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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Bimbo and Timini’s familiar chemistry sustains the romantic comedy, but its manufactured conflicts, predictable choices and overly tidy resolution leave little room for surprise. The post Movie Review: Beyond 10 million views, ‘My 30th Wedding’ offers little surprise appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The arrest of the suspect happened days after a CCTV footage surfaced online and showed some armed robbers attacking some POS operators in Awka, the state capital. The post Police arrest ex-convict who allegedly robbed POS operators appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
In this third instalment, PREMIUM TIMES profiles Ayra Starr, Banky W, Okunnu and other public figures who have relocated abroad. The post Ayra Starr, Banky W, Okunnu, 20 other Nigerian celebs who’ve relocated abroad (Part 3) appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The NLO has directed all affiliated clubs to immediately desist from participating in any other private competition that lacks the requisite recognition or approval of the NFF The post NLO warns clubs, players against participation in unapproved Private Leagues appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The group says the project is non-partisan and aims to protect lives, strengthen peaceful civic participation, and support credible electoral processes through local participation, responsible communication, and evidence-based responses. The post 2027: Group launches initiative to prevent violence in Niger Delta appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The GFN President added that Turkey had granted Nigeria permission to prepare its athletes there ahead of the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles and the 2027 African Games in Egypt. The post GFN signs deal with Turkey to train Nigerian gymnastics coaches, judges appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The students participated in sessions on public health and art, mental health and resilience, creative expression and art for social change. The post Lagos students use art to open new conversations on mental health appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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UNCTAD warned that a slowdown in demand for AI hardware could remove a major source of momentum from global merchandise trade. The post AI boom lifts trade but raises financial risks – UNCTAD appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The company said the retirement would ensure compliance with the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) Corporate Governance Guidelines for Financial Holding Companies in Nigeria. The post Access Holdings executive director retires appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The lender has announced an interim dividend per share of N1.5, which compares to the N1.25 it paid for the same period of last year. The post Zenith Bank’s half-year profit falls 19% amid shrinking revenue appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The investment, estimated at about N300 billion, was disclosed during a meeting between Governor Peter Mbah and a delegation from Eauxwell Nigeria Limited led by the Managing Director, Mr Edwin Enwegbara, at the Government House, Enugu The post Enugu secures $200m investment for 100MW solar power appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The poet’s winning collection examines religious and political violence in Nigeria through the imagined voice of a victim. The post Ogaga Ifowodo wins $100,000 Nigeria Prize for Literature appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The programme also introduced entrepreneurship support and digital skills training to equip young people with practical skills for employment and self-reliance The post Abiodun’s education support programme expands to 1,277 beneficiaries appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) says it is conducting due diligence before inaugurating its Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) and releasing its manifesto ahead of the 2027 general election. The party said the process was aimed at ensuring that its campaign team reflected competence, unity and credibility. The NDC’s National Publicity Secretary, Osa Director, disclosed this […] Obi, Kwankwaso to decide when campaign council will be inaugurated – NDC
A Bauchi State High Court has convicted three of 11 defendants tried over the abduction of children allegedly taken from Bauchi and sold in the eastern part of the country. The convicts were each sentenced to 21 years in prison without an option of a fine by Justice Farouq Sarki, who delivered the judgment after […] Bauchi court jails three for 21 years each over child abduction
Three men working at a mining site have been killed by suspected gunmen in the Jamus area of Kazok villages, Gashish District, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State. In a statement issued by the Berom Youth Moulders-Association (BYM), its National Publicity Secretary, Rwang Tengwong, identified two of the victims as John Mafulul, 53, […] Three dead in Plateau mining site attack
The Chairman of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) in Katsina State, Alhaji Salimu Lawal Boyi, has warned eligible voters against selling their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) ahead of the 2027 general elections. Boyi, who is also the state chairman of the Accord Party, gave the warning while speaking to newsmen on Saturday after a meeting […] IPAC warns Katsina voters against selling PVCs ahead of 2027 elections
