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 Criminal Court in Damascus on Tuesday found Bashar al-Assad guilty of premeditated murder. The post Syria’s ex-President Bashar al-Assad sentenced to death appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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It was the Presidency that first informed Nigerians about President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s meeting with the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) on 28 July 2026. In a statement issued by presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga, the Presidency said the President received a CBCN delegation led by its President, the Most Rev. Matthew Man-Oso Ndagoso, Archbishop […] The post Nigeria’s condition in debate: Reviewing the Bishops–Presidency conversation, By Samuel Aruwan appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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NUPRC says 53.7 million barrels of crude oil and condensate were supplied to local refineries between April and June 2026 under the Domestic Crude Supply Obligation (DCSO), representing 97.4 per cent compliance in the second quarter. The post 53.7m barrels of crude oil, condensate supplied to local refiners in Q2 — NUPRC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Ucheibe acknowledged that Nigeria gave everything in the contest but admitted that their efforts ultimately fell short, and despite the disappointment of losing their quarter-final, she insisted that Nigeria’s World Cup dream is not over The post Despite defeat to Cameroon, World Cup remains our target – Super Falcons’ Christy Ucheibe appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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The three-match series is part of both teams’ preparations for next month’s FIBA Women’s World Cup in Berlin, with China now looking to complete a 3-0 sweep when the sides meet for the final time in Foshan on Wednesday The post China eye D’Tigress clean sweep after second straight Pre-World Cup victory appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Amedspor confirmed Sor’s arrival on Monday via an exciting video through its official social media platforms, welcoming the 26-year-old winger as he brings an end to months of uncertainty surrounding his future at Genk The post Another Nigerian star moves to Turkey ahead of historic Super Lig campaign appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The 2027 Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has described as false the report that he asked Nigerian soldiers to reject the salary increase approved by President Bola Tinubu. Obi said this in a post on his verified X handle on Tuesday, calling on Nigerians and the Armed Forces to disregard the report. […] Peter Obi denies asking soldiers to reject salary increase
The Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission (OYSIEC) has accepted the list of candidates submitted by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) faction backed by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, for the upcoming local government elections. The commission received the names of the party’s chairmanship and councillorship candidates for the December 29, 2026, […] Oyo electoral body accepts Wike-backed PDP candidates for council polls
Peter Okoye of the P-Square music duo has revealed the only thing he fears most in life. Speaking in an interview on the Nancy Isime show on Monday, Peter noted that he was not afraid of death. Revealing his greatest fear, he said the only thing he was afraid of in this life was poverty. […] ‘I’m not afraid of death’ – Peter Okoye reveals his only fear [Video]
Families of soldiers accused of involvement in an alleged plot to overthrow the government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu have raised concerns over the treatment of the detained officers, calling for due process, a fair trial and greater transparency in the military proceedings. Speaking in an interview with DCL English on Monday, A’isha Nana, whose […] Families of soldiers accused of coup plot against Tinubu raise fresh alarm
Four northern governors, who are members of the All Progressives Congress, APC, have come under criticism over their alleged reaction to remarks made by Islamic cleric, Sheikh Yahya Jingir who described Christians as infidels, claiming that Nigeria belongs to Muslims. The controversy followed comments made by the cleric on Saturday during a mass wedding ceremony organised by […] Four APC govs under scrutiny for ‘cheering’ Sheik Jingir during anti-Christian comment
Security forces in Enugu State have arrested three suspects allegedly linked to the August 2, 2026, kidnapping at St Joseph’s Catholic Church, Inoyi-Affa, in Udi Local Government Area of the state. The operation, conducted jointly by the Department of State Services, DSS, Nigerian Army, Nigeria Police Force, Enugu State Forest Guard and other security agencies, […] Security forces arrest kidnappers of Enugu Catholic seminarian, others [Photo]
Former chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Salihu Lukman has stressed the need for a fresh opposition coalition under the aegis of the G100 to unite and endorse one presidential candidate to challenge President Bola Tinubu and the ruling party. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television’s ‘Morning Show’, on Tuesday, Lukman called on […] 2027: How opposition plans to unseat Tinubu – Salihu Lukman
