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The Louvre Museum in Paris has been temporarily closed following a daring and highly coordinated daylight robbery that saw thieves make off with eight pieces of priceless 19th-century French crown jewels.

The Nigerian Exchange Ltd. (NGX) recorded a positive week with its All-Share Index rising by 1.35 percent to close at 148,977.64 points.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has restrained Mr Omoyele Sowore, publisher of Sahara Reporters, and others from staging protests in designated areas of Abuja, including Aso Rock Villa, on Monday.

The Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide Forum of State Presidents has condemned the Federal Government for excluding the Southeast from Nigeria’s gas pipeline infrastructure.

Tomato traders in Lagos have raised concerns over rising prices, blaming supply challenges, poor storage facilities, high transportation costs, and insecurity for the recent surge.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has issued an official notice for the upcoming Anambra governorship election, scheduled to take place on November 8, 2025.

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has appointed Nigeria’s former Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, to lead its Election Observation Mission to Côte d’Ivoire.

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, is set to host the 2025 International Climate Change Summit, with a key focus on the blue economy and strategies to enhance coastal resilience across Africa.

The Nigerian federal government has dismissed reports suggesting that the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) is no longer required for admission into tertiary institutions in Nigeria, calling the claims false and misleading.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has confirmed the death of a dispatch rider in a tragic accident involving a moving train at the PWD Railway Level Crossing in Ikeja on Tuesday.

The debate on the bill to repeal the Electoral Act 2022 and enact the Electoral Bill 2025 was indefinitely suspended on Thursday, with lawmakers asking for time to consult on the matter. 

The FCT Administration, on Thursday, removed  11 duplexes that were built under high tension and water channels in Garba Duba Street, Dutse District of the Federal Capital City, close to the popular Cedarcrest hospital.

The Senate has confirmed Professor Joash Amupitan as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission.

Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri has formally resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), confirming long‑standing rumors that he will cross over to the All Progressives Congress (APC). 

The Nigerian government has approved implementation frameworks for a ₦4 trillion government‑backed bond to settle verified arrears owed to power generation companies (GenCos) and gas suppliers, clearing a long‑standing bottleneck hindering electricity sector investments.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appeared Wednesday in a Tel Aviv district court to continue his corruption trial after a month-long break, local media report. 

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has issued a seven-day ultimatum to the federal government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) to resolve their ongoing dispute and end the nationwide university strike that began on Monday.

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has called for stronger strategic partnerships to unlock value, drive sustainability, and deepen commercialization in the country’s downstream petroleum sector.

President Bola Tinubu has formally requested the Nigerian Senate to confirm the appointment of Prof. Joash Amupitan as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

Governor of Enugu State, Peter Mbah has defended his decision to quit the Peoples' Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Nigeria’s next general elections could take place in November 2026, six months earlier than usual, under a new proposal by the National Assembly to overhaul the country’s electoral laws.

Enugu State is bracing for a major political shift as Governor Peter Mbah and key aides prepare to formally join the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Tuesday.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced the postponement of its 103rd National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting, originally scheduled to hold on Wednesday, October 15.

Hamas on Monday handed over the last batch of 20 surviving hostages to Israel, marking a major step towards ending two years of devastating war in Gaza. The move came as US President Donald Trump, who helped broker the truce, described it as “a great day.”

The Nigerian Army has confirmed that one of its personnel, Lance Corporal Akenleye Femi, serving with the 221 Battalion, Wawa Cantonment in Niger State murdered his wife before taking his own life in their apartment on Friday.

U.S. President Donald Trump arrived in Israel on Monday morning to celebrate the U.S.-brokered ceasefire and hostage deal between Israel and Hamas, an agreement he said had “effectively ended the war” and paved the way for lasting peace in the Middle East.

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) commenced a two-week warning strike on Monday, October 13, following the expiration of its 14-day ultimatum issued to the Federal Government on September 28.

