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- 1Dangote hires refinery engineers for new Kenya crude plantβAliko Dangote, Africaβs richest person, has hired the engineers that built his Lagos refinery to work on the new crude p
Aliko Dangote, Africa's richest person, has hired the engineers who built his massive Lagos refinery to work on a new crude processing plant in Kenya. Construction is set to begin this month, marking an expansion of his refining business beyond Nigeria and a potentially significant investment in East Africa's energy infrastructure.
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Rising sea levels are putting Nigeria's coastal communities at growing risk, threatening homes, livelihoods and infrastructure along the country's shoreline. The story highlights the pressures of coastal erosion and flooding on residents in low-lying areas, adding Nigeria to the list of countries facing acute exposure to climate-driven sea level rise.
- 3Shettima urges permanent African seat on UN Security CouncilβShettima calls for permanent African representation on the UN Security Council β Premium Times Nigeria
Nigerian Vice President Kashim Shettima has called for permanent African representation on the United Nations Security Council, arguing the continent deserves a standing voice in global security decisions. The demand echoes the long-running Ezulwini consensus, backed by the African Union, which seeks at least two permanent seats for Africa. The appeal comes amid ongoing debate over reforming the council, whose permanent membership has remained unchanged since 1945.
- 4Nigeria seen hitting 5% growth as Kenya faces rate hikesβCOMMENT: Nigeria heads for 5% growth as Kenya faces rate hikes, Capital Economics says
Capital Economics forecasts Nigeria's economy growing at around 5%, while Kenya is expected to face further interest rate increases. The contrasting outlook highlights diverging monetary pressures across Africa's major economies, with Nigeria's expansion outpacing Kenya's as East Africa grapples with inflation and tighter policy.
- 5What #EndSARS left behind in Nigeria's young generationβWhat #EndSARS left behind in Nigeria: A generation caught between protest, politics, and departure
Five years after the #EndSARS protests against police brutality, Nigeria's young activists are described as a generation caught between continued political engagement and growing plans to leave the country. The movement, which peaked in October 2020 with mass demonstrations and the Lekki tollgate shootings, has faded as organised protest, but its legacy shapes debates about governance, youth disillusionment, and emigration driven by economic hardship and insecurity.
- 6Cholera Outbreak Contained At Kano Custodial CentreβΌCholera Outbreak At Kano Custodial Centre Contained β NCoS
The Nigeria Correctional Service says a cholera outbreak at the Kano Custodial Centre has been contained, with no further spread reported among inmates or staff. Health authorities are said to have responded quickly to the cases detected inside the facility. The announcement comes amid concerns about cholera outbreaks across Nigeria during the current season, prompting attention to sanitation and health conditions in detention facilities.
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Nigeria against Sierra Leone is drawing search interest, likely tied to a football fixture between the two West African nations. The Super Eagles and the Leone Stars have met in qualifiers before, and any new meeting tends to spark attention among Nigerian fans tracking the team's progress. Details of the match result or date remain limited.
- 8SERAP Demands Answers from Nigeria's Central Bank over Missing TrillionsβΌSERAP seeks explanation from CBN over β¦1.63 trillion and $6.23 million
Nigeria's Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has asked the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to explain the whereabouts of β¦1.63 trillion and $6.23 million. The group wants details on how the funds were managed or spent, pressing the bank for transparency and accountability over public money under its control.
- 9Nigerian Pastor Cited by Trump Buries Members Amid KillingsβNigerian Pastor Referenced by Trump Buries Members Amid Ongoing Killings
A Nigerian pastor who was publicly referenced by Donald Trump has buried members of his congregation as killings continue in the region. The deaths add to ongoing violence affecting Christian communities in Nigeria, which has drawn international attention and criticism over the government's handling of the security crisis.
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Six inmates have died within a single week at a prison in Kano, Nigeria, in what authorities suspect is a cholera outbreak. Health officials are working to confirm the cause and contain the spread of the disease within the facility, which has raised concerns about overcrowding, sanitation and access to medical care for detainees.
- 11Tombo people demand action over persistent terror killings in BenueβΌTerror attacks: Tombo people demand urgent action as killings persist in Benue
The Tombo community in Benue State, Nigeria, has called for urgent government intervention as terrorist attacks and killings continue in their area. The appeal, reported by Vanguard News, underscores growing frustration among local residents over persistent insecurity in the state, which has suffered repeated attacks on rural communities.
- 12Cholera Outbreak at Kurmawa Prison Contained After Two DeathsβΌKurmawa Prison Cholera Outbreak Contained After Two Deaths β NCoS
Nigeria Correctional Service says a cholera outbreak at Kurmawa Prison in Kano has been contained after claiming the lives of two inmates. Officials report the situation is now under control, with measures taken to stop further spread within the facility. The outbreak has raised concerns about health and sanitation conditions in the country's detention centres.
- 13Waste Collection Gaps Strain Lagos Residential InfrastructureβWaste Collection Gaps Add Pressure to Lagosβ Residential Infrastructure
Gaps in waste collection services are adding pressure to Lagos' residential infrastructure, according to a report on Nigeria's housing market. Irregular refuse pickup affects living conditions in residential areas, compounding existing infrastructure challenges in one of Africa's fastest-growing cities. The issue highlights broader concerns about whether public services can keep pace with the city's rapid population growth and housing demand.
- 14Foundation trains Ogun parents on positive parenting to curb child abuseβChild abuse: Foundation sensitises parents on positive parenting in Ogun
A foundation in Ogun State, Nigeria, has begun sensitising parents on positive parenting practices as a way of preventing child abuse. The initiative focuses on teaching caregivers non-violent discipline and better child-rearing approaches. The campaign has been reported by Nigerian media, drawing attention to child protection efforts in the state.