Former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Bode George, on Tuesday, said some chieftains sees the former ruling party as their personal empire due to selfish reasons. George explainsed that some of those chieftains no longer respected the PDP’s leadership hierarchy as laid down by the party’s founding fathers. He spoke during […] Some PDP members see party as personal empire – Bode George
Manchester United legend, Paul Scholes, has told the club to pursue a transfer for Argentina and Tottenham Hotspur centre-back, Cristian Romero this summer. Romero, who celebrated his 28th birthday earlier in April, is believed to be keen on departing from Tottenham, even though his current contract runs until June 2029. In recent weeks, he has […] Transfer: Scholes names EPL star better than Maguire, De Ligt Man United should sign
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo has sacked Mrs Sonia Ebanehita Omonzane as the Executive Chairman of the State Universal Basic Education Board, SUBEB, and replaced her with Hon Ayewoh Ambrose Oyakhilome. DAILY POST reports the sack of Mrs Omonzane as SUBEB chairman made it four persons that the governor had fired as the executive chairman of the […] Okpebholo sacks Omonzane as SUBEB chairman, appoints Oyakhilome
Nigerian comedian, AY, has spoken about the possibility of singer, 2Baba divorcing his wife, Natasha Osawaru. AY made this known at Daddy Showkey’s 50 years on stage concert in Lagos. While disclosing that 2Baba was his neighbour before his relationship with Natasha, AY explained that Natasha relocated the singer to Edo State and Abuja. Speaking […] 2Baba will soon join me for single men club – AY says amid singer’s marital crisis [Video]
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace, OPEP, have neutralised two suspected terrorists, apprehended a bandit and recovered an AK-47 rifle during an operation in Plateau State. This is contained in an operational report made available to the News Agency of Nigeria, NAN, Abuja, on Tuesday. According to the report, the incident occurred on August 10 at […] Military wipes out terrorists in Plateau, recovers rifle
Solution FC have concluded plans to hold a seven-day open screening exercise ahead of the 2026-27 season. The screening exercise will run from Thursday August 13th to Thursday, August 23rd, 2026. Solution FC made the announcement in a statement signed by the Interim Supervisor General, Chikelue Iloenyosi. According to the statement, the exercise is open […] NNL: Solution FC announce seven-day screening to discover new players
Real Madrid have rejected offers for at least three of their midfielders. According to Marca, they are captain Federico Valverde, Aurelien Tchouameni and Eduardo Camavinga. The LaLiga giants were approached for Valverde but did not even entertain the bid. Madrid were also asked about Tchouameni and Camavinga. The offers were not assessed as the club […] Transfer: Real Madrid reject offers for three players
Rafiu Durosinmi has set his sights on becoming top scorer in the Belgian Pro League this season, DAILY POST reports. Durosinmi opened scoring for Genk against Zulte Waregem on Sunday only for the home team to fight back and win 2-1 on the opening day of action. Despite the defeat, the Nigeria international was named Man of […] Belgium: Durosinmi reveals big target at Genk
Super Falcons head coach, Justine Madugu is considering replacing Chiamaka Nnadozie after the goalkeeper’s error in Sunday’s 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations 1-0 quarter-final defeat to Cameroon. Nnadozie was at fault for the Indomitable Lionesses’ lone strike scored by Maeva Nyadjou in the 19th minute. The Brighton shot stopper was only able to push Nyadjou’s […] 2027 WWC Playoffs: Madugu hints at goalkeeper switch after Nnadozie error
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There was pandemonium at the Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rivers State, on Monday, following a sporadic shooting that left students in panic. Reports alleged that the development was prompted by a violent clash between two rival cult groups, Vikings and Black Axe within the campus. It was gathered that the shooting lasted for over 20 […] Pandemonium in Rivers varsity as gunshots throw students into panic [VIDEO]
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Actress Judy Austin has dragged veteran actress, Rita Edochie before the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, over alleged defamatory statements, demanding N1 billion in damages. Austin disclosed the development in a post on her verified Instagram, where she shared a copy of a writ of summons filed against Edochie. The suit listed Austin […] Judy Austin drags Rita Edochie to court, demands N1bn over alleged defamation
In today’s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with Nigerian Army Colonel, Mohammed Ma’aji, who is accused of involvement in an alleged plot to overthrow the government of President Bola Tinubu, saying his actions were driven by patriotism and frustration over what he described as worsening conditions in the country. The post Nigerian newspapers review: Why we planned coup against Tinubu – Col Ma’aji appeared first on Vanguard News.
