50 m. ago Charred bodies, shattered lives after gunmen kill 100 in Nigeria

The gunmen attacked after dark and chased farmer Fidelis Adidi away from the central Nigerian village of Yelwata. The next read more Charred bodies, shattered lives after gunmen kill 100 in Nigeria

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72 m. ago Over 90% of Nigerians face legal problems, most unresolved — Report

Tribune Online Over 90% of Nigerians face legal problems, most unresolved — Report land disputes and domestic violence emerged as the most widespread and persistent legal problems affecting Over 90% of Nigerians face legal problems, most unresolved — Report Tribune Online

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1 hour ago NPA issues directives to shipping lines, terminals on Apapa port congestion

The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has directed shipping lines and APM Terminals Apapa to implement a set of urgent measures read more NPA issues directives to shipping lines, terminals on Apapa port congestion

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2 h. ago ‘Gospel Music Not My Calling, I Was Made To Impact The World Differently’ – Ric Hassani

Nigerian singer Ric Hassani has weighed in on the ongoing conversation about gospel artistes crossing over into secular music, saying the move is often driven by a search for purpose rather than financial gain. In a recent interview with Hip TV, shared on YouTube on Monday, Hassani explained that many gospel musicians make the switch […] The post ‘Gospel Music Not My Calling, I Was Made To Impact The World Differently’ – Ric Hassani appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Bishop Strickland joins Pope in condemning Benue massacre of 200 Christians

… Says Nigerian government, world powers insensitive to the killings Some 200 people, most of them Christians, were brutally massacred read more Bishop Strickland joins Pope in condemning Benue massacre of 200 Christians

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4 h. ago CFBP Announce 10 Weeks Christian Values, Public Policy Certificates Courses Program

  The Centre for Faith-Based Policy (CFBP) has launch its second 10 weeks intensive certificate program tagged: Christian Values and Public Policy: Writing, Analysis, and Advocacy with young Nigerian Christian professionals from all around the world into an hybrid. This program debuted last year with a first cohort, now Alumni, of 23 exceptional christian youths […]

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5 h. ago Why Access, Zenith, First Bank may pause dividend payment till 2028 — Report

Access Holdings Plc, Zenith Bank Plc, and First Bank Holdings may suspend dividend payments until 2028, as Nigeria’s top banks read more Why Access, Zenith, First Bank may pause dividend payment till 2028 — Report

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5 h. ago Banking Stocks Plummet On CBN’s Directive To Suspend Dividends, Bonuses

Following the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) directive suspending dividend payments, bonus disbursements, and offshore investments for banks under regulatory forbearance, the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Banking index yesterday declined by 3.98 per cent. This is as investor sentiment weakened amid concerns over earnings retention and capital constraints within the banking sector. While the benchmark index […]

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5 h. ago Nigerians don’t hate Tinubu, only hardship, insecurity – Yul Edochie

By John Ogunsemore Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie said Nigerians do not hate President Bola Tinubu but only want him to address hardship and insecurity in the country. Edochie, a staunch Tinubu supporter, stated this in a Facebook post on Monday. The Tinubu presidency has come under intense pressure in the last few days to address […] The post Nigerians don’t hate Tinubu, only hardship, insecurity – Yul Edochie appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Nigerian Scholar, Fayemiro advocates inclusive policy through NGO partnerships

Tribune Online Nigerian Scholar, Fayemiro advocates inclusive policy through NGO partnerships Public policies are often shaped in offices far removed from the realities of ordinary Nigerians. But for Omowonuola Fayemiro, bridging this gap between policymakers and the people is at the centre of her research. Findings by this news medium revealed her work explores how Nigerian NGOs — often the closest link to the grassroots — […] Nigerian Scholar, Fayemiro advocates inclusive policy through NGO partnerships Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Over 60% of TVET graduates now employed or running businesses — FG

Tribune Online Over 60% of TVET graduates now employed or running businesses — FG According to him, the NPRGS is a key government initiative designed to accelerate national development by lifting 100 million Nigerians out of poverty within a decade. Over 60% of TVET graduates now employed or running businesses — FG Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Smartcash, Leadway Team Up To Simplify Motor Insurance With USSD, App

Smartcash Payment Service Bank (PSB), a subsidiary of Airtel Nigeria, has partnered with Leadway Assurance to launch a seamless, mobile-based motor insurance service, a move to revolutionise insurance accessibility across Nigeria. This collaboration enables Nigerians to purchase or renew insurance plans directly from their phones using the Smartcash app, eliminating the need for physical paperwork […]

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7 h. ago Denmark commits €57.7m to provide scholarships to Africans, including Nigerians

The Danish government has committed 430 million kroner (approx. €57.7 million) to a scholarship programme targeted at 230 Africans yearly, read more Denmark commits €57.7m to provide scholarships to Africans, including Nigerians

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9 h. ago Truckers suspend operations at Lekki Port, Dangote Refinery over N12,500 E

•Thousands of cargoes stranded By Steve Agbota Operations at the $19.5 billion Dangote Petrochemicals Refinery and the $1.5 billion Lekki Deep Seaport have been temporarily halted following a suspension of loading activities by truckers and petroleum tanker drivers. The move, led by the Nigerian Association of Road Transport Owners (NARTO) and the Petroleum Tanker Drivers […] The post Truckers suspend operations at Lekki Port, Dangote Refinery over N12,500 E-call-up fee appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago The promise and pain of a floating naira:Floating naira lures British schools to Nigerian shores

Two years after Nigeria let its currency float, the economic fallout is reshaping the education landscape. As foreign schooling slips read more The promise and pain of a floating naira:Floating naira lures British schools to Nigerian shores

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11 h. ago Group to train 50m Nigerians on emergency response, partners Lagos govt

Help Buddy Emergency Response Solution has disclosed that it plan to train over 50 million Nigerians over the next five read more Group to train 50m Nigerians on emergency response, partners Lagos govt

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15 h. ago Air Peace agrees to honour FCCPC summon over flight refund complaints

Air Peace, one of Nigeria’s leading airlines, has agreed to appear before the country’s consumer protection agency after numerous passengers read more Air Peace agrees to honour FCCPC summon over flight refund complaints

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16 h. ago Ijaw elders hail petroleum minister, NNPCL new boss for curbing oil theft

… But call for inclusive development Ijaw elders say oil theft has reduced drastically, given the credit to the Ministry read more Ijaw elders hail petroleum minister, NNPCL new boss for curbing oil theft

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17 h. ago Benue killings direct challenge to authority of Nigeria state – NANS

By John Ogunsemore The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) said the continuous targeting of defenceless citizens is a gross violation of the nation’s collective humanity and a direct challenge to the authority of the Nigerian state. President of the body, Comrade Olushola Oladoja stated this in a Monday statement signed by his Chief Press […] The post Benue killings direct challenge to authority of Nigeria state – NANS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago ‘I Am Terribly Sad, Angry’, Singer 2Baba Decries Benue Killings, Says It’s National Emergency

Nigerian music icon and Benue State government adviser, Innocent Ujah Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has decried the continued killings in Benue State, describing the crisis as a “national emergency” that requires immediate, united action. In an emotional video message shared on his social media platforms on Monday, the Afrobeats legend expressed his sorrow, frustration, […]

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