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 RF governor emphasised that bandits who refuse peace and threaten innocent people must face the full consequences of the law The post Zamfara hosts Police security summit as Lawal vows no negotiation with bandits appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
PREMIUM TIMES earlier reported that she submitted an affidavit explaining the measures she had taken to regularise her status in South Africa. The post Adetshina’s deportation case postponed as South African protesters demand her return to Nigeria appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The official was reacting to recent criticisms by Alphonsus Eba, the deputy governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Cross River, who said that Governor Otu hardly stayed in the state. The post Why it’s necessary for Cross River to continue engaging federal government – Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The controversy began this month after the University of Calabar had directed 214 second-year Law students to return to the departments where they were originally admitted into by the institution. The post UNICAL students file N5bn suit challenging removal from Law faculty appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The governor gave the assurance on Tuesday when he visited Nigerian refugees at the Kaya site in Lac Province of Chad to assess their welfare. The post Buni meets Nigerian refugees in Chad, pledges support for repatriation appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Okocha shared the amusing story while appearing on the Obione Podcast, reflecting on his two-year spell with the Istanbul club between 1996 and 1998. The post Okocha: How Fenerbahce love turned me into ‘Muhammed Yavuz’ appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
She reflects on becoming a single mother to twin boys, her doubts about marriage, finding love again after her divorce and suffering another heartbreak. The post ‘My marriage ended in 2024’ — Bashir El-Rufai’s ex-wife opens up on divorce, single motherhood appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The official said Nigeria’s rangelands are facing increasing degradation due to desertification, land degradation and drought, with serious implications for farmer-herder conflicts, agricultural productivity and food security. The post INTERVIEW: How UNCCD, FAO, World Bank back Nigeria’s fight against drought, land degradation —Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
“It is a good day for Akwa Ibom because the reforms are beginning to yield results,” said the state’s commissioner for information. The post NERC transfers electricity market oversight to Akwa Ibom regulatory commission appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The president's Special Adviser on Homeland Security, Adeyinka Famadewa, will coordinate and provide secretariat support for the 11-man committee. The post Tinubu orders preparation of Nigeria’s five-year security threat assessment, defence plan appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Burna Boy received two nominations and Tems earned one. The post Burna Boy, Tems secure 2026 MTV VMAs nominations despite scrapped Afrobeats category appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
An online debate over Health Maintenance Organisations (HMOs) has exposed tensions and misconceptions among Nigerians, healthcare providers and insurers. The post HMO Controversy: What Nigerians, hospitals need to know about health insurance appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The minister, during a meeting with the veterans, assured them that their concerns were “receiving attention they deserve.” The post Defence minister meets protesting military veterans, promises improved pension package appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce also proclaimed 18 August Angélique Kidjo Day in Hollywood before the unveiling. The post Angélique Kidjo makes history with Hollywood Walk of Fame star appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The series will also be available on DStv Stream and GOtv Stream. The post Africa Magic sets August premiere for ‘Hello Future Me’, Sequel to ‘Dear Future Me’ appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Emmanuel Ugwu has bid farewell to Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side Bendel Insurance following his exit from the club. Ugwu has completed a move to Maltese side Mosta FC. The defender expressed gratitude to the club’s faithful for their support throughout his time in Benin City. Ugwu made 46 appearances for the Benin Arsenals. […] NPFL: Ugwu bids farewell to Bendel Insurance after Mosta FC move
