Tag: Nigeria
Economic Patriotism: The Abdul Samad and Aliko Dangote example
Last week at The Aso Villa, the seat of the Presidency in Abuja, Abdul Samad Rabiu, did not just show…
Nigerian court jails 12 Filipinos for cyber-terrorism, internet fraud
The Filipinos were arraigned on Friday by the Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC,…
Why politicians are moving massively to APC – Tinubu
At the APC Renewed Hope Agenda Summit, held at the State House Conference Centre on Thursday, Tinubu addressed party leaders,…
Nigeria’s future depends on strong, stable, progressive APC – Ganduje
Ganduje made the assertion while speaking at the APC National Summit, held at the Presidential Villa’s Banquet Hall, with the…
U-20 AFCON: Smith’s header fires S/Africa past Nigeria into final
A well-taken header by Tylon Smith in the 66th minute proved decisive in a fiercely contested match between two of…
Lassa fever claims 138 lives in 5 months across 18 states – NCDC
The report disclosed that the NCDC had activated a multi-partner, multi-sectoral Incident Management System and deployed 10 Rapid Response Teams…
0% Fees on All P2P Trades: Local Traders Offers the Best Deal for Nigerian Crypto Enthusiasts
Local Traders is committed to providing users with a seamless trading experience, and that starts with zero transaction fees. This…
EU pledges €300m new projects in Northwest, Northeast
Atiku Bagudu, Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, lauded the EU for the additional support of 300m euros dedicated for…
FG has not commenced extradition process against Simon Ekpa – AGF
Simon Ekpa, a Nigerian-Finnish citizen and prominent leader of the IPOB was arrested in November 2024 by the Finnish authorities…
IMF confirms Nigeria’s full repayment of US$3.4bn loan
IMF said the loan has been repaid as of April 30, 2025 in a statement issued in Abuja, Nigeria's capital…
Nigeria loses N1.3bn to tomato ebola in three states – Minister
By Felicia Imohimi Sen. Abubakar Kyari, Minister of Agriculture and Food Security said Nigeria has so far lost more than…
U-20 AFCON: Flying Eagles battle Morocco to goalless draw
The Flying Eagles controlled proceedings in the first half but managed only one shot on target.
SDGs: Nigeria validates 2025 VNR Report, launches Progress Report, Inclusive Data Plan
The Nigeria SDGs Progress Report 2024, unveiled at the workshop, provides a detailed goal-by-goal analysis of achievements and setbacks, while…
Nigerian App-based drivers threaten to dump Uber, Bolt
The union leader expressed dismay over alleged prioritisation of profits by Uber, Bolt, inDrive and Lagride at the expense of…
Simon Ekpa will be tried in Nigeria for supporting Kanu, DSS witness reveals
The DSS operative who testified at the court presided over by Justice James Omotosho is one of officers of the…
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Russia willing to share counter-terrorism strategies with Nigeria
The Russian Government has expressed its willingness to share with Nigeria the new strategies it has developed to support the…
Nigeria condoles with Iran over deadly explosion
The explosion occurred at Shahid Rajaee Port in southern Iran, near the Strait of Hormuz, on Saturday.
Democracy strong and alive in Nigeria
By Bayo Onanuga We have read the alarming claims of disgruntled opposition figures, some partisan human rights crusaders and emergency…
FG to reduce inflation, create more jobs – Edun
The minister also said that President Bola Tinubu’s reform agenda were working and the results were commendable.
UK deports 43 convicted criminals, failed asylum seekers, others to Nigeria, Ghana
The report indicated that the deportation operation followed the Organised Immigration Crime Summit, where the UK convened over 40 countries,…
Nigeria’s Flamingos play goalless draw with Algeria to qualify for World Cup
In spite of the wintry conditions in Blida on the outskirts of the Algerian capital, Algiers, the Nigerian girls dug…
Nigeria’s tribunal affirms $220m fine against WhatsApp/Facebook
The tribunal awarded the sum of $220 million against Meta Platforms Incorporated and WhatsApp LLC, as an administrative penalty, and…
State Police critical to tackling insecurity in Nigeria – Edo Senator
Senator Imasuen argued that, with the vast size of Nigeria and the limitations of the national police force, state and…
Tinubu’s economic reforms will ensure equitable, sustainable development – Edun
Edun said this during the ongoing International Monetary Fund (IMF)-World Bank 2025 Spring Meetings in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday.
U.S. tariff policies ‘ll bolster China-Nigeria economic ties – Envoy
The Chinese Ambassador emphasised that the U.S. tariff controversy had the potential to engender mutual cooperation between the Nigeria and…
IPI Nigeria appoints Idris, Garba Shehu, others to committees
The appointments were announced in a statement issued by IPI’s Secretary, Mr Ahmed Shekarau on Sunday in Abuja.
Tinubu pledges to complete critical road projects nationwide
The President described the Abuja-Kaduna-Zaria-Kano Road project as a vital link between the South and North, and the government is…
Nigerians suffering from mismanagement of resources – Obasanjo
According to the former President, while Nigeria is abundantly blessed, the people of the country are suffering from the mismanagement…
Tuggar responds to U.S on alleged threats to 2 Nigerian Bishops
By Ayorinde Oluokun/Abuja Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Yusuf Tuggar has responded to a recent social media post by…
Nigeria’s gas export dips after attacks on Oando pipeline in Bayelsa
Oando PLC confirmed that the facility, the Ogboinbiri-Obiobi 24-inch Gas Pipeline between Angiama and Angiamagbene in Southern Ijaw Local Government…