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 French, following its revolution in 1790, gave humanity the enduring slogan “Liberty, Equality, Fraternity.” They are ideals worth dying for; but the same French turned out to be some of the most bestial colonialists for whom human life meant nothing. The French colonialists were so vicious that famous African psychiatrist Franz Fanon, who studied […] The post Zuleikha Al-Shayeb: Woman the French dropped from helicopter to her death, By Owei Lakemfa appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Pasuma gave the warning in a cease-and-desist letter he personally signed on Friday. The post Pasuma warns against unlawful use of intellectual property, threatens legal action appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Three suspects have been arrested by the police. The post Commercial driver murdered after being lured to fake wedding —- Police appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Special Adviser on Media and Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, says he fears that the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi might have more votes than Atiku Abubakar in the 2027 general elections. Bwala expressed this fear on Friday while responding to questions in an interview on Symfoni TV. He was speaking on the chances of Atiku, […] 2027: Peter Obi might have more votes than Atiku – Daniel Bwala
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AC Milan winger, Rafael Leao, has opened the door for a Premier League or LaLiga transfer by admitting he wants a ‘new challenge’. AC Milan are understood to be ready to consider offers for the Portugal international this summer. Speaking to SportTV, Leao said, “I want a new challenge out of Serie A. I follow […] Transfer: Rafael Leao hints at two preferred leagues for his next move
Sunshine Stars U-19 head coach, Nike Ayeni, has expressed his team’s readiness for the President Federation Cup Round of 16 clash against Barau FC. The Akure-based side will trade tackles with Barau FC at the Bwari Township Stadium, Abuja on Saturday. Ayeni said that the players are determined to give their all to achieve victory […] President Federation Cup: Sunshine Stars U-19 coach ready for battle against Barau FC
Manchester City legend, Yaya Toure, has agreed terms to become the new head coach of Slovan Bratislava. Sky Sports reports that Toure will bring former Celtic and Swansea coach Darren O’Dea to Slovakia as his assistant. The former Barcelona midfielder was previously the assistant coach of Saudi Arabia. The Ivorian won three Premier League titles […] Man City legend Yaya Toure lands new coaching job
Popular Nigerian businessman, Isaac Fayose, has vowed to return to Nigeria from Australia ahead of the June 20 governorship election in Ekiti State. Fayose, who has been away from the country following the unfortunate death of his wife, said Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s time is up. In a video posted on his Facebook page on Friday, Fayose claimed that […] Ekiti guber: ‘All die na die, I’m coming to Nigeria’ – Isaac Fayose dares Gov Oyebanji [VIDEO]
The naira continued to depreciate against the dollar at the official foreign exchange market on Friday, ending the week on a negative note. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria showed that the naira weakened further on Friday to N1,362.21 per dollar, down from N1,358.75 traded on Thursday. This means that, on a day-to-day basis, […] Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, June 5, 2026: Nigerian currency extends depreciation
Abia State State Police Command has nabbed a man identified as Stephen Njoku for allegedly defiling an 8-year-old child in Ebem Ohafia, Ohafia Local Government Area of Abia State. Njoku, who is about 50 years of age, was nabbed by the Ebem community youths and taken to the Police before being moved to the State […] Police apprehend man for allegedly defiling minor in Abia community
Abia Warriors FC Chairman, John Obuh, has outlined the club’s ambition for the future, DAILY POST reports. Obuh said their aim is to build a world-class club that competes at the highest level. He added that the club’s vision is centred on excellence and talent development. “Our Vision. Our Pride. The Future of Nigerian Football,” […] NPFL: Abia Warriors chief outlines future plans
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The Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPM) has re-elected its President and Chairman of the Governing Council, Mallam Ahmed Ladan Gobir, FCIPM, fnli, for another term, as the institute announced significant milestones in membership growth, digital transformation, and regulatory enforcement at its 57th Annual General Meeting (AGM). Mallam Gobir secured a total of […] CIPM unveils milestones in membership growth, digital innovation at 57th AGM
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By Benjamin Njoku The organizing committee of the African Indigenous Language Film Festival has announced a new theme for its third edition. “Threads of Culture: Weaving Inclusion Through Filmmaking” has been replaced with “Digital Bridges, Ancestral Voices: Reclaiming African Screens with Indigenous Tongues.” The committee said the change followed a strategic review of the festival’s […] The post AILFF 2026 unveils new theme to Shape the future of indigenous-language cinema appeared first on Vanguard News.
