Cristiano Ronaldo weds long-time partner Georgina Rodríguez
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Mr Gusau said the federation recognised the disappointment caused to millions of Nigerians who passionately supported the team throughout the ongoing Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. The post NFF apologises to Tinubu, Nigerians over Super Falcons’ WAFCON setback appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Since its creation in 1991, Osun State has been governed by a succession of military administrators and elected civilian governors whose policies have shaped the state’s political, economic and social development. The post ANALYSIS: OsunDecides2026: Ex-governors, their remarkable feats, low moments appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The conference will primarily involve officers of the rank of Commissioner of Police and above, with discussions expected to develop practical measures for enhancing the Force's capacity before, during, and after the 2027 elections. The post 2027 Elections: Police, experts to address emerging security threats at Owerri conference appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The continent is on the move: there are more than 70 Internet exchange points across Africa; Internet penetration across the continent has grown from less than 10 per cent in 2010 to over 38 per cent today; and Africa hosts some of the world’s best technical leadership, within a thriving ecosystem rooted in civil society. […] The post Africa’s tech boom starts at home, By Sally Wentworth appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The airport authority said measures were being sustained to minimise disruption as aviation unions’ industrial action continued. The post Airport operations will continue amid aviation unions’ strike – FAAN appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
It is absolutely critical that the opportunity to build synergies and leverage capacity across the African world is forged towards as a future alternative to the exploitation, colonialism and brutal hegemony that is currently the global approach. The wider diaspora, coordinated with a continental focus of 54 countries, can become the engine for a future […] The post Afrilition: Why the African diaspora matters for attaining a future of excellence, By Adéwálé Àjàdí appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The victims were rescued after troops engaged suspected kidnappers in a gun battle along the Ajaokuta-Itobe Road. The post Army rescues nine more kidnap victims in Kogi appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
This clandestine manoeuvre was attributed to the potential threat of an Iranian attack on the US leader. The post Trump secretly switched planes in Turkey over Iranian threat – Report appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The Anglican Diocese of Jos said the principal suspect had been dismissed by the church in 2022 The post Jos bishop disowns ex-employee implicated in alleged plot to kidnap his wife, another appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
“It can be widely accepted, and there is empirical evidence to support the fact that an economy cannot grow to a $1 trillion mark without the support of the financial services sector,” Mr Alabi said. The post CIBN urges banks to deploy fresh capital to MSMEs as Nigeria targets $1 trillion economy appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The senator walked back his threat on Tuesday following a backlash amid calls for his arrest. The post Osun’s APC senator seen in viral video issuing death threat to Accord Party members appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The governor made the call while inaugurating the Alake and Paramount Ruler of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo, as the new Chairman of the Ogun State Council of Obas at the Obas’ Complex, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta The post Abiodun to Ogun Monarchs: Mobilise subjects for peaceful, responsible 2027 polls appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
President Bola Tinubu has approved a new investment framework aimed at unlocking up to $50 billion in deep offshore oil and gas investments and reviving major projects that have remained stalled for years. The post Tinubu approves framework to unlock $50bn deep offshore investment appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Mr Etete said no evidence supports the claim that Mr Abacha died during sex. The post Former petroleum minister Dan Etete says Abacha didn’t die during sex appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Regional Chairman of the Church of Christ in Nations, COCIN, in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo, has reacted to comments made by Islamic cleric, Sheikh Sani Yahaya Jingir that Nigeria is a Muslim country. The controversial Islamic scholar, who made the remarks during a programme in Kano State over the […] Nigeria not a Muslim country – Rev Dachomo counters Sheikh Jingir
Panathinaikos have celebrated Cyriel Dessers’ match-winning strike against CSKA Sofia, DAILY POST reports. Dessers came off the bench to score the decisive goal as Panathinaikos defeated their hosts 2-1 in the second leg of their UEFA Europa Conference League third qualifying round tie. The Nigeria international, who was introduced five minutes after the hour mark, […] UECL: Panathinaikos salute match-winner Dessers after CSKA Sofia victory