New data from analytics firm Statisense has revealed that almost three in every ten Nigerians granted presidential pardon by President Bola Tinubu were convicted for drug-related crimes, raising questions about the criteria guiding the clemency process.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s recent presidential pardon, describing it as reckless and damaging to Nigeria’s justice system.

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a 52-year-old businessman for attempting to smuggle 127 wraps of cocaine through the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA), Kano.

Nigeria’s crude oil and condensate production dropped to an average of 1.581 million barrels per day (bpd) in September 2025, according to new figures from the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC).

The Super Eagles have safely arrived in Uyo, Akwa Ibom, ahead of their decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Benin Republic on Tuesday, following a mid-air scare that delayed their travel.

CoolWazobiaInfoArewaKids (CWIAK) FM brought its 2025 Customer Service Week to a colorful and exciting close, celebrating a week filled with joy, teamwork, and appreciation.

The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has declared that the South-East's quest for the Nigerian presidency should be put on hold until after 2027, urging the zone to support President Bola Tinubu for a second term.

The Lagos State government has demolished seventeen houses built on the Right of Way of the Ikota River.

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has reopened its student loan verification portal for a final 48-hour window to allow tertiary institutions yet to complete their verification exercise to do so.

The Vice Chairman of Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) in Kano State, Aminu Tudunwada, says people with disabilities are valuable contributors to society and not a burden.

Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, says the country’s mining reforms aim to make Nigeria a global player in the solid minerals industry.

Nigeria’s Super Eagles revived their World Cup qualification hopes on Friday after a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Lesotho in Polokwane.

Former Minister of Education, Dr Obiageli Ezekwesili, has called on the Nigerian Senate to end all forms of hostility and silent punishment against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central, following her reinstatement after a six-month suspension.

The federal government has launched a National Digital Trustmark to enhance trust and transparency in Nigeria’s e-commerce sector.

The 2025 Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to Maria Corina Machado “for her tireless work promoting democratic rights for the people of Venezuela and for her struggle to achieve a just and peaceful transition from dictatorship to democracy,” the Nobel Committee said.

A coalition of civil society organisations has called on the Federal Government of Nigeria to intervene and secure the release of Michael Vitalis Nnorom, a Nigerian national allegedly detained by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) after participating in the Global Sumud Flotilla — a humanitarian mission to deliver aid to Gaza.

Members of the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU), Bayero University Kano (BUK) branch, have staged a peaceful protest over what they described as the Federal Government’s persistent neglect of their welfare and contractual agreements.

Nigerian lawyer, author, and political activist Dele Farotimi has called for a national recommitment to the rule of law and citizen-driven accountability as solutions to Nigeria’s worsening governance crisis.

The Obidient Movement has congratulated Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan (SAN) on his appointment as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

Prominent activist Omoyele Sowore has announced plans to lead a protest under the hashtag #FreeNNAMDIKANUNow on October 20 in Abuja, calling for the release of Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). 

The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has arrested 12 individuals in connection with the deadly robbery that claimed the life of Arise TV anchor Somtochukwu “Sommie” Maduagwu.

Former Nigerian High Commissioner to the UK and noted media leader, Christopher Kolade, has passed away at age 92.

The National Council of State has unanimously approved the appointment of Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan (SAN) as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), according to presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga.

President Bola Tinubu is presiding over the Council of State meeting in Abuja today.

US President Donald Trump has announced that Israel and Hamas have signed the first phase of Washington’s peace plan aimed at ending the war in Gaza.

Barely three weeks after the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, ordered developers of River Park Estate in Lugbe to discontinue development, the FCT Department of Development Control on Wednesday returned to the site to find the developers still erecting structures.

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has launched a sensitization campaign in Lagos ahead of the 2026 full rollout of Computer-Based Testing (CBT) for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).

The CoolWazobiaInfoArewaKids group of radio stations is continuing its welcoming of media agencies to its offices as it marks the 2025 Customer Service Week.

Newly elected senators, Joseph Ikpea and Emmanuel Nwachukwu, were sworn in as substantive lawmakers on Wednesday.