The naira recorded its first depreciation against the dollar at the official foreign exchange market on Wednesday. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) showed that the local currency weakened for the first time this week, closing at N1,350.41 per dollar on Wednesday, compared to N1,343.32 exchanged on Tuesday. This means that the naira […] Dollar to Naira exchange rate Today, August 19, 2026: Nigerian Naira records first depreciation against US Dollar
The Commander of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, in Ogun State, CN Tijjani Rabe, has fired back at popular human rights activist and presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, AAC, Omoyele Sowore, over his criticism of the agency’s anti-drug operations. Rabe asserted that leadership cannot be built on insults against institutions that […] ‘This is duty, not idiotic’ – Ogun NDLEA Commander fires back at Sowore
The United Nations Human Rights Office has denounced the United States decision to impose fresh sanctions on officials of the International Criminal Court (ICC). High Commissioner Volker Turk said the “unacceptable” new sanctions — affecting ICC President, Judge Tomoko Akane, and Senior Trial Lawyer Abdoulaye Seye — must be lifted. Turk urged countries to stand […] UN human rights, EU, ICC oppose fresh US sanctions
Plateau United and Mighty Jets kicked off their campaigns at the 2026 Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, Invitational Pre-season Tournament on winning notes. In the first game of the day, Plateau United defeated last season’s runners-up, Rivers United, 1-0. Jubril Ibrahim scored the winning goal one minute before the half-hour mark. In the day’s second […] NPFL Pre-Season Invitational: Plateau United, Mighty Jets begin with victories
Two tricycles and three other vehicles have been involved in a road crash on Girei Bridge in Adamawa State. The Adamawa State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. According to the statement, the vehicles involved were a tipper truck, two cars and […] Two tricycles, three vehicles involved in Adamawa road crash
At least four Chelsea players are training away from Xabi Alonso’s first-team group, with their futures up in the air. They are: Nicolas Jackson, Liam Delap, Axel Disasi and Tosin Adarabioyo. According to Sky Sports, the situation is different to last season when the likes of Raheem Sterling and Disasi were in a so-called ‘bomb […] Transfer: Xabi Alonso bans five first-team players from Chelsea training
The Ebonyi State Police Command has deployed personnel to polling stations and strategic locations across the 13 Local Government Areas ahead of the August 22, 2026, LG polls. The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Joshua Ukandu, said the command, under Commissioner of Police CP Hope Urunwa-Okafor, is collaborating with sister security agencies to ensure adequate […] Ebonyi: Police deploy personnel ahead of August 22 LG elections
The Bauchi State Police Command has confirmed that three people, including a pregnant woman and a nursing mother, were killed by lightning in Gambiri village, Bauchi Local Government Area of Bauchi State. The Bauchi State Police Command Public Relations Officer, SP Nafiu Habib, confirmed the incident, saying, “Yes, it is true that a thunderstorm has […] Lightning kills pregnant woman, nursing mother in Bauchi
The Peoples Redemption Party, PRP, National Chairman, Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has hinted that President Bola Tinubu will lose the 2027 presidential election by 4 p.m. on election day. Baba-Ahmed explained that Tinubu would lose if the election is free, fair, and credible. Speaking while featuring on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Wednesday, he said: “There is […] 2027 Presidency: Tinubu will lose by 4 p.m. on election day – Hakeem Baba-Ahmed
A former spokesperson for the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Segun Sowunmi, has said he pities President Bola Tinubu over the likely controversy that could follow the outcome of the 2027 presidential election. Sowunmi stated this while responding to a question on whether he believed Tinubu could win the 2027 election during an appearance on Channels […] 2027: I pity Tinubu – Segun Sowunmi
President Bola Tinubu has approved the immediate preparation of a comprehensive National Threat Assessment and a rolling five-year Strategic Defence Operations Plan to strengthen coordination across Nigeria’s defence, intelligence and security capabilities. Tinubu said his Special Adviser on Homeland Security, Major General Adeyinka A. Famadewa, will coordinate and provide secretariat support for the 11-man committee […] Coordinate five-year national security threat assessment, defence plan – Tinubu to Homeland Security
President Bola Tinubu has approved key projects in the health sector, including the overhaul of the National Hospital, Abuja, and a N302 billion Cancer Treatment Centre. The Minister of Health, Professor Ali Pate, made this disclosure on Wednesday after the Federal Executive Council, FEC, meeting in Abuja. Pate listed the projects as the construction of […] Tinubu approves key projects in health sector [FULL LIST]