The International Police Organization has warned that artificial intelligence is enabling 55 per cent of reported cybercrimes across Africa, making attacks faster and increasingly difficult to detect. The INTERPOL’s African Cyberthreat Assessment Report 2026 highlights the evolution of cyber-criminality from isolated incidents into an industrialized, borderless ecosystem. The newly released 40-page report draws on survey […] AI enables over half of cybercrime in Africa – Interpol
Former Manchester United player, Quinton Fortune has warned Barcelona manager, Hansi Flick about the challenges posed by José Mourinho in the upcoming 2026–27 season. The Portuguese coach is preparing for his first season with Los Blancos, having been appointed by the club this summer. Fortune discussed this year’s El Clásico encounters between Barcelona and Real […] LaLiga: ‘It’s done, you’re finished’ – Ex-Man United star, Quinton Fortune warns Flick over Mourinho
Nigerians have called on the Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, to immediately arrest Senator Fadahunsi, who represents Osun East Senatorial District, over an alleged threat against members of the Accord Party ahead of Saturday’s governorship election in the state. A video circulating on social media purportedly showed the All Progressives Congress, APC, lawmaker addressing party […] Osun election: IGP told to immediately arrest APC Senator over controversial remark
A female kidnap victim, identified as Mrs Paulina Alfred, was on Tuesday rescued by troops of Sector 3 of Operation Enduring Peace, OPEP, after her abductors reportedly abandoned her following intense pressure from the troops. According to counter-insurgency expert, Zagazola Makama, the 47-year-old woman, who was kidnapped from her residence in Dong Village, Jos North […] OPEP troops rescue kidnap victim abandoned by abductors in Plateau
Niger State’s push to develop its solid minerals sector faces a major setback as insecurity keeps legitimate miners away from some mineral-rich areas, while illegal operators are increasingly digging around homes and other residential areas in search of gold. Miners say kidnappings in mining areas have forced companies to suspend exploration and spend millions of […] Communities endangered as insecurity, illegal mining threaten Niger’s solid mineral sector
Adamawa State Governor, Umaru Fintiri, has relaxed the curfew imposed on Mubi Local Government Area as part of efforts to restore normal activities and support businesses in the area. The new curfew arrangement takes effect immediately. Vehicular movement, including tricycles and electric bicycles, will now be restricted between 9:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. daily, while […] Fintiri relaxes Mubi curfew, warns criminals, troublemakers
The spokesman of the City Boys Movement, Bashir Ahmad, has again mocked Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, ahead of the governorship election in Osun State. In a post on his verified X handle, Ahmad asked the singer to wait for US President Donald Trump to deploy troops to help his uncle win […] Osun election: Wait for Trump to help your uncle win – Bashir Ahmad mocks Davido
Osun State Police Command has summoned Senator Francis Fadahunsi, representing Osun East Senatorial District, over his alleged threat to kill members of the Accord Party ahead of Saturday’s governorship election. Fadahunsi came under criticism after a viral video showed him allegedly directing supporters of the All Progressives Congress, APC, to “kill” members of the rival […] Police summon APC senator, Fadahunsi over alleged threat to ‘eliminate Accord members’
South Africa defender Karabo Dhlamini has said it is important for Banyana Banyana to beat the Super Falcons of Nigeria, DAILY POST reports. Desiree Ellis’ side will face Nigeria in a play-in clash to earn a place in the inter-confederation play-offs following their failure to secure automatic qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup. […] 2026 WWC Playoffs: Dhlamini rallies Banyana for Super Falcons battle
President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerians to protect the unity of the country, saying no differences or disagreement should be allowed to destroy the nation. Tinubu, represented by Deputy President of the Senate, Barau Jibrin, spoke on Tuesday at an event in Abuja. The President said dialogue was important in keeping Nigeria united, while assuring that his […] President Tinubu demands national coexistence amid rising tensions
Isaac Fayose, younger brother of former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose, says the All Progressives Congress, APC, should be disqualified from participating in the forthcoming Osun State governorship election. Speaking in a video posted on his verified Facebook page, Fayose was reacting to an open threat made by a serving APC senator, Francis Fadahunsi, in […] Osun election: Why APC should be disqualified – Fayose
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has raised the alarm over more than 5,000 fibre-optic cable cuts recorded across the country in the first six months of 2026, largely due to road construction, excavation and other civil works. The NCC urged road construction companies, contractors, engineers and other stakeholders to strengthen coordination and adopt preventive measures […] NCC decries over 5,000 fibre cuts in six months, urges protection during road construction
