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 case of 52 unjustified contracts is part of the three clusters of transactions the auditor general flagged in CCT’s records for the 2024 financial year. The post CCT can’t account for funds spent on 52 contracts – Audit report appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Mr Bwala made the prediction while appearing on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Wednesday The post 2027: Presidential aide claims Tinubu will win by wider margin appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
He moved to the US a few years ago. The post Lord of Ajasa becomes US citizen appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The court dismissed Mr Kyari’s second defence witness and struck out his previously given evidence on Wednesday. The post Court dismisses Abba Kyari’s witness, strikes out evidence in cocaine trial appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Meta’s policies say it doesn’t allow such ads, yet they have flooded the social media platform, some of them specifically targeting Nigerians. The post Meta policies fail as scam ads, deepfakes impersonating Nigerian public figures litter Facebook appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Mr Bwala acknowledged that the immediate impact of the reforms was painful and that more Nigerians fell into poverty during the process. He argued, however, that the hardship was an unavoidable consequence of economic restructuring. The post Bwala admits Tinubu economic reforms increased poverty appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
PREMIUM TIMES previously reported that NYSC members were released on Wednesday following a joint operation by the State Security Service, military personnel, and police operatives in Imo State, Nigeria's South-east. The post Why we withheld information on abducted NYSC members – Uzodimma appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The case had previously attracted attention after Mr Olayinka spent several months in custody The post Court strikes out criminal case against Taraba media executive appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Amnesty International says Plateau State Government discontinued the case despite a court-issued warrant for the accused person’s arrest after he repeatedly failed to appear for trial. The post Amnesty faults Plateau govt over withdrawal of four-year-old’s defilement case appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Nigeria face Comoros in the first round of the African qualifying series, with both legs scheduled at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne-Remo on 9 and 13 October. The post Olympic Qualifier: Eguavoen confident Falcons can overcome Comoros appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Mr Zongo was allegedly taken into custody on Monday at the Maxwell Khobe Cantonment, Rukuba Barracks, which houses the headquarters of the Nigerian Army’s 3 Division in Jos The post Army allegedly detains Plateau human rights defender appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The senator, who chairs the Senate Committee on Employment, Labour, and Productivity made the remarks in Jos while responding to questions on political developments. The post 2027: Plateau voters, not outsiders, will choose next governor, says Plang appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The ADC national chairman said the opposition party would comply with electoral rules but would resist attempts to manipulate the 2027 elections. The post 2027: ADC will not accept rigged elections, David Mark says appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Federal panel investigating the deaths of 37 persons in NSCDC custody says institutional gaps, overzealousness, and inadequate training may have contributed to the incident. The post Minna Miners’ Deaths: Probe panel cites institutional breakdown, training gaps appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago says the state and federal governments are working to establish a responsible framework for artisanal mining. The post FG, Niger plan to organise artisanal mining, Bago says appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The senator representing Borno South, Mohammed Ali Ndume, has raised the issue of the safe recovery of abducted schoolchildren and travellers with the new Theatre Commander, Operation Hadin Kai, Major General Ibikunle Ajose. Ndume made the appeal on Wednesday when he paid a courtesy visit to Ajose at the Maimalari Military Cantonment in Maiduguri. The […] Ndume meets new theatre commander over abducted Borno schoolchildren, others
Families of the rescued 20 abducted National Youths Service Corps, NYSC, members have said that they paid millions of naira in ransom before learning of their release. According to News Central Television, some relatives paid more than N3 million, while others reportedly paid up to N6 million. DAILY POST recalls that security agencies, including the […] ‘We paid millions’ – Families of rescued abducted NYSC members speak