Nigeria’s under-20s will meet Argentina in the Round of 16 on Wednesday after qualifying as one of the best third-placed teams of the group stage of the FIFA Under-20 World Cup.

 Prof. Mahmmood Yakubu has said that his decision to bow out of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) was to pave way for the appointment of a new chairman.

President Bola Tinubu has accepted the resignation of Uche Nnaji, Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, following allegations of certificate forgery.

Leading figures across business, civil society, religion, and academia released a Joint Statement on the Dangote Refinery Dispute on October 6, urging sustained dialogue and laying out key principles as the refinery continues to navigate labour, regulatory, and market tensions.

The Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Geoffrey Uche Nnaji, has resigned from President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet following allegations of certificate forgery.

Professor Mahmood Yakubu has handed over to May Agbamuche as the Acting National Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

Filling stations and gas plants belonging to independent and major marketers selling Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), popularly known as cooking gas, have shut down operations in Kano due to the scarcity of the product.

A 69-year-old Nigerian solo biker, global adventurer, and humanitarian, Ibijuwon Sofekun, popularly known as Firekiss, has embarked on a 99-day cross-continental motorcycle journey across 40 countries in Europe and Africa to raise awareness about the mental health of the boy child.

Seventeen passengers kidnapped by gunmen along the Calabar–Oron waterway have regained their freedom after spending 12 days in captivity.

The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has condemned recent remarks by Senator Adams Oshiomhole on national television, describing them as a distortion of labour laws and an attack on workers’ rights.

The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has called on the federal government to create at least 27 million formal jobs by 2030 — an average of 4.5 million jobs annually — to prevent unemployment from worsening as Nigeria’s working-age population expands to 168 million within the decade.

Nigeria has begun one of its largest-ever vaccination campaigns, targeting 106 million children against measles, rubella, and polio, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).

CoolWazobiaInfoArewaKids FM radio group kicked off the 2025 Customer Service Week on Monday with a celebration of staff.

The Kano State government has approved ₦397,665,367.01 for the general rehabilitation of Government Secondary School (GSS) Rimi, located in Sumaila Local Government Area.

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecast widespread rain and thunderstorms across the country from Monday to Wednesday, warning residents in flood-prone areas to take precautions.

As organizations across the world mark Customer Service Week, CoolWazobiaInfoArewaKids has rolled out a vibrant lineup of activities celebrating the people behind its success, its staff and clients. 

Imisi has been crowned the winner of Big Brother Naija Season 10 (10/10) in a dramatic and emotional grand finale held on Sunday night.

Team Brazil has made history by winning its first-ever E1 race at the Lagos GP, marking a breakthrough moment in the all-electric raceboat championship’s first-ever African event.

United Kingdom Tory leader Kemi Badenoch has launched a sweeping new immigration strategy centered on the creation of a “Removals Force” modelled after the United States’ ICE agency.

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has smashed two major cocaine cartels responsible for six UK-bound shipments and arrested their suspected kingpin, Alhaji Hammed Taofeek Ode, alongside five others, in a string of intelligence-led operations across Lagos spanning three weeks.

Lagos made history on Saturday as the world’s first all-electric raceboat championship — the E1 Grand Prix — held its first-ever African qualifying session on the scenic Lagos Lagoon.

The Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee has launched the Excellence in Tax Reform Reporting Award, a new initiative designed to recognise journalists and digital influencers who provide balanced, accurate, and impactful coverage of Nigeria’s ongoing tax reforms.

Nigerian equities closed the week on a bullish note, with investors pocketing ₦1.175 trillion in gains despite a shortened four-day trading window due to the Independence Day holiday.

When the final whistle blew at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea had done the unthinkable: a 95th-minute winner from teenager Estêvão Willian sent the home crowd into a frenzy, sealing a 2-1 win over Liverpool.

Israel has scaled back some of its military operations in Gaza after U.S. President Donald Trump ordered an immediate halt to airstrikes, saying Hamas must be allowed to release the remaining Israeli hostages.

