Today’s News Headlines from Nigeria
Politics & Governance
- Former Lagos lawmaker says Tinubu’s 2027 re-election is unstoppable
- Amaechi says only citizens can stop Tinubu in 2027
- Wike’s aide blames ADC spokesman for PDP’s downfall
- Coalition: Wike’s aide criticizes Bolaji Abdullahi’s credibility
- Tinubu’s complete failure evident as Trump sidelines Nigeria
- Galadima praises ADC coalition as resistance to dictatorship
- Peter Obi has not officially left Labour Party, says Peter Ameh
- PDP chieftain blames greed and power lust for party’s failure
- Ohonbamu urges support for Tinubu’s development agenda in Edo
- Senate begins constitution review, focuses on state police and electoral reform
- Lagos assembly proposes new correctional centre
- Wike challenges Amaechi to popularity contest in 2027
- Showunmi predicts failure of Atiku-led coalition
- Bode George tells Atiku and PDP members to pick one side in coalition
- ADC lawmaker criticizes coalition, says it won’t work
- Wike’s aide tells Amaechi to wait till 2027
- Profiles of emerging politicians seeking to transform Nigeria
- NNPP’s Galadima says every political party needs Kwankwaso
- Coalition: Galadima reveals Kwankwaso’s position
- Amaechi promises one-term presidency if given ADC ticket
- Datti Baba-Ahmed claims he predicted the ADC coalition two years ago
- Coalition should be challenged, says Bwala, calling members internally displaced politicians
- Wike says ADC coalition will drag Nigeria backward
- PDP clarifies that David Mark and Atiku’s coalition moves are not official party positions
Economy & Development
- Cranes Today: Denzai completes its first African project
- ECOWAS Bank approves $100m for Lagos-Calabar coastal highway
- Dangote dispute escalates publicly
- Nigeria’s fiscal deficit expected to widen in 2025 due to oil revenue shortfall
- AMCON confirms sale of Ibadan DisCo for N100 billion
- Senate passes bill to establish Bitumen Development Commission
- EBID commits $100 million to Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway
- NEPC dismisses report on promotion exam irregularities
- Zenith Bank named Nigeria’s top bank for 16th year by Tier-1 capital
- NERC reports DisCos generated N553.63b in Q1
- GTCO targets $100m equity raise, plans London Stock Exchange listing
- MTN and 9mobile to roll out nationwide roaming by end of July
- Nigeria’s exchange rate gap narrows as FX inflows rise
Social Issues & Law
- DSS accuses Mumuye youth leader of IPOB links, files terrorism charges
- Borno women demand political inclusion
- Kaduna farmer abducted, son killed by suspected attackers
- Pastor Enenche arrested after attending Abba Moro’s birthday
- TikToker Tsulange sentenced to one year in prison in Kano
- Nigerian man pleads guilty in $6m U.S. inheritance scam
- Police arrest pastor linked to land fraud in Abuja
- Nigerian soldier allegedly kills phone repairer over girlfriend’s phone
Health & Education
- NMA criticizes Tinubu’s plan to export doctors to Saint Lucia
- National summit on food security and nutrition to hold July 10
- Shettima to open food security summit
- Ogun State launches AI fellowship for developers
- Nigerian NGO urges inclusive voting for PWDs
- Redeemer’s University ranks best in Africa for SDG 6
- Interview: Former VC says universities should lead in solving national issues
Diplomacy & International Relations
- Tinubu tells Nigerians in Saint Lucia that oil smuggling has been curbed
- London Mayor Sadiq Khan to visit Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa
- Nigeria signs MoU with Saint Lucia to boost tourism and creative industries
- Tems launches initiative to support African women in music
- Akua Aboagye denied U.S. entry
- Tinubu mourns legendary goalkeeper Peter Rufai
- Peter Obi praises Peter Rufai for his contributions to Nigerian football
Tech, Innovation & Infrastructure
- Nigeria to unveil smart police stations nationwide
- Naseni to build renewable energy factories in Abuja
- Niger, Nasarawa launch digital skills initiative
- Oyo issues Certificate of Occupancy for Rayfield Gardens City Estate
- FG approves Apapa and TCIP infrastructure upgrades
- Dangote Group subsidiary appoints new non-executive director
Culture & Society
- Profiles of young leaders pushing for change in Nigeria
- NGO organizes biodiversity recovery and monitoring in Ogoni
- Documentary on late politician Koleosho to premiere Sept 2
- BIC pledges support for youth empowerment via creative programs
Religion
- ‘Bedbugs of religion’ commentary explores challenges in religious practice
Public Opinion & Commentary
- “The Rule of Law and Nigeria’s Democracy” – Opinion piece
- AllAfrica report: Protesters demand accountability in governance
- ‘When Distant Wars Hit Home’ – global conflict’s effect on Nigeria
