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POLITICSAug 28Nigeria , China host food festival to deepen tiesNigeria and China are co-hosting a food festival with the goal of strengthening their bilateral ties. This cultural event serves a diplomatic purpose.dailytrust.com · Niger
POLITICSAug 28Is judicial adjudication in electoral matters new in Nigeria?, By Fola AiyegbusiRecently, a former head-of state and president at two different times in our contemporary political history made public statements in the media about why the courts should not be the decider in electoral matters, especially in elections. He labelled verdicts that come from courts on such matters as “Cathedral judgements.” And also, so many people […] The post Is judicial adjudication in electoral matters new in Nigeria?, By Fola Aiyegbusi appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSAug 28US releases fresh names, photos of 10 Nigerians to be deportedThe United States Department of Homeland Security has added 10 Nigerians to its “Worst of the Worst” register, a database highlighting immigrants arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement over alleged criminal offences. The post US releases fresh names, photos of 10 Nigerians to be deported appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSAug 282027: Atiku vows to bring Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso back to ECOWASBy Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has pledged to work towards returning Niger Republic, Mali and Burkina Faso to the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, if elected president in 2027. Atiku, the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, also said he would consider deploying the Economic Community of West African […] The post 2027: Atiku vows to bring Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso back to ECOWAS appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSAug 28FG moves to secure First Niger Bridge, orders CCTV installationThe Federal Government has ordered the installation of closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras on the First Niger Bridge in Onitsha, Anambra State, following reports of vandalism and theft of vital components of the bridge. The post FG moves to secure First Niger Bridge, orders CCTV installation appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSAug 28Cleric urges Nigerians to pray for successful 2027 pollsPredicts Tinubu will win presidential election By Olasunkanmi Akoni A cleric, Rev. Michael Fabiyi, has urged Nigerians to pray for a peaceful and successful outcome of the 2027 general elections. Fabiyi, General Overseer of Celestial Church of Christ Cathedral, Lagos, also predicted that President Bola Tinubu would win the 2027 presidential election. Speaking in Lagos, […] The post Cleric urges Nigerians to pray for successful 2027 polls appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSAug 28Nigerian newspapers review: [NFF Board resignation] Tinubu directs comprehensive football reformIn today’s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with President Bola Tinubu ordering a “comprehensive reform” of Nigerian football following a string of failures by the country’s national teams to qualify for major international competitions. The post Nigerian newspapers review: [NFF Board resignation] Tinubu directs comprehensive football reform appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSAug 28INTERVIEW: COP17: Cross River lawmaker calls for stronger laws to protect Nigeria’s land, wildlifeA member of the Cross River State House of Assembly, Martins Archadu, says his participation at the ongoing 17th session of the UNCCD COP17 in Mongolia has exposed gaps in Nigeria’s environmental policies and shown how stronger legislation could improve land restoration, biodiversity conservation and environmental management. The post INTERVIEW: COP17: Cross River lawmaker calls for stronger laws to protect Nigeria’s land, wildlife appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSAug 28Miracle Centres: How Nigeria can break examination fraud chain'I couldn't register for NECO because I believed I would pass WAEC at credit level at once. I was disappointed twice. I can't go through that again” The post Miracle Centres: How Nigeria can break examination fraud chain appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSAug 272027 : Tinubu , APC governors meet as election preparations intensify – The Sun NigeriaPresident Tinubu and APC governors are meeting in anticipation of the 2027 elections in Nigeria, as preparations are intensifying. This indicates significant political activity ahead of an election.thesun.ng