Senator Francis Fadahunsi has denied claims that he incited violence ahead of the Osun State governorship election, insisting that a viral video circulating on social media misrepresented his comments. The Osun East senator said portions of his speech were deliberately edited to create a false impression of what he actually said during a political gathering. […] Osun election: ‘I was misrepresented’ – Fadahunsi claims amid knocks over violence comment
Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has blasted President Bola Tinubu over his silence on a comment made by Islamic cleric, Sheikh Sani Yahaya Jingir. According to Ayodele, Jingir should be jailed. Speaking in a video posted on social media, Primate Ayodele warned that Nigerian Christians could be in trouble if such […] 2027: Nigerian Christians in trouble, Sheikh Jingir should be jailed – Primate Ayodele
Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Atiku Abubakar, has expressed concern over the alleged planned use of outdated Bimodal Voter Accreditation System, BVAS, devices during Saturday’s governorship election in Osun State. In a statement issued by his media office, Atiku said the challenges recorded during the August 1, 2026, mock accreditation exercise in […] Osun election: Atiku raises concern over alleged plan to use outdated BVAS
The National Human Rights Commission, NHRC, has called for the arrest and prosecution of Islamic cleric, Sheikh Yahaya Jingir over remarks widely condemned as divisive and inflammatory. The call followed comments made by the cleric at an event in Kano, where he defended the Muslim-Muslim ticket ahead of the 2027 elections and reportedly urged Muslims […] NHRC demands action against Sheikh Jingir over alleged hate speech
The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar, has called on Christians and Muslims in Nigeria to stop insulting one another, saying mutual respect is necessary for peaceful coexistence. The Sultan spoke on Tuesday in Abuja during an event. “We must be honest with ourselves that Christians can stop insulting Muslims. Muslims can stop insulting Christians. And that’s […] Stop insulting one another – Sultan to Christians, Muslims
Kebbi State Government has confirmed the killing of 10 police officers and other victims in a terrorist attack along the Rafin Makuku axis of Sakaba Local Government Area of the state, describing the incident as most unfortunate. The Governor of the state, Nasir Idris, confirmed the incident and described the tragic loss of the officers […] Kebbi govt confirms killing of 10 police officers during gun battle with terrorists
By Godwin Oritse The Seme Border Command of the Nigeria Customs Service, NCS, has intercepted explosive materials, expired noodles, narcotics, foreign rice, cigarettes and other prohibited items in a major crackdown on smuggling and cross-border criminal activities. Disclosing this to stakeholders at the border yesterday, Controller of the Command, Comptroller Abdullahi Kaila, said intelligence-led operations and […] The post Customs intercept explosives, expired noodles, narcotics at Seme Border appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo KADUNA — Islamic cleric and leader of the Izala Scholars Council, Sheikh Sani Yahaya Jingir, has said he has no regret over his recent declaration of support for a Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket, despite criticisms trailing the statement. Jingir, who spoke in an interview with BBC Hausa monitored by our correspondent on Wednesday, […] The post I’ve no regret over my statement, they started it, we suffered — Jingir appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Elizabeth Adegbesan eTranzact International Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, MSMEs, through digital payment solutions, as it deepens its partnership with the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria, SMEDAN, to promote financial inclusion. The commitment was made at the SMEDAN/eTranzact Town Hall Engagement, themed, “Financial Literacy and […] The post eTranzact partners SMEDAN to expand digital access for SMEs appeared first on Vanguard News.
OSOGBO — The Osun State Police Command has summoned Senator Francis Fadahunsi, representing Osun East Senatorial District, over his alleged comment directing supporters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to “kill” members of the rival Accord Party during the state governorship election. The summons followed the circulation of a video on social media in which […] The post Osun Police summon APC senator, Fadahunsi over ‘kill Accord’ comment appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau Chief The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, yesterday opened applications for the second cohort of its Regulatory Sandbox Programme, introducing dedicated tracks for virtual assets and data-enabled financial services. Applications open today and close August 31, 2026, with the programme providing a controlled environment for innovators to test new financial products, […] The post CBN opens second sandbox for virtual assets, data-driven finance appeared first on Vanguard News.
