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HEALTHAug 11Nigeria is building a sustainable health financing future, By Muhammad Ali PateNigeria welcomes Gavi’s US$500 million support as part of the shared effort to protect our children over the next five years. Within that period, we will continue to strengthen the domestic financing and institutional capacity needed to sustain immunisation beyond 2030, as Nigeria assumes greater responsibility for financing the programme and meeting the health needs […] The post Nigeria is building a sustainable health financing future, By Muhammad Ali Pate appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSAug 11US-Africa Trade Commission appoints Aremu as Nigeria Country DirectorThe U.S.-Africa Trade Commission has appointed Dr. Fakunle John Aremu as its Country Director for Nigeria, according to an appointment letter dated July 10, 2026. Aremu is an international trade, investment and economic development executive with over 15 years of experience across Africa. In the letter signed by Titus Olowokere, the commission’s Executive Director/CEO, Aremu […] The post US-Africa Trade Commission appoints Aremu as Nigeria Country Director appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSAug 11Nigeria’s condition in debate: Reviewing the Bishops–Presidency conversation, By Samuel AruwanIt was the Presidency that first informed Nigerians about President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s meeting with the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) on 28 July 2026. In a statement issued by presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga⁠, the Presidency said the President received a CBCN delegation led by its President, the Most Rev. Matthew Man-Oso Ndagoso, Archbishop […] The post Nigeria’s condition in debate: Reviewing the Bishops–Presidency conversation, By Samuel Aruwan appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSAug 11EU clarifies reports on boycotting Nigeria 2027 electionsThe EU is clarifying reports regarding a potential boycott of Nigeria's 2027 elections. This indicates ongoing political discussions or misunderstandings relevant to international relations and Nigeria's electoral process.dailypost.ng · Nigeria
BUSINESSAug 11Nigerian cost of living pain deepens as election loomsNigeria is experiencing an exacerbation of its cost of living crisis, occurring as an election approaches. This highlights worsening economic conditions in the country with potential political implications.businessghana.com · Ghana
WORLDAug 11192 children trafficked, violated in Niger in eight monthsPremium Times
POLITICSAug 11‘Nigeria not for Muslims alone’, TEKAN/ECWA youths tackle JingirBy Femi Bolaji JALINGO: The Youth Wing of the TEKAN/ECWA Fellowship has condemned a statement attributed to Islamic cleric, Sheikh Sani Yahaya Jingir, describing the remarks contained in a viral video as divisive and capable of heightening religious tensions in the country. Addressing newsmen in Jalingo, National TEKAN/ECWA Youth President, Bako Adashu Elijah, said Nigeria […] The post ‘Nigeria not for Muslims alone’, TEKAN/ECWA youths tackle Jingir appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSAug 11B-Faso, Mali, Niger alliance slams Tinubu over insecurity remarksBy Nkiruka Nnorom with agency report The Alliance of Sahel States, AES, comprising Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger, has fired back at President Bola Tinubu over his claim that instability in the Sahel was worsening Nigeria’s security crisis. It also summoned Nigeria’s chargé d’affaires in a fresh diplomatic row that has exposed deep cracks between […] The post B-Faso, Mali, Niger alliance slams Tinubu over insecurity remarks appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSAug 11INEC impartiality, key to Nigeria’s survival in 2027 – PFN President, Bishop Wale Oke—Says government should come hard on religious extremists — Clarifies that church titles like Archbishop are wisdom, not unbiblical By Dayo Johnson Akure The National President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, PFN, Bishop Wale Oke, has warned that the integrity of the nation hangs in the balance of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, […] The post INEC impartiality, key to Nigeria’s survival in 2027 – PFN President, Bishop Wale Oke appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 11Another Nigerian star moves to Turkey ahead of historic Super Lig campaignAmedspor confirmed Sor’s arrival on Monday via an exciting video through its official social media platforms, welcoming the 26-year-old winger as he brings an end to months of uncertainty surrounding his future at Genk The post Another Nigerian star moves to Turkey ahead of historic Super Lig campaign appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSAug 11Low import bill pushes Nigeria’s trade surplus to $3.46bBy Elizabeth Adegbesan Driven by an 18.7 percent decline in import bill, Nigeria’s trade surplus rose by 32.06 percent month-on-month (MoM) to $3.46 billion in April 2026 from $2.62 billion in March 2026. The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, disclosed this yesterday in its April 2026 Economic Report. CBN said: “The goods account recorded a […] The post Low import bill pushes Nigeria’s trade surplus to $3.46b appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
