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 aviation minister said all relevant agencies have been directed to work with Enugu Air to determine the cause of Thursday’s runway excursion at Benin Airport. The post Keyamo orders probe into Enugu Air runway incident appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
In the name of Allah, Most Merciful, the Bestower of Mercy. Praise be to Allah, who made His religion manifest among the worlds, made firm the hearts of His believing allies, and saved them from the plots of the wrongdoing people. I bear witness that there is no deity worthy of worship except Allah alone, […] The post Friday Sermon: The power of the noble Qur’an!, By Murtadha Gusau appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
President Donald Trump also said he is considering a “massive attack” on Iran, which would leave the country devastated. The post Trump weighs ‘massive attack’ on Iran after two weeks of consecutive strikes appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The Bank was recognised for Retail Banking Excellence, Sustainability Leadership The post UBA sweeps top honours at 2026 Euromoney Awards, named Nigeria’s Best ESG appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
His departure caught many by surprise, particularly after Celtic manager Martin O'Neill disclosed that he believed the Nigerian forward had agreed to extend his stay at Parkhead before negotiations unexpectedly collapsed The post Why I joined Turkish Club Bursaspor-Iheanacho appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
A resignation letter seen by PREMIUM TIMES shows that Mr Bello formally quit the ADC on 21 July. The post Top El-Rufai ally quits Kaduna ADC days after party’s reconciliation appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Ahead of his comeback, Joshua admitted he has deliberately immersed himself in work because he is not emotionally ready to fully process the loss The post Anthony Joshua says tragic deaths of close friends continue to hurt ahead of comeback fight appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The dispute which began in 1979 between the Jobi community of Maigatari Local Government Area in Jigawa State and the Kyalli community of Dungass Department in the Zinder Region of Niger Republic had repeatedly disrupted agricultural activities The post Jigawa resettles returnee farmers from Niger Republic after 47 years of dispute appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Finance income also increased sharply to N18.73 billion, supported by higher interest earned on cash balances. The post BUA Cement records N16.57bn foreign exchange gains appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The bureau says it would release a preliminary report within 30 days in line with regulatory requirements, while a final report containing its findings and safety recommendations would be published after the investigation is completed. The post NSIB begins investigation into Enugu Air runway excursion in Benin appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
“This is not simply a mandate to occupy office. It is a responsibility to strengthen ADVAN as the leading voice of advertisers and marketing professionals in Nigeria,” Mr Ogra said. The post Tinubu’s aide emerges ADVAN President as association elects new exco at AGM appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
"The economy is already stabilised. To many of the governors here present, I want to say thank you very much, and I want to charge you to do more. The golden era is here now. Nigerians are not asking for too much: simple stability, social welfare,” he said. The post Tinubu asks governors to consolidate administration’s economic reforms, says Nigeria in golden era appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Mrs Tinubu donated N2 billion to the Abia State Government to support the development of Akwete fabric, a prestigious hand-woven textile indigenous to the Akwete community in Abia. The post PHOTOS: First Lady Remi Tinubu’s visit to Abia to promote Akwete weaving heritage appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
While some stakeholders argued that requiring social media platforms to establish physical offices in Nigeria could lead to the withdrawal or shutdown of some platforms, others supported the proposal, saying it would create employment opportunities, promote technology transfer and strengthen corporate social responsibility. The post NBA, others disagree on bill requiring social media platforms to establish physical offices appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The apparent moderation gaps are providing fraudsters with a powerful channel to reach potential victims and lend credibility to their fraudulent schemes through sponsored placement. The post SPECIAL REPORT: Inside AI scam ads exploiting TikTok’s advertising system to defraud Nigerians appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has announced a 14-day special security operation aimed at dismantling criminal networks responsible for killings, kidnappings and other violent crimes across Benue State. Speaking at a town hall meeting with stakeholders in Makurdi on Thursday, the IGP described the security situation in the state as alarming, saying the persistent attacks had […] Benue: IGP declares war on killers, armed criminals, orders 14-day crackdown
