Metro
US Official's Upcoming Visit to Nigeria Shows New Approach to West Africa
Frank Garcia, the US Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, will visit Nigeria, marking a shift towards a more strategic US engagement in West Africa.
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Metro
Uba Sani names new aides and board leaders
Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has appointed new aides and board leaders to improve governance and service delivery. The changes aim to bring fresh energy into public service.
Metro
Ghana's Tarkwa Talks Are Shaping Africa's Mining Future
Ghana is leading discussions on changing mining agreements to gain more local benefits from its resources. The Tarkwa talks highlight the need for better governance and local participation.
Metro
KWASU researchers win international and national grants
KWASU researchers have won significant grants from TWAS-UNESCO and the National Research Fund, highlighting the university's strong research reputation.
Metro
Bauchi Police Look Into Claims of Torture and Death of Young Man
The Bauchi State Police Command is looking into the death of Abdullahi Adamu, a 20-year-old man, allegedly killed by officers during questioning.
Metro
Police raid criminal hideouts in Abia, arrest 31 over drugs
The Abia State Police arrested 31 suspects for illegal drugs in recent raids. The operation aimed to disrupt criminal activities in the state.
Metro
Yobe and Adamawa Boost Security Against Illegal Mining
Yobe and Adamawa state governments are increasing security to tackle illegal mining, which is linked to banditry and insurgency in Nigeria.
Metro
Man faces court for alleged possession of human skull
Olarewaju Abiodun, 35, has been charged with possession of a human skull in Ado-Ekiti. He pleaded not guilty and was granted bail.
Politics
Pantami Raises Alarm Over Intimidation During Gombe Tour
Former Minister Pantami alleges intimidation of his supporters by government officials during his tour in Gombe State. He emphasizes his right to move freely.
Metro
Businesses Stay Positive Despite High Taxes and Insecurity - CBN Report
Despite facing high taxes and insecurity, Nigerian businesses remain optimistic, with a Business Confidence Index of 7.2 in June 2026, according to the CBN.
Metro
Police nab two men for selling fake phones in Adamawa
The Adamawa State Police have arrested two men for selling fake phones. They defrauded customers through a network of agents in the state.
Metro
Nigerian man escapes South Africa after xenophobic attacks, leaves daughters behind
Okafor Ugochukwu, a Nigerian man, fled South Africa after surviving xenophobic attacks that ruined his life. He left his daughters behind in search of safety.