The National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Senator David Mark, has warned against the use of state institutions to manipulate the 2027 general elections, insisting that the credibility of the polls must be “non-negotiable”. Mark also cautioned against intimidation, violence and other forms of electoral malpractice, saying the ADC expected the next general […] David Mark warns against use of state institutions to manipulate 2027 elections
Former lawmaker who represented Kogi West Senatorial District, Dino Melaye, has expressed optimism that President Bola Tinubu will be out of office after the 2027 general elections. In a post on his verified X handle on Wednesday, Melaye also said that what happened in Venezuela will happen in Nigeria. This came after a United States […] 2027: ‘Tinubu must go, Venezuela go happen for Naija’ – Dino Melaye
The Kaduna State Government says it is ready to engage in negotiations with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Kaduna State University (KASU) chapter, to resolve the issues raised by the union. The government said constructive dialogue and mutual understanding remained the most effective means of addressing the concerns of the university’s academic staff, […] ASUU crisis: ‘We are ready for negotiation’ – Kaduna govt
Former Inspector-General of Police and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate for Jigawa South-West Senatorial District in the 2027 election, Suleiman Abba, has said he has no regrets over his role in ensuring that the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Muhammadu Buhari, was declared the winner of the 2015 presidential election. Abba stated […] I’ve no regrets over my role in 2015 presidential election – Ex-IGP Suleiman Abba
The defence team of Nnamdi Kanu has challenged the Nigerian government to stop running from the courtroom and face the appeal filed by the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, against his conviction. Kanu is serving a life sentence in Sokoto Prison following his conviction on terrorism charges filed against him by the […] Nnamdi Kanu: ‘Stop running from courtroom, show the law’ – Defence team to Nigerian Govt
Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 17 Brigade have intercepted four suspected stolen motorcycles in Danmusa Local Government Area of Katsina State. The motorcycles were intercepted at about 7:30 pm on Tuesday, August 18, during a routine security check along the Danmusa-Mara-Kaiga road. The troops, deployed at the Forward Operating Base Mara, stopped the riders and […] Troops intercept four suspected stolen motorcycles in Katsina
The Federal Government has urged South Africa to take urgent steps to stop xenophobic and Afrophobic attacks against Nigerians and other African nationals living in the country. The government also called for better migration policies, responsible political leadership and stronger relations among African countries to prevent further attacks on migrants. The Minister of State for […] FG demands urgent action against attacks on Nigerians in South Africa
The Police Command in Osun has confirmed the killing of a 60-year-old man, Tajudeen Yusuf, by suspected hoodlums on Wednesday in Osogbo. The post Osun: Police launch manhunt over killing of 60-yr-old man appeared first on Vanguard News.
US President Donald Trump showed off a giant new helicopter landing pad at the White House on Wednesday, the latest in a series of construction projects, as he seeks to leave his mark on Washington. The post Trump unveils White House helipad as building frenzy escalates appeared first on Vanguard News.
Prince Harry and his wife Meghan, who cut ties with the British royal family in 2020, are moving back to the United Kingdom, British press reported on Wednesday. The post Prince Harry, Meghan to move back to UK appeared first on Vanguard News.
The uptick in borrowing comes as longer term US obligations linked to social security and health care have been growing, while interest payments have climbed as well. The post US national debt exceeds $40 trillion for first time appeared first on Vanguard News.
Burna Boy received two nominations for his collaboration with Colombian singer Shakira on the official 2026 FIFA World Cup song, “Dai Dai.” The post Burna Boy, Tems earn 2026 MTV VMAs nominations (Full List) appeared first on Vanguard News.
Cross River State Governor, Sen Bassey Otu, on Wednesday night ordered the release of businessman and social media critic, Denis Odama, who had spent about a week in detention following a complaint filed by some of the governor's aides. The post Gov Otu bows to pressure, orders release of detained critic Odama appeared first on Vanguard News.