…Urges politicians to emulate former President’s non-violent politics By John Alechenu ABUJA — National Chairman of the Labour Party, LP, Senator Nenadi Usman, has said Nigeria’s democracy survived the 2015 elections largely because former President Goodluck Jonathan prioritised peace over power. Usman stated this while speaking to journalists on the sidelines of the 2026 Goodluck […] The post Jonathan’s 2015 sacrifice saved Nigeria’s democracy — Nenadi Usman appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Ben Ngwakwe, Gombe UMUAHIA — The Abia State Police Command has welcomed a new Commissioner of Police, CP Wilfred Olutokunbo Afolabi, who has assumed duty as the 35th Commissioner of Police in the state. Afolabi takes over from AIG Danladi Isa, who was promoted and redeployed to the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID), Annex, […] The post Afolabi assumes duty as 35th Abia Commissioner of Police appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Ben Ngwakwe, Gombe GOMBE — Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has intensified efforts to attract Federal Government intervention in major road projects across the state, particularly those considered critical to agricultural, commercial, industrial and tourism development. Yahaya renewed the push during a meeting with the Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, on Monday […] The post Inuwa intensifies push for federal road projects, meets Umahi appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Adesina Wahab Da Amakiri Tubo, Alhaji Mujahid Abubakr Dokubo-Asari, Amanyanabo of The Source, Elem Kalabari, Torusarama Piri, has explained his decision to support the aspiration of Hon. Engr. Elvis Donkemezuo to represent Yenagoa–Kolokuma/Opokuma Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives in 2027. Dokubo-Asari, who publicly endorsed the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate during an […] The post Why I am supporting Donkemezuo for House of Reps — Dokubo-Asari appeared first on Vanguard News.
…As Natasha says campaign must be house-to-house By John Alechenu ABUJA — The Kogi Central chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has inaugurated its campaign organisation for the 2027 general elections, with a charge to members to take the party’s campaign to the grassroots. The campaign council was inaugurated in Okene under the leadership […] The post 2027: Kogi Central PDP inaugurates campaign council, names Etudaiye DG appeared first on Vanguard News.
Her rescue began with a viral video. In the footage, which circulated widely on social media, an unidentified interviewer found the young Nigerian on the streets of Abidjan and began asking questions to establish her identity and trace her family. The post ‘I WANT TO BE A NURSE’: Trafficked Delta girl finds hope after escaping Abidjan prostitution ring appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Golok Nanmwa JOS — An All Progressives Congress, APC, stalwart and businessman, Bashir Abdullahi II, has criticised the Kano State Government over its reported expenditure of more than ₦1.5 billion on a mass wedding programme involving 1,500 couples. Abdullahi described the reported expenditure as a “costly misplaced priority,” arguing that Kano State required greater […] The post ₦1.5bn mass wedding: Kano children deserve greater investment — APC stalwart appeared first on Vanguard News.
Farmers and traders in the Ebu community in Oshimili North Local Government Area, Delta State, have been cut off from major markets across the South-South and Northern regions as the Asaba-Ugbolu-Illah-Ebu federal highway has become virtually impassable due to persistent neglect and torrential rains at the peak of the rainy season. The post Delta federal roads: Gridlock, anguish as farmers, motorists groan appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Ikechukwu Nnochiri ABUJA — Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), on Tuesday, urged the Federal Government to immediately arrest and prosecute Islamic cleric, Sheikh Yahaya Jingir, for hate speech and incitement. The Commission, in a statement signed by its Executive Secretary, Chief Tony Ojukwu, SAN, said it condemned […] The post 2027 Polls: NHRC asks FG to arrest, prosecute Sheikh Jingir for hate speech appeared first on Vanguard News.