Days after the Nigerian Air Force, NAF, helicopter crash in Ondo State, large sections of the wreckage are being recovered from a riverine and swampy area where the aircraft went down. Teams comprising Navy divers, Air Force personnel and emergency responders have been working with specialised equipment, including swamp buggies and side-scan sonar, to locate […] NAF Ondo crash: Large aircraft Wreckage emerges from swamp [VIDEO]
Argentina defender Nicolas Otamendi has announced his retirement from international football, expressing a heartfelt appreciation for his Argentina captain Lionel Messi as both men end their time with the national team after a 3-0 friendly match against Benin Republic in Buenos Aires on Tuesday, October 6. Otamendi, 38, and Messi, 39, were integral members of […] Argentina: Nicolas Otamendi joins Lionel Messi in retirement
Former Argentina international, Lionel Messi, has revealed why he doesn’t want to forget the late Diego Maradona. According to Messi, Maradona put Argentina where the country on the world map. This is coming after Messi played his last match for Argentina against Benin Republic. “I don’t want to forget Diego, who put our country where […] Why I don’t want to forget Diego Maradona – Messi
The Transmission Company of Nigeria, TCN, has announced the collapse of towers T78, T79 and T80 along the Karu-Keffi-Akwanga 132 Kilo Volt (kV) line corridor following heavy rainfall. The management of the company made this known in a statement in Abuja on Thursday. According to TCN, all 33kV outgoing feeders at the 132/33kV Keffi and […] Blackout looms as TCN announces collapse of towers on Keffi, Akwanga line
Nigerian streamer, Peller, and content creator, Jarvis, have announced that they are expecting their first child, just two months after their marriage. The couple confirmed the news on Thursday via their respective Instagram handles. Jarvis shared a maternity photo on Instagram with a caption celebrating their journey from being a couple to becoming husband and […] Peller, Jarvis announce pregnancy two months after wedding
The Federal Government has proposed new dates for major national examinations in 2027, following a meeting between the Minister of State for Education and representatives of examination bodies and private schools. The resolutions were contained in a communiqué issued after the meeting held on September 30, 2026, signed by Dr Bukola Dosunmu, Coordinator, FME-Government Private […] FG, stakeholders propose new dates for 2027 national examinations
Chief Justice of Nigeria, CJN, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has warned judges who will sit on the 2027 election petition tribunals to steer clear of politics. Kekere-Ekun gave the warning on Wednesday at the flag-off of the 2026/2027 legal year of the National Industrial Court in Abuja. She said judges of the Industrial Court may be […] 2027: ‘You will be monitored’ – CJN issues warning to election tribunal judges
The Oyo State Police Command has arrested a 45-year-old man, Adeniyi Benjamin, for allegedly operating an unlicensed medical facility and treating patients for about seven years without medical qualifications or a licence to practise. The command’s spokesperson, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, saying Benjamin was arrested on October 2, 2026, […] Police arrest man over alleged seven-year quack medical practice in Oyo
The Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Minister, Nyesom Wike, has revealed how late Chief Daniel Orbih played a key role in his emergence as Rivers State governor in 2015. Wike spoke in Abuja on Wednesday at a night of tributes organised in honour of Orbih, who was the National Vice-Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, […] How I became Rivers governor against all odds – Wike
The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Director of New Media and Strategic Communications, Theo Abu Agada, on Thursday disclosed that the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, rejected the vice-presidential nomination from his African Democratic Congress, ADC, counterpart, Atiku Abubakar. Agada made the remark while dismissing claims that he is a mole for the All Progressives Congress, APC, […] 2027: Peter Obi rejected Atiku’s nomination to be presidential running mate – NDC chieftain
A Nigerian Air Force, NAF, helicopter has made a “precautionary landing” on a farmland in Benue State after completing a close air support mission for ground troops operating against suspected kidnappers. The incident occurred in the Utur Tse-Igboji community of Makurdi, where eyewitnesses reported seeing the military aircraft land on farmland. According to the NAF, […] NAF helicopter makes emergency landing on Benue farmland after anti-kidnap operation
Turkish football pundit, Berk Göl, has issued an important warning to Galatasaray regarding striker, Victor Osimhen ahead of their clash with Kasımpaşa at Rams Park on Friday. Osimhen has not played for Galatasaray since he sustained an injury against İstanbul Başakşehir last month. It’s yet not clear if the Nigerian international will play against Kasımpaşa, […] Turkey: Galatasaray receives important warning regarding Victor Osimhen
