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CONFLICT6d ago"If you started running, they would shoot you": at the heart of Nigeria's growing kidnapping crisisBBC Afrique
POLITICS6d agoA close associate of Abdelmadjid Tebboune appointed to head the Algerian election monitoring authorityDepuis la fin de 2024, date du limogeage de son président, l’Autorité nationale indépendante des élections n’avait plus de patron en titre mais un simple intérimaire à sa tête. Une situation que l’opposition ne se privait pas de critiquer.Jeune Afrique
WORLD6d agoElders becoming more visible in drug trade in Nigeria, other West African countriesThe apparent rise of trafficking by older adults could reflect a new criminal adaptation rather than individual criminality. The post Elders becoming more visible in drug trade in Nigeria, other West African countries appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
DISASTERBREAKING6d agoDeath toll from Algeria wildfires rises to 12, dozens injuredAfricanews [en]
BUSINESS6d agoFuel subsidy: Let’s debate the real solution to Nigeria’s cost-of-living crisis, By John Okiyi KaluGovernment does not have to keep petrol artificially cheap forever. It needs to make transport, electricity, food production and household incomes progressively less dependent on cheap petrol… That is the conversation I want to hear from serious presidential candidates in 2027. On 29 May, 2023, petrol was selling at roughly ₦195 per litre at the […] The post Fuel subsidy: Let’s debate the real solution to Nigeria’s cost-of-living crisis, By John Okiyi Kalu appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICS6d agoNFF Board Resignation: Sports Commission splits over choice of Normalisation C’ttee Chair"We’ve seen this movie before. When administrators fight, players suffer, sponsors run, and FIFA starts asking questions" The post NFF Board Resignation: Sports Commission splits over choice of Normalisation C’ttee Chair appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESS6d agoMalibu Boats Non-GAAP EPS of $0.92 beats by $0.15, revenue of $295.5M beats by $31.36MMalibu Boats reported its Non-GAAP EPS and revenue for a period, with both figures exceeding analyst expectations. This reflects the company's financial performance.Seeking Alpha Tech
POLITICS6d ago26,000 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
POLITICS6d agoNigeria’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
POLITICS6d agoIn Morocco, the war of defectors turns into a power struggle between RNI and PAMCela fait des mois que la majorité menée par Aziz Akhannouch est traversée de tensions, mais un cap vient d’être franchi avec une attaque frontale du Rassemblement national des indépendants contre son allié, le Parti Authenticité et Modernité. Lequel n’a pas tardé à réagir.Jeune Afrique
POLITICS6d agoWe’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
POLITICS6d agoNigerian 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
WORLD6d agoJournalist Sunday Isuwa to launch book on digital transformation of Nigerian newspapersDigital Shift in Nigeria’s Newspaper Industry examines how technology is reshaping newsroom operations, journalism practice, revenue models and audience engagement. The post Journalist Sunday Isuwa to launch book on digital transformation of Nigerian newspapers appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
MILITARY6d agoSudan army says it shot down drone near Ethiopia borderThe Sudanese army claims to have shot down a drone operating near the Ethiopian border. This indicates a military incident with potential cross-border implications.news.az · Azerbaijan
WORLD6d agoMalian singer Salif Keita cancels South Africa shows over ‘xenophobic violence’His manager, Carolina Vallejo of One World Records, confirmed the decision. The post Malian singer Salif Keita cancels South Africa shows over ‘xenophobic violence’ appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
CYBER6d agoOpenAI says it detected malign activity months before Hugging Face attackChatGPT creator says AI agents collaborated and delegated work in hacking, calling themselves a 'collective'.Al Jazeera [en]
DISASTER6d agoTwelve dead as over 150 wildfires rage across northeastern AlgeriaAl Jazeera [en]
POLITICS6d agoFed 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
POLITICS6d agoTrump - aligned Morocco dials up political heat on Spain Sánchez – POLITICOMorocco, described as Trump-aligned, is reportedly intensifying political pressure on Spain's Sánchez government. This indicates rising international political tension.politico.eu · United States
BUSINESS6d agoNigeria Petrol Supply : Domestic Refineries Account for 75 % Domestic refineries are reported to supply 75% of Nigeria's petrol, contributing significantly to the nation's energy supply. This highlights local production's role in fuel availability.punchng.com · Nigeria
BUSINESS6d agoRising returns push young Nigerians toward investing earlyIncreasing financial returns are encouraging young people in Nigeria to start investing at an earlier age. This trend reflects a notable shift in youth economic engagement and investment habits.punchng.com · Nigeria
DISASTER6d agoAt least 12 dead as wildfires sweep through northern AlgeriaBBC World