DISASTERAug 11Nigeria’s 650,000sq km rangelands threatened by degradation, desertification — MinisterNigeria’s 650,000-square-kilometre rangelands are facing increasing degradation, driven by desertification, agricultural and livestock expansion and overgrazing, the Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal, has said. The post Nigeria’s 650,000sq km rangelands threatened by degradation, desertification — Minister appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLDAug 11Visa application from Nigerians to S’Africa double despite xenophobic attacks—EnvoyBy Nkiruka Nnorom South Africa’s Consul-General in Nigeria, Prof. Bobby Moroe, has said interest in his country remained high, with visa applications from Nigerians almost doubling in recent months, despite the persistent reports of xenophobic attacks. Moroe stated this in an interview on Nigeria Info FM on Sunday, insisting that South Africa remained safe and […] The post Visa application from Nigerians to S’Africa double despite xenophobic attacks—Envoy appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HEALTHAug 11FCMB , stakeholders set out roadmap to move Nigeria health sector from survival to scaleFCMB and various stakeholders have established a roadmap to enhance Nigeria's health sector. The initiative aims to transition the sector from merely surviving to achieving significant scale.premiumtimesng.com · Nigeria
HEALTHAug 10FCMB, stakeholders set out roadmap to move Nigeria’s health sector from survival to scaleAt the heart of the discussions was a persistent financing problem: healthcare providers struggle to access affordable, long-term capital, while lenders and investors often require stronger governance, financial reporting and business structures before committing funds. The post FCMB, stakeholders set out roadmap to move Nigeria’s health sector from survival to scale appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
DISASTERAug 10Ten oil spills recorded in Niger Delta in JulyAnalysis of official spill records shows sabotage, corrosion and equipment failures continued to pollute oil-producing communities across the Niger Delta in July despite years of government spending on pipeline surveillance and repeated promises to curb pollution. The post Ten oil spills recorded in Niger Delta in July appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLDAug 10Nigerian Law School confirms student’s death at Lagos CampusThe student, who was from the Enugu Campus, was in Lagos for the school’s externship programme and was temporarily accommodated at the Lagos Campus hostel. The post Nigerian Law School confirms student’s death at Lagos Campus appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSAug 10EU denies rejecting INEC invitation to observe Nigeria’s general electionsThe EU Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Gautier Mignot, in a statement on Monday, said reporting insinuating that the body had rejected INEC’s invitation is inaccurate and speculative. The post EU denies rejecting INEC invitation to observe Nigeria’s general elections appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSAug 10Osun Polls : Protect Your Votes , David Mark Tells NigeriansDavid Mark has advised Nigerians to protect their votes during the Osun Polls. This is a political statement concerning electoral integrity and participation.leadership.ng · Nigeria
WORLDAug 10ROUNDCHECK launches digital game to boost civic participation among young NigeriansROUNDCHECK has introduced a new digital game designed to enhance civic engagement among young people in Nigeria. This initiative aims to encourage youth participation in civic activities.premiumtimesng.com · Nigeria
WORLDAug 10ROUNDCHECK launches digital game to boost civic participation among young NigeriansROUNDCHECK has launched Civic Play, a web-based game designed to improve civic education, political literacy and media and information literacy among young Nigerians. The post ROUNDCHECK launches digital game to boost civic participation among young Nigerians appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSAug 10After years of delay, Niger begins gratuity paymentMr Namaska said that some beneficiaries had retired more than 10 years ago without receiving their gratuity. The post After years of delay, Niger begins gratuity payment appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSAug 10Tinubu hails AfCFTA nod for Nigeria’s Customs reform; celebrates Bergmans’ multi‑billion‑dollar winBy Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA—PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has applauded the increasing continental recognition of Nigeria’s customs modernisation programme and praised the selection of a subsidiary of Nigerian-owned Bergmans Security Consultant and Supplies Limited to implement a 20-year, multi‑billion‑dollar AfCFTA Customs Modernisation Project. Bergmans will carry out the project through its subsidiary AfriTrade CMP Limited, installing both […] The post Tinubu hails AfCFTA nod for Nigeria’s Customs reform; celebrates Bergmans’ multi‑billion‑dollar win appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSAug 10Tinubu’s subsidy removal, FX reforms, stabilising Nigeria’s economy – Zacch AdedejiHe said the reforms by the Tinubu administration were necessary because it inherited an economy burdened by an unsustainable fuel subsidy regime, an opaque foreign exchange market, an underperforming oil sector and a narrow tax base. The post Tinubu’s subsidy removal, FX reforms, stabilising Nigeria’s economy – Zacch Adedeji appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times