Hamas says it has accepted a peace proposal put forward by US President Donald Trump, agreeing to release all Israeli hostages, both living and dead, as part of the deal.

This weekend, the waters of Lagos Lagoon will transform into a high-speed racetrack, serving as the aquatic stage for the inaugural E1 Lagos GP, Africa’s first electric powerboat race.

The chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele, has moved to clarify widespread misconceptions about Nigeria’s new tax laws, assuring citizens that the reforms are not designed to punish anyone but to make the system fairer and more efficient.

​​​​​​​United States Senator Ted Cruz has introduced a bill seeking sanctions against Nigerian officials accused of enabling attacks on Christians.

Israeli naval forces have seized the Marinette, the last remaining operational vessel of the Global Sumud Flotilla, and detained its crew of six activists.

​​​​​​​Nigeria on Friday defeated Saudi Arabia 3-2 in a Group F match at the FIFA U20 World Cup in Talca, Chile.

Lagos is hosting the E1 GP, the first African leg of the all-electric powerboat racing series on October 4 and 5.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a 100-kilometre stretch of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway to pass through Edo State, expanding the project’s alignment to include the state for the first time.

FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has flagged off the installation of streetlights and surveillance devices on Abuja roads and streets.

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has confirmed more than 10 deaths, 24 passengers rescued, and at least 42 still missing after a boat capsized on the River Niger in Kogi State.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured Nigerians that “the worst is over” for the country’s economy, insisting that his administration’s tough reforms are beginning to yield results.

The Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, used Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary to deliver a scathing critique of the current administration, while urging citizens not to give up hope in the country’s potential.

As Nigeria celebrates its 65th Independence Anniversary, the Lagos State Government has restated its commitment to inclusive governance, social protection, and uplifting the vulnerable in society.

The federal government has successfully mediated a settlement between the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) and Dangote Refinery, prompting the union to suspend its nationwide strike and averting what many feared could become a major crisis for Nigeria’s energy sector. 

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of three new heads of federal agencies, in a move aimed at strengthening institutions across key sectors of the Nigerian economy.

Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have urged the Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, to intensify efforts in promoting the state’s cultural heritage and developing untapped tourism opportunities.

The Kano State government has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to sack the Commissioner of Police in the state, accusing him of sabotaging Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day celebration in Kano.

The Lagos State House of Assembly has joined Nigerians across the country to celebrate the nation’s 65th Independence Anniversary, commending President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for his passion and dedication to building a better Nigeria.

The Kogi State government has expressed deep sorrow over the death of at least 26 passengers who lost their lives in a boat mishap on the River Niger.

Fellow Nigerians, Today marks the 65th anniversary of our great nation's Independence. As we reflect on the significance of this day and our journey of nationhood since October 1, 1960, when our founding fathers accepted the instruments of self-government from colonial rule, let us remember their sacrifice, devotion, and grand dream of a strong, prosperous, and united Nigeria that will lead Africa and be the beacon of light to the rest of the world.

Following the closure of the federal government’s visa amnesty programme, the Nigeria Immigration Service has announced the commencement of nationwide enforcement against foreigners who have overstayed their visas or violated immigration conditions.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will deliver a nationwide address on Wednesday at 7 a.m. to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day, the presidency announced on Tuesday. 

The Rule of Law and Accountability Centre (RULAC) says Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary should be a time for sober reflection, not just celebration.

President Bola Tinubu has directed security agencies to investigate the killing of Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, a news anchor and producer with Arise Television.

YouTube and parent company Alphabet have agreed to pay $24.5 million to settle a lawsuit filed by former President Donald Trump over the suspension of his account following the January 6, 2021 U.S. Capitol attack.

The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, says Nigeria is on the right track under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, noting that the government's economic and political reforms are beginning to yield positive results.

The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) and Dangote Refinery's conciliation talks with the federal government resumed at 2 p.m. Tuesday following Monday’s deadlock.

Justice Mohammed Umar of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has fixed October 27, 2025, for the arraignment of human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore.