KingModel, the entertainment and talent development brand founded by creative entrepreneur King Daniel, has celebrated 17 years of promoting creativity, fashion, entertainment and youth empowerment in Nigeria. The post Lagos celebrates 17 years of KingModel appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Veteran actor Keppy Ekpenyong Bassey has recounted how he slipped into a diabetic coma for two days in 2022, following months of intense work pressure and poor self-care. The post I slipped into a diabetic coma for two days – Keppy Ekpenyong appeared first on Vanguard News.
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By Benjamin Njoku Last Friday evening, the best of Nigerian classical music filled the spacious La Scala Hall at the MUSON Centre, Onikan, Lagos, as the King Lemuel Recital Sponsors’ Concert held the audience spellbound with timeless pieces under the theme “Sound of Music.” But the night was more than transporting a discerning crowd into […] The post When King Lemuel Recital thrilled Lagos, unveiled major music initiatives appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Justice Rahman Oshodi of the Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos, on Friday convicted and sentenced Chukwuemeka Udezuka to 12 years imprisonment for stealing a total sum of N64.06 million from four victims under the guise of facilitating foreign exchange transactions. The post Court jails FX trader 12 Years for stealing N64m from Investors appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Ahmad Sorondinki in Kano As Nigeria approaches 2027, a false narrative is being pushed by some elements that political alliances across regions are “anti-North”. Specifically, they argue that the emerging partnership
As political activities ahead of the 2027 governorship election begin to gather momentum in Abia State, the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Kelechi Anosike, insists that his party
Femi Akintunde-Johnson Not long ago, a friend sent me a photograph of a pot of stew. Now, Nigerians send photographs of food all the time. Some do it to celebrate
.Directs FCCPC to liberalise airtime lending space to local fintechs, dismantle Optasia’s 12 year-monopoly .Move may unlock over N3 trillion in annual revenues James Emejo in Abuja The federal government has
Dike Onwuamaeze The Managing Director of Financial Derivatives Company (FDC), Bismarck Rewane, has projected that the proposed listing of the Dangote Refinery’s Initial Purchase Offer (IPO) will lift the market
Linus Aleke in Abuja The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has commenced the enforcement of regulations prohibiting the use of tinted vehicle glass and other traffic-related violations, impounding no fewer
Wale Igbintade Justice Deinde Dipeolu of the Federal High Court, Ikoyi, Lagos, yesterday reserved ruling until June 9, 2026, on the bail application filed by social media influencer, Okoro Blessing
Michael Olugbode in Abuja More than 1,000 Nigerians living in South Africa have applied for voluntary repatriation amid escalating xenophobic attacks and growing anti-immigrant sentiment, raising fresh concerns over the safety
Sunday Ehigiator The Director General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), Dr. Jide Idris, has said that while Nigeria is not fully prepared for a potential
Michael Olugbode in Abuja Nigeria and China have intensified efforts to strengthen bilateral cooperation in key sectors of the economy, including electricity, infrastructure and industrial development, following high-level talks between the
·Launches Reconciliation Process After Elections Sunday Aborisade in Abuja The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has dismissed allegations of irregularities and candidate imposition in its recently concluded presidential, governorship, National Assembly and
Chuks Okocha in Abuja Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called for an overhaul of Nigeria’s counterterrorism framework, saying the federal government’s current approach is failing to keep pace with evolving
The Group Chief Executive of FCMB Group, Mr. Ladi Balogun, has described the Ojude Oba Festival as a driver of cultural celebration and economic enterprise. Balogun noted this in his