…Engages Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso, Makinde others By Juliet Umeh The G100 coalition yesterday said it had concluded the first phase of consultations with major opposition leaders and political parties as part of efforts to forge a united front ahead of the 2027 general elections. The coalition said it held what it described as frank, constructive […] The post 2027: G100 coalition concludes first phase of talks with opposition leaders appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Haruna Aliyu, Birnin Kebbi BIRNIN KEBBI — The Kebbi State Police Command has confirmed the death of 10 police officers during a gun battle with armed bandits at Makuku village in Zuru Emirate, along the Kebbi-Zamfara border. The command also said 17 bandits were killed while several others sustained injuries during the encounter. The […] The post Police kill 17 bandits, lose 10 officers in Kebbi gun battle appeared first on Vanguard News.
ABUJA — The Nigerian Law School has confirmed the death of a student of its Enugu Campus who was undergoing the externship programme in Lagos. The student, who was temporarily accommodated at the Lagos Campus hostel for the duration of the programme, died after falling from the rooftop of the hostel in the early hours […] The post Nigerian Law School confirms student’s death at Lagos hostel appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Joseph Erunke, Abuja ABUJA — The Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, has directed lecturers in 20 universities to commence preparations for industrial action over alleged failure by the Federal and state governments to fully implement the 2025 FGN-ASUU Agreement. The union gave the affected governments and university authorities a 14-day ultimatum to address […] The post ASUU orders 20 varsities to prepare for strike, gives FG, states 14-day ultimatum appeared first on Vanguard News.
…Says Nigerians are still multidimensionally poor…Faults subsidy removal, says policy deepened hardship By Juliet Umeh Presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, AAC, Omoyele Sowore, has urged the Federal Government to stop relying on rising revenue and other macroeconomic figures to justify its economic reforms, saying such statistics have yet to translate into improved living […] The post Economic reforms: Stop deceiving Nigerians with figures, Sowore tells FG appeared first on Vanguard News.
The leader of the G100 political pressure group, Salihu Lukman, has admitted that persuading opposition presidential candidates, including Peter Obi and Atiku Abubakar, to work together ahead of the 2027 election is a difficult task. Lukman, who is also a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), spoke on Arise Television’s Morning Show on Tuesday […] The post 2027: G100 leader admits persuading Obi, Atiku to work together difficult appeared first on Vanguard News.
Lagos, Nigeria – Investing has become fundamentally more complex. Markets that once moved independently now respond to the same global forces, geopolitical developments increasingly shape local outcomes, and capital flows across borders with unprecedented speed. For investors, generating sustainable returns is no longer simply about identifying opportunities, it is about understanding an interconnected world and […] The post Zedcrest Group Convenes Market Leaders to Navigate a New Era of Global Investing appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Olayinka Ajayi LAGOS — Publisher of Ovation Magazine and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Chief Dele Momodu, has urged opposition parties in Osun State to unite and support Governor Ademola Adeleke of the Accord Party ahead of the August 16 governorship election. Momodu said opposition unity was necessary to prevent the All […] The post Osun Election: Opposition must unite against APC — Momodu appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Favour Ulebor Abuja-The European Union delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS has dismissed reports claiming it rejected an invitation from the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to observe Nigeria’s 2027 general elections over security concerns and alleged hostility towards its observers. In a statement yesterday, the EU Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Gautier Mignot, described […] The post EU clarifies position on 2027 polls appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Raheem Akingbolu The Association of Advertising Agencies of Nigeria (AAAN), the umbrella body for advertising professionals in Nigeria, has announced the kick-off of the 21st edition of the Lagos Advertising
Two ministers admitted funding delays and fragmented oversight have weakened school security nationwide, pledging closer coordination as the Senate widens its Safe Schools Initiative probe to five more agencies, demanding
Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja and Peter Uzoho, Sunday Ehigiator in Lagos The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has reported a significant improvement in the implementation of the Domestic Crude
•NERC sacks Kaduna Disco board over N456.5bn debt •Says Disco owes NBET N415.5bn, NISO N41bn Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja Geregu Power Plc has missed a scheduled payment on its N40.09
Onuminya Innocent in Sokoto The re-election bid of Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Nasir Idris, received a major boost recently following the declaration of support by a strong faction of the
Ayodeji Ake The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has threatened to embark on nationwide industrial action if the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Administration fails to withdraw queries issued to
Chuks Okocha in Abuja Nigeria’s Ambassador-designate to South Africa, Femi Fani-Kayode, has warned that recent comments by Islamic cleric, Sheikh Yahaya Jingir, in favour of retaining a Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket
Funmi Ogundare Former Minister of Education and Chairperson, School of Politics, Policy and Governance, Dr. Oby Ezekwesili, yesterday cautioned Nigerians against making the 2027 presidential election the sole focus of
•Lagos-Calabar coastal highway will be completed, says minister Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja The federal government will deploy security guards to protect infrastructure along the Abuja-Kaduna-Zaria-Kano superhighway from vandalism, Minister of
Michael Olugbode in Abuja The Kano Emirate and Islamic scholars have called on Nigerians to intensify prayers for a peaceful, credible and successful 2027 general election. They also warned that
Kemi Olaitan in Ibadan The Methodist Church, Nigeria, yesterday, vowed not to abandon its prophetic responsibility to speak truth to government, even when such interventions provoke reactions from those in
• Troops foil ISWAP attack on FOB Gajiram •Police rescue 15 passengers, neutralise several kidnappers in Kogi Linus Aleke in Abuja and Ibrahim Oyewale in Lokoja The Nigerian military said
Chuks Okocha in Abuja Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, has criticised the candidacy of the Presidential standard bearer of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku
Olawale Ajimotokan in Abuja Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, has he did not need to be the Director General or even member of the President’s Campaign Council to ensure
Chuks Okocha in Abuja Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has expressed concern over the institutional loopholes and administrative lapses within the Bola Tinubu government. Atiku
• Says affordable credit, energy security, prudent spending critical to economic growth •Advocates merit-based appointments, judicial and tax reforms Sunday Ehigiator The presidential candidate of Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), Donald
Segun James Former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Olabode George, has urged John Cardinal Onaiyekan not to bother himself over the barrage of attacks from
Michael Olugbode in Abuja The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa (retd.), has charged Nigerian youths to reject harmful drug use
• Accuses former VP of contempt for rule of law Alex Enumah in Abuja A Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Babachir Lawal has threatened to drag
Kuni Tyessi in Abuja The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has resolved more than 5,000 pending and unresolved complaints within five days as the Registrar, Prof. Segun Aina, moved
Safety Travels Limited has deployed an artificial intelligence (AI) assistant designed to simplify flight booking, provide travellers with real-time fare read more Safety travels deploys AI assistant to simplify flight booking, fight online fraud
The Federal Fire Service (FFS) says it has overcome longstanding operational challenges, including inadequate water and fuel supplies, that previously read more Fire Service ends water, fuel shortages, assures of faster emergency response
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MTN Group has moved closer to taking full ownership of IHS Towers after shareholders of the telecommunications infrastructure company approved read more MTN moves closer to full IHS Towers takeover after shareholder approval
…as banking stocks lead July rally Nigeria’s equities market staged a strong July rebound, adding about N10.9 trillion in market read more Corporate earnings power N10.9trn NGX rebound
