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Word of the Year 2024

Nigeria, Dec. 5 -- I was watching the evening news on Monday night when two presenters used a word at different times that jolted me. I've heard and seen that word used often, especially by millennial... Read More


Violating a Restraining Order in Nigeria: Consequences and Implications

Nigeria, Dec. 5 -- Violating a restraining order in Nigeria can have severe consequences. Here are some possible effects: Violating a restraining order is considered contempt of court, punishable und... Read More


Bauchi Governor Calls on Northern Traditional Rulers to Boost Healthcare Delivery

Nigeria, Dec. 5 -- Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has urged traditional rulers from the 19 Northern states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to develop strategies that will enhance healt... Read More


CAF Award: Nnadozie Makes Final Shortlist for Player and Goalkeeper of the Year

Nigeria, Dec. 5 -- Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, who also plays for Paris FC in France, has been shortlisted for the 2024 CAF Women's Best Player of the Year award, as well as for the Be... Read More


UN Seeks $47 Billion in 2025 Aid as Global Crises Worsen

Nigeria, Dec. 5 -- The UN has requested $47 billion in humanitarian aid to help the roughly 190 million people in 32 countries who will be impacted by violence and famine in 2025. This appeal comes a... Read More


Nigerian Army 3 Division Rewards Soldiers with Electric Motorcycles for Outstanding Service in Jos

Nigeria, Dec. 5 -- As part of efforts to recognize and reward exceptional service, the Nigerian Army's 3 Division has presented electric motorcycles to outstanding soldiers. The ceremony took place o... Read More


Dele Farotimi's Arrest: A Reminder Of Nigeria's Struggle With Free Speech

Nigeria, Dec. 5 -- In a country that prides itself on being a democracy, the arrest and detention of human rights lawyer and activist Dele Farotimi send a chilling message about the state of free spee... Read More


JUST IN: Take-It-Back Movement Declares December 10 Protests Over Dele Farotimi's Remand

Nigeria, Dec. 5 -- The Take-It-Back Movement announced nationwide and global protests on December 10, 2024, against the Nigerian judiciary following the remand of human rights lawyer Dele Farotimi. F... Read More


JUST IN: Four Federal Lawmakers Dump Labour Party For APC

Nigeria, Dec. 5 -- Four members of the Labour Party in the House of Representatives have defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The four LP candidates that defected on the floor of t... Read More


753 Abuja Duplexes: "Corruption Don Tie Wrapper"

Nigeria, Dec. 5 -- When the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) announced its largest-ever seizure of assets, a sprawling housing estate with over 753 luxurious properties in Abuja, it sen... Read More