Kang-In Lee and Alex Baena's superb strikes helped Atletico Madrid kick off their La Liga campaign with a 2-0 win over Malaga on Wednesday, without forward Julian Alvarez. The post Atletico open La Liga campaign with win over Malaga appeared first on Vanguard News.
Eighty-three Nigerians have returned to the country from South Africa following a repatriation exercise facilitated by private individuals. The post Just In: 83 Nigerians return from South Africa appeared first on Vanguard News.
Prof. Pat Utomi, Professor of Political Economy, has urged Nigerians to prepare for massive voter turnout during the January 2027 presidential election. The post 2027: ‘Nigerians are hungry, angry’ – Utomi urges massive voter turnout appeared first on Vanguard News.
The governor made the declaration in Bodinga Local Government Area of Sokoto State while flagging off the sale of essential food commodities at subsidised prices, a government initiative targeted at cushioning the economic burden on rural dwellers and junior civil servants. The post Tinubu’s funding turning states around — Gov. Aliyu appeared first on Vanguard News.
Following gunshots that erupted during Governor Ademola Adeleke's visit to the Ataoja of Osogbo's palace, one person was reportedly killed in the Ita-Olokan area of Osogbo. The post One killed as Davido’s security details, thugs clash at palace appeared first on Vanguard News.
The management of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) has dismissed reports that its Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Joshua Ogunwole, was arrested and detained by the police in Abuja following his role as the Chief Returning Officer in the recently concluded Osun State governorship election. The post Osun election: FUOYE debunks report of VC Ogunwole’s arrest appeared first on Vanguard News.
Yobe State Governor and Chairman of the Lake Chad Governors' Forum, Mai Mala Buni, on Wednesday visited Nigerian refugees at the Kaya site in Lac Province of Chad Republic to assess their welfare. The post Gov Buni visits Nigerian refugees in Chad appeared first on Vanguard News.
Veteran actor Jide Kosoko has explained why his colleague, Taiwo Babatunde Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, cannot be moved from the hospital despite receiving hundreds of offers from people willing to assist with his treatment. The post Why Ogogo cannot be moved from hospital — Jide Kosoko appeared first on Vanguard News.
National Chairman of the Peoples Redemption Party, PRP, Dr Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, on Wednesday said President Bola Tinubu will lose the 2027 general elections before 4 pm if the poll were credible, free and fair. The post Tinubu’ll lose credible 2027 election before 4pm – Baba-Ahmed appeared first on Vanguard News.
Wife of the Osun State Governor, Erelu Amb. Ngozi Abeni Adeleke has extended a warm-hearted appreciation to the entire people and residents of Osun State over their unflinching support and show of enthusiasm as the State celebrates the glorious re-election of Senator Ademola Nurudeen Adeleke. Governor Adeleke’s victory for the second term at the fiercely […] The post Osun Election: Ngozi Adeleke commends Osun indigenes for their loyalty at poll appeared first on Vanguard News.
Speaker of the Edo House of Assembly, Rt. Hon Yekini Idaiye, has dismissed reports that the House is seeking to repeal the financial autonomy law for the Legislature and Judiciary. The post Edo Speaker denies alleged plan to repeal legislative, judicial autonomy appeared first on Vanguard News.
“I didn’t go to Arise to please government, or to just please people, but to tell the truth. That’s all I stand for,” Onaiyekan said. The post ‘I’m 82, not afraid of anybody’ – Onaiyekan responds to Presidency appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Benin Branch of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) on Wednesday faulted alleged plans by the Edo State House of Assembly to repeal the law ensuring the autonomy of the state’s legislature and judiciary. The post NBA faults alleged plan to tamper with Edo judiciary, legislature’s autonomy appeared first on Vanguard News.