Global non-governmental human rights organisation, Amnesty International, has demanded the immediate and unconditional release of a Plateau State-based human rights and conflict journalist, Lawrence Zongo, who was reportedly arrested on Monday, October 5, 2026. He was allegedly arrested by the Nigerian Army after he visited a military medical facility in Jos to see his relatives […] Amnesty International demands immediate release of Plateau journalist allegedly arrested by military
Nigeria’s U-23 Eagles will face the Democratic Republic of Congo in the second round of the 2027 Africa U-23 Cup of Nations, DAILY POST reports. DR Congo booked a date with the U-23 Eagles after eliminating Mauritania 2-1 on aggregate in the first round. In the first leg, played in Nouakchott, the Leopards suffered a […] U-23 AFCONQ: DR Congo to face Nigeria after eliminating Mauritania
Operatives of the Ilaro Division of the Ogun State Police Command have arrested the son of a prophet for allegedly impersonating a fellow prophet on Facebook and defrauding victims of over N18 million. The suspect, Adewale Arojah, was arrested for allegedly cloning the Facebook profile of Prophet Dr Muyiwa Akogun and using it to swindle […] Prophet’s son arrested for impersonating fellow prophet, duping victims of N18m in Ogun
Lagos State Government has warned yet-to-be-approved private schools operating across the state to regularise their status, directing them to immediately begin the registration process with the Office of Education Quality Assurance (OEQA). A statement issued by the Lagos State Government said the directive was issued on Wednesday by the Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, […] Lagos warns yet-to-be-approved private schools, orders immediate registration
Ogun State Police Command has arraigned five suspects before the Ota Magistrate Court over their alleged involvement in the assault and obstruction of police officers carrying out their lawful duties in Ota. The suspects were brought before the court following an incident around The Bells area of Iyana-Iyesi, Ota, on October 2, 2026, according to […] Police arraign five over attack on officers in Ogun
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has said the late National Vice-Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, South South, Chief Daniel Orbih, rejected several inducements and pressure to abandon his support for his 2015 governorship ambition in Rivers State. Wike disclosed this on Wednesday in Abuja at a night of tributes held in […] Orbih rejected inducements to abandon my 2015 governorship ambition – Wike
According to the statement, the minister said in the interest of industrial harmony, mutual understanding and the overall stability and development of Nigeria’s steel sector, the strike should be suspended. The post Minister appeals to NASWDEN to suspend industrial action. appeared first on Vanguard News.
The 2027 Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) Benue South Senatorial candidate, Daniel Onjeh, has appealed to his supporters, particularly young people, not to insult or attack his political opponents on his behalf ahead of the general elections. The post 2027: Don’t insult my opponents — Onjeh appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Police Command in Ogun has arrested a suspect, Adewale Arojah, for allegedly impersonating a cleric on Facebook and defrauding victims of over N18 million. The post N18m fraud: Man allegedly impersonating Ogun prophet on Facebook arrested appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Henry Umoru ABUJA- AHEAD of next year’s elections, the media office of the Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi has urged Nigerians to remain remain vigilant against anyone offering money or inducements in exchange for their votes, advising the people not to sell their Permanent Voters Cards, PVC or participation […] The post 2027: Your PVC is not for sale — Obi Media Office to Nigerians appeared first on Vanguard News.
Rhodes-Vivour said his relationship with members of the movement had continued beyond the 2023 election, adding that he had maintained personal relationships with them and remained involved in their affairs. The post 2027: Obidient movement still with me – Rhodes-Vivour appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Federal High Court in Abuja has admitted Mr Arinze Nwogba to a N50 million bail with two sureties in like sum. The post Court grants alleged fake JAMB registrar N50m bail appeared first on Vanguard News.
US prosecutors are expected to bring new charges against ousted Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores over the alleged torture of Americans held in Venezuelan government custody, CNN reported Wednesday. The post US considering new torture charges against Maduro, wife — Report appeared first on Vanguard News.
Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume, representing Borno South Senatorial District, has taken the safe return of the abducted Lassa and Musa schoolchildren and Biu-bound travellers to the attention of the military leadership in Borno. The post Ndume meets new Theatre Commander over schoolchildren, others in captivity appeared first on Vanguard News.
Gunmen have killed a youth leader and former chairman of the Berom Youth Moulders-Association (BYM), Gashish District, Rwas Paul Danladi, and injured two others in separate attacks in Barkin Ladi and other parts of Plateau State. The post Gunmen kill youth leader, injure two in Plateau appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE Initial Public Offering (IPO) is now open. The offer is expected to run from Monday, 14 September to Tuesday,13 October 2026, giving eligible investors an opportunity to acquire shares in the company. The offer comprises 4.1 billion ordinary shares at ₦525 per share with a minimum purchase of […] The post Dangote Petroleum Refinery IPO Still Opens for Subscription appeared first on Vanguard News.
The United Nations says inaccurate and context-poor sovereign credit ratings are estimated to cost African countries about 74.5 billion dollars annually through excessive borrowing costs and lost financing. The post Nigeria, Africa lose $74.5bn yearly to unfair credit ratings – UN appeared first on Vanguard News.
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory FCT, Nyesom Wike, has disclosed that the late Chief Daniel Orbih turned down every inducement from the then Governor of Rivers State, Mr Rotimi Amaechi, to withdraw his support for Wike's governorship ambition. The post How Orbih refused Amaechi’s offer to abandon my gov bid – Wike appeared first on Vanguard News.
President Donald Trump will present close ally Elon Musk and other tech bosses with the top US scientific award at a ceremony on Thursday, the White House said. The post Trump to give Elon Musk top US science medal appeared first on Vanguard News.
“I don’t want to live in a country run by people who threaten journalists, who call veterans traitors, and debate whether my mixed-race children are English,” she said. The post I don’t want my children’s English identity questioned – Badenoch appeared first on Vanguard News.
Gov. Abba Yusuf of Kano State has reconciled Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin, and a member of the House of Representatives, Abubakar Bichi, ahead of the 2027 general elections. The post 2027: Gov Yusuf reconciles Deputy Senate President Barau, Bichi appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Ben Ngwakwe, Gombe The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Gombe Branch, has called for an investigation into allegations of extortion, intimidation and unprofessional conduct levelled against the Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG), Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex, Gombe, Emmanuel Agene. The NBA also urged the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Tunji Disu, to investigate the […] The post Gombe NBA accuses AIG of extortion, police chief denies allegation appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged the Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja to set aside the judgment of the Federal Capital Territory High Court awarding ₦100 million in damages against SERAP in a defamation suit brought by two officers of Nigeria’s State Security Service (SSS). The appeal is scheduled for hearing […] The post SERAP challenges ₦100m DSS defamation award at appeal court appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, has recounted how late Chief Daniel Orbih served as the divine instrument that paved the way for his emergence as Rivera governor in 2015. The post God used Dan Orbih to make me Rivers governor — Wike appeared first on Vanguard News.
Saudi authorities said Wednesday three people were killed in attacks on two of the kingdom's international airports, including in the capital Riyadh, after Yemen's Houthis claimed to have fired on both transport hubs. The post Saudi says three dead in airport attacks claimed by Houthis appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Kingsley Omonobi The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has explained the discrepancy in the reported number of victims of the ATR 42 aircraft crash at Igbokoda, Ondo State, saying a misunderstanding of civil and military aviation terminology led to the initial figure of 32 persons being reported. Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, who provided the clarification, […] The post NAF explains confusion over 25, 32 crash victims appeared first on Vanguard News.
