Latest reporting on Nigeria (place): 85 stories, most recently on 18 October 2026. Source-linked and updated as new reports are published.
This was even as Governor Mbah scrapped the N750 daily payment by tricycle operators in the state The post 2027: Keke riders endorse Mbah, Tinubu, as governor extends tricycle operation time to 10pm appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Africa · Premium Times · Latest (Nigeria) ·
The NSCDC Mining Marshals have denied involvement in a fatal operation in Minna, Niger State, stating the suspended state commandant had no authority to de Read More: https://punchng.com/niger-miners-deaths-nscdc-mining-marshals-deny-involvement-in-fatal-operation/
Africa · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
The union said Felix Onigbinde, who reportedly fell into a coma last week and was admitted to the Garki General Hospital, Abuja, before his death, was a dedicated and award winning photojournalist whose career reflected his commitment to the gathering and dissemination of information in the service…
Africa · Premium Times · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Akor Adams scored the winner for Venezia against Napoli, while Alex Iwobi ended Fulham’s winless start to the Premier League season with the decisive goal against Hull City.
Africa · Premium Times · Latest (Nigeria) ·
The Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Ghandi Olaoye, says trust, integrity, and accountability are essential for Nigeria’s sustainable economic growth and development. Read More: https://punchng.com/trust-key-to-nigerias-economic-growth-says-soun-of-ogbomoso/
Business & Economy · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Olayemi Cardoso has said Nigeria will pursue stronger cross-border payment arrangements with China during an upcoming visit to Beijing, as both countries seek to deepen financial cooperation and support bilateral trade and investment.
Business & Economy · Nairametrics · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Veteran Nollywood actor, Jide Kosoko, has defended President Bola Tinubu’s administration, saying things are not as bad as some Nigerians claim. Read More: https://punchng.com/things-arent-as-bad-as-people-say-jide-kosoko-defends-tinubu/
Africa · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
The European Union (EU) is set to provide €20 million in defence assistance to the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) under the European Peace Facility (EPF).
Business & Economy · Nairametrics · Latest (Nigeria) ·
The African Democratic Congress campaign council has described its candidate, Atiku Abubakar, as a true pan-Nigerian leader ahead of the 2027 election. Read More: https://punchng.com/why-atiku-is-a-pan-nigerian-leader-campaign-council/
Africa · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
The Oyo State Police Command has denied misconduct in a viral video, stating the man arrested in Ibadan was a suspected cultist apprehended by its operativ Read More: https://punchng.com/police-deny-misconduct-over-viral-video-of-suspect-arrested-in-oyo/
Africa · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
In April, PREMIUM TIMES reported that Nigeria had objected to the AU’s designation of Mr Sall as the bloc’s consensus candidate for the UN’s top job.
Africa · Premium Times · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Covenant University and development experts have called for increased research into food preservation and distribution to address Nigeria’s food crisis. Read More: https://punchng.com/covenant-varsity-experts-seek-solutions-to-nigerias-food-crisis/
Africa · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
The Federal Government has called for legally binding international rules governing autonomous weapons, warning that increasingly affordable military technologies could enable terrorist organisations to acquire sophisticated weapons and threaten international peace and security.
Business & Economy · Nairametrics · Latest (Nigeria) ·
NMH and NSPAWG said criminalisation can discourage people experiencing suicidal distress and their families from seeking timely support.
Health · Premium Times · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Nigeria and Vietnam have proposed new restrictions on compensation awarded to foreign investors in international disputes, seeking to limit speculative claims and prevent excessive financial liabilities for governments.
Business & Economy · Nairametrics · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Vice President Kashim Shettima has unveiled the Arewa for Asiwaju campaign head office in Abuja to support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid. Read More: https://punchng.com/shettima-unveils-arewa-for-asiwaju-campaign-office-in-abuja/
Africa · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
From a former Golden Eaglets goalkeeper representing Uganda to Nigerian-born players choosing Malawi, Sudan and Benin Republic, footballers with Nigerian connections are finding international opportunities elsewhere in Africa.
Africa · Premium Times · Latest (Nigeria) ·
The commission's Director of Technical Standards and Network Integrity, Edoyemi Ogoh, said the verification process would protect consumers from buying fake devices and help prevent substandard handsets from affecting network service quality for other users.
Africa · Premium Times · Latest (Nigeria) ·
A midwife, Halimat Jimoh, explains why bloating is common during pregnancy, how women can manage it safely and when symptoms may require urgent medical attention.
Health · Premium Times · Latest (Nigeria) ·
The Lagos Commodities and Futures Exchange (LCFE) is targeting more transparent petroleum pricing, stronger competition and improved investment decisions following its licensing to facilitate trading and clearing of petroleum liquids in Nigeria.
Business & Economy · Nairametrics · Latest (Nigeria) ·
The crisis began after Baffa Suleiman deposed to an affidavit claiming he—and not Zakari Alhaji-Sidi—won the primary election conducted on 25 May 2025.
Africa · Premium Times · Latest (Nigeria) ·
The MoU is legally non-binding, recognises the application of Nigerian law and permits either participant to discontinue cooperation under its terms. Implementation must remain within the country’s legal and institutional authority.
Health · Premium Times · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has warned residents against building on wetlands and drainage channels to prevent flooding and coastal erosion. Read More: https://punchng.com/sanwo-olu-warns-lagos-residents-against-building-on-wetlands/
Africa · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Harmony Chidi leads Nigeria’s charge in Morocco, but Zofia Burzan and Poland’s emerging talents stand between the Flamingos and a winning start to their FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup campaign The post Poland vs Nigeria: Five Players to watch as Flamingos begin World Cup campaign appeared first on…
Africa · Premium Times · Latest (Nigeria) ·