By By Obas Esiedesa The Federal Government has backed the establishment of a regional petrol pricing benchmark for West Africa, saying the initiative will strengthen energy security, deepen cross-border trade and enable the region to determine the value of its refined petroleum products. The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, stated this yesterday […] The post FG backs regional petrol pricing benchmark for West Africa appeared first on Vanguard News.
ABUJA — The Nigeria Police Force has warned political parties, candidates, supporters and other stakeholders against violence, intimidation and thuggery ahead of the Osun State governorship election scheduled for Saturday, August 15, 2026. The Force, in a statement issued yesterday by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Ani Iniedu, on behalf of the Inspector-General of […] The post Police warn against electoral violence, ban non-state security outfits in Osun appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Kafayat Kokumo Importers using the Apapa and Tin Can Island ports are facing mounting financial losses as difficulties in returning empty containers continue to attract avoidable demurrage and detention charges, the Africa Association of Professional Freight Forwarders and Logistics of Nigeria (APFFLON) has said. In a statement made available to Vanguard, APFFLON National President, Otunba […] The post Importers incur excessive demurrage over empty container return delays – APFFLON appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Udeme Akpan The latest disagreement between President Donald Trump and Iran over the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz has pushed up oil prices by 5 per cent to $87 per barrel from $83 per barrel in the global market. This was even as Bank of America (BofA) warned that oil prices could continue […] The post US-Iran crisis pushes oil to $87, Nigeria gains $22/barrel appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Udeme Akpan The latest disagreement between President Donald Trump and Iran over the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz has pushed up oil prices by 5 per cent to $87 per barrel from $83 per barrel in the global market. This was even as Bank of America (BofA) warned that oil prices could continue […] The post US-Iran crisis pushes oil to $87, Nigeria gains $22/barrel appeared first on Vanguard News.
Nigeria’s capital importation rose by 256.9 per cent year-on-year (YoY) to $2.82 billion in April 2026 from $0.79 billion in the corresponding period of 2025, indicating increased investor confidence in the economy, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has said. However, capital importation declined by 26.7 per cent month-on-month (MoM) from $3.85 billion in March […] The post Nigeria’s capital importation rises 256.9% to $2.82bn appeared first on Vanguard News.
The naira remained broadly stable against the United States dollar on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, with the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) rate trading around the mid-₦1,360 band while the parallel market hovered in the low-₦1,400 range. The post Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, August 12, 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.
Human rights lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, has urged the United States, United Kingdom and Canada to impose sanctions on Senator Francis Fadaunsi over his alleged threat against members of the Accord Party ahead of the Osun State governorship election. The post Osun election: Adeyanju writes US, UK to sanction Fadaunsi over alleged threat appeared first on Vanguard News.
Portugal and football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has married his long-time partner, Georgina Rodriguez, in a private civil ceremony The post Ronaldo marries long-time partner Georgina Rodriguez in Portugal appeared first on Vanguard News.
In concluding my piece here two weeks ago on the Osun State governorship election that is scheduled to hold on Saturday this week, I had suggested that Governor Ademola Nurudeen Jackson Adeleke had successfully skirted around the political landmine represented by the federal might that could have been deployed against him to threaten his chances in […] The post A fight to the finish in Osun, by Rotimi Fasan appeared first on Vanguard News.
It happened within 90 seconds and six sets of gutter guards were gone. The gutter guards covered the drainage directly in front of the twin-duplex and also served as a bridge to aid entrance. Without the CCTV, the property owners would have been left wondering how it happened. The post Infrastructure terrorism: How scavengers wreak havoc on public facilities appeared first on Vanguard News.
Obi said elections should be conducted as peaceful exercises through which citizens freely choose their leaders without intimidation or coercion. The post Retract your ‘harmful’ statement, apologise to Osun people — Obi tells Fadahunsi appeared first on Vanguard News.
