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ConflictAug 16Scores of suspected terrorists killed in gunfight with Nigerian troops in Bornonigeriasun.com · Nigeria
BusinessAug 16Zero-Tariff Policy: FG urges Nigerians to boost production, exportsBy Favour Ulebor ABUJA — The Federal Government has urged Nigerian businesses to increase production and take advantage of China’s zero-tariff policy to expand exports of Nigerian products to the Chinese market. The Special Assistant on Communication and New Media to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr Magnus Eze, disclosed this in a statement on […] The post Zero-Tariff Policy: FG urges Nigerians to boost production, exports appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsAug 16Nigeria : # osundecides20226 - NYSC Hails Corps Member Discipline , Commitment During PollThe NYSC in Nigeria has praised corps members for their discipline and commitment during the recent Osun state elections. This acknowledges the role of young service members in upholding electoral integrity.allafrica.com · Nigeria
ConflictAug 16Scores of suspected terrorists killed in gunfight with Nigerian troops in Bornoprokerala.com · India
BusinessAug 16NSDC Mobilises $1bn for Nigeria Sugar Self - SufficiencyThe NSDC has mobilized $1 billion to support Nigeria's goal of achieving self-sufficiency in sugar production. This highlights a significant investment in a national economic and agricultural initiative.punchng.com · Nigeria
PoliticsAug 16Osun: Nigerians have paid APC in advance, balance due in 2027 — PDPThe Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, on Sunday described Governor Ademola Adeleke’s victory in the Osun State governorship election as an ‘advance payment’ by Nigerians against the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, declaring that the balance would come in the 2027 general elections. The post Osun: Nigerians have paid APC in advance, balance due in 2027 — PDP appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsAug 16Tinubu congratulates Adeleke, says Osun election reinforces Nigeria’s democracyThe president urged the re-elected governor to unite Osun residents and focus on growth, stability and socio-economic progress regardless of their political affiliations. The post Tinubu congratulates Adeleke, says Osun election reinforces Nigeria’s democracy appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
MilitaryAug 16Nigeria targets local production of armoured vehicles, anti-drone systemsNigeria is stepping up efforts to break its longstanding dependence on imported military hardware as the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria D7G (DICON-D7G) advances plans to establish local production lines for armoured vehicles, anti-drone platforms and other specialised defence equipment. The post Nigeria targets local production of armoured vehicles, anti-drone systems appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsAug 16Osun election : We will adopt Adeleke victory template for 2027 – Opposition – The Sun NigeriaThe opposition party plans to adopt the Adeleke victory template from the Osun election for the 2027 elections. This indicates future political campaigning strategies and electoral ambitions.thesun.ng
PoliticsAug 16Osun election : Till we meet again APC , rest in peace Dino Melaye – The Sun NigeriaThe article provides commentary on the Osun election, referencing a political party and a figure, indicating post-election analysis or sentiment.thesun.ng
PoliticsAug 16Osun election : Sowore fires back at Davido after Adeleke victory – The Sun NigeriaFollowing Adeleke's victory in the Osun election, Sowore has responded to Davido. This indicates a political exchange or dispute related to the election outcome.thesun.ng
BusinessAug 16As petrol prices soar, electric bikes gain ground in NigeriaRiders say the switch is helping them cut fuel and maintenance costs.Al Jazeera [en]
HealthAug 15Nigeria partners China to expand radiotherapy capacityNigeria is collaborating with China to increase its capacity for radiotherapy. This partnership aims to improve medical treatment facilities in Nigeria.premiumtimesng.com · Nigeria
BusinessAug 15Under Wike , FCT moves from ninth - lowest to second - highest indebted in NigeriaUnder the leadership of Wike, Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory has shifted from being one of the least indebted to one of the most indebted regions. This indicates a significant change in the financial status of a key administrative area.premiumtimesng.com · Nigeria
ConflictAug 15US missionary kidnapped in Niger is released after 9 months in captivity , his organization sayswtvq.com · United States
HealthAug 15Nigeria partners China to expand radiotherapy capacityNigeria also signed a strategic cooperation agreement with LinaTech, a Chinese company specialising in advanced radiation therapy solutions. The post Nigeria partners China to expand radiotherapy capacity appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
PoliticsAug 15Under Wike, FCT moves from ninth-lowest to second-highest indebted in NigeriaUnder Wike, the FCT’s domestic debt surged from N88.51 billion to N389.88 billion, catapulting Abuja from Nigeria’s ninth-lowest debtor to its second-highest, amid gaps in publicly available financial records. The post Under Wike, FCT moves from ninth-lowest to second-highest indebted in Nigeria appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
CyberAug 15X account of Nigerian military headquarters hacked – OfficialPREMIUM TIMES ran a quick check on the account and found that it has been flooded with many cryptocurrency-related posts. The post X account of Nigerian military headquarters hacked – Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
PoliticsAug 15Dickson raises concern over monetisation of Nigerian electionsThe National Leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress made this statement on Saturday in Abuja, following a meeting with former leaders and members of the Alliance for Democracy. The post Dickson raises concern over monetisation of Nigerian elections appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
PoliticsAug 15India attaches very high importance to its relationship with Nigeria – ChockalingamBy Vera Shri Kannan Chockalingam, Consul General of the Consulate General of the Republic of India in Nigeria, is a career diplomat with the Ministry of External Affairs of the government of India.   An engineer by training and a committed diplomat, Chockalingam has held various roles advancing India’s foreign policy and partnerships with countries across […] The post India attaches very high importance to its relationship with Nigeria – Chockalingam appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsAug 15ASUU : There is no free , fair election in NigeriaA group has asserted that elections in Nigeria are not free or fair, raising concerns about the integrity of the country's electoral process.dailytrust.com · Niger
PoliticsAug 15Nigeria’s political culture is dying, time to reclaim lost ideals — DicksonBy Henry Umoru ABUJA — National Leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Senator Seriake Dickson, has raised the alarm over what he described as the decline of Nigeria’s political culture, calling for a return to the ideals, values and sacrifices that shaped the country’s early democratic politics. Dickson, a former governor of Bayelsa State, […] The post Nigeria’s political culture is dying, time to reclaim lost ideals — Dickson appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WorldAug 15How to apply: UK opens 2026 Commonwealth Fellowships for NigeriansThe United Kingdom has opened applications for the 2026/27 Commonwealth Fellowship Programme, offering Nigerian professionals and university academics an opportunity to undertake fully funded fellowships in the UK. Applications for the programme opened on July 28, 2026, and will close at 4:00 p.m. BST on August 25, 2026. The fellowship is designed for mid-career professionals […] The post How to apply: UK opens 2026 Commonwealth Fellowships for Nigerians appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsAug 15#OsunDecide2026: 97-year-old voter advises Nigerians on electionsMr Adesanmi was among some elderly voters spotted at NUD Primary School, Collation Centre, Unit 1, Ward 4, Ilase-Ijesa, in Obokun Local Government Area of Osun State, during Saturday’s governorship election in the state. The post #OsunDecide2026: 97-year-old voter advises Nigerians on elections appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times