The Organised Private Sector of Nigeria, OPSN, has opposed the proposed increase in mandatory pension contributions being considered by the National Pension Commission, PenCom, warning that the move could negatively impact businesses, jobs and workers’ earnings. OPSN, which comprises major business groups, including the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria, MAN, the Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association, NECA, […] Organised Private Sector kicks against pension contribution hike, warns of job losses
A gambling watchdog group, the independent Group of Copenhagen, is investigating up to seven matches from the recently concluded World Cup, over irregular betting activity. One of such fixtures is the United States’ last-16 defeat to Belgium. The Athletic reports that they cited a predictions market line titled: ‘Will Folarin Balogun play against Belgium’, as […] 2026 World Cup: Investigations begin into seven games over match-fixing
Footage of some officers of the Nigeria Police Force, who attempted to extort money from a passenger along the Lagos-Sagamu Expressway, has triggered public outrage. In the 2 minutes 34 seconds video, one of the officers at a checkpoint was heard demanding ‘money’ from the traveler, who claimed to be a resident of Akure. The […] ‘I would’ve slapped you if you were Igbo’ – Police officers extorting traveler threaten [VIDEO]
Chelsea have agreed a deal with Crystal Palace to sign Maxence Lacroix. The France defender has now been given permission to finalise the transfer. It is understood Chelsea gave Palace the chance to discuss signing one of their defenders available for transfer during talks. There has been interest from other clubs in Axel Disasi, Trevoh […] Transfer: Chelsea agree deal to sign Lacroix
BUA Cement recorded a net foreign exchange gain of N16.57 billion during the first half of 2026 compared with only N782.8 million in the same period last year and a N9.70 billion foreign exchange loss for the full 2025 financial year. This marked reversal reflects the relatively more stable exchange rate environment that has followed the sharp currency […] BUA Cement profit jumps 80% to N324.9BN on cost discipline, new markets entry
Troops of the Joint Task Force North East, Operation HADIN KAI, have arrested two suspected Boko Haram members during a clearance operation conducted along the Mandaragirau–Kurtum axis in Borno State. The Nigerian Army made this known in a post on X, saying the operation was carried out at about 10:00 a.m. on July 22 by […] Troops arrest two suspected Boko Haram members in Borno
Social media critic, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has advised Tiktok stars Peller and Jarvis against getting married, claiming they are “still too young.” DAILY POST recalls that Peller and Jarvis recently announced that their wedding will be held on 1st August 2026. Reacting in a video message shared via his social media […] ‘You need to be in school, not marriage’ – Verydarkman tells Peller
The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 20-year-old woman, Rabi Abubakar, for allegedly pouring hot water on her pregnant co-wife during a domestic dispute, an attack that reportedly led to the death of a newborn baby. The suspect, a resident of Daba Village in Bauchi Local Government Area, was arrested by operatives of the […] Woman allegedly pours hot water on pregnant co-wife, newborn dies in Bauchi
Troops of the Joint Task Force North East, Operation HADIN KAI, in collaboration with the Yobe State Hunters Group, have arrested five suspected kidnappers during a coordinated raid operation in Fune Local Government Area of Yobe State. Security expert, Zagazola Makama, disclosed this in a post on X. Makama said that the operation was conducted […] Troops, hunters capture five suspected kidnappers in Yobe
The Kano State Executive Council has declared the practice popularly known as “Daba” a deviant and unacceptable social act, directing security agencies and relevant government institutions to intensify enforcement against the practice across the state. The decision was among key policy resolutions reached during the 40th Executive Council meeting chaired by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf […] Kano govt declares ‘Daba’ illegal, orders crackdown on practice
The Air Component of Operation HADIN KAI has carried out a precision airstrike on a suspected Islamic State West Africa Province, ISWAP, hideout in the Southern Lake Chad region, killing several terrorists during a late-night operation in Borno State. The development was reported by Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency and security analyst covering the Lake Chad […] Nigerian military wipes out ISWAP fighters in deadly Borno airstrike
The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential running mate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has disclosed that he never collected one naira from the security vote while he was governor of Kano State for eight years. Kwankwaso made the remark while insisting that state police is due to a huge failure of leadership in Northern Nigeria. He spoke in […] I never collected one naira from security vote as Kano governor – Kwankwaso
Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi, has called for a thorough investigation into the runway excursion involving an Enugu Air aircraft at the Benin Airport, describing the incident as a reminder of the need to strengthen aviation safety across Nigeria. Obi made the call in a statement posted on his official […] ‘Investigate root cause of Enugu Air runway excursion’ – Peter Obi tells NCAA, NSIB
Lagos State House of Assembly has suspended the confirmation of two nominees forwarded by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for appointment into the Local Government Service Commission, LGSC, stating that further review of their submissions was required. The affected nominees are Durosimi Yinka and Seriki Ahmed, whose confirmations were deferred pending additional scrutiny by the lawmakers. Meanwhile, […] Lagos Assembly suspends confirmation of Two Sanwo-Olu LGSC nominees
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has made a shocking revelation of how his vice, Atiku Abubakar, funded his impeachment plot with N5 million during his first term in office. Obasanjo made the allegation in response to Olusegun Osoba, former Ogun State governor, over comments relating to the political events that led to the 2003 general elections. In […] Atiku funded my impeachment plot with N5 million – Obasanjo
Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has reacted to the crash-landing of Enugu Air at Benin airport in Edo State. In a post on his verified X handle on Friday, Keyamo said he had ordered all the relevant agencies to work closely with Enugu Air to unravel the cause of the incident. DAILY POST […] Aviation Minister, Keyamo reacts to Enugu Air incident, orders investigation
A former media aide to the late ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, Bashir Ahmad, has suggested that the appropriate punishment for kidnappers should be death sentence and not life imprisonment. Ahmad maintained that life imprisonment is too lenient for the crime of kidnapping. He made his view known in a post on X while reacting to the […] Oyo abduction: Kidnappers should face death sentence, not life imprisonment – Buhari’s ex-aide
Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has criticised Governor Ademola Adeleke’s directive suspending all activities of the National Union of Road Transport Workers, NURTW, across the state. The opposition party, in a statement issued on Thursday by its Director of Media and Information, Kola Olabisi, described the order as unconstitutional, illegal and beyond the […] Gov Adeleke’s NURTW directive breached constitution — Osun APC
The Adamawa State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested 10 secondary school graduates over alleged final-year celebrations tagged “signed out.” The command, in a statement by its Public Relations Officer, DSC Nyako Amidu Baba, accused the students of public nuisance and other misconducts associated with their final-year celebrations. The […] NSCDC arrests 10 secondary school graduates over alleged banned “signed out” celebration in Adamawa
In today’s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with Senator Ted Cruz of the United States of America accusing the President Bola Tinubu government of using public relations lobbying to mask the killing of Christians in Nigeria. The post Nigerian newspapers review: [Christian killings] Nigeria hiring lobbyists to mask insecurity – Ted Cruz appeared first on Vanguard News.
Commenting on Gowon’s memoir, Ulasi argued that the book failed to present an accurate account of the events leading to and during the conflict. The post Dan Ulasi questions Gowon’s civil war memoir, dismisses it as ‘convenient amnesia’ appeared first on Vanguard News.
King Charles III officially opened the 23rd Commonwealth Games in Glasgow on Thursday to launch 10 days in a slimmed down event designed to control costs. The post Photos: King Charles opens Commonwealth Games at Glasgow ceremony, Team Nigeria dazzles appeared first on Vanguard News.
"Can INEC truly be independent without financial autonomy? If we are serious about strengthening our institutions and conducting free, fair and credible elections, then financial autonomy is essential," Amupitan declared. The post 2027: INEC can’t be truly independent without financial autonomy — Amupitan appeared first on Vanguard News.
The 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) kicks off in Morocco on Sunday with qualification for the World Cup and a record two-million-dollar first prize on the line. The post WAFCON favourites Nigeria eye World Cup slot and record prize money appeared first on Vanguard News.
Warns against interference, says any deviation could trigger litigation By Dayo Johnson Akure The Oduduwa Citizen Liberation Vanguard (OCLV) has urged the Ekiti State Government to allow the selection process for the new Alara of Aramoko-Ekiti to proceed in accordance with the state’s Chieftaincy Declaration. In a statement jointly signed by its Coordinator, Korede Olanipekun, […] The post Group urges Ekiti govt not to alter Alara selection process appeared first on Vanguard News.