The Lagos State government has reopened the Ogudu-Ifako Bridge, bringing relief to commuters after completing major repair works ahead of schedule.

China has endorsed the U.S. peace plan aimed at ending the Gaza war, urging both Israel and Palestine to accept the proposal and move toward a comprehensive ceasefire.

The Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) says industrial action by the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has slashed electricity generation by more than 1,100 megawatts (MW), heightening pressure on the national grid.

The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has announced that its online ticketing platform for the Abuja–Kaduna Train Service (AKTS) is now active, ahead of the resumption of operations on October 1.

North Korea has reaffirmed that it will never relinquish its nuclear arsenal, describing it as a core element of its sovereignty and survival.

Efforts by the federal government to resolve the industrial dispute between the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) and Dangote Refinery ended in a deadlock late Monday, prolonging the nationwide strike.

Nigeria’s Flying Eagles began their campaign at the 24th FIFA Under-20 World Cup in Chile with a 0-1 loss to Norway on Monday.

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has opened an investigation into the killing of Arise News anchor, Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, who was shot dead during a robbery at her Katampe residence in Abuja in the early hours of Monday.

Zamfara State governor Dauda Lawal has called for a binding commitment among the 19 northern states to unite on security and economic matters, stressing that “a safe North is a bankable North.”

The Minister of Works, David Umahi, led opposition politicians, civil society representatives, and journalists on an inspection of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project, addressing controversies surrounding land ownership and investment claims by Wing Homes.

The United States has rolled out a 20-point plan it says could end the ongoing war in Gaza.

Nigeria has recorded a historic milestone at the Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) World Championships in Georgia, marking its first-ever appearance and first victory on the global stage.

Nigeria’s chances of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have improved after FIFA sanctioned South Africa for fielding an ineligible player.

FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has declared his support for the incumbent chairman of the Abuja Municipal Area Council, Christopher Maikalangu, who is seeking re-election, ahead of the February 2026 FCT Area Council election.

The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, October 1, 2025, a public holiday to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary.

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has given the Federal Government a 14-day ultimatum to resolve long-standing issues affecting Nigeria’s public universities.

The Nigerian Railway Corporation has announced that the Abuja–Kaduna passenger train service will resume this week. 

A Federal High Court in Abuja has restrained Professor Pat Utomi and his associates from going ahead with their plan to establish a shadow government or cabinet in the country.

German airline group Lufthansa announced on Monday that it will eliminate 4,000 administrative positions by 2030 as part of a major restructuring aimed at boosting efficiency through automation and digitalisation. 

The Federal Government has dismissed reports suggesting terrorists in Nigeria are waging a campaign of genocide against Christians.

After unconvincing results in the last international window in September, the Super Eagles of Nigeria have fallen further down the pecking order globally in the latest rankings released by world football governing body, FIFA.

The Lagos State Government has announced the suspension of all reclamation projects in the state with immediate effect.

The Department of State Services (DSS) has filed charges against the presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore for social media posts critical of President Bola Tinubu.

Nottingham Forest have confirmed the departure of Head Coach Nuno Espírito Santo. In a statement, the club said Nuno has been relieved of his duties "following recent circumstances."

Belgium’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Maxime Prevot, has announced that the country will formally recognize the State of Palestine during the upcoming 80th United Nations General Assembly session in New York later this month.

The United Kingdom is clamping down on international students who are claiming asylum following the expiration of their visas.

The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has applauded the conviction of Simon Ekpa, a Nigerian-born separatist agitator, by a Finnish court.

As the I Beg To Differ Secondary School Debate Tournament, organized by NIGERIA INFO FM, approaches its crescendo, debate enthusiasts are gearing up for a Wednesday showdown that promises both intellectual rigor and spirited competition. The semi-finals, scheduled for August 27, will showcase the finest young debaters tackling some of the most pressing issues in technology and education today.

​​​​​​​A coalition of African journalists has condemned what it describes as Israel’s “intentional and deliberate targeting” of Palestinian journalists in Gaza, urging the international community to impose accountability measures similar to those once used against apartheid South Africa.