Dangote Refinery has increased the price of its gantry Automotive Gas Oil, AGO, also known as diesel, a few days after reducing the cost of the commodity. Market survey by DAILY POST on Saturday showed that Dangote Refinery increased its diesel price to N1,800 per litre from N1,700. This means that the refinery raised its […] Dangote Refinery increases diesel price days after reduction
Afrobeats singer Mr Real has raised the alarm over allegations that some Nigerians are now hiring people to spray money at parties to pressure guests into spraying money. He made the allegation in a video shared on his Instagram page, warning Nigerians not to believe or feel pressured by everything they see online or at […] Nigerians now renting ‘money sprayers’ to pressure guests at parties – Mr Real raises alarm
There was tension at the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu, on Saturday when thugs reportedly attacked members of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC. The NDC members were said to have gone to the airport to welcome their governorship candidate before the incident occurred. This is coming barely one month after the NDC alleged that “state-sponsored […] Thugs attack NDC members in Enugu [VIDEO]
French pundit, Walid Acherchour, has snubbed France captain, Kylian Mbappe, as he named Barcelona winger, Lamine Yamal, as the player to win the Ballon d’Or this year. According to Acherchour, there is no doubt that Yamal will win the Ballon d’Or due to his performances for Barcelona and Spain. “For me, Lamine Yamal, he is […] Ballon d’Or 2026: ‘No doubt’ – French pundit snubs Mbappe, names player to win
Traditional rulers in Benue State, led by the Tor Tiv, Prof. James Ayatse, and the Ochi’Idoma, His Royal Majesty Agaba-Idu Elaigwu Obagaji, have called for the inclusion of traditional institutions in the recruitment, operations and supervision of the proposed State Police. The royal fathers made the appeal during a colloquium on State Police organised by […] State Police: Tor Tiv, Ochi’Idoma demand traditional rulers’ involvement in recruitment
A Nigerian national who worked as a canvasser for a Democratic congressional campaign in Pennsylvania has been arrested by United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement, ICE, after pleading guilty to a disorderly conduct charge arising from a public exposure incident. The US Department of Homeland Security, DHS, identified the man as Chimaobim Adedayo Igbojekwe in […] Nigerian campaign worker arrested by ICE after guilty plea in US
Tragedy has hit Fufore Local Government Area in Adamawa State as the council’s chairman, Yahya Saidu, died barely 18 months after his predecessor, Shuaibu Babas, passed away while serving in the same office. A member of the House of Representatives representing the Fufore/Song Federal Constituency of the state, Aliyu Wakili, confirmed the death on Saturday […] Adamawa LG chair dies months after predecessor’s death
Super Falcons coach, Augustine Eguavoen, has hinted on playing goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie, as a central defender . The former Super Eagles boss said that Nnadozie has the capability to operate as a centre-back following their 2-0 win over Comoros in the first leg of their second-round fixture of the 2028 Olympic qualifying game on Friday […] Olympics qualifiers: Eguavoen hints at playing Super Falcon goalkeeper, Nnadozie as defender
Commercial motorcyclists, popularly called Okada riders, have embarked on one day fasting in Ikom Town, in Ikom LGA of Cross River State. The one day fast is compulsory and seriously enforced by officials of the Okada Riders Association in the town. Okada riders spoken to in Ikom Town said they usually hold the spiritual exercise […] Commercial motorcyclists in Ikom embark on compulsory prayers, fasting
Political analyst Abbati Bako says former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar’s reported pledge to restore petrol subsidies if elected president could intensify scrutiny of President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies ahead of the 2027 general election. In a Facebook post on Friday, Bako said the proposal could make petrol prices, the use of savings from subsidy removal and […] Atiku’s subsidy pledge challenging Tinubu’s economic reforms ahead of 2027 election – Bako
Arsenal are now joint top of the Premier League table, after they came from behind to beat Leeds United 2-1 on Saturday. The champions were looking to bounce back from their 3-0 thrashing at Brighton before the international break. But they struggled to break Daniel Farke’s men in the first half. After the break, it […] EPL table: Arsenal go joint top with Man City after narrow win over Leeds
The Portuguese Football Federation has confirmed Cristiano Ronaldo’s suspension, revealing that a disciplinary case has been opened. Ronaldo has been “provisionally suspended” and is now waiting for the final verdict and decision about the case. The 41-year-old himself suggested that he be punished in a public statement, where he apologised for leaving the national team […] Portugal release statement confirming Cristiano Ronaldo’s suspension
Galatasaray striker, Victor Osimhen, has hailed teammate Aleksey Batrakov following their 3-1 win against Kasımpaşa in the Turkish Super Lig on Friday. Osimhen labelled the 21-year-old midfielder as an incredible player, adding that the Russia international reads the game before the ball even comes to him. “Batrakov is an incredible player. He reads the game […] Turkey: He’s an incredible player – Osimhen hails Galatasaray teammate
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Super Falcons interim head coach coach Augustine Eguavoen, says his side deserved victory in their clash against Comoros. The 10-time African champions defeated Comoros 2-0 in the first leg of their 2028 Olympic Games second qualifying round fixture on Friday. Michelle Alozie and Uchenna Kanu scored the goals for the Super Falcons in the second half. […] 2028 Olympics Qualifier: Eguavoen lauds Super Falcons’ win over Comoros