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The Federal Government has appealed to striking scrap metal dealers to suspend their industrial action and return to negotiations over their grievances. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-urges-scrap-dealers-to-suspend-strike-promises-steel-sector-reform/
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The Olugbo of Ugboland, Oba Frederick Akinruntan, has condoled with the FG over the NAF aircraft crash in Igbokoda, Ondo State, and called for a probe. Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-monarch-mourns-naf-crash-victims-condoles-fg-military/
US President Donald Trump will present billionaire Elon Musk with the National Medal of Science, the highest honour for scientists and engineers in the US. Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-to-honour-elon-musk-with-us-national-medal-of-science/
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The traditional ruler of Igbokoda, Oba Afolabi Odidiomo, has commended the pilot of the Nigerian Air Force aircraft that crashed in the Ondo community, saying his actions spared the town from a greater disaster. The monarch in an interview with journalists on Wednesday said the crash, which claimed the lives of all 25 people on Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-plane-crash-pilot-averted-bigger-disaster-says-monarch/
Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch has slammed Reform UK MPs for questioning people’s identities, defending her mixed-race children’s Britishness. Read More: https://punchng.com/badenoch-defends-her-childrens-british-identity-slams-reform-mps/
Lionel Messi paid tribute to Diego Maradona and his late father following his final game for Argentina, a 3-0 victory over Benin where he scored a penalty. Read More: https://punchng.com/messi-pays-tribute-to-maradona-father-after-final-argentina-game/
Former Ondo lawmakers have commiserated with the FG and families of 25 victims of the Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash that occurred in the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/ex-ondo-lawmakers-condole-fg-families-over-military-plane-crash/
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The Joseph Adekunle Adegbite Scholarship Foundation (JAASF) has awarded N14m in tuition support to 28 undergraduates from public tertiary institutions. Read More: https://punchng.com/joseph-adekunle-adegbite-scholarship-foundation-awards-n14m-to-28-students-as-jaasf-promotes-excellence-and-integrity-in-education/
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The Federal Government has paid eight months’ arrears of the Consolidated Non-Academic Staff Tertiary Institutions Allowance to non-academic workers. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-pays-eight-months-allowance-arrears-to-varsity-workers/
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Michael Olugbode in Abuja Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and energy transition experts have called for greater involvement of workers and host communities in the formulation and implementation of Nigeria’s energy
Oghenevwede Ohwovoriole in Abuja The Vice Chancellor (VC), of MIVA Open University, Prof. Tayo Arulogun, has recommended that institutions of higher learning should tilt towards practical hands-on curriculum to enable
Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has awarded N435.5 million in grants to innovators across Nigeria under its maiden innovation competitions. The grants
• Demands decentralisation of PVC collection •Atiku accuses Tinubu of abandoning farmers, says agric collapsing •Promises production subsidy for locally refined fuels Chuks Okocha and Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja The
Yemi Kosoko in Jos Amnesty International Nigeria has called on Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, to direct the immediate reinstatement of a rape case involving a four-year-old girl, describing its
Sunday Okobi The leaders of the Igbo Nation and the Ohanaeze Ndigbo have finally concretized and sealed the abolishment of the ‘Eze Ndigbo’ title globally, replacing it with the title
The Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation has selected 74 public-sector leaders from across Africa for its sixth Aig-Imoukhuede Public Leaders Programme, aimed at