The trial of the suspects accused of engineering the June 5, 2022 mass shooting and bomb attack at a Catholic Church in the city of Owo in Ondo State is set to begin at a Federal High Court in Abuja.

President Bola Tinubu has sanctioned the reduction in the cost of kidney dialysis across federal hospitals in the country.

Liverpool forward, Mohamed Salah has challenged UEFA after a tribute it made on social media to Palestinian footballer, Suleiman al-Obeid.

In what is turning out to be a truly sensational last 31 days for Nigeria's Women's national football team, Super Falcons head coach, Justine Madugu has been nominated for the prestigious 2025 Ballon d’Or Women’s Team Coach of the Year award.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, for advancing to the final of the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.

The election of Lucky Aiyedatiwa as governor of Ondo State has been validated by a Federal High Court in Akure, the state capital.

President Bola Tinubu has extended the tenure of Bashir Adeniyi as Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service.

National Chairman of the National Association of Nurses and Midwives - Federal Health Institutions Sector (NANNM), Morakinyo-Olajide Rilwan has reiterated that the ongoing strike by the union remains until their demands are negotiated.

Presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga has slammed critics of President Bola Tinubu, defending his principal's decision to hand national honours, as well as cash sums to members of the victorious Super Falcons side at the just concluded Women's African Cup of Nations.

The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Nentawe Yilwatda, has emerged as the new National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC)

Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar says any form of threat against former Anambra State Governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi is a threat to all.

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan on Tuesday returned to the National Assembly but was denied entry.

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan insists she will be back at the Senate on Tuesday after a little over four months since her suspension.

President Bola Tinubu has announced the passing of former president, Muhammadu Buhari.

Super Falcons first-choice goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has completed a high-profile transfer to Brighton & Hove Albion Women, marking a significant milestone in her flourishing career and for Nigerian women's football.

Pope Leo has expressed profound sorrow and solidarity with the victims and the families of about 200 people killed in a tragic massacre in Benue State.

Following admission that there were errors in this year's examination by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), the Senate has suggested that at least one Computer-Base testing (CBT) centre be set up in each of the 774 local government areas of the country.

The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has stated that the country's inflation rate has dropped to 24.48% in January 2025.

World number 1 and the defending champion of the Australian Open, Jannick Sinner, has successfully defended his title at the 2025 Australian Open, defeating world number 2, German Alexander Zverev in straight sets, 6-3 7-6(7-4) 6-3.

World number 1 and defending champion of the Australian Open, Russia’s Aryna Sabalenka failed to defend her crown at the 2025 tournament as she lost in the final to World number 14, American Madison Keys. In an exciting final that lasted about two hours at Rod Laver Arena, the 29-year-old American, seeded 19th, won 6-3, 2-6, 7-5.

The Court of Appeal in Akure, the Ondo state capital has upheld the judgement of an Osogbo High Court regarding the case of the death of Timothy Adegoke, a student of the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU).

The medical landscape of Lagos State in particular, and Nigeria in general, received a major boost on Saturday December 14th, 2024, with the groundbreaking of the Lagos Medipark.

For many young women in Port Harcourt, shopping at bustling markets like Mile 1 has become a distressing experience.

The Rivers State Government has disbanded all local government and Ministry of Transport taskforces on road decongestion, following allegations of harassment and extortion by officials.

In this second part, Nigeria Info News Manager Ufuoma explains how his visa issue was resolved and the eventual journey to Doha for the World Innovation Summit for Health.

After weeks of speculation and anticipation, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has given a verdict on the 2025 African Cup of Nations qualifier between Libya and Nigeria in Benghazi which was scheduled to be played on 15 October 2024.

In this weekend review, News Manager, Ufuoma Egbamuno asks if Premier League champions, Manchester City are rattled by Arsenal’s newfound pragmatism. Plus, there are bits on Chelsea; Barca, and the Milan Derby

Peter Obi, a former Labour Party presidential candidate has called on Nigerians to demand for transparency from the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited regarding the truthfulness of petrol subsidy payments.