An All Progressives Congress, APC, chieftain, Sani Abdullahi Shinkafi, has denied claims that former Zamfara State Governor Abdul’aziz Yari is sponsoring the African Democratic Congress, ADC, governorship candidate, Bilyaminu Yusuf Shinkafi. In a statement on Saturday, Shinkafi said Bilyaminu was related to Yari by marriage as a cousin of the former governor’s wife, a daughter […] Senator Yari not sponsoring Zamfara ADC guber candidate — APC chieftain
Nollywood actress, Shaffy Bello, has said she has no desire to leave Nigeria, describing the country as home and the place that made her who she is. The post Japa: I have no desire to leave Nigeria— Shaffy Bello appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Peter Duru, Makurdi Several members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from Benue State sustained serious injuries on Saturday morning when a bus conveying them to the party’s rally in Lafia, Nasarawa State, was involved in a head-on collision with another vehicle. It was gathered that the accident occurred in Lafia, a few kilometres […] The post Benue APC delegation to rally involved in accident appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recovered $104,950 for a US-based businesswoman, Mrs Adeshola Oshilaja, over a disputed deal to procure 10 dump trucks from China. The post EFCC recovers $105,000 for US-based businesswoman appeared first on Vanguard News.
Mikel Arteta said Arsenal had learned lessons from their "extremely average" performance at Brighton before the international break as they returned to winning ways against Leeds on Saturday. The post Arsenal learned lessons from Brighton collapse – Arteta appeared first on Vanguard News.
Augsburg's Robin Fellhauer scored the fastest goal in Bundesliga history to give his side a shock lead over Bayern Munich on Saturday. The post Bayern concede fastest-ever Bundesliga goal after 8 seconds appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Edo State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Emperor Jarrett Tenebe, has urged voters in the state to support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027 and reject the African Democratic Congress (ADC), following remarks attributed to former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi. Tenebe described Amaechi’s comments about supporters of Tinubu as reckless […] The post Tenebe urges Edo voters to back Tinubu, reject ADC appeared first on Vanguard News.
Presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement, APM, Seyi Makinde, has pledged to serve only one four-year term if elected in 2027, promising a transitional government of national unity while challenging President Bola Tinubu to publish the Federal Government’s petroleum pricing template. The post 2027: Makinde vows one-term presidency, challenges Tinubu on fuel prices appeared first on Vanguard News.
A Nigerian national who worked on a Democratic congressional campaign in Pennsylvania has been arrested by United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after pleading guilty to a disorderly conduct charge arising from a public exposure incident. The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS), according to Punchng announced the arrest of Chimaobim Adedayo Igbojekwe in […] The post Nigerian canvasser arrested by ICE after guilty plea appeared first on Vanguard News.
Three Nigerian sisters who drowned in the sea off Brighton, southern England, have been ruled to have taken their own lives following an inquest into their deaths. The sisters, Jane Adetoro, 36, Christina Walters, 32, and Rebecca Walters, 31, lived together in Greenford, west London. They had become increasingly withdrawn following the death of their […] The post Three Nigerian sisters who drowned in UK sea took own lives – Inquest Rules appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto SOKOTO — Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu, has challenged opposition parties in the state to present their records of achievements to voters ahead of the 2027 general elections, saying his administration will campaign on the strength of its projects and development initiatives. Aliyu said the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the […] The post 2027: ‘We’ll campaign with projects, not insults’ — Aliyu appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Sola Ogundipe As Nigeria joins the rest of the world to mark World Mental Health Day 2026, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has called on governments and health systems to move beyond listening to people with mental health conditions and give them a meaningful role in shaping the policies and services that affect their […] The post Give mental health patients a say in decisions – WHO appeared first on Vanguard News.
Nigeria ranked sixth among the countries that received the most United States foreign assistance in the 2025 fiscal year, with about $728.8 million disbursed to the country, according to an analysis by the Pew Research Center. The post Top 10 countries that received most US Aid appeared first on Vanguard News.
…Lauds community partnership By Samuel Oyadongha, Yenagoa The Bayelsa State Police Command has arrested 23 suspects in connection with cult-related violence, attempted murder and unlawful possession of firearms in Yenagoa and its environs, recovering several weapons and suspected illicit substances. The Commissioner of Police, Bayelsa State Command, CP Ajao Saka Adewale, disclosed this on Saturday […] The post Bayelsa police arrest 23 cult suspects, recover firearms appeared first on Vanguard News.