National Human Rights Commission, NHRC, Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, PFN, the Vice Presidential Candidate of Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC,... The post 2027 polls: NHRC, CAN, PFN, Kwankwaso knock Sheikh Jingir appeared first on Vanguard News.
Gov. Nasir Idris disclosed this during a visit by a team sent to Kebbi by the Inspector General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan-Disu. The post Terror attack: Kebbi govt to support families of 10 slain Police officers appeared first on Vanguard News.
FRONTLINE candidates in Saturday’s governorship election in Osun, yesterday, talked tough about their chances of winning the poll and unveiled what they would do for the state, if elected. The post OSUN DECIDES: Candidates talk tough, unveil plans for state appeared first on Vanguard News.
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The recent outing by the Chairman of Nigeria Revenue Service, Mr. Zacch Adedeji, on Sunday Politics, was a blanket verdict on the characters of persons in the President Bola Tinubu
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State in this interview speaks about his chances in the coming Saturday, August 15, 2026 gubernatorial poll in the state and the development his administration
Four years after a coalition of Peoples Democratic Party chieftains helped propel him to power, Governor Ademola Adeleke is watching that same coalition crumble with just 72 hours to the
• Gov: I fixed roads neglected for 45 years, recruited over 1,500 Amotekun staff •APC’s Oyebamiji pledges to revamp agriculture, education, health •ADC candidate to restore Awolowo’s legacy, provide 20,000
• Order grants $3-$4.50/bbl standard tax credit, plus $1/bbl for future leases •Incentives available to greenfield projects reaching FID by 2029 •Tax credits aimed at accelerating investments in oil sector
Michael Olugbode in Abuja The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye, has said the 2026 Nigeria Diaspora Investment Economic Conference (NIDEC), scheduled to hold in Toronto, Canada,
Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr. Peter Obi has dismissed as false a report attributing to him a statement that Nigerian soldiers should reject any salary increase
Olawale Ajimotokan in Abuja President Bola Tinubu has reinforced commitment to national unity, peaceful coexistence and religious harmony as fundamental to Nigeria’s prosperity and stability across Africa. Minister of Information
Yemi Kosoko in Jos A Plateau State High Court, has ruled that State High Courts possessed the constitutional authority to try terrorism and terrorism‑related offences under the Terrorism (Prevention and
Yinka Kolawole in Osogbo The Senator representing Osun East Senatorial District and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Industries, Francis Adenigba Fadahunsi, has debunked a viral video circulating on social
Kuni Tyessi in Abuja The Government of the Republic of Gambia, has announced plans to undertake a study tour of Nigeria’s foremost intervention agency, the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund).
Alex Enumah in Abuja The All Democratic Alliance (ADA), has threatened to initiate contempt of court proceedings against the chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof Joash Amupitan,
Linus Aleke in Abuja The President of the Alumni Association of the National Institute (AANI), Ambassador Emmanuel Obi Okafor, has called for a secure, stable and enabling environment to unlock
Sunday Ehigiator President of GLOBE Legislators International and former member of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Sam Onuigbo, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for honouring Nigeria’s first military
Adedayo Akinwale in Abuja Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar and the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, have called on all religious faithful in
Linus Aleke in Abuja The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the loss of 10 police personnel during an encounter with heavily armed terrorists along the Rafin Makuku axis of Sakaba
• Says facility facing challenges in securing local supplies Peter Uzoho Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has clarified its position following reports referencing data released by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum
Chuks Okocha in Abuja Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has raised concern over the alleged use of outdated Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) in the
