Niger State governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has imposed a 24-hour curfew across Minna, the state capital, following violent protests by youths over the deaths of 33 suspected illegal miners in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC). LEADERSHIP observed that youths in the Tunga area of Minna marched towards the NSCDC […]

  The Anambra State Government has recanted its claim that the administration of the former governor of the state and presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in the forthcoming 2027 general election, Mr. Peter Obi, bequeathed the state with a $123 million Sovereign Wealth Loan. The state Commissioner for Information and Value Reorientation, […]

  Former Vice President and 2027 presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, Atiku Abubakar, has called for accountability over the deaths of suspected illegal miners in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in Niger State. Atiku made the call in a statement shared on X on Friday, saying the detainees […] The post Atiku Demands Accountability Over Miners’ Deaths In NSCDC Custody appeared first on OsunDefender.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has demanded an immediate, independent and transparent investigation into the deaths of 37 persons in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Niger State. Reacting on Friday through its National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the party said the incident raised concerns about the value […] The post Niger miners’ custody death: ADC demands independent probe, autopsy appeared first on Tribune Online.

Gov. Umaru Bago announced the curfew on Friday when he received the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, and his entourage on a sympathy visit over the death of the suspected illegal miners.

The Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Victor Mshelizah, said five miners were dug out of the collapsed pit following efforts by local residents. The post Five Alleged Illegal Miners Die In Taraba Pit Collapse appeared first on Channels Television.

One youth whose identity is yet to be non has reportedly lost his life during the demonstration that occured over the death of 37 ‘illegal’ miners inside the cell of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Niger State Command on Thursday. OSUN DEFENDER reports that the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, ordered the immediate […] The post Video: One Reportedly Killed As Riots Take Over Minna After 37 Youths Die Inside NSCDC Cell appeared first on OsunDefender.

Governor Dikko Umaru Radda of Katsina State has challenged opposition political parties to present clear and practical alternatives to the people, asking them to explain what they would do differently if entrusted with power in the 2027 elections. Explaining that opposition parties who thought APC has not done enough in tackling insecurity and hardship in […]

  Stakeholders in Nigeria’s education and publishing sectors have urged government, schools, parents, publishers and individuals to take practical steps towards reviving the country’s declining reading culture.   They cautioned that the nation’s development, innovation and knowledge base depend largely on what its citizens read and retain.   The stakeholders spoke at the Fortham National […]

FCMB Group is backing the initial public offering of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE as the refinery seeks to broaden its ownership base and attract retail, institutional and high-net-worth investors. The post FCMB Backs Dangote Refinery IPO as N2.15tn Offer Targets Wider Ownership appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The Rivers State Police Command has said the arrest and prosecution of three members of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Rivers State, was based only on outcome of an investigation that has no connection with their political activities. The three ADC members, Isaiah Thomas, Confidence Amadi and Justice Chikezie are current being remanded at […]

For many women building businesses in Nigeria, access to a large business loan can sound attractive until the figures, repayment terms and requirements begin to tell the fuller story. The Bank of Industry’s GLOW programme has entered that conversation with a financing ceiling of ₦50 million, a stated interest rate of 7% per annum and […] The post BOI GLOW ₦50m Loan: Who qualifies, what does the 7% Interest rate mean and how can you apply? appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

The most recent news from Nigeria and across the world is available at The News Chronicle. The News Chronicle provides the most recent headlines, commentary, and political news. The Niger State Government has imposed a 24-hour curfew on Minna following incidents of vandalism and destruction of property in the state capital. Governor Umaru Bago announced the curfew on Friday when he received the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, and his delegation on a condolence visit over the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners […] The post Gov Bago Imposes 24-Hour Curfew on Minna After Vandalism Over Deaths of 37 Illegal Miners appeared first on The News Chronicle.

    Former member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Ehiozuwa Johnson Agbonayinma, has hit back at Senator Dino Melaye over his criticism of the petition filed against former Vice President Atiku Abubakar before the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, challenging him to address the substance of the allegations rather than resort to personal […]

Former world number one Joe Salisbury has retired from professional tennis after a decorated career that brought him six Grand Slam men’s doubles titles. The 34-year-old Londoner chose the US Open as his final tournament and signed off by reaching the semi-finals alongside long-time partner Rajeev Ram, who had also announced his retirement. The setting […]

The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has called for an independent investigation into the reported deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Niger State. HURIWA described the reported deaths as a serious human rights concern, saying the circumstances surrounding the incident […]

The invitation was delivered to Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Jimoh Ibrahim, by Singapore’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Burhan Gafoor, during a visit to the Nigerian Permanent Mission House in New York. The post ‘Like Lee Kuan Yew’ — Singapore President Invites Tinubu, Seeks Nigeria Partnership on Reforms appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The Chairman of Esan West Local Government Area of Edo State, Hon. Blessing Albert Ebhodaghe, has come under intense criticism following a controversial directive allegedly compelling commercial drivers operating in motor parks across the council to wear caps and other materials bearing the insignia of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The directive, captured in a […]

The Kano State Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Ibrahim Waiya, has called on Northerners to allow the South to complete its tenure under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu before the North seeks another turn in the rotation of the presidency. Waiya made the call on Friday at the unveiling of Nigeria Forward, a socio-political platform […]

The most recent news from Nigeria and across the world is available at The News Chronicle. The News Chronicle provides the most recent headlines, commentary, and political news. For decades, African leaders have talked about breaking the barriers that separate Africans. They have created regional organizations, signed treaties, established mechanisms for economic integration and repeatedly promised a continent where Africans can move, live, work and trade more freely across borders. The latest expression of that ambition is the ECOWAS National Biometric Identity Card […] The post Despite Moves Toward African Unity, Why Are Africans Still Strangers In Africa? appeared first on The News Chronicle.

Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, has said the strong interventions of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in The post Why Kogi will vote Tinubu, APC in 2027 — Commissioner appeared first on Tribune Online.

  The National Assembly Service Commission (NASC) has reconstituted the membership of its Standing Committees, with the new assignments taking immediate effect. The Executive Chairman of the Commission, Chief Saviour Enyiekere, announced the changes at the 32nd meeting of the Commission held on Tuesday in Abuja. According to a statement issued to journalists on Friday […]