Nigeria

Nigeria approves additional state for southeast amid equity push

29 oktober 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.

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.

Vice chancellor urges youths to adopt strategies against poverty

A vice chancellor has encouraged young people in Nigeria to implement effective strategies to fight poverty.

Hopesalive initiative empowers 60 young women with tech skills

The Hopesalive Initiative has trained 60 young women in technology skills to help close the gender gap in the sector. This program aims to boost female participation in tech fields.

Nigeria's pension crisis burdens retired civil servants

In Nigeria, retirement has turned into a struggle for thousands of civil servants who face delays in receiving pensions and gratuities. Elderly pensioners endure long queues and repeated verifications at offices like the PTAD in Abuja, while protests erupt across states demanding unpaid entitlements. The crisis highlights deep-rooted issues of corruption and mismanagement in the pension system.

Rights group demands justice for six traders killed in Lagos

The National Coalition Against Mass Killings, Extra-Judicial Killings, Mob Actions and Impunity (NCAMKI) has called for accountability following the alleged killing of six traders at the Owode Onirin Spare Parts Market in Lagos by police officers from Nasarawa State. The group condemned the incident as a moral disgrace and highlighted the lack of prosecution for the implicated officers. It urged authorities to act swiftly to prevent further impunity.

Senate confirms new service chiefs nominated by Tinubu

29 oktober 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.

Nigeria's ai strategy gains momentum with key investments

30 oktober 2025 Adebayo Oluwaseun

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.