Abuja Electricity Distribution Plc (AEDC) has unveiled the AEDC MyPower Mobile and Web applications, marking a significant step in its
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday fixed December 16 for the trial of Bright Echefu, managing director and
Atiku Abubakar, Presidential Candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has accused the Bola Tinubu-led administration of worsening Nigeria’s agricultural
Donald Duke, former Cross River State Governor and Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), has promised to reduce
FIFA knew DR Congo used ineligible goalkeeper against Nigeria, report reveals Premium Times Nigeria
Nigeria’s World Cup heartbreak: Alleged role of Infantino’s university mate The Guardian Nigeria News
Infantino, FIFA crisis intensifies as Nigeria ponder suing, compensation Punch Newspapers
India probes Niger soybean imports over fears cargoes came from Nigeria to avoid 45% tariff, putting Benin and Togo in line to replace Niger Business Insider Africa
Stakeholders seek inclusion of PWDs in Nigeria’s climate change policies TheCable
Nigerian game recreating everyday Lagos life goes viral Punch Newspapers
NYSC kidnap: 20 Nigerian graduates rescued after being abducted in Imo state BBC
Army converts Old Oyo forest to training ground after Oriire kidnap The Guardian Nigeria News
How kidnappings are hitting Nigeria’s Borno families hard Al Jazeera
How Nigeria's Population Commission mismanaged N245 billion on undelivered products, other controversial contracts - Auditor-General Premium Times Nigeria
Nigerian Air Force plane crash: Bola Tinubu declares three days of mourning as 25 killed BBC
What we know about Nigerian military aircraft that fatally crashed Monday Premium Times Nigeria
Nigerian Airforce plane crash in Ondo State: Tinubu declare three-day mourning for victims as rescue mission dey on BBC
The Deloitte Nigeria 2026 Graduate Trainee Programme for young Nigerian graduates. Opportunities For Africans
No Confirmed Ebola Case In Nigeria, NCDC Says After Kenya Outbreak Channels Television
Report says Nigeria’s missing factories are $29.4bn opportunity Business News Nigeria
Nigeria Deepens Patrnership with Germany on Skills, Migration Voice of Nigeria
Nigerian military plane carrying 32 people crashes, prompting rescue operation DW.com
Nigeria fall to sixth in Africa, 30th globally in latest FIFA rankings TheCable
OPINION... The Unleadable Nation: Why Nigeria's diversity Is a weapon and Its people the ammunition Ripples Nigeria
EXCLUSIVE: Over 500 Nigeria Customs Candidates Left Out Of Training After Making Final List, Screening; Some Having Quit Jobs Sahara Reporters
TUC Calls for More Investment in Nigeria’s National Security Voice of Nigeria
Peter Agada: I’ll manage Nigeria like a project site if elected president TheCable
Nigerians in cement captivity The Guardian Nigeria News
Russia 3-3 Nigeria: Five key takeaways as Super Eagles stage dramatic comeback in Nizhny Novgorod Premium Times Nigeria
Nigeria NYSC abductions: Bombs preventing rescue of kidnapped youths, Imo police say BBC
Cameroon commits to stronger bilateral ties with Nigeria The Guardian Nigeria News
Kari, Tinubu-APC and Nigeria’s years of devaluation TheCable
Lokoja Dialogues take Nigeria’s water stories to Copenhagen The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria must turn reforms into jobs, lower costs, says NESG The Guardian Nigeria News
U.S. urges UN-AU synergy as 3.6m Nigerians suffer in IDP camps The Guardian Nigeria News
A Black Box in Bama UNICEF
‘Lazy analysis, intellectual fraud’ — presidency rejects The Economist’s claim Nigerians dislike Tinubu TheCable
Nigerian Air Force plane crash: Bola Tinubu declares three days of mourning as 25 killed BBC
How Mohammed Left Trauma Behind UNICEF
Nigeria’s oil recovery gains from reduced crude theft Punch Newspapers
No survivors as Nigeria releases names of crew members, passengers killed in crashed aircraft Premium Times Nigeria
Nigeria faces $6.4bn Eurobond repayment burden – World Bank Punch Newspapers
New Consulate building in Lagos will inject $95m into Nigeria’s economy, says U.S. The Guardian Nigeria News
NSDC commits to Nigeria's Sugar Master Plan as over N3bn Oyo Sugar Industries reaches commissioning stage Business News Nigeria