Two Nigerians, Smart Israel and Oghenekevwe William Emadago, have emerged among the winners of the 2026 Global Citizen Waislitz Awards for their innovative solutions to challenges linked to extreme poverty. The post Nigerians Smart Israel, Oghenekevwe Emadago win 2026 Global Citizen Waislitz Awards appeared first on Vanguard News.
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A man allegedly set his mother on fire in Cross River State, accusing her of witchcraft. Police are searching for the suspect in this shocking incident. Read More: https://punchng.com/man-sets-mother-on-fire-in-cross-river-over-witchcraft-accusation/
Former IGP Sulaiman Abba, PDP senatorial candidate for Jigawa Southwest, declares no one can rig him out of the Jigawa senatorial race in 2027. Read More: https://punchng.com/no-one-can-rig-me-out-of-jigawa-senatorial-race-ex-ig/
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Davido clarifies that the Osogbo gunfire incident outside Ataoja’s palace had no connection to him or Governor Ademola Adeleke. Read more on the attack. Read More: https://punchng.com/osogbo-gunfire-davido-says-incident-had-nothing-to-do-with-adeleke/
The NHRC pledges to restore livelihoods in Rivers’ Bile community due to persistent gas leakage. Residents demand an urgent halt to the leakage. Read More: https://punchng.com/gas-leakage-nhrc-pledges-to-address-rivers-communitys-concerns/
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Harry Kane admits his desire to return to the Premier League and break the scoring record has faded since moving to Bayern Munich. The England captain is h Read More: https://punchng.com/itch-to-return-to-premier-league-is-gone-kane/
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has unveiled its candidates for the 2027 general election in Abia State, promising quality leadership and a new narr Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-ndc-unveils-abia-candidates-promises-quality-leadership/
Nigerian music stars Burna Boy and Tems earn nominations at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards. Burna Boy for “Dai Dai” and Tems for “Raindance.” Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-burna-boy-tems-make-2026-mtv-vma-nominees-list/
The Lagos State Examinations Board announces the Common Entrance Screening Test from August 21-24. Candidates can now print their exam slips for the Lagos Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-exams-board-schedules-common-entrance-screening-test-for-august-21/
New UK Home Office guidance allows asylum seekers to stay with friends or family, offering financial support and flexibility. Learn how UK asylum seekers c Read More: https://punchng.com/uk-asylum-seekers-can-stay-with-friends-family-home-office/
Linus Aleke in Abuja The retired military personnel on Wednesday protested against delayed in the implementation of consequential pension adjustments, while security operatives comprising military and police personnel barricaded the
The Universal Archaivar Elders (UAE) of the Kegites Club (Ẹgbẹ́ Àgbà Ẹlẹ́mù) has successfully concluded the inaugural UAE Table Tennis Tournament 2026 and Community Medical Outreach (COMO 2), marking another
Blessing Ibunge in Port Harcourt Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has called for a fundamental shift in Nigeria’s education system towards Vocational and Technical Education (VTE), saying the country’s overreliance
Deji Elumoye in Abuja President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday directed that all funds recovered by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) be channelled into the Nigerian Education Loan Fund
Deji Elumoye in Abuja President Bola Tinubu has appointed Mr Abel Olumuyiwa Enitan as the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, effective August 27, 2026.According to a release
At least 24 bandits were killed on Tuesday after soldiers of the Nigerian Army, operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS), Katsina Community Watch Corps foiled an attempt to
Yemi Kosoko in Jos The Nigerian Army has intensified security operations in Plateau State following Tuesday’s deadly assault on Bi Mper community in Mangu Local Government Area, where 25 people