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Nigeria eliminated as Cameroon, Malawi reach WAFCON semis and World Cup Al Jazeera
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Tinubu extols AfCFTA recognition of Nigeria Customs modernisation model The Nation Newspaper
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Nigeria mass weddings ease financial burden for couples Al Jazeera
Radicals bent on turning Nigeria into caliphate – PFN guardian.ng
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Nigeria’s oil industry turns to the sea The Africa Report
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EU denies pulling out of Nigeria’s 2027 election observation Punch Newspapers
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The smartphone in your pocket could become Nigeria’s most powerful anti-poverty tool TheCable
Nigeria won’t be rescued by policies guardian.ng
NMDPRA: Nigeria plans to refine all crude locally by 2030 TheCable
Nigeria’s strategic peer group: The countries we should really be competing with Business News Nigeria
EU denies abandoning Nigeria’s 2027 election observation, confirms just 2–4 experts as observers Business Insider Africa
Ezekwesili Decries Failure of Governance, Says Nigeria Needs Rebirth thisdaylive.com
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Nigeria Police To Host National Youth Leadership, Security Forum Voice of Nigeria
Gambia Plans Study Tour Of Nigeria’s TETFund Voice of Nigeria
EU denies rejecting INEC invitation to observe Nigeria’s general elections Premium Times Nigeria
Non-Residential Fellowship Programme Cohort 3 for Policy Research in Nigeria fundsforNGOs
Operators decry Nigeria’s high war risk premium despite IMO council seat guardian.ng
High rates, tight lending drive N939bn slump in Nigeria’s consumer credit Business News Nigeria
Cameroon Vs Nigeria: Super Falcons Seek World Cup Ticket Against Indomitable Lionesses Channels Television
Esiovwa-Thompson opens up on England for Nigeria switch Punch Newspapers
Nigeria Keeps Olympic Hope Despite World Champs Withdrawal Punch Newspapers
Yobe Govt Hands Over Four Agro-Industrial Hubs To Nigeria Food Corporation Channels Television
Beyond Northern Nigeria Security Trust Fund: Reflection on leadership, governance guardian.ng
Nigeria Congratulates Chad On Independence Anniversary TVC News
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Widower who lost wife and 6 children in attack remarries in Nigerian mass wedding for 1,500 couples AP News
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Central Bank of Nigeria and the FMDQ conundrum Business News Nigeria
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Customs Intercepts Contraband Worth N3.24 Billion In Lagos Voice of Nigeria
Nigeria Records N6.6tn Internet Demand in One Year Punch Newspapers
NIS Deploys Passport Intervention Team To UK To Ease Services For Nigerians Channels Television
Tinubu welcomes Nigeria into World Energy Council guardian.ng
ACADI Calls For Holistic, Faith-based Action To Eradicate GBV In Nigeria News Agency of Nigeria
‘Nigeria not for Muslims alone’, TEKAN/ECWA youths tackle Jingir Vanguard News
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Nigeria creates platform for coordinated human capital development financialnigeria.com
Nigeria announces rescue of 308 kidnapped citizens Al Jazeera
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Nigeria’s labour law victories still short on impact as justice crawls guardian.ng
The Industry Newspaper unveils 2026 ‘Top 50’ Nigerian companies of impact guardian.ng
EU clarifies reports on boycotting Nigeria’s 2027 elections Daily Post Nigeria
Nigeria Hosts Muslim World League Security Conference Voice of Nigeria
Umahi Hails Tinubu’s Economic Policies, Says GDP Growing Faster Than Nigeria’s Population Independent Newspaper Nigeria
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Firm begins campaign to promote regular hygiene among Nigerians guardian.ng
Nigeria Immigration Deploys Passport Intervention Team To UK For Diaspora Applicants Sahara Reporters
Gambia Turns To Nigeria’s TETFund For Higher Education Funding Model The Whistler Newspaper
US-Africa Trade Commission appoints Aremu as Nigeria Country Director Vanguard News
Nigeria: Second bond launched to settle debts to generation companies African Energy
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Lassa Fever: 237 Dead As Nigeria Crosses 1,000 Cases Independent Newspaper Nigeria
Tinubu unveils plan to double Nigeria’s $32bn livestock economy, promotes ranching, dairy investment TheCable
Nigeria football: Enough of the NFF’s excuses The Nation Newspaper
One hunter dies as joint security forces rescue 16 victims in Kogi guardian.ng
‘Inaccurate reports’— EU denies boycotting Nigeria’s 2027 elections observation TheCable
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