Arsenal roared back to beat Leeds 2-1 and pull level with Manchester City at the top of the Premier League on Saturday, hitting the ground running after the three-week international break. The post Arsenal hit back to beat Leeds and draw level with Man City appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Cross River government says it has shut down no fewer than 58 unapproved schools in Calabar South, Calabar Municipality, Odukpani and Yakurr Local Government Areas (LGAs) of the state. The post C’River govt shuts 58 unapproved schools in ongoing crackdown appeared first on Vanguard News.
Nigerian universities have been urged to move away from dependence on government allocations and embrace capital formation, investment and ownership through the capital market. The post SEC DG urges universities to explore capital market funding appeared first on Vanguard News.
Yoruba nation agitator and founder of Iru Ekun Security Network, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, has called for a stronger national alliance between community-based security outfits and conventional security agencies to combat kidnapping, banditry and other violent crimes threatening communities across Nigeria. The post Sunday Igboho seeks stronger national alliance against kidnapping appeared first on Vanguard News.
Denmark allows citizens of nine countries to enter the country without a visa if they hold qualifying biometric passports, although the exemption is part of the country's existing immigration rules rather than a newly announced policy. The post Denmark allows citizens of 9 countries visa-free entry under biometric passport rule appeared first on Vanguard News.
Universities in the United Kingdom are withdrawing admission offers to international applicants, including Nigerians and Pakistanis, amid fears that rising student visa refusals could lead to a ban on recruiting overseas students. The post UK universities withdraw admission offers to Nigerians over visa crackdown appeared first on Vanguard News.
Africa’s most innovative countries are investing in technology, research, entrepreneurship and industrial development as they seek to strengthen their economies and compete in the global market. The post Top 8 most innovative countries in Africa in 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Bayelsa State Police Command has arrested 23 suspected cultists and recovered weapons following recent cult-related violence that killed four people. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-23-suspected-cultists-in-bayelsa-recover-weapons/
Augsburg’s Robin Fellhauer scored the fastest goal in Bundesliga history, netting in under nine seconds after a mistake by Bayern Munich’s Manuel Neuer. Read More: https://punchng.com/augsburgs-midfielder-scores-fastest-goal-in-bundesliga-history-against-bayern-munich/
The Cross River State Government has shut down 20 unapproved schools in four LGAs as part of efforts to enforce compliance with education regulations. Read More: https://punchng.com/cross-river-shuts-20-unapproved-schools/
The Bayelsa State Commissioner of Police has urged traditional rulers and youth leaders to collaborate with the police to curb cult-related violence in the Read More: https://punchng.com/bayelsa-cp-urges-community-leaders-to-help-curb-cult-violence/
UK universities are withdrawing admission offers to Nigerian students due to a surge in visa refusals and stricter immigration rules, a new report reveals. Read More: https://punchng.com/why-uk-varsities-are-cancelling-nigerians-admission-report/
Rayo Vallecano’s La Liga match against Athletic Bilbao was abandoned after home fans threw objects onto the pitch in protest against their president. Read More: https://punchng.com/la-liga-rayo-match-against-bilbao-abandoned-after-fan-protests/
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A Nigerian national, Chimaobim Adedayo Igbojekwe, working for a US congressional campaign has been arrested by ICE after pleading guilty to disorderly cond Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerian-campaign-canvasser-arrested-by-ice-in-us/
Cristiano Ronaldo has been provisionally suspended by the Portuguese Football Federation as it investigates his departure from the national team’s camp. Read More: https://punchng.com/portugal-suspends-ronaldo-as-disciplinary-probe-begins/
England forward Cole Palmer has signed a contract extension with Chelsea, committing his future to the Premier League club until 2034. Read More: https://punchng.com/palmer-signs-contract-to-stay-at-chelsea-until-2034/
AAC presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has called for an independent investigation into the Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash in Igbokoda, Ondo State. Read More: https://punchng.com/sowore-visits-ondo-crash-site-demands-independent-probe/
The chairman of Fufore Local Government Area of Adamawa State, Yahya Saidu, has died in a hospital less than three months after assuming office. Read More: https://punchng.com/adamawa-lg-chairman-dies-three-months-after-swearing-in/
