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Nigeria Summons South African Envoy Over Anti-Foreigner Protests, Seeks Protection for Citizens

May 4, 2026

The Federal Government of Nigeria has summoned South Africa’s Acting High Commissioner to Abuja over rising tensions linked to recent anti-foreigner protests in the country, amid concerns for the safety of Nigerian

Africa·FEATURES·Top Stories

Nigeria, Angola Passport Deal:Win for Officials, Snub for Citizens

February 16, 2026

It was meant to be a story of African diplomacy. On the sidelines of the African Union summit in Addis Ababa this weekend, Nigeria’s Foreign Minister, Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, stood alongside his

Naira Devaluation Will Cause Negative Impact Of $22m On Revenues, Airtel Africa Says

Business News·Top Stories

Nigerian Market Now Accounts For 24% Of Airtel Africa’s Revenue

February 6, 2026

The Nigerian market accounted for 24.06 percent of Airtel’s revenue in Africa in 2025, rising from 20.28 percent in 2024, as the Nigerian subsidiary’s customer base grew by 8 percent year-on-year, from

Finance & Economy·News·Nigeria·Top Stories·World News

Nigeria ‘Sixth Biggest Contributor’ to Global Growth in 2026 – IMF

February 1, 2026

Nigeria is expected to rank as the world’s sixth-largest contributor to global economic growth in 2026, according to new data from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The IMF says Africa’s biggest economy

FEATURES·Nigeria·Top Stories

Why a Five-Year-Old US Grant is Suddenly Trending in Nigeria

January 29, 2026

A burst of online excitement this week around Sungbo’s Eredo, one of Africa’s largest ancient monuments, has been driven not by a new discovery or fresh funding, but by a reminder. On

FEATURES·Power·Top Stories

Nigeria’s Grid Collapse: More Than a Power Cut

January 27, 2026

Nigeria’s national electricity grid collapsed again on Tuesday, 27 January 2026, cutting power across large parts of the country and deepening a sense of exhaustion among citizens for whom blackouts have become

News

Nigeria Army Officers to Face Coup Charges

January 26, 2026

The Nigerian military has confirmed that some of the 16 officers detained last year are to face trial over an alleged attempt to overthrow President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s government. The confirmation comes

News·Nigeria·Top Stories

Times Higher Education Lists 24 Nigerian Universities in Global Ranking

January 23, 2026

For the first time, 24 Nigerian universities have been listed in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings by Subject. Released on the 21 of January 2026, the listing makes Nigeria

News·Security·Top Stories

Army Denies Mutiny Threat Amid Pay Rumours

January 19, 2026

The Nigerian Army has dismissed reports suggesting soldiers threatened mutiny over salaries and allowances, calling the claims “false and misleading.” In a statement on Monday, Colonel Appolonia Anele, Acting Director of Army

News·Nigeria·Security·Top Stories

How Nigerian Trader’s Data Sparked US Air Strikes in Sokoto

January 19, 2026

A US air strike in Sokoto State over the Christmas period was reportedly influenced by intelligence supplied not by a government agency, but by a Nigerian trader in Onitsha. Emeka Umeagbalasi, a

News·Nigeria·Security·Top Stories

Retired Nigerian Soldiers Scramble for Food

January 16, 2026

A video showing retired Nigerian military personnel struggling to collect food during an official ceremony in Abuja has gone viral, prompting renewed debate about conditions of service and post-retirement welfare in the

News·Nigeria·Security·Top Stories

Nigeria Defence Minister Warns Gumi Against Supporting Terrorists

January 14, 2026

Nigeria’s Defence Minister, retired Lieutenant General Christopher Musa, has warned Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmed Gumi and others against portraying bandits as part of a wider northern brotherhood. General Musa, in a statement

News·Nigeria·Top Stories

Nigeria to Appoint Five New Permanent Secretaries

January 14, 2026

The Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF) has announced plans to appoint five new Permanent Secretaries to fill current and upcoming vacancies in Adamawa, Ogun, Kano,

