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WORLDAug 28UTME applications data intensifies concerns over state of education in northern NigeriaBenue recorded 104,409 UTME applications in 2026, nearly twice the combined figure for Kebbi, Sokoto and Zamfara, although the three North-west states have almost three times Benue's projected population. The post UTME applications data intensifies concerns over state of education in northern Nigeria appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
HEALTHAug 28ANALYSIS: Why experts want Nigeria to fortify seasoning cubesExperts are considering seasoning cubes due to their widespread use in Nigerian households. The post ANALYSIS: Why experts want Nigeria to fortify seasoning cubes appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSAug 28FG welcomes reclassification of Nigeria to frontier market statusThe ministry said it will continue to support policies that enhance the depth, transparency and global competitiveness of Nigeria's capital market The post FG welcomes reclassification of Nigeria to frontier market status appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSAug 28FG welcomes reclassification of Nigeria to frontier market statusThe ministry said it will continue to support policies that enhance the depth, transparency and global competitiveness of Nigeria's capital market The post FG welcomes reclassification of Nigeria to frontier market status appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLDAug 28Why NFF Leadership Change Alone Won’t Rescue Nigerian Football — OdegbamiOdegbami noted that the situation is further complicated by the fact that football attracts opinions from virtually everyone, with stakeholders often convinced that they have the right solution. The post Why NFF Leadership Change Alone Won’t Rescue Nigerian Football — Odegbami appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
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
WORLDAug 28Oladipo was a gem, elevated journalism standards in Nigeria — AdamsBy Dapo Akinrefon LAGOS — The Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams, has described the late Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Eagle Online, Dotun Oladipo, as a beacon of integrity, professionalism and dedication to journalism. Adams said Oladipo’s sudden death was a major loss to all who valued truthful and ethical […] The post Oladipo was a gem, elevated journalism standards in Nigeria — Adams appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
CONFLICTBREAKINGAug 28 Coup in Niger Statethesun.ng
MILITARYAug 28US to pull 200 troops from Nigeria after major ISIS operation – The Sun NigeriaThe United States plans to withdraw 200 troops from Nigeria following a significant ISIS operation. This decision indicates a shift in military deployment in response to regional conflict.thesun.ng
BUSINESSAug 28Chargé dAffaires : China Imported $2 . 3bn Nigerian Goods in Six Months – THISDAYLIVEAccording to a Chargé d'Affaires, China imported $2.3 billion worth of goods from Nigeria in six months. This indicates significant trade activity between the two nations.thisdaylive.com · Nigeria
DISASTERAug 28Federal Govt Places 2 , 000 Locations Across Nigeria On Flood AlertThe Federal Government in Nigeria has placed 2,000 locations across the country on flood alert. This measure is in response to potential natural disaster threats.leadership.ng · Nigeria
WORLDAug 28Niger Abduction : IGP Deploys Rescue TeamThe Inspector General of Police has deployed a rescue team in response to an abduction incident in Niger. This action signifies an official effort to address a security challenge in the region.leadership.ng · Nigeria
CONFLICTAug 28Nigeria : Terrorists Kill 4 , Including Islamic Scholar , Abduct Scores in Sokotoallafrica.com · Nigeria
BUSINESSAug 28Nigeria Costly Dependence on Textile ImportsNigeria is experiencing a costly reliance on textile imports, indicating an economic challenge for the country. This dependence could impact local industries and the national economy.punchng.com · Nigeria
BUSINESSAug 28Nigeria credit market nears 10 , 000 in Q1 - Punch NewspapersNigeria's credit market approached a valuation of 10,000 in the first quarter of the year. This indicates significant activity and potential growth within the country's financial sector.punchng.com · Nigeria
WORLDAug 28756 cases in 7 months: Experts seek tougher actions against Nigeria’s sexual violenceDespite existing laws, awareness campaigns and interventions by government and non-governmental organisations, Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) remains a major concern in Nigeria, with 756 cases recorded by the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) between January and July 2026. The post 756 cases in 7 months: Experts seek tougher actions against Nigeria’s sexual violence appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 27Nigeria commiserates with Nepal over landslides, flash floodsThe Federal Government has commiserated with the Government and people of Nepal following devastating landslides and flash floods along the Nepal-Tibet border, which resulted in loss of lives, destruction and displacement of communities. The post Nigeria commiserates with Nepal over landslides, flash floods 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
CONFLICTAug 27Nigeria: the lucrative business of kidnappingsIn tonight's programme, we speak to a Lagos analyst behind a new report laying out the figures behind abductions. Also, Tanzania's ruling party kicks the vice-president out even after he announces his plans to step down next week. And finally in Senegal, the first African-manufactured generic drug to treat sickle cell disease is raising hopes of better treatment and reduced reliance on costly imported medicine.France 24 [en]
BUSINESSAug 27Nigeria’s economy stable, debt service declining – OyedeleOyedele projected that Nigeria’s GDP growth rate would exceed four per cent in 2026, reflecting continued improvement in economic activity. The post Nigeria’s economy stable, debt service declining – Oyedele appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
CONFLICTAug 27Northern Nigeria Killings : Reps Beg Tinubu to Stop Insecuritpunchng.com · Nigeria