* Says women’s inclusion is not charity but growth strategy Deji Elumoye in Abuja The Presidency on Wednesday warned that Nigeria’s ambition to build a $1 trillion economy cannot be
Folalumi Alaran in Abuja Women in Mining Africa (WiM-Africa) has reaffirmed its commitment to building Africa’s future natural resource and minerals workforce through its ongoing NextGen programmes under the WiM-Africa
Yinka Kolawole in Osogbo For his victory in last Saturday’s governorship election in Osun State, Governor Ademola Adeleke has been presented with a certificate of return by the National Commissioner,
Deji Elumoye in Abuja President Bola Tinubu is presiding over the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting at the Council Chambers at the State House, Abuja.Shortly before the commencement of the
Kuni Tyessi in Abuja The Federal Government has launched a major institutional overhaul of the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), with the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa,
.Directs finance minister to update the citizenry on the reforms scorecard Deji Elumoye in Abuja President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday declared that Nigerians deserve to know the gains of the
Funmi Ogundare Anchor University, Lagos and the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) have strengthened collaboration on agricultural research and capacity development, with a focus on using modern laboratory techniques to
Sunday Aborisade in Abuja As campaigns for the January 16, 2027 presidential election officially commence Wednesday, the Media Office of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, has
Three indigenes of Ideato Federal Constituency have secured fully funded postgraduate scholarships worth over ₦220 million to study in the United Kingdom through the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP). The beneficiaries
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Funmi Ogundare and Ayodeji Ake The Lagos State Health Management Agency (LASHMA) has urged journalists to take the lead in educating residents on the benefits of mandatory health insurance, saying
The Ogun State Government has declared Thursday as a public holiday to commemorate this year’s Isese Day celebration. The declaration, according to the government, underscores the administration’s commitment to preserving
Chieftain of the Action Peoples Party (APP) and member representing Ideato North and South Federal Constituency of Imo State, Hon. Ikenga Ugochinyere, has commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC),
Standards must be maintained, but not through public pursuit that destroys careers and lives, argues PAT ONUKWULI There is scrutiny, and there is siege. There is accountability, and there is annihilation. Professor
Becky Uba Umenyili The Nigeria Police, Ogun State Command, have called on academic institutions, civil society organisations, parents and community leaders to join hands in guiding young people towards productive, vice-free lifestyles. Delivering a
Street Project Foundation (SPF) has called for nominations for The Wole Oguntokun Legacy Award, which celebrates young Nigerians using theatre, storytelling and the arts to inspire change, preserve culture and champion
Laleye Dipo in Minna Following frequent clashes among the Bargarawas, Fulanis and Kambari tribes in the Borgu and Agwara Local Government Areas of Niger State, the Chairman of the Christian Association
Olawale Ajimotokan in Abuja The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has ordered the immediate demolition of all structures constructed on waterways and flood channels across the FCT, saying exceptions
Galatasaray have reportedly rejected a €150 million offer from Saudi Pro League giants Al-Hilal for Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, despite read more Galatasaray reject €150m Al-Hilal bid, €50m salary for Osimhen
….to submit report in 90 days President Bola Tinubu has approved the immediate preparation of a comprehensive National Threat Assessment read more Tinubu orders five-year defence plan to counter Nigeria’s security threats
The Borno government has received life-saving cholera and reproductive kits worth millions of naira, donated by Plan International Nigeria, to read more Borno govt receives cholera, reproductive kits from Plan International
