Nigeria

Readers respond to Niyi Osundare's critique of Nigerian universities

A recent column in The Guardian Nigeria features diverse reader reactions to poet Niyi Osundare's ongoing discourse on the state of Nigerian universities. Contributors praise Osundare's insights while debating internal and external challenges facing higher education. They call for better funding, fair pay for lecturers, and systemic reforms to restore integrity.

Senate confirms new service chiefs nominated by Tinubu

29 ottobre 2025 Adebayo Oluwaseun

The Nigerian Senate has confirmed the appointments of new service chiefs, including the Chief of Defence Staff, as nominated by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The confirmation followed a closed-session screening on Wednesday. This move aims to strengthen the nation's military leadership.

Nigerian commentator critiques lawmakers' constituency projects

Jide Oyewusi, coordinator of Ethics Watch International Nigeria, has criticized the practice of constituency projects by Nigerian lawmakers in an opinion piece. He argues that this system misuses billions of naira meant for public services and undermines government ministries. Oyewusi calls for reverting project execution to relevant ministries while lawmakers focus on oversight.

International agencies decry malnutrition crisis in northern Nigeria

International non-governmental organizations have urged Nigeria's government and partners to act swiftly to save 600,000 severely malnourished children in northern states. The appeal came during the 16th Africa Food Security and Nutrition Day commemoration. Without intervention, 96,000 children risk death from October to December 2025.

Vfd group reports 61% profit surge to n7.99bn in q3 2025

Vfd group has reported a 61% increase in profits for the third quarter of 2025. The surge brings the company's profit to n7.99 billion.

Nigeria's ai strategy gains momentum with key investments

Nigeria is positioning itself as a leader in artificial intelligence through its national strategy and recent partnerships. A new report by Microsoft, PwC, and Lagos Business School highlights early successes and outlines a roadmap for broader adoption. The initiative aims to drive economic growth across sectors like agriculture and fintech.

Tinubu signs pardons instrument, excludes fraudsters and traffickers

29 ottobre 2025 Adebayo Oluwaseun

President Bola Tinubu has signed an instrument of pardons for certain individuals but reviewed the list to drop those convicted of serious crimes like fraud, kidnapping, and trafficking. This decision aims to balance mercy with public safety concerns.

Nigeria approves additional state for southeast amid equity push

29 ottobre 2025 Adebayo Oluwaseun

The Nigerian government has approved the creation of an additional state in the southeast region, a move hailed by Senator Osita Izunaso as a step toward equity and justice among geopolitical zones. This development addresses long-standing calls for balanced representation across Nigeria's regions. Izunaso emphasized that it marks a significant embrace of fairness in federal structure.