296 articles tagged with “Nigeria”
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has approved the conversion of Nasarawa State Polytechnic into a university, following a proposal by Senator Ahmed Aliyu.
Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has called for the establishment of state police forces, arguing that empowering governors as chief security officers is key to addressing Nigeria’s insecurity challenges.
President Bola Tinubu confirmed Ansaru's responsibility for the abduction of students and teachers in Oyo State, while security forces successfully rescued the victims in a joint operation concluded on July 9, 2026.
Super Eagles winger Moses Simon claims Enugu Rangers rejected him early in his career due to ethnic background; the club denies the allegation, calling itself a national institution.
Dozens of pupils and teachers abducted from schools in Oyo State, Nigeria, have been released following a two-month captivity, the state government confirms.
Nigeria has the highest number of private jets in Africa, with approximately 240 aircraft currently in operation, according to Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo.
The Nigerian Presidency has confirmed the successful rescue of pupils and teachers abducted from schools in Oyo State. Eight kidnappers were arrested and others neutralized during the operation.
Diesel prices have risen by up to ₦50 per litre in major Nigerian cities, including Lagos, Port Harcourt, and Warri, as competition intensifies between Dangote Group and independent fuel marketers.
Nigerian police have rescued four kidnap victims following a gunfight with suspected abductors in Abuja. The Anti-Kidnapping Unit and Police Mobile Force responded swiftly after receiving reports of the abduction.
Gigbanc is ceasing operations due to ongoing fundraising difficulties, reflecting broader headwinds facing early-stage fintechs in Nigeria.
Senator Gabriel Suswam Ndume urges President Bola Tinubu to maintain military pressure on terrorist groups while expanding consultations to address Nigeria’s intertwined security and economic challenges.
Air Peace has successfully concluded the fourth phase of its humanitarian evacuation from South Africa, returning 284 Nigerians to Lagos in coordination with the Federal Government.
Nigerian military forces repelled multiple terrorist incursions in Borno and neutralized eight militants in a Katsina ambush, underscoring gains in intelligence-led counterinsurgency operations.
Nigeria has emerged as Africa’s highest-ranked nation in responsible AI governance, securing 38th place globally in the Global Index on Responsible AI, according to recent rankings.
Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah calls for financial autonomy and modern technology in state police operations, emphasizing accountability and national coordination.