions Voice of Nigeria
Truecaller expands Lite app in Nigeria as spam and fraud calls surge Business News Nigeria
AI leads TikTok’s fight against harmful content in Nigeria Business News Nigeria
Nigeria leads Africa in spam calls 21stcenturychronicle.com
Adewole Adebayo: Six-Year Term Debate A Distraction From Nigeria’s Real Problems Arise News
CEVA Logistics, EFL Africa launch joint venture in Nigeria TheCable
War, hunger, and now aid cuts: Nigeria’s malnourished children surviving on hope TheCable
Nigeria, Ghana offer to help citizens leave South Africa DW.com
How NERC’s new net billing rules could transform Nigerian businesses Business News Nigeria
2026 AFCON Beach Volleyball Zone 3 Qualifiers: Nigeria to Host Eight W/African Nations The Guardian Nigeria News
Religious Leaders Seek Inclusion In Nigeria’s AI Policy, Demand Ethical Safeguards News Agency of Nigeria
House Launches Probe into Irregularities in Nigeria’s Copyright Administration NALTF
MPR adjustment: Nigerian banks quick to raise lending rate, but slow to reduce it, says IMF TheCable
Nigeria’s democratic structures struggling with multidimensional poverty, insecurity: LEAD Peoples Gazette Nigeria
Microfinance Bank graduates second DreamDevs cohort to boost Nigeria's engineering talent pool The Guardian Nigeria News
CEVA Logistics and EFL form Nigeria joint venture Africa Business Communities
Nigeria’s foreign debt to hit $72.6bn after 2027 polls – IMF Punch Newspapers