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IPI Demands Immediate Reopening of Closed Radio Station in Niger

Minna: The International Press Institute (IPI) Nigeria has condemned the suspension of Badegi 90.1 FM, an independent radio station operating in Minna, Niger State. The closure was reportedly ordered by Governor Umaru Bago over the station’s alleged broadcast of content critical of his administration. According to News Agency of Nigeria, this development was detailed in […]

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Nigeria and Algeria Strengthen Bilateral Relations Through Diplomatic Engagement

Algiers: Nigeria and Algeria have reaffirmed their commitments to strengthening bilateral relations following a high-level diplomatic engagement between the foreign affairs ministers of both countries. Amb. Yusuf Tuggar represented Nigeria while Amb. Ahmed Attaf represented Algeria during the meeting. According to News Agency of Nigeria, a statement by Alkasim Abdulkadir, Special Assistant on Media and […]

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ADC Coalition Faces Uncertainty Amidst Presidential Ambitions

Abuja: How long can the euphoria that greeted the recent official adoption of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as the platform for the 2027 general elections by some key opposition figures in Nigeria last? This is the germane question agitating the minds of some analysts and watchers of the unfolding political events in the country. […]

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Afrobasket: Tinubu Lauds D’Tigress for Making Historic Final

Abuja: President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, for reaching the final of the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket for the fifth consecutive time, following a win over Senegal. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the president’s message is contained in a statement issued by Presidential Spokesperson, Mr. Bayo Onanuga. Nigerian defeated Senegal […]

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UNICEF Empowers Over 95,000 Adolescents in Katsina with Vital Skills

Katsina: The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has empowered 95,556 adolescent girls and boys in Katsina State with financial literacy, safe spaces, and vocational skills. Mr. Muntaka Muhammad-Mukhtar, Education Specialist at UNICEF’s Kano Field Office, made this announcement during a community town-hall meeting in Katsina. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the gathering aimed to […]