… assure President of re-election victory in 2027 Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu, said state governments are now better funded read more States now better funded under Tinubu, Sokoto Governor Aliyu affirms
The Senate Committee on Sports on Wednesday summoned the leadership of the National Sports Commission (NSC) and the Nigeria Football read more Senate summons NFF, NSC over Nigeria’s worsening football performance at World Cups
Nigerians pay more for cement than African neighbours – FCCPC Punch Newspapers
How 24 firms control over 70% of Nigeria’s stock market Vanguard News
Buni meets Nigerian refugees in Chad, pledges support for repatriation Premium Times Nigeria
Attackers go ‘house to house’ killing 25 villagers in central Nigeria Al Jazeera
Senate summons NFF, NSC over Nigeria’s football crisis The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigerians drive SuperSport’s 19 billion World Cup digital views Punch Newspapers
NFF Inaugurates Fact-Finding Committee To Probe Nigeria’s Football Setbacks Channels Television
Afolabi Kazeem Michael KC Luxury arrested: NDLEA gbab Nigerian social media influencer, seize $28m worth of cocaine wey dey go UK BBC
Tinubu Needs More ‘Mad Men’ In Govt To Fix Nigeria — Ben Murray-Bruce Channels Television
Murray-Bruce to Tinubu: Nigeria needs more 'mad' men in your government... people who can step on toes TheCable
Murray-Bruce asks Tinubu to fix Nigeria’s refineries Punch Newspapers
N15.8tn Fuel Subsidy Savings: Breakdown on how Nigeria govment spend di trillions of naira saved from fuel subsidy removal BBC
Nigeria mobilised N15trn from petrol subsidy removal in over two years, says Taiwo Oyedele TheCable
How FG spent ₦30.64 trillion on wages, debt, infrastructure in 31 months – Minister Premium Times Nigeria
Nigeria: Dozens killed in Plateau state attack dw.com
Nigeria: Campaign kicks off for 2027 presidential election dw.com
As campaigns begin in Nigeria, Tinubu's re-election bid puts his party on trial reuters.com
2027: Ordinary Nigerians Need To See Measurable Improvement In Their Lives —Kukah Channels Television
Tinubu appoints new Head of Nigeria’s Civil Service Premium Times Nigeria
Beyond Transparency: How Nigeria’s States Are Slowly Opening Up The Budgit Foundation
Niger Govt Pledges More Support To Fight Arms Proliferation In Nigeria Channels Television
Nigeria reforms helped to avert economic collapse, finance minister says CNBC Africa
Experts urge Nigeria to maximise China’s zero tariff access Business News Nigeria
Which Religion Was First in Nigeria? The Guardian Nigeria News
WCC general secretary to visit Nigeria to strengthen bonds World Council of Churches
Health Insurance in Nigeria: Progress, Gaps and the Path to Universal Coverage The Budgit Foundation
INTERVIEW: How UNCCD, FAO, World Bank back Nigeria’s fight against drought, land degradation —Official Premium Times Nigeria
As petrol prices soar, electric bikes gain ground in Nigeria Al Jazeera
Nigerian 2027 election campaign: States wey decide Nigeria previous presidential elections as presidential campaign for 2027 poll begin BBC
2027: Nigeria risks ‘revenge of the poor’ over worsening hardship, Utomi warns The Guardian Nigeria News
How Nigeria can convert energy ambition into bankable projects to attract capital Business News Nigeria
Petrol Subsidy Removal: Where Did Nigeria’s ₦15.8trn Savings Go? Channels Television
Weak copyright protection could undermine Nigeria’s N1.97 trillion creative economy - Experts Premium Times Nigeria
Tinubu orders preparation of Nigeria’s five-year security threat assessment, defence plan Premium Times Nigeria
PRESS RELEASE: On World Humanitarian Day, United Nations calls for scaled-up support to millions of Nigerians in need and safety for the aid workers helping them ReliefWeb
Explainer: Why Nigeria’s digital economy needs stronger cybersecurity Business News Nigeria
Senate summons NFF, NSC over Nigeria’s worsening football performance at World Cups Business News Nigeria
Ex-Rep: Nigeria must develop lithium value chain to create jobs, drive clean energy growth TheCable
NAPTIP Seeks Media, Government Agencies’ Collaboration To End SGBV In Nigeria News Agency of Nigeria