Just as Apostle Paul used Roman road network and the common Greek language to spread the gospel, today’s ministers can effectively use social media The post As evangelism goes viral: How modern day pastors are taking over social media space appeared first on Vanguard News.
Iran's army said on Friday it carried out drone strikes against several American military facilities and bases in Bahrain and Jordan in retaliation for the latest US attacks against the Islamic republic. The post Iran army says attacked US bases in Bahrain, Jordan appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Vincent Ujumadu AWKA — The Anambra State Government has introduced a plea bargain option for suspects undergoing criminal trial as part of efforts to accelerate the administration of justice and reduce delays in the prosecution of cases. However, suspects standing trial for murder, rape, armed robbery and kidnapping are excluded from the initiative. The […] The post Anambra offers plea bargain to criminal suspects, excludes murder, kidnapping cases appeared first on Vanguard News.
Start by sitting down with your child(ren) and explaining why you’re doing this. Frame it as protection and love, not punishment The post Digital Devices: How every parent can master parental controls appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Godwin Oritse The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has released 36 trucks belonging to members of the Association of Maritime Truck Owners (AMATO) that were impounded during an investigation into alleged trade infractions at Zarmmak Bonded Terminal in the Amuwo Odofin area of Lagos. The trucks were detained by Customs Police attached to the Zone ‘A’ […] The post Customs releases impounded trucks after CGC’s intervention at bonded terminal appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Prisca Sam-Duru The Advisory Board of The Nigeria Prize For Literature, on Thursday, July 23, 2026, announced a longlist of 11 for the 2026 edition of the prize. The eleven outstanding poetry collections which emerged on the longlist were selected from 223 entries received earlier for the competition. The announcement, by the chairman of […] The post 11 poets compete for $100,000, ‘The Nigeria Prize for Literature 2026’ appeared first on Vanguard News.
For many small businesses in Nigeria, growth now happens partly on a phone screen. A fashion seller takes orders on Instagram. A food vendor receives payment before delivery. A small logistics operator confirms addresses through WhatsApp. A freelancer sends invoices to clients outside the country. The shop may still be physical, but the relationship with […] The post Why Digital Trust Is Becoming Essential for Nigeria’s Growing SME Economy appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Obas Esiedesa Engineers under the Institute of Appraisers and Cost Engineers (IACE) have called for stronger application of engineering valuation, cost engineering and engineering economy principles to address cost overruns, waste and inefficiencies in project execution in Nigeria. The call was made at the 2026 National Technical Conference of the IACE, held in Abuja, with […] The post Engineers seek stronger cost control, valuation to improve project delivery appeared first on Vanguard News.
…Says support for Tinubu, Renewed Hope Agenda remains unchanged By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo OSOGBO — Senator Olubiyi Fadeyi, representing Osun Central Senatorial District, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC) and returned to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Fadeyi was among the federal lawmakers who defected from the PDP to the APC but failed […] The post Osun Election: Senator Fadeyi quits APC, returns to PDP appeared first on Vanguard News.
History is an unforgiving archivist, and it does not record the eloquence of our pleadings when our conduct mocks our prose The post The Bar Before the Bar, by Stephanie Shaakaa appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo OSOGBO — The Owa Obokun of Ijesaland, Oba Adesuyi Haastrup, has prayed for the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the August 15 election, Mr. Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO), expressing hope that God would grant him success and enable him to deliver good governance if elected. The monarch spoke […] The post Osun Election: Owa Obokun prays for APC candidate Oyebamiji, urges good governance appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Progress Godfrey Vice President Kashim Shettima has called for greater African influence in shaping global telecommunications and digital policies. He said that the continent must move beyond participation to actively driving decisions that will determine the future of digital technologies. Speaking at the High-Level Segment of the 7th Ordinary Session of the African Telecommunications Union […] The post Shettima pushes for stronger African voice in global digital policy appeared first on Vanguard News.
