Why More Fevers in Nigeria Are Not Caused by Malaria
Medical experts in Nigeria are emphasizing the importance of proper diagnosis as more fever cases are found not to be caused by malaria parasites. While malaria remains life-threatening, decades of misdiagnosis led to the misconception that all fevers indicate malaria. According to the World Health Organization, Nigeria accounts for roughly 27% of global malaria cases […]
Lagos State Mobilises Private Capital at Lagos Energy Summit 2026
Lagos State Government is set to host the second edition of the Lagos Energy Summit 2026, aiming to fast-track energy investment, infrastructure development, and improved electricity service delivery. Scheduled for May 18–20, 2026, at the Lagos Oriental Hotel, the three-day summit is organised by the Lagos State Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources. The summit, […]
Benue Lassa Fever Outbreak: 10 Dead, 45 Confirmed Cases in 2026
The death toll from the latest Lassa fever outbreak in Benue State has climbed to 10, with 45 confirmed cases recorded out of 250 suspected infections, health authorities have announced. According to the Benue State Ministry of Health, the outbreak has significantly impacted frontline medical personnel. At least five doctors, four nurses, two community health […]
Ogun Community, Landlord Trade Words Over Alleged Waterway Encroachment in Sango Ota
Residents of Olu Ayodele Street in Iloye Olokuta Community Development Association (CDA), Sango, Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government Area of Ogun State, have accused a trader, Kabiru Badmus, of constructing structures on a designated waterway, allegedly triggering persistent flooding in the area. Community members claim the disputed land was originally mapped out as a street linking to […]
Nigeria Supplies 52% of Africa’s Crude Oil Exports to US in 2025
Nigeria supplied 52 per cent of Africa’s crude oil exports to the United States in 2025, reinforcing its dominance in the Africa–US energy trade, according to new figures from the US International Trade in Goods and Services report. Total US crude oil imports from Africa declined to 89.371 million barrels in 2025, down from 103.631 […]
Cost of Power in Nigeria: Inside Caucus Politics, Godfatherism and Election Spending
The journey to elective office in Nigeria begins long before voters step into polling booths. Within parties like the All Progressives Congress and the Peoples Democratic Party, power is first negotiated through caucus politics, loyalty networks and financial influence. Caucus Politics and Internal Power Blocs Party structures are layered around influential caucuses — elders, youth, […]
Nigerian Air Travellers Stranded as US–Israel–Iran Conflict Shuts Middle East Airspace
Hundreds of Nigerian air travellers have been stranded following escalating hostilities between the United States, Israel, and Iran, triggering widespread Middle East airspace closures and international flight cancellations. Airlines including Qatar Airways, Emirates, Air France, Lufthansa, and Air India have suspended operations across affected routes. Passengers departing Nigeria were reportedly deboarded after authorities shut down […]
FIFA Delays Verdict on Nigeria vs DR Congo World Cup Eligibility Dispute
Nigeria’s football community is growing increasingly frustrated as FIFA continues to delay its verdict on the eligibility dispute between the Super Eagles and DR Congo following the Africa 2026 World Cup play-off. The protest, filed by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) in December, questions the eligibility of several DR Congo players allegedly holding dual nationality. […]
Senate Pledges State Police Amendment Before End of 2026
The Nigerian Senate has vowed to conclude the constitutional amendment process required to establish state police before the end of 2026, marking a major step in Nigeria’s security reform efforts. Senate spokesperson, Yemi Adaramodu, confirmed that lawmakers will immediately resume work on the 1999 Constitution review once plenary reconvenes. The move follows a formal request […]
Edo PDP Hails Court Validation of 2025 National Convention, Says People’s Will Prevails
The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has welcomed the ruling of the Oyo State High Court which upheld the party’s November 15 and 16, 2025 National Convention, describing it as a decisive victory for internal democracy and constitutional order. In a statement issued by the party’s Publicity Secretary, Dan Osa-Ogbegie, the […]