Aliko Dangote, the President of Dangote Group, has introduced the first sample of Premium Motor Spirit, also known as petrol.

Mary Uke Ashia Wins 'I Beg To Differ' Tournament of Champions

The Nigerian Communications Commission has ordered telecommunication companies to restore all blocked telephone lines following protests by thousands of customers.

The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has suspended the planned 800 percent increase in airline navigation service charges.

Nigerians wanting to travel to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) must now pay a non-refundable sum of over N600,000 for a Document Verification Number (separate from application fees) and show proof of a 6-month bank statement with a minimum balance of N16,188,600.00 ($10,000).

The House of Representatives has called on the federal government to suspend the implementation of the Samoa Agreement.

Nigeria now has a new ministry - the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development.

Minister of Sports, John Enoh has called on the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) to provide a detailed technical report on the nation's national men's football team, the Super Eagles in the wake of their performances on Friday and Monday during the 2026 World Cup qualifying series this international window.

The union, comprising the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC), began their industrial action on Monday over disagreement on the new minimum wage and electricity tariff hike.

The Senate has passed a bill seeking to return to the old national anthem of “Nigeria, we hail thee”.

It appears there may be no end in sight yet to the tussle between Organized Labour and the Federal Government over the new minimum wage.

Media organizations can now access single-digit interest-rate financing from the Bank of Industry, according to the federal government.

President Bola Tinubu has departed Lagos for Abuja where he is scheduled to commission projects executed by the Federal Capital Territory Administration.

A Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) regulation seeking financial institutions to require and get social media handles of their customers is not a violation of the right to privacy.

The business end of the UEFA Champions League is upon us starting Tuesday with mouth-watering clashes across Europe. Nigeria Info’s News Manager takes a preview of the four clashes

With almost everything set for the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations between host country Côte d’Ivoire and Nigeria, the Confederation of Africa Football CAF has vowed to address issues of possible threats and harassment from home fans towards Nigerian fans.

The Commissioner for Agriculture, Lagos State, Miss Abisola Olusanya has claimed that the state government is working hard to regulate food prices in the state.

The Private Telecommunications and Communications Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PTECSSAN) has suspended its planned strike.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested popular cross-dresser, Idris Okuneye, a.k.a Bobrisky, for allegedly abusing the naira.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has uncovered 1,665 fake A’level results during the 2023 Direct Entry registration exercise.

A bill seeking to restructure the salary and allowance of judicial officers across the country has passed the third reading in the House of Representatives.

Adaora Umeoji has been named Zenith Bank's Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, making her the first woman to occupy the position.

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) says that voice and data services, previously impacted by undersea cable cuts, have now been restored.

Nigerian soldiers have liberated abductees held captive since February 3, 2024.

Hafsat Bakari has been confirmed as the Director of the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU).

The House of Representatives has passed for a second reading, a bill seeking to amend the 1999 constitution to allow for the establishment of state police.

The Labour Party Presidential Campaign (a.k.a Obi-Datti Presidential Campaign) said the sum of N744,500,000.00 was a general legal amount to lawyers which incorporates other expenses within the legal expenditure.

As simple as the business of printing educational materials could be, no single print shop exists around the Special Education Department of Bayero University, Kano (BUK).

President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio on Tuesday administered oath of office on three new senators who recently won bye-elections in their respective districts.

The Group Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings Plc, Herbert Wigwe, has reportedly died in a helicopter crash in the United States.

Nigeria goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali reserved all praises for his outstanding shootout performance for the Super Eagles technical crew after his saves helped Nigeria to a 4-2 penalty victory over South Africa.

2023 has been a year to remember for Italian club Napoli, but it has certainly been an even better one for their number one frontman, Victor Osimhen.

It is imperative that the Federal Government reveal to the public the assets and deficits they inherited from the previous administration to ensure transparency and accountability.