South Africa’s banking giant sets sight on Nigeria for growth Business News Nigeria
Nigeria Calls for Stronger Gender Accountability Systems Voice of Nigeria
Foreign Aid Bill: Group warns against state control of civil society The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria needs private capital to close infrastructure gap- AltBank Business News Nigeria
83 Nigerians repatriated from South Africa arrive in Lagos TheCable
Why Nigeria Should Back Duke-Abiola For UN Top Job News Agency of Nigeria
IBP Summit 2026 To Put Nigeria’s Budget Under Scrutiny News Agency of Nigeria
Two accused of drug trafficking after UK-Nigeria investigation BBC
Nigeria's New Alphanumeric Postcode System to Launch October 1 | Business Post Nigeria
Nigeria election 2027: Can Tinubu win a second term as cost of living bites? africanews.com
DJ Baddo builds presence in Nigeria’s Afrobeats scene The Guardian Nigeria News
One Community Volunteer Is Helping Protect Families from Cholera UNICEF
The peace accord illusion: Why Nigeria keeps preaching peace while violence persists TheCable
Japan Commits N20Billion To Rehabilitate Nigeria's National Grid, Apapa Substation Sahara Reporters
Nigeria okays N610bn road projects, concessions to spur private investment Business News Nigeria
Enough is enough: How Nigeria must rescue its football from administrative ruin TheCable
Nigeria on the Path of Economic Renewal — Chief F.E. Ojugbana Hails Tinubu Reforms, Dangote’s Industrial Revolution Vanguard News
NESG projects Nigeria's economy to grow 4.2% in 2026, cites improved performance in oil sector TheCable
37% of Nigerians lack electricity access in 2024, says NLNG The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigerian-Born Umemezie Named US National Youth Poet Laureate Voice of Nigeria
UN Warns $159m Funding Gap Could Leave Millions Of Nigerians Without Aid Arise News
Redefining Nigeria’s foreign policy The Guardian Nigeria News
2027 election spending puts Nigeria’s economy under threat – NESG Business News Nigeria
Nigeria hopes for solid sovereign AI ecosystem, as OADC, Analytics Intelligence seal cloud solutions deal Vanguard News
JUST IN: 83 Nigerians repatriated from South Africa arrive in Lagos TheCable
Senate Summons NFF, NSC Over Nigeria’s Dismal Football Record The Whistler Newspaper
TETFund Boss Urges Nigerians to Embrace Integrity Voice of Nigeria
Ban on Uber, Bolt at Nigerian airports trigger fare hike Business News Nigeria
Women’s empowerment project reaches 22,634 Nigerians in four months The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria’s First Lady Launches Food Bank Programme in Ogun Voice of Nigeria
Japan Commits N20bn To Expand Nigeria’s National Grid News Agency of Nigeria
Will Nigeria achieve 6,000mw power generation target? CNBC Africa
N20.4trn influx: Nigeria unveils cost, benefit breakdown of sweeping reforms Business News Nigeria
World Humanitarian Day: NEMA Urges Nigerians To Act For Humanity News Agency of Nigeria
Nigeria’s insecurity problem is no longer a crisis the government can contain TheCable
Subsidy removal saved N15.8tn for Nigeria in 30 months says Oyedele Business News Nigeria
FEC moves to decriminalise attempted suicide in Nigeria TheCable
2027: Presidential, National Assembly Campaigns Begin in Nigeria Voice of Nigeria
Nigeria, Kenya lose $286 million music revenue annually to copyright gaps: U.S. Peoples Gazette Nigeria
Senate Committee Backs Nigeria Immigration Service’s Centralised Passport Production To Boost Security And Curb Extortion NALTF
Oil, Manufacturing, Services To Lift Nigeria’s GDP To 4.2% – NESG The Whistler Newspaper
Let's continue to Act for Humanity This World Humanitarian Day 2026, we celebrate Nigeria's humanitarians responders, volunteers, and everyday citizens who show up when it matters most. Let's continue to Act for Humanity: check on a neighbour, share safet facebook.com
Petrol Subsidy Removal Saved Nigeria N15.8trn In 30 Months – Oyedele Channels Television
U.S. lawmaker opposes lifting Nigeria’s CPC status The Guardian Nigeria News
Reforms Saved Nigeria From Economic Crisis- Oyedele MarketForces Africa
Nigeria must reform agricultural extension to empower women, youth, underserved groups — UI don The Guardian Nigeria News
