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Human Rights Activist, Adebayo Raphael Appointed Convener of Concerned Nigerians Group as Adeyanju Steps Down to Pursue Law Career
The Concerned Nigerians for the Protection of Human Rights and the Rule of Law initiative has announced the appointment of human rights activist...
Niger Government Establishes Committee To Monitor NGOs Amid Humanitarian Sector Scrutiny
The Nigerien government has set up a Technical Committee to regulate and oversee the governance of non-governmental organisations (NGOs). The move follows increased...
Niger Delta: Shell Reports Second Oil Spillage in Less than Two Months
Shell has reported another oil spill in Nigeria’s Niger Delta, the second in less than two months. According to a Reuters report, the...
Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger to Launch Joint Mobile Telecommunications Operator
Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger are set to create a joint mobile telecommunications operator, a first-of-its-kind initiative in the region. This project, spearheaded...
Niger to Construct New Customs Headquarters in Niamey
Niger Authorities on Monday, February 3, 2025, started laying the foundation stone for the future headquarters of the General Directorate of Customs. The...
“This is Criminal”: Nigerians React to Akwa Ibom Governor Allocating N1.3bn for Unity Park Fencing, N20bn for Private Jet Maintenance
The Akwa Ibom State Government has allocated N1.3 billion to construct a perimeter fence around its Unity Park in Uyo, the state capital....
Lawrence Oyor’s “Favour” Becomes Most Streamed Nigerian Song Of 2025 On Spotify
Nigerian gospel minister Lawrence Oyor has taken the music scene by storm with his latest song, Favour, which has officially become the most...
IGP Egbetokun’s Tenure Extension Overrides Nigeria’s Constitution, Legal Group Warns
The extension of Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun’s tenure has sparked criticism as many question its legality. Egbetokun turned 60 on September...
Nigeria Falls to 100th Out of 121 in Global Digital Quality Ranking, Slipping 12 Spots in Just One Year
Nigeria has fallen to 100th place in the 2024 Digital Quality of Life (DQL) Index by cybersecurity firm Surfshark. This decline is notable,...
Niger Announces Creation of National Airline and CSS Carrier After Withdrawal from ECOWAS
Nigerien government has announced plans to establish two new airlines, a national carrier and another dedicated to the Confederation of Sahel States (CSS),...
Nigerians Question BRT Lane Towing Penalties as World Adopts Automated Ticketing Systems
A viral video has sparked discussions about the lack of clear road signage and the absence of a viable traffic ticketing system in...
Nigerian Stars Take Over Paris Fashion Week 2025 in Style
At Paris Fashion Week 2025, the powerhouse of Nigeria’s creativity made its indelible mark on the international style scene. The event was abuzz...