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Funmi Ogundare in Lagos and Fidelis David in Ondo United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), yesterday warned that children without birth registration could face difficulties accessing education, healthcare and social protection,
Tony Icheku in Owerri The women of Mgbara Community of Ohaji/Egbema Local Government Area of Imo State has taken to the streets in protest against what they described as lack
Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has again identified the absence of justice, equity and fairness as the three pillars responsible for Nigeria’s tottering democracy. The Bayelsa governor also
Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja The Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN) has launched its National Housing Fund (NHF) Diaspora Mortgage Loan in London, opening a secure and institutional pathway for
Ayodeji Ake Nigeria has recorded 237 deaths from Lassa fever in the first 30 epidemiological weeks of 2026, with the disease continuing to spread across 23 states and 116 Local
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ICYMI: Nigeria was near collapse, says colonel accused of coup plot against Tinubu Punch Newspapers
EU denies rejecting INEC invitation to observe Nigeria’s general elections Premium Times Nigeria
FG, USDA Partner To Strengthen Nigeria’s Fisheries, Aquatic Value Chain Channels Television
Nigeria’s high debt service draining social infrastructure spending, AfDB warns The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things you need to know Wednesday morning Daily Post Nigeria
Nigeria’s capital importation rises 256.9% to $2.82bn vanguardngr.com
NMDPRA: Nigeria plans to refine all crude locally by 2030 TheCable
Nigeria leads West Africa push to price its own fuel as Dangote refinery weakens decades-long reliance on foreign markets Business Insider Africa
NNPCL reduces fuel pump price after DAILY POST report Daily Post Nigeria
Nigeria marries 1,500 couples in mass wedding dw.com
Africa CRVS Day 2026: Nigeria Accelerates Efforts to Ensure Every Child Has a Legal Identity UNICEF
‘Nigeria Loses 600,000 People Annually over Administration of Medical Oxygen’ thisdaylive.com
NIGERIA–UNITED STATES DEFENCE TIES STRENGTHENED AS MINISTRY HOSTS FORMER AFRICOM COMMANDER, GENERAL WILLIAM E. WARD defence.gov.ng
Davido call on Trump: Nigerian singer Davido cry out to Trump, international community ova Osun State govnorship election BBC
Nigeria eliminated as Cameroon, Malawi reach WAFCON semis and World Cup Al Jazeera
‘Discover Nigeria’ must become more than another government platform Business News Nigeria
Breaking cycle of violence, division and crime in Nigeria The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria strengthens health financing capacity for universal coverage afro.who.int
UNESCO Calls for Digital Transformation of Nigeria’s TVET Voice of Nigeria
Call for Proposals: Nigeria PachiPanda Challenge 2026 fundsforNGOs
W’Cup qualifiers: Nigeria target victory against Rwanda Punch Newspapers
Nigeria Needs Unity Now More Than Ever – Information Minister Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation
Nigeria vs Cameroon highlights: Cameroon beat Super Falcons for Wafcon second round match BBC
How digital spaces are shaping Nigeria’s democracy beyond ballot The Guardian Nigeria News
Women's World Cup 2027: Nigeria 'still have hope' after Wafcon 2026 exit BBC
Nigeria’s refining boom creates 2.77b-litre monthly W’Africa fuel opportunity The Guardian Nigeria News
Obasanjo, Jonathan, others seek overhaul of Nigeria’s democracy, governance structure The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria partners Botswana to access Southern African market The Guardian Nigeria News
Gas turbine boom may boost Nigeria’s exports, undermine local supply The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria’s PPP model adopted for $3.1b AfCFTA modernisation project The Guardian Nigeria News
Seme Customs seizes truckload of expired noodles, explosives smuggled into Nigeria The Guardian Nigeria News
Unlocking Nigeria’s Economic Potential Independent Newspaper Nigeria
ECOWAS tasks Nigeria on credible data to tackle emerging drug-use trends The Guardian Nigeria News
‘How Nigeria can turn trade tensions into growth’ The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria Seeks Local Cloud Capacity to Cut Data Costs Punch Newspapers
$14b technical skills gap threatens Nigeria’s FDI inflow, EuroCham warns The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria has stabilised its economy, now comes the harder part Business News Nigeria