News·Politics·Top Stories

Nigeria, UAE Sign Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement in Abu Dhabi

January 13, 2026

Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Tuesday signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), a deal aimed at deepening trade, investment and economic cooperation between both countries, Prime Business Africa

News·Top Stories

Nigeria–Venezuela Comparison Sparks Heated Exchange Between Bashir Ahmad, Activist Gerasolius

January 4, 2026

A heated exchange has erupted on social media over comparisons between Nigeria and Venezuela, following a public disagreement between former presidential aide Bashir Ahmad and international activist Elias Gerasolius. The debate began

FEATURES·Opinion

The Igbo Culture of Widowship: Stopping The Stereotypes, Way Forward

June 26, 2025

The Igbo culture on inheritance as regards the rights of a widow is a curios one. Previously in most parts of the South Eastern states of Nigeria, when a man dies, his

Celebrity News·Top Stories

Legendary Mike Ejeagha Dies At 95

June 7, 2025

Nigeria’s Highlife legend, Mike Ejeagha, fondly called ‘Gentleman Mike Ejeagha’ has died at the age of 95, following a protracted illness according to his family. Ejeagha’s eldest son, Emmanuel, disclosed the passing

Sports

Russia, Nigeria End Moscow Friendly On Stalemate

June 6, 2025

The Super Eagles of Nigeria came from a goal down to hold Russia to a 1-1 draw in Friday’s international friendly at the Luzniski Stadium in Moscow, reports Prime Business Africa. The

Sports

Friendly Against Russia: NFF Assures Nigerian Fans of Super Eagles’ Safety

June 4, 2025

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has reassured Nigerians, fans of the Super Eagles of safety despite the political tension in Russia. Russia launched a devastating attack on Ukraine with most world leaders

Sports

Unity Cup 2025: Super Eagles Beat Jamaica 5-4 On Penalties

May 31, 2025

Three-time African champions, Nigeria’s Super Eagles on Saturday evening edged Raggee Boyz of Jamaica 5-4 on penalties at the GTech Community Stadium in London to win the latest instalment of the tournament,

Africa

Nigeria, AfDB Sign Agreement To Replenish $500m Trust Fund

May 30, 2025

Nigeria and the African Development Bank (AfDB) have signed an agreement to replenish the Nigeria Trust Fund (NTF) with $500 million and extend its operation to 2040. The agreement signing ceremony was

Sports

Indomitable Lionesses Arrive Nigeria For Super Falcons’ Friendlies

May 30, 2025

Cameroon’s women senior national team, the Indomitable Lionesses, are expected to arrive Nigeria Friday evening ahead of double-header friendlies against Nigeria’s Super Falcons. Prime Business Africa gathered from the team’s travelling itenary

Sports

Transfer Window: Chelsea Activates Delap’s Release Clause

May 29, 2025

Chelsea on Thursday activated the £30m release clause of Ipswich Town striker Liam Delap, according to multiple sources in the English media. Delap attracted interests from other English Premier League sides like

Sports

Unity Cup: Super Eagles Set To Dim Ghana’s Stars

May 28, 2025

Three-time African champions Nigeria will face perennial West African rivals Ghana in the second semifinals of the 2025 Unity Cup Wednesday night, reports Prime Business Africa. The game tonight kicks off at

Celebrity News·Entertainment

Wizkid, Ayra Starr Make Streaming History On Social Media

May 26, 2025

Afrobeats sensations, Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, best known in the Afrobeats music genre as Wizkid, and Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe aka Ayra Starr, have both recorded another significant milestones in their illustrious careers, reports

Sports

CAF U-20 AFCON: Four Takeaways From Flying Eagles Win Over Egypt

May 18, 2025

Nigeria’s Flying Eagles finished their campaign in the CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt with a 4-1 victory over the hosts after penalty shootouts. The Flying Eagles also won the

Sports

CAF U-20 AFCON: Flying Eagles Rating In Bronze Medal Clash Against Egypt

May 18, 2025

Nigeria’s Flying Eagles on Sunday at the June 30 stadium in Cairo beat host nation, Egypt 4-1 on penalties to win the third place match in the CAF U-20 Africa Cup of

Sports

CAF U-20 AFCON Update: South Africa Beat Nigeria In Semifinals

May 15, 2025

Nigeria’s Flying Eagles were beaten 1-0 by South Africa’s U-20 men’s national team on Thursday in the first semifinals of the CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt, reports Prime Business

Sports

FIBA 2027 World Cup Qualifiers: Nigeria’s DTigers Drawn With Rwanda, Guinea, Tunisia

May 13, 2025

Nigeria’s path to the 2027 FIBA Men’s World Cup was laid on Tuesday evening with the draw ceremony for qualifiers to the tournament in Doha, Qatar, reports Prime Business Africa. A total

Sports

Super Eagles Striker, Awoniyi, Undergoes ‘Urgent’ Surgery

May 13, 2025

Super Eagles striker, Taiwo Awoniyi, has undergone a corrective surgery on a serious abdominal injury sustained in Nottingham Forest’s Premier League game against Leicester City. The former Liverpool forward, collided with the

Agro-Economy·News

Food Insecurity: Nigeria among 45 countries in need of assistance – FAO

Nigeria is among 45 countries in need of external assistance for food, the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the United Nations has said. In its latest Crop Prospects and Food Situation Report, FAO said the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, primarily

July 8, 2021

Finance & Economy·News·Personal Finance

Nigerian traders share experiences after FG’s ban on Cryptocurrency

In a country where unemployment is on the rise (National Bureau of Statistics pegs Q4, 2020 unemployment rate at 33.3%) young Nigerians have taken to trading in cryptocurrency as a means of employment. This is what necessitated the uproar among the youths

July 3, 2021

Transport·Finance & Economy·News

Properly positioned, Nigeria’s aviation sector to boost its GDP – Expert

Some of Nigeria’s international airports have in the last few years been expanded and refurbished in an attempt to upgrade them to become modern standards. This and more are part of concerted efforts being made by the Nigerian government to ensure that

July 3, 2021

Finance & Economy·Agro-Economy·Insights·Opinion

Video: Cannabis Market’s Worth $90bn In 4 Years; What Does Nigeria Think?

In November 2020, Mexican lawmakers passed a bill to legalise the recreational use of cannabis. The move is poised to set the country to become the world’s largest marijuana market, a position it might have loathed about three decades ago. And since

June 29, 2021

Finance & Economy·FEATURES

Rising Food Prices: Unending burden on poor Nigerians

The cost of food items in Nigeria is on the increase. Millions of poor Nigerians unable to catch up are groaning and sinking deeper into poverty. In most families, the standard three square meals per day are no longer guaranteed as food

June 24, 2021

News·Finance & Economy

Stop borrowing to fund recurrent expenditure, experts tell FG

Economists and communication experts have asked that the Nigerian government deploy its borrowed funds for capital projects rather than service recurrent expenditures. The charge was given at a panel discussion on the theme ‘Debt Burden and Quest for Economic Recovery’. The event

June 22, 2021

News

Unemployment to plunge more Nigerians into poverty – NESG

Many Nigerians are expected to fall into the poverty trap amid rising unemployment in the country, the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) said on Friday. “With the COVID-19 crisis heightening the rate of joblessness, many Nigerians are expected to fall into the

June 19, 2021

News

Nigeria borrowed N1.3tn in four years to subsidise electricity – World Bank

The World Bank has said that the Federal Government has borrowed a total of N1.3tn since 2017 to ensure that generation companies and gas suppliers received enough payments to continue generating electricity. The bank disclosed this in its ‘Resilience through Reforms’ report.

June 17, 2021

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