“Nigerian officials have created an environment that facilitates mass violence against Christians and religious minorities by imposing blasphemy and Sharia laws" The post Christian Killings: Nigeria hiring lobbyists to mask insecurity — Ted Cruz appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Nigerian naira traded within a relatively stable range against the United States dollar on Friday, July 24, 2026, at both the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) and the parallel market, as traders continued to monitor foreign exchange liquidity and demand. The post Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, July 24, 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Katsina Governor Dikko Radda announces the expansion of the Nigeria for Women Programme Scale-Up to all 34 LGAs, empowering over 57,000 women economically. Read More: https://punchng.com/katsina-to-expand-women-empowerment-programme/
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Survivors recount how fake job offers led them into sex slavery in Cote d’Ivoire. Learn about human trafficking in Nigeria and how to avoid falling victim. Read More: https://punchng.com/fake-job-offers-lured-us-into-cote-d-ivoire-sex-slavery-survivors/
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Oghenevwede Ohworiole in Abuja A former Deputy Governor of Taraba State, and newly inaugurated Director General of the Renewed Hope People Advocacy (RHPA), Armayau Abunakar, has declared that there is
Folalumi Alaran in Abuja Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has called on African leaders to develop a new financing architecture that enables the continent to mobilise its own resources, attract investment
Yinka Kolawole in Osogbo The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Osun State chapter, yesterday backed the suspension of all motor parks in the state following the leadership crisis that
Chuks Okocha in Abuja The political crisis brewing within the Accord Party (AP) in Osun State has deepened as elders and stakeholders loyal to the party’s presidential candidate, Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim,
Gbenga Sodeinde in Ado Ekiti The Ekiti State Government has hailed the federal government over the National Boundary Commission (NBC) resolve to mediate in the lingering border dispute between Eda Oniyo
Sylvester Idowu in Warri The Ugborodo Management Committee (UMC) has petitioned the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, to thoroughly investigate the circumstances surrounding the release of some suspects
Sunday Aborisade in Abuja The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Plateau State, Chief Kefiano Kefas Ropshik, has urged the state government to channel about N500 million monthly into
In the annals of Nigerian politics, loyalty is no doubt a rare currency. It is often tested by fire, traded for convenience, and often discarded when power shifts. However, once
Former Chairman of House of Representatives Committee on Climate Change, Hon Sam Onuigbo, becomes first African president of GLOBE Legislators. Emameh Gabriel, in this piece, dissects his climate advocacy but
As candidates prepare for the kick off of the campaigns in August, 2026, ahead of Nigeria’s presidential poll in January, 2027, Chido Nwangwu captures some of the dimensions of the
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Sunday Aborisade in Abuja The Senate on Wednesday directed far-reaching reforms to improve safety standards in Nigeria’s mining sector following the deaths of 20 artisanal miners in a landslide at
Michael Olugbode in Abuja The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, on Thursday unveiled Nigeria’s 10-year Agrifood System Strategy and Action Plan, declaring the federal government was
Deji Elumoye in Abuja President Bola Tinubu has charged Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations (UN), Ambassador Jimoh Ibrahim, to be focused in his assignment at the international body
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• Agency develops 5-year intervention plan Onyebuchi Ezigbo in Abuja The federal government has flagged-off the third phase of the Renewed Hope Employment Initiative meant to help reduce youth unemployment
• Approves N15.06bn intervention on Benue road, warns Works Ministry to prioritise rehabilitation over new projects Sunday Aborisade in Abuja The Senate on Thursday mounted fresh pressure on the federal
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• ATU partners GSMA to raise Africa’s telecom revenue base Oghenevwede Ohwovoriole in Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima has stated that Africa must play a more prominent role in shaping
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Technology for Social Change and Development Initiative (Tech4Dev) has been named a WSIS Prizes 2026 Champion by the International Telecommunication
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Twenty-one children who once survived through street begging and informal Almajiri education will graduate next week as trained technology technicians
