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CONFLICTBREAKINGAug 19Attackers go ‘house to house’ killing 25 villagers in central NigeriaAl Jazeera [en]
BUSINESSAug 19Cement prices likely manipulated in Nigeria , says FCCPCThe Nigerian Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) suggests that cement prices in the country may be subject to manipulation. This raises concerns about market fairness and consumer impact.dailytrust.com · Niger
BUSINESSAug 19US lifts 12-year entry restriction on Nigerian vesselsBy Godwin Oritse The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has lifted the Condition of Entry (CoE) imposed on vessels arriving in the United States from Nigeria, ending a 12-year regime of enhanced security requirements on ships calling at Nigerian ports. The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola, announced the development, describing it […] The post US lifts 12-year entry restriction on Nigerian vessels appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
SCI & TECHAug 19Nigeria’s digital future: Experts urge teens to build, not just consume AI…Challenge youths to develop competence, character, solve real-world problems By Juliet Umeh Experts in technology and digital innovation have challenged Nigerian teenagers to move beyond consuming digital content and begin using artificial intelligence, AI, and digital skills to create solutions to Nigeria’s real-world challenges. The experts said the country’s growing digital economy would require a […] The post Nigeria’s digital future: Experts urge teens to build, not just consume AI appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 19A 1979 magazine asks questions Nigeria still hasnt answeredA 1979 magazine article raised questions about Nigeria that remain unresolved today. This suggests ongoing societal or political challenges in the country.tribuneonlineng.com · Nigeria
SCI & TECHAug 19From theory to the lab: How two Nigerian brothers are changing science education in AfricaDavis and Emmanuel Eban founded Edugene – a science and biotechnology education startup. It is the first and only organisation in Africa to be admitted into the European Genomic Medicine Consortium By Sola Ogundipe Two Nigerian brothers, Davis and Emmanuel Eban, have taken their education technology initiative, Edugene, a step closer to the international genomic […] The post From theory to the lab: How two Nigerian brothers are changing science education in Africa appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 18FUTO, ABU emerge winners at Enactus Nigeria National finalsBy Cynthia Alo & Kafayat KokumoThe Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) and Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria (ABU) have won the 2026 Enactus Nigeria National Competition, earning the right to represent the country at the Enactus World Cup in Brazil later this year. The two universities emerged winners at the national finals held recently in […] The post FUTO, ABU emerge winners at Enactus Nigeria National finals appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSAug 18FG assures Nigerians of secure , credible 2027 electionsThe Nigerian Federal Government has assured its citizens of secure and credible elections in 2027. This statement aims to build confidence regarding the upcoming electoral process.thenationonlineng.net · Nigeria
BUSINESSAug 18ADC Faults Tinubu Govt Over Rising Food Inflation in NigeriaThe ADC has criticized the Tinubu government regarding the increasing food inflation in Nigeria. This highlights economic challenges and political accountability.punchng.com · Nigeria
DISASTERAug 18Niger agency raises alarm over cracks at Kaduna dam, warns of flood riskPremium Times
BUSINESSAug 18Zenith Bank to host 10th International Trade Seminar on Unlocking Nigeria’s Non-oil Export PotentialThe seminar is set to bring together leading policymakers, regulators, exporters, manufacturers, investors and other key stakeholders to explore practical strategies for unlocking value and accelerating growth in Nigeria's non-oil export sector The post Zenith Bank to host 10th International Trade Seminar on Unlocking Nigeria’s Non-oil Export Potential appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
HEALTHAug 18Oyo Primary Healthcare Board engages VIYA Health Nigeria to expand access to WHO-PreQualified DMPA SCThe Stakeholder Engagement session was held on Thursday, 6 August 2026, at the Oyo State Primary Healthcare Board, State Secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan, focused on expanding access to Medogen SubQ, a World Health Organization prequalified (WHO PQ) Family Planning product produced The post Oyo Primary Healthcare Board engages VIYA Health Nigeria to expand access to WHO-PreQualified DMPA SC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
DISASTERAug 18Nigeria hospital collapses after rain washed away its foundationsAl Jazeera [en]
POLITICSAug 18‘Nigeria needs more mad men in your government’ – Murray-Bruce tells TinubuMurray-Bruce made the call in a statement directed at Tinubu, stressing that his support for the administration should not prevent him from offering constructive criticism. The post ‘Nigeria needs more mad men in your government’ – Murray-Bruce tells Tinubu appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSAug 18Cement costs more in Nigeria than Kenya, Tanzania as FCCPC probes pricingThe regulator says preliminary findings from a three-month investigation have raised questions over whether the sharp increase in cement prices is fully explained by production and distribution costs. The post Cement costs more in Nigeria than Kenya, Tanzania as FCCPC probes pricing appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSAug 18CeFTPI urges effective execution of Nigeria’s organised crime strategyCeFTPI said, “Regular assessment of progress will be essential to ensuring that commitments translate into tangible improvements in Nigeria’s capacity to prevent and disrupt organised criminal networks.” The post CeFTPI urges effective execution of Nigeria’s organised crime strategy appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
CONFLICTBREAKINGAug 18Nigeria: Dozens killed in Plateau state attackDW News [en]
WORLDAug 18Nigeria influencer arrested after seizure of cocaine worth $28m destined for the UKBBC World
POLITICSAug 18Nigeria must end dependence on govt to fund electricity sector — Presidential aideSpecial Adviser to the President on Power, Dr. Lanre Babalola, has said Nigeria must end its long-standing dependence on Federal Government funding and interventions to sustain the electricity sector. The post Nigeria must end dependence on govt to fund electricity sector — Presidential aide appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 18US Coast Guard lifts 12-year entry restriction on Nigeria-bound shipsThe United States Coast Guard has lifted the 12-year Condition of Entry imposed on vessels arriving in the United States from Nigeria, the Federal Government has announced. The post US Coast Guard lifts 12-year entry restriction on Nigeria-bound ships appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSAug 18Nigeria : la fin de l’eldorado des cryptos ?Le Nigeria veut taxer les cryptomonnaies. Les opérateurs du secteur redoutent une fuite des capitaux vers des plateformes étrangères non réglementées, au détriment du premier marché d’actifs numériques du continent.Jeune Afrique
WORLDAug 18US lists 3 categories of visa services affected in NigeriaThe US Department of State has announced a realignment of routine visa services in Nigeria and several other African countries as part of a broader move to regional visa hubs. The post US lists 3 categories of visa services affected in Nigeria appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSAug 182027 : Emulate Osun Voters , Kaduna ADC Guber Candidate Urges NigeriansA Kaduna ADC Guber candidate urged Nigerians to emulate Osun voters in 2027. This is a political statement concerning future elections.leadership.ng · Nigeria
WORLDAug 18Ocheme, Uchegbu lead Nigerian charge as PFL Africa Semi-Finals head to MoroccoBoth fighters impressed at PFL Africa: Nigeria in June. Henniene secured a first-round submission victory, while Uchegbu announced himself with a dominant unanimous decision win The post Ocheme, Uchegbu lead Nigerian charge as PFL Africa Semi-Finals head to Morocco appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times