Omolabake Fasogbon Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has announced that the Ojota–Opebi Link Bridge will be fully opened to the public before the end of the month, bringing relief to
James Sowole in Abeokuta Concerned by the growing wave of insecurity and the recent kidnapping incident in Oyo State, women and traditional worshippers from Orile-Ilawo Kingdom in Egbaland have embarked on
Alex Enumah in Abuja The Supreme Court has affirmed a death by hanging sentence handed down a convicted Delta-based kidnapper, Chelynor Halim. The apex court in a unanimous judgement affirmed the
Ferdinand Ekechukwu Scenes from the teaser will leave you wondering, considering the snippets that depict a familiar Nigerian festival. On a second look, you think it’s a reel from the
Wale Igbintade A Coroner’s Court sitting in Lagos has ordered the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) and the Lagos State DNA and Forensic Centre to produce critical reports that
Alex Enumah in Abuja The absence of Justice Peter Lifu of a Federal High Court, Abuja, yesterday stalled delivery of a judgement in a suit seeking the de-registration of the African
Wale Igbintade The federal government has intensified efforts to position Nigeria as a preferred destination for international commercial arbitration, unveiling plans to strengthen the country’s legal and institutional framework to
Sunday Ehigiator The family of Nigeria’s first military Head of State, Johnson Aguiyi-Ironsi, has paid tribute to the late Francis Fajuyi, describing his death as a “supreme and heroic sacrifice”
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South Africa has secured its first credit rating upgrade from Fitch Ratings in almost 21 years, with the agency on read more Africa’s biggest economy gets first Fitch rating upgrade in nearly 21 years
When Lagos steps into the spotlight, the world pays attention. On May 9, 2026, the Eko Hotel and Suites became read more Don Julio’s partnership with AMVCA elevate African film, culture
More than 1,000 Nigerians seek return from South Africa after attacks, Nigeria says Reuters
Nigeria To Repatriate Over 1,000 Nationals From South Africa As Tensions Rise Channels Television
FG screens 400 Nigerians for repatriation from S’Africa The Guardian Nigeria News
Grenada opens visa-free entry, eyes Nigerian investors Punch Newspapers
Oyo school kidnapping: Why Nigeria still dey struggle wit insecurity despite high security spending BBC
'We want our children back': Nigeria's kidnapping nightmare spreads south Reuters
Mass Abduction: Nigerian military highlights six steps to keep schools safe Premium Times Nigeria
One year after tariff hike, Nigeria’s telecoms sector records 91% decline in foreign investments TheCable
Foreign investment in Nigeria’s Telecom sector crashes 91% despite tariff hike The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria is getting capital, but not the kind that creates jobs Business News Nigeria
Nigeria’s First Female Professor of Mass Communication, Chinyere Okunna, Bags AMTY’s Lifetime Achievement Award THISDAYLIVE
Britain’s surrogacy demand is fuelling a fertility boom in Nigeria Business News Nigeria
NSC appoints Fatodu as president of Nigeria Aquatics Federation The Nation Newspaper
We played a good game against Nigeria – Poland coach Punch Newspapers
Why I didn’t celebrate goal against Nigeria – Poland star, Wiśniewski Daily Post Nigeria
Poland 2-2 Nigeria: Moffi, Onuachu on target as Super Eagles settle for draw in Warsaw Premium Times Nigeria
Weapons looted during Libya conflict ended up with terrorists in Nigeria – UN Daily Trust
Insecurity Has Become Commercial Venture In Nigeria --Ehilebo LEADERSHIP Newspapers
REPORT: Nigeria Among 5 African Countries Where Citizens Are Less Likely to Get Justice in Courts FIJ NG
How sustainable energy is unlocking women's economic leadership in rural Nigeria Welcome to the United Nations
Nigeria moves to repatriate 1,000 citizens from South Africa DW
When climate shocks reduce harvests, children pay the price: Evidence from Nigeria IFPRI
Nigeria begins screening over 1,000 nationals for repatriation from South Africa TheCable
Nigeria sentences four to death over Owo Catholic church attack which killed 41 BBC
Brutal and emboldened: how Nigeria’s bandit crisis spun out of control The Guardian
HFN sees new bill increasing Nigeria’s health financing options Business News Nigeria