Justice Adefope-Okojie leads debate on judicial intervention in Nigeria’s elections Vanguard News
From Pilot to National Infrastructure: How Milsat Built Nigeria’s Digital Postcode System Techeconomy
U.S., Türkiye, others join Nigeria in mourning as NAF intensifies recovery of victims’ bodies The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria Releases 8 Months Allowance to Non-Academic Staff Voice of Nigeria
NASS Targets Nigeria’s Dependence On Imported Vehicles, Vows To Fast-Track Auto Industry Bill LEADERSHIP Newspapers
Nigerian govt moves to avert varsity strike, releases withheld salaries Ripples Nigeria
Far-too-early AFCON 2027 Power Rankings - Nigeria, Bafana chances assessed, no place for Ghana ESPN
Consumer Protection in Nigeria's Aviation Industry: A Critical Review of NCAA Passenger Rights Regulations Business News Nigeria
The Anthony Kila affair: How fake titles captured a university and what it says about Nigeria, By Austin Aigbe Premium Times Nigeria
Nigeria steps up action to prevent rabies deaths through One Health approach WHO | Regional Office for Africa
Nigeria, Africa lose $74.5bn yearly to unfair credit ratings – UN Vanguard News
Partial Enforcement Characterises NLC Strike In FCT News Agency of Nigeria
Nigeria Existing Satellite Has Only 7% Utilisation – Okuneye LEADERSHIP Newspapers
Nigerian Air Force plane crash in Ondo State: Names of victims, passengers and crew members wey die for Igbokoda military aircraft accident BBC
ASSBIFI demands decent work compliance in Nigeria’s financial sector Business News Nigeria
Why Nigeria needs a productivity-led industrial policy Tribune Online
Actor Femi Adebayo Unveils Entertainment Hub In Lagos News Agency of Nigeria
The Ballot and the Balance Sheet: Introducing ESEI Nigeria 2027 Business News Nigeria
Meta policies fail as scam ads, deepfakes impersonating Nigerian public figures litter Facebook Premium Times Nigeria
Nestlé, NBA Seal Global Partnership To Expand Youth Basketball In Nigeria LEADERSHIP Newspapers
Anambra Governor Brokers Peace Among Clashing Communities Voice of Nigeria
UPDATED: No survivors as Nigeria releases names of crew members, passengers killed in crashed aircraft Premium Times Nigeria
Oke presents letter of credence to Macron, assumes duty as Nigeria’s envoy to France Premium Times Nigeria
Maternal Crisis: Nigeria steps up the fight, but old gaps remain Business News Nigeria
Nigeria’s $26m Nutrition Commitment Unlocked $52m Matching Fund — Shettima LEADERSHIP Newspapers
Olympic Qualifier: Eguavoen confident Falcons can overcome Comoros Premium Times Nigeria
Nigeria launches bidding for 40 oil and gas blocks CNBC Africa
World Bank upgrades Nigeria’s growth outlook amid Tinubu’s reforms, urges job creation, poverty alleviation Peoples Gazette Nigeria
Nigeria @66: From private legacy to national balance sheet Punch Newspapers
Nigeria now a nation that runs on networks Tribune Online
AFCON qualifiers - Renard returns, Ghana unravel, and Nigeria make unwanted history ESPN
Sources: French President Macron expected in Nigeria for state visit in October TheCable
Nigeria flood alert 2026: Authorities say Lagos, Rivers, Cross River, Delta, Taraba, Kogi and odas go experience flood - how to stay safe BBC
UN cash crisis must not hurt developing countries, says Nigeria Peoples Gazette Nigeria
Manufacturers Deepen Local Sourcing As Import Pressures Reshape Nigeria’s Industrial Sector Independent Newspaper Nigeria
Experts seek state of emergency on mental health, drug abuse in Nigeria The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria Emerging As One Of Africa’s AI Hubs – World Bank MarketForces Africa
TUC Urges FG To Double Funding For Security News Agency of Nigeria
Reflecting on Senate’s message of keeping faith with Nigeria at Independence Blueprint Newspapers
Nigeria set to reveal details of big new bid round within days Upstream Online
U-23 AFCONQ: DR Congo to face Nigeria after eliminating Mauritania Daily Post Nigeria
2027: 84% Of Nigerians Willing To Vote, 61% Fear Violence — Yiaga Africa Channels Television
Accountability strengthens Nigeria’s diaspora institutions Punch Newspapers
Yoruba Leaders Establish Platform For Unity, Collective Action News Agency of Nigeria
Unilever awards scholarship to employees children The Guardian Nigeria News
