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Nigerian govt adopts unified protocols to protect livestock genetic resources

Nigeria, May 8 -- The federal government has validated a set of harmonised national protocols to strengthen the conservation, characterisation, and monitoring of Nigeria's Animal Genetic Resources (An... Read More


At press freedom event, attention focusses on attacks by state governors, officials

Nigeria, May 8 -- Amnesty International Country Director Isa Sanusi said on Thursday that the public focus must shift toward state governments concerning press freedom in Nigeria. "We focus more on t... Read More


Two soldiers killed, commanding officer injured in Borno attack

Nigeria, May 8 -- Suspected fighters of Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) have reportedly hit a military base in Magumeri Local Government Area of Borno State, killing two soldiers and injuri... Read More


Flying Eagles, Golden Eaglets get new coaches as NFF reshuffles youth teams

Nigeria, May 8 -- The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has appointed experienced domestic tactician Abdu Maikaba and youth development specialist Eboboritse Uwejamomere as head coaches of the country... Read More


N80.2bn Fraud Trial: Witness tells court how ex-Governor Yahaya Bello's nephew paid for Abuja property

Nigeria, May 8 -- A prosecution witness, Shehu Bello, on Thursday told the Federal High Court in Abuja that Ali Bello, the Chief of Staff to Kogi State Governor Usman Ododo, made several cash payments... Read More


Senate increases, passes FCT 2026 budget

Nigeria, May 8 -- The Senate on Thursday passed the 2026 budget of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), authorising the expenditure of N2.3 trillion for the year. The upper chamber in... Read More


Zamfara IED explosion kills six, injures eight

Nigeria, May 8 -- At least six persons have been killed and eight injured when a commercial car exploded on the Bagega - Anka road in Zamfara State on Thursday. Six passengers in the car died instant... Read More


NFF celebrates CAF approval to restart A-License coaching courses

Nigeria, May 8 -- The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has readmitted Nigeria to its prestigious CAF A Coaching Convention, ending a nearly decade-long wait. This will officially reopen the pa... Read More


Why I write on decolonisation, By Toyin Falola

Nigeria, May 8 -- It is with pleasure that I lecture on decolonisation at The Toyin Falola Masterclass on 5 May. I am excited that over a thousand students and teachers registered for the event. It wi... Read More


Crystal Palace coach speaks on 'rift' with Super Eagles midfielder Christantus Uche

Nigeria, May 8 -- Oliver Glasner has broken his silence on the growing tension between himself and Nigerian midfielder Christantus Uche after the player publicly suggested the Crystal Palace manager n... Read More