Nigeria 2027: Six key races to watch The Africa Report
NCDC: Nigeria 59% Ready for Ebola, But Can Contain Outbreak THISDAYLIVE
Obi warns over Nigeria’s growing acceptance of insecurity, school kidnappings The Guardian Nigeria News
NCDC Intensifies Preparedness As Ebola Risk Remains High In Nigeria Channels Television
Israeli government to deepen collaboration with Nigerian on AI for job creation TheCable
Nigeria’s gas challenge is access, not reserves, says Ekpo The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria eyes top-five finish at Commonwealth Games The Guardian Nigeria News
90% of Nigerian children face online risks, advocates warn The Guardian Nigeria News
Buka tourism: Finding Nigeria’s hidden local food gems The Guardian Nigeria News
U.S. reaffirms commitment to Nigeria trade as Cascador deploys over $5m to entrepreneurs The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria Commits to Fighting Insecurity, Freeing Abductees Voice of Nigeria
Nigerian Government Seeks Peace, Unity Ahead of Democracy Day Voice of Nigeria
Omonfoman: Nigeria’s Power Sector Must Shift To State-Led Reform With Market Discipline Arise News
Nigeria ranks fifth among Africa’s best-performing countries in 2026 Business News Nigeria
The Empathy Deficit at the Heart of Nigeria’s Democracy Kogi Reports
Oyo kidnapping: Nigerian teachers protest abduction of schoolchildren and teachers as victims still dey captivity for ova two weeks BBC
Ebola: NCDC raises importation risk, says Nigeria remains case-free Premium Times Nigeria
Nigeria receives multiple funding offers from investors, lenders — Minister Premium Times Nigeria
Nigeria’s real energy challenge: The integration question TheCable
Over 1,000 Nigerians Seek Return Home As Xenophobic Attacks Escalate In South Africa Arise News
Tegbe, Chinese Envoy Move to Deepen Nigeria-China Cooperation on Power, Infrastructure THISDAYLIVE
Norway urges Nigerian businesses to swap diesel generators for solar power Punch Newspapers
Trapped between Nigeria’s failure and South Africa’s xenophobic violence TheNiche
Tanzania, Nigeria Seek Stronger Trade Ties Punch Newspapers
Nigeria posts Africa’s highest business activity growth despite rising inflation Business News Nigeria
World Environment Day: GIFSEP Launches Vote4Climate Campaign Voice of Nigeria
Nigeria’s manufacturing investment rises 17% in Q1 2026 Business News Nigeria
Nigeria Set To Repatriate Over 1000 Citizens From South Africa Amid Xenophobic Attacks Sahara Reporters
Nigerian factories spend N1.4trn on power in 2025 Business News Nigeria
VP Shettima assures restorating stability in Nigeria – FRCN HQ FRCN HQ
First Lady Advocates Collective Efforts to Protect Universe Voice of Nigeria
Xenophobia: Nigeria to Repatriate Over 1,000 Citizens From South Africa TVC News
Nigeria Police Deepens AI Push to Modernise Law Enforcement PRNigeria News
Nigeria’s bandits’ war of attrition The Nation Newspaper
Nigeria’s Coastal Areas Relatively Safe, Says CNS Abbas Channels Television
Presidential candidates 2027: Nigerian political parties and dia flagbearer for 2027 general elections BBC
Nigeria looks beyond enrollment as digital ID passes 130 million Biometric Update
Nigeria’s debt servicing costs exceed budget framework by N1.78trn in 9 months Business News Nigeria
More than half of Nigeria’s economy remains outside the tax net despite years of reforms, Moody’s says Business Insider Africa
FG Strengthens Partnership With Creative Industry To Build Safer Nigeria Independent Newspaper Nigeria
George Defends Tinubu’s Economic Reforms, Says Nigeria On ‘Long-Term Recovery Path’ Despite Hardship Arise News
Uzodimma urges Nigerian tech universities to lead AI, digital innovation revolution The Guardian Nigeria News
Eid El Kabir: Nigeria Military warn of possible attacks during Eid El Kabir BBC
National Plastic Summit Stakeholders Chart Africa’s Circular Future Voice of Nigeria
Nigeria Orders Assessment, Ranking of School Textbooks Voice of Nigeria
After cement and oil, Aliko Dangote takes on another industry Nigeria lost decades ago Business Insider Africa
Nigeria loses jobs, billions to 90% raw, semi-processed leather exports Business News Nigeria
Poland Score Late To Force Draw Against Nigeria In Friendly Match Channels Television
Moghalu rates Otti’s performance in Abia, identifies challenge in Nigeria’s governance system Premium Times Nigeria