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An APC chieftain has denied allegations that former Zamfara Governor Abdul’aziz Yari is sponsoring the ADC governorship candidate, Bilyaminu Shinkafi. Read More: https://punchng.com/yari-not-backing-zamfara-adc-gov-candidate-apc-chieftain/
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has commiserated with the Balogun of Ibadanland, Oba Tajudeen Ajibola, over the death of his wife, Olori Basirat Ajibola. Read More: https://punchng.com/makinde-mourns-balogun-of-ibadanlands-wife/
A power outage at Maitama District Hospital in Abuja on Saturday left patients waiting as computer-based operations and access to records were disrupted. Read More: https://punchng.com/power-outage-disrupts-services-at-abuja-hospital/
The Kwara State Government is set to phase out paper-based records in its hospitals by introducing an electronic medical records system to improve patient Read More: https://punchng.com/kwara-hospitals-to-abandon-paper-based-medical-records/
An Anglican Bishop, James Odedeji, has thanked God for the release of kidnapped corps members but urged the government to improve security in Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/bishop-hails-corps-members-release-urges-govt-to-improve-security/
Lecturers at three Lagos State universities are to resume academic activities immediately after ASUU suspended its strike over staff welfare. Read More: https://punchng.com/lecturers-to-resume-as-asuu-calls-off-strike-at-lasu-lasued-lasustech/
PETROAN has asked the Federal Government to allocate at least 30% of its discounted petrol supply to its members to improve nationwide distribution. Read More: https://punchng.com/petroan-seeks-30-of-fgs-discounted-petrol-for-members/
The APC candidate for Owo/Ose Federal Constituency, Ghani Arobo, has urged aggrieved party members to unite behind him ahead of the 2027 elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-ondo-apc-candidate-seeks-unity-after-court-victory/
Turkey has formally banned social media use for children under 15, effective November 1, to protect them from online risks like addiction and bullying. Read More: https://punchng.com/turkey-bans-social-media-for-under-15s-from-november-1/
US President Donald Trump has secured a deal with Russia to release diesel fuel, easing sanctions to lower energy costs ahead of the US midterm elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-hails-russia-deal-to-release-diesel-as-midterms-loom/
Protests erupt in New York after ICE officers shot a Dominican man, Oscar Bergal, sparking a clash between the city’s mayor and the Trump administration. Read More: https://punchng.com/protests-in-new-york-as-trump-admin-defends-ice-shooting/
An AI model by Anthropic sent a fabricated tip about an unsolved homicide to Philadelphia police, who criticised the company for a two-month reporting dela Read More: https://punchng.com/anthropic-ai-model-sent-fake-murder-tip-to-philadelphia-police/
A journalist, Hamurabi Huesca Manzano, has been shot dead in Oaxaca state, Mexico, becoming the ninth media professional killed in the country this year. Read More: https://punchng.com/gunmen-kill-journalist-in-mexico-ninth-in-2026/
French astronaut Sophie Adenot describes seeing Earth without borders after returning from a record-breaking 235-day mission on the International Space Sta Read More: https://punchng.com/no-divisions-no-borders-french-astronaut-says-of-seeing-earth/
A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake has struck central Panama, injuring at least 27 people and causing buildings and roads to collapse, officials report. Read More: https://punchng.com/major-earthquake-hits-panama-injures-at-least-27/
US President Donald Trump has slammed the choice of Navi Pillay for the Nobel Peace Prize as a ‘disgraceful’ decision, arguing the award should have gone t Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-slams-nobel-peace-prize-choice-as-disgraceful/
The Federal Government and the Niger Basin Authority have called for the accelerated implementation of regional water projects to improve livelihoods. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-niger-basin-authority-push-for-faster-water-projects/
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Ibrahim Oyewale in Lokoja Kogi State Governor, Usman Ododo, has lauded the immediate past Speaker of Kogi State House of Assembly, Mathew Kolawole, describing him as loyal and dependable leader
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Segun Awofadeji in Bauchi The Bauchi State Sector Commander of the Federal Roads Safety Corps (FRSC), CC Caleb Luka has appealed to drivers, particularly commercial vehicle drivers plying the ever-busy
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The Coalition of Civil Society Organisations for Good Governance (CCSOGG) has called for an evidence-based assessment of surveillance contracts for pipelines in the Niger Delta, as it called on stakeholders