New experience centre to give Nigerians access to new devices The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria Lacks Fiscal Transparency, Fails To Properly Disclose Revenues, Expenditures –US Sahara Reporters
EXPLAINER: How Nigeria can reach women’s World Cup through playoffs TheCable
Nigerian president approves framework to unlock $50B deep offshore investment Anadolu Ajansı
NANS urges extension of NELFUND to Nigerian students abroad The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria, UK Deepen Military Partnership on Intelligence, Technology, Training PRNigeria News
Joint Security Operation Rescues 16 Kidnap Victims in Kogi Voice of Nigeria
UK offers military base, air defence support to strengthen ties with Nigeria Punch Newspapers
Industrial action by Nigerian aviation unions grounds domestic flights, stranding passengers Anadolu Ajansı
Widower who lost wife and 6 children in attack remarries in Nigerian mass wedding for 1,500 couples AP News
Diri, Obi call for justice, equity to strengthen Nigeria’s democracy Realnews Magazine
Church urges Nigerians to reject vote-buying, elect leaders based on competence, character The Guardian Nigeria News
Business Summit Group: Nigeria can attract over $100bn through investment-ready projects TheCable
Government determined to keep Nigeria united – Tinubu Punch Newspapers
UNESCO, FG, NBTE Seek Human-Centred Digital Transformation of Nigeria’s Technical, Vocational Education, Training System thisdaylive.com
Nigeria’s solar boom runs on imports it can’t afford to cut Business News Nigeria
CIBN urges banks to deploy fresh capital to MSMEs as Nigeria targets $1 trillion economy Premium Times Nigeria
Nigeria's EV ambitions run into reality of weak electricity supply Reuters
Nigeria partners with USDA to unlock blue economy potential Business News Nigeria
US-Iran crisis pushes oil to $87, Nigeria gains $22/barrel vanguardngr.com
Ten police and 17 ‘bandits’ killed in firefight in northwestern Nigeria Al Jazeera
From Capability to Command: Investing in Women's Leadership in the Nigeria Police Force undp.org
Sultan, Yilwatda Lead Call for Religious Tolerance, Unity to Build Greater Nigeria thisdaylive.com
What Nigeria's budget reveals about why transparency reforms often fail in emerging democracies TheCable
Pay to track: Nigerians forced to fund police investigations despite billions on surveillance The ICIR
Nigeria left 706,418 tertiary admission spaces unfilled in 2025, says report The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria’s democracy needs review – Jonathan, Obasanjo Daily Trust
TMDK Group celebrates 25th anniversary, vows to continue building Nigeria’s Energy, agro-industrial future Premium Times Nigeria
MTN Nigeria, WWF/NCF, UNDP, Deloitte Launch 2026 Nigeria PachiPanda Challenge thisdaylive.com
In Historic Milestone, AfCFTA Adopts Nigeria’s PPP Model for $3.1bn Customs Modernisation Drive thisdaylive.com
Nigeria’s aviation industry loses estimated N2b as unions disrupt airline operations The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria rewrites deepwater rules in race to lure fresh $50bn oil capital Business News Nigeria
Morocco 2026 African Women’s Cup of Nations: Nigeria, South Africa look for positives in World Cup ticket clash The Guardian Nigeria News
Nigeria’s Democracy in Crisis, laments Peter Obi The Guardian Nigeria News
Babcock University, PMI Nigeria Partner to Boost Students’ Global Employability thisdaylive.com
In Kaduna, TMDK Group is strengthening Nigeria’s energy, food security Premium Times Nigeria
Tinubu: My government is determined to secure, unite Nigerians TheCable
After a deadly raid, a displaced Nigerian mother finds a lifeline in sewing Al Jazeera
Nigeria announces rescue of 308 kidnapped citizens Al Jazeera
How to apply for Nigerian Army 2027 Short Service recruitment Punch Newspapers
Nigeria, West African regulators forge unified energy market to escape global price shocks Business News Nigeria
Nigeria’s Security Claims Collide With New Wave of Priest Murder and Church Attacks Truth Nigeria
Works Minister Urges Citizens to Demand Ministerial Accountability Voice of Nigeria
What are Nigerian family values? The Guardian Nigeria News
Ireland-based Nigerian man who claimed mistaken identity deported to Nigeria gazettengr.com
Creative Industry: Nigeria's Next Oil, Says Lai Mohammed Punch Newspapers
FG Strengthens Global Partnerships To Accelerate Cancer Control In Nigeria TVC News
Nigeria needs unity now more than ever – Information Minister The Guardian Nigeria News