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CAN rejects proposed ban on preaching inside vehicles The Guardian Nigeria News
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Armed attackers kill more than 20 in northwest Nigeria Al Jazeera
Enugu Air E170 badly damaged in southern Nigeria overrun FlightGlobal
United Nigeria suspends Benin flights after runway closure Punch Newspapers
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Nigeria’s wastewater blind spot is public health and jobs opportunity TheCable
Foreign interests may be fuelling Nigeria’s security crisis, says Presidency The Nation Newspaper
HURIWA protests bill mandating social media firms’ offices in Nigeria The Guardian Nigeria News
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Nigeria’s money supply hits N133.25tn despite tight monetary policy Punch Newspapers
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Oyo schoolchildren kidnap suspects: Orire school children kidnap suspects appear in court BBC
Trump replies Tinubu, pledges US’s support in Nigeria’s fight against terrorism Premium Times Nigeria
South Africa anti immigration protest: Nigeria, Ghana report South Africa to AU over xenophobic attacks BBC
IMF urges Nigeria, other African govts to improve data transparency, productivity The Guardian Nigeria News
Many feared dead in another Nigeria boat disaster but why do they keep happening? BBC
South Africa unexpectedly holds rates, joins Ghana, Nigeria in policy pause Businessday NG
Senate backs bill seeking physical offices for Meta, Google, X in Nigeria TheCable
WAFCON favourites Nigeria eye World Cup slot and record prize money RFI
‘Why Nigeria’s industrial future depends on private capital’ The Guardian Nigeria News
Germany targets expanded economic ties with Nigeria The Guardian Nigeria News
Full List: 68 Lawyers Elevated to SAN Rank in Nigeria Punch Newspapers
Nigeria transitioning off-grid sector toward bankable utility markets Businessday NG
Beyond the billions: How NELFUND is saving dreams, driving academic excellence in Nigeria The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria targets zero-tariff policy to narrow trade imbalance with China The Guardian Nigeria News
Why regulatory clarity matters in Nigeria’s emerging state electricity markets TheCable
Senate pushes bill for Facebook, TikTok offices in Nigeria Punch Newspapers
Trump’s Letter To Tinubu Proof US-Nigeria Cooperation Is Yielding Results — Presidency Channels Television
How Afrobeats Became Nigeria’s ‘Winning Team’ At 2026 FIFA World Cup Channels Television
How 21 former almajiri children learned drone assembly, became Nigeria’s newest tech entrepreneurs Businessday NG
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FULL LIST: Nigeria retains position as Africa’s most populous country, now 242.4 million Punch Newspapers
Insecurity Will Soon Be A Thing Of The Past In Nigeria – Akpabio Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation
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Germany, Nigeria To Stregthen Cultural Partnership With Film Week In 4 Cities LEADERSHIP Newspapers
Oil block bidding: Inside Nigeria’s seven-hour transparency test Punch Newspapers
Beyond training: Nigeria must close the skills-performance gap Punch Newspapers
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Senate backs plan to compel social media companies to establish Nigerian offices PM News Nigeria
Even Messi needed trophies, Nigerians demand results, not dribbling The Guardian Nigeria News
‘We discussed need for credible elections in Nigeria’ — Obi meets outgoing UK high commissioner TheCable
Malnutrition Costs Nigeria More than Oil Pipeline Vandalism, Power Outages Combined THISDAYLIVE
Africa Moves Closer To Historic Commonwealth Games Hosting After Nigeria’s Push In Glasgow LEADERSHIP Newspapers
Nigeria affected as Trump hits countries with 12.5% tariff over ‘forced labour imports’ TheCable
Nigeria, EU reaffirm commitment to strengthening strategic partnership Realnews Magazine
NDE Begins 3rd Phase RHEI Registration Across Nigeria LEADERSHIP Newspapers
Jamb Begins Registration for NCE, Non-Technological Agricultural Programmes Voice of Nigeria
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Nigerians evacuated from South Africa: Ova 300 more Nigerians arrive from South Africa - wat next? BBC
Non-governance and Nigeria’s disappearing civic space Daily Trust
US slaps 12.5% tariff on Nigerian imports over forced labour rules PM News Nigeria
BREAKING: Tinubu approves expansion of Nigerian Army to 12 divisions Punch Newspapers
Lagos exposes Nigeria’s housing crisis Punch Newspapers
Senate Pushes to Compel Social Media Giants to Open Nigeria Offices THISDAYLIVE
Nigeria’s reforms winning global recognition, says President The Nation Newspaper
Nigeria needs creative businesses, not artists – Loom Rooms CEO Punch Newspapers
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Nigeria loses $550m yearly to palm oil imports — LCCI Punch Newspapers
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Jetour Nigeria strengthens market dominance Daily Trust
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