NIGERIA Archives

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar speaking at a press conference.

News Politics

Atiku and NDC Criticize Government’s 30-Day Petrol Discount Plan

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and the Nigeria Democratic Congress express doubts about the effectiveness of the government’s petrol discount.

Business News

Stanbic IBTC Encourages Nigerians to Boost Retirement Savings with Voluntary Contributions

Stanbic IBTC urges Nigerians to enhance their retirement plans by making voluntary pension contributions.

Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, during a visit with government officials.

News

Olubadan Praises Federal Government’s Skills Program as Key to Reducing Poverty

The Olubadan of Ibadanland commends a federal initiative aimed at empowering youth through vocational training.

Business News

Experts Call for Private Ownership to Revive Nigeria’s Refineries

Chemical engineers urge the government to privatize refineries for better efficiency.

Business News

PalmPay Focuses on Security in Nigeria’s Growing Digital Payment Landscape

PalmPay emphasizes the need for consumer protection as digital payments rise in Nigeria.

Professor Idowu Akanbi Sobowale, a prominent communication scholar and educator.

News

Nigerian Communication Scholar Professor Sobowale Passes Away at 85

The academic and media communities mourn the loss of Professor Idowu Akanbi Sobowale, a pioneer in journalism education.

Alhaji Rasaki Oladejo, newly appointed member of the NSCIA Board of Trustees.

News

NSCIA Appoints MUSWEN President Oladejo to Board of Trustees

Alhaji Rasaki Oladejo has been named a member of the Board of Trustees of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs.

Children studying in a traditional Qur'anic school setting.

Issues News

Challenges Facing Qur’anic Schools in Nigeria and the Need for Reform

The decline in Qur’anic school attendance highlights the need for educational reform in Nigeria.

Celebration of Nigeria's Independence Day and democracy.

News Politics

Nigeria Marks 27 Years of Democracy Amid Calls for Improvement

As Nigeria celebrates 27 years of uninterrupted democracy, citizens express concerns over governance and social issues.

Nigerian political rally with supporters and banners.

News Politics

Nigerian Political Parties Gear Up for 2027 Elections Amid Voter Doubts

As political parties shift alliances and build support, many Nigerians remain uncertain about voting.

Ehiozuwa Johnson Agbonayinma speaking at a press conference.

News Politics

Agbonayinma Denies Tinubu’s Involvement in Petition Against Atiku

Former lawmaker Ehiozuwa Johnson Agbonayinma says his petition to reopen corruption charges against Atiku Abubakar is personal and not linked to President Tinubu.

Pensioners celebrating the implementation of pension increases.

News

Pensioners Praise NSITF for Implementing Supreme Court Ruling on Payments

Pensioners commend NSITF management for addressing long-standing pension issues after years of legal battles.

Construction site in Kebbi State, Nigeria

News

Attack on Kebbi Construction Site Leaves Three Dead, Two Injured

Gunmen attack a construction site in Kebbi State, killing an expatriate and two security personnel.

Deji Adeyanju congratulating Abdulfatai Seriki on his birthday.

News

Deji Adeyanju Celebrates Abdulfatai Seriki’s 53rd Birthday and His Contributions

Human rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju praises Ambassador Abdulfatai Seriki for his impact on Nigeria’s development.

Security personnel conducting a rescue operation in Imo State.

News

20 Abducted Corps Members Rescued in Imo State After Security Operation

Twenty members of the National Youth Service Corps and one other person have been freed after being kidnapped in Imo State.

Jonny Baxter with Chevening scholars at the British High Commission in Nigeria.

News

UK Government Praises Lloyd’s Register for Supporting Nigerian Chevening Scholars

The British High Commission commends Lloyd’s Register for its role in the Chevening Scholarship Programme.

A group of Islamic clerics at a conference discussing national issues.

News Politics

Northern Clerics Urge President Tinubu to Abandon 2027 Election Bid Amid Security Concerns

Over 1,000 Islamic clerics in northern Nigeria call on President Tinubu to drop his re-election plans due to rising violence and economic hardships.

President Bola Tinubu paying tribute to Chief Ralph Obioha.

News Politics

President Tinubu Mourns the Death of Chief Ralph Obioha, Pro-Democracy Leader

President Bola Tinubu expresses sorrow over the passing of Chief Ralph Obioha, honoring his contributions to Nigeria’s democracy.

NDLEA building with a flag at half-mast in remembrance of the crash victims.

News

NDLEA Offers Condolences to Nigerian Air Force After Ondo Plane Crash

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency expresses sympathy for the lives lost in a recent air crash.

President Bola Tinubu speaking at a public event.

News Politics

Presidency Defends Tinubu’s Economic Reforms Against Criticism

The Nigerian presidency responds to The Economist’s assessment of President Tinubu’s administration.