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US warns business executives against detention risks in Nigeria Punch Newspapers
Day 31: The question Nigeria’s fuel discount cannot answer TheCable
Fuel subsidy would cost Nigeria over N20trn yearly — Minister Premium Times Nigeria
Tinubu’s 30-Day Petrol Relief: Nigerians Deserve Solutions, Not Political Distortions THISDAYLIVE
Nigeria First: FG Mandates MDAs To Procure All Vehicles From Local Assemblers Channels Television
Why Nigeria’s deluge is a crisis of governance, not nature TheCable
Fitch revises Nigeria’s outlook to positive on monetary, exchange rate reforms Premium Times Nigeria
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Fitch revises Nigeria’s credit outlook to positive, says improved reserves strengthened economy’s resilience to shocks TheCable
Nigeria, Benin Set Four-Year Border Security Plan The Guardian Nigeria News
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Nigeria Doesn’t Have Enough Crude Oil To Service Dangote Refinery, Says Oyedele Channels Television
Standards Crucial To Nigeria’s Trade Competitiveness- SON News Agency of Nigeria
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Fitch Revises Nigeria’s Credit Outlook To Positive Voice of Nigeria
UK study visa crackdown: Nigeria, Pakistan bear brunt with withdrawals Businessday NG
NYSC kidnap: 20 Nigerian graduates rescued after being abducted in Imo state BBC
Subsidy removal exposed Nigeria’s crude shortfall — Oyedele Punch Newspapers
Nigeria’s Super Falcons Beat Comoros 2-0 In Olympic Qualification Match Channels Television
Ondo signs $362m titanium mega-plant deal, first in Nigeria Businessday NG
Nigerian Governors to Declare Nutrition Emergency Voice of Nigeria
Moove shuts down Nigeria operations, transfers vehicle ownership to customers TheCable
Nigeria At 66: Why Oborevwori’s call for unity, perseverance resonates The Guardian Nigeria News
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Ogaga Ifowodo wins $100,000 Nigeria Prize for Literature Premium Times Nigeria
HSN Urges Nigerians To Embrace Opposition Politics Voice of Nigeria
Nigeria: Falling And Rising In Hope At 66 LEADERSHIP Newspapers
Oyo State Tops Nigeria’s Liveability, Democracy Rankings Voice of Nigeria
2027 Election: APC Receives 11 Defectors Voice of Nigeria
Alozie, Kanu Star As Nigeria Dispatch Comoros In Olympic Qualifiers Channels Television
Germany Hails Nigeria’s 10-year Execution-free Record News Agency of Nigeria
Nigeria demands self-reliant African security architecture Punch Newspapers
Vintage Africana …Preserving Nigeria’s everyday past The Guardian Nigeria News
Association Seeks Better Welfare, Mental Health Support For Workers Voice of Nigeria
Tegbe: Nigeria must fix gas supply to unlock value of electricity assets TheCable
Army Chief Seeks Stronger Ties With Traditional Institutions Voice of Nigeria
Meet Nigeria’s overall best teacher from Ogun Punch Newspapers
US asks American business executives to be wary of insecurity, corruption, detention risk in Nigeria TheCable
Nigeria Targets Investment-Grade Credit Rating by 2030 Voice of Nigeria
Ondo, PyVee seal $362m deal to build Nigeria’s first titanium processing plant The Guardian Nigeria News
Rainbow Coalition, OK Movement and imperatives of Nigeria political action committee The Guardian Nigeria News
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Israel Trains Nigerian Health Workers On Maternal Emergencies Voice of Nigeria
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Ifowodo wins $100,000 Nigeria Prize for Literature Punch Newspapers
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AI and the Rise of Synthetic Media: Is Nigeria ready for 2027? Premium Times Nigeria
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Nigeria NYSC abductions: Bombs preventing rescue of kidnapped youths, Imo police say BBC
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Nigerian Army Boosts Counter-Terrorism With New Battalion Voice of Nigeria
Fitch Upgrades Nigeria’s Outlook To Positive On Reforms, $54.9bn Reserves Independent Newspaper Nigeria
Nigerian Higher Education: We Cannot Build World-Class Institutions with Closed Minds ednews.africa
When will Nigerian leaders build worthy stadiums? The Guardian Nigeria News
GFN signs deal with Turkey to train Nigerian gymnastics coaches, judges Premium Times Nigeria
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UK PACT Phase 2: Unlocking Nigeria’s Path to scalable green growth The Guardian Nigeria News
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Nigeria needs diaspora expertise to fix healthcare gaps — US-based doctor, Badero Punch Newspapers
Nigeria’s creative economy lacks structure, not talent, NBCC boss says Businessday NG
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Experts seek urgent action on Nigeria’s mental health crisis FRCN HQ
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