POLITICSAug 27‘I feel like breaking my TV’ — Ex-envoy tackles Umahi over Niger Delta roadsFormer Nigerian Ambassador to Norway, Sweden and Denmark, Amb. Godknows Igali, has criticised the Federal Government over the state of roads in the Niger Delta, saying the condition of major highways in the region contradicts claims by the Minister of Works, David Umahi, that significant progress has been made. The post ‘I feel like breaking my TV’ — Ex-envoy tackles Umahi over Niger Delta roads appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSAug 27NFF Crisis: Tinubu orders comprehensive reform of Nigerian Football'The reform must respond to a longstanding need to strengthen governance, administration, stakeholder representation, development pathways, domestic competitions and accountability' The post NFF Crisis: Tinubu orders comprehensive reform of Nigerian Football appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSAug 27AGF seeks UN’s protection, says P&ID case would have crippled Nigeria’s economyBy Ikechukwu Nnochiri ABUJA— The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, has urged the United Nations to reform its framework to ensure protection of national sovereignty in disputes involving member states and investors. He maintained that such reforms should reinforce rather than bypass domestic courts in Investor-State Dispute […] The post AGF seeks UN’s protection, says P&ID case would have crippled Nigeria’s economy appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSAug 27Oil Block: Niger Delta CSOs give FG September 1 ultimatumBy Chiamaka EkwuweThe Coalition of Niger Delta Civil Society Organisations (CNDCSOs) has given the Federal Government until September 1, 2026, to address alleged irregularities and conflict of interest concerns surrounding the award of two oil blocks, or face protests in parts of the Niger Delta and Abuja. The coalition, comprising more than 35 civil society […] The post Oil Block: Niger Delta CSOs give FG September 1 ultimatum appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSAug 27Bolt resumes operations at Nigerian airports after Keyamo’s interventionThe development comes after the Minister of Aviation directed FAAN to urgently address concerns over airport transport fares and e-hailing services. The post Bolt resumes operations at Nigerian airports after Keyamo’s intervention appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSAug 2726,000 Nigerian children enter custody yearly, most without lawyers — MinisterAbout 26,000 children enter Nigerian custodial and remand facilities annually, with most awaiting trial and many without lawyers, prompting calls by government and justice stakeholders for diversion, early legal aid and child-focused reforms. The post 26,000 Nigerian children enter custody yearly, most without lawyers — Minister appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSAug 27Nigeria’s Paris Club debt deal: A factual rejoinder to Donald Duke, By Jide AkintundeObasanjo’s credit was never in danger and did not require Duke to vandalise everyone else’s contribution. Donald Duke’s recent account of Nigeria’s Paris Club debt deal bears little relation to the public record. In an interview published by SYMFONI TV on 22 August 2026, he accused Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala of taking “vain glory” for the relief. […] The post Nigeria’s Paris Club debt deal: A factual rejoinder to Donald Duke, By Jide Akintunde appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSAug 27We’ve metered 60% of Nigeria’s electricity consumers – FGVP Shettima receives briefing on Privatisation Council's activities at 2nd meeting for 2026. The post We’ve metered 60% of Nigeria’s electricity consumers – FG appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSAug 27Nigerian newspapers review: NFF President, other board members resignIn today’s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with the President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Gusau, and other board members resigning following poor management of Nigerian football. The post Nigerian newspapers review: NFF President, other board members resign appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSAug 27Fed Govt $1b HOPE - SP scheme to lift vulnerable Nigerians , says First LadyThe First Lady announced a $1 billion Federal Government scheme called HOPE-SP, aimed at assisting vulnerable Nigerians. This initiative represents a substantial social welfare program.thenationonlineng.net · Nigeria
POLITICSAug 26VIDEO: Nigeria Governors’ Forum Holds Meeting In AbujaAmong those present are Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma, Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum, Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri, Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa and Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule. The post VIDEO: Nigeria Governors’ Forum Holds Meeting In Abuja appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
POLITICSAug 26FG Launches $1bn Social Protection Programme For Vulnerable NigeriansFirst Lady Oluremi Tinubu said the programme was designed to provide immediate stabilisation assistance while placing beneficiaries on a pathway to recovery, empowerment and self-reliance. The post FG Launches $1bn Social Protection Programme For Vulnerable Nigerians appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
POLITICSAug 26Nigeria, Thailand to expand bilateral ties in technology, agriculture, renewable energyVP Shettima demands review of bilateral relationship at strategic level. The post Nigeria, Thailand to expand bilateral ties in technology, agriculture, renewable energy appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSAug 26We’ve Disbursed N600bn In Cash Transfers To Support Vulnerable Nigerians — Humanitarian MinisterBernard Doro's comments came after the Federal Government launched its $1 billion Renewed Hope Social Protection Programme to promote sustainable economic empowerment for vulnerable Nigerians. The post We’ve Disbursed ₦600bn In Cash Transfers To Support Vulnerable Nigerians — Humanitarian Minister appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV