NPC Raises Alarm as Only 40% of Nigerian Births Are Registered

The National Population Commission (NPC) has raised concerns over Nigeria’s low birth registration rate, revealing that only about 40 per cent of births in the country are currently registered. NPC Chairman, Dr Aminu Yusuf, disclosed this on Tuesday in Abuja at a media briefing to mark the 2026 Africa Civil Registration and Vital Statistics (CRVS)... Read More

Africa News

August 11, 2026

Osun Governorship Race Intensifies as Parties Step Up Final Campaigns

With only days to Saturday’s governorship election, major political parties in Osun State have intensified their campaigns, seeking to win over voters across the state. The African Democratic Congress (ADC) held its final campaign rally in Osogbo on Thursday, urging voters to support its candidate and former Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly,... Read More

Africa News

August 11, 2026

Trump Warns FIFA Against Replacing Infantino, Calls Move a ‘Terrible Mistake

US President Donald Trump has warned FIFA against removing Gianni Infantino as president of world football’s governing body, describing any attempt to replace him as a “terrible mistake.” Trump issued the warning in a post on his Truth Social platform on Tuesday, as Infantino faces growing pressure over a controversial proposal to open up part... Read More

Africa News

August 11, 2026

Tinubu Reaffirms Commitment to Peace, Unity as Muslim World League Holds Abuja Security Summit

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to peaceful coexistence, religious harmony and national unity as the Muslim World League, in collaboration with the Jama’atu Izalatil Bidiah Wa Iqamatus Sunnah (JIBWIS), holds an international security conference in Abuja. The conference, scheduled for Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference... Read More

Africa News

August 11, 2026

2027: Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso, Makinde Set for August 18 Summit as G100 Pushes Opposition Unity

The G100, a coalition of concerned Nigerians, has concluded the first phase of consultations with leaders of six opposition parties as part of efforts to build a united political front ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a statement issued on Monday and signed by Salihu Moh. Lukman, the group said it had consulted key... Read More

Africa News

August 11, 2026

Coup Plot: Colonel Ma’aji Breaks Silence, Cites Patriotism, Frustration

Nigerian Army Colonel Mohammed Ma’aji, accused of involvement in an alleged plot to overthrow President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, has attributed his actions to what he described as patriotism, frustration and concerns over the worsening conditions in the country. Ma’aji, in a statement made available on Monday, apologised for his alleged involvement and appealed to... Read More

Africa News

August 11, 2026

2027: Atiku, Obi, Makinde, Others Begin Talks on Opposition Alliance Against Tinubu

Presidential candidates and opposition leaders, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, Donald Duke, Adebayo Adewole Ebenezer and Sandy Onor, have commenced fresh consultations on plans to forge a common political front against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general... Read More

Africa News

August 11, 2026

Petrol Price Drops Again as Filling Stations Slash Pump Prices

Filling stations across Nigeria have again reduced the pump price of petrol following a fresh price cut by the Dangote Refinery. A market survey on Monday showed that MRS filling stations in Abuja and its environs reduced their petrol price to N1,210 per litre, from N1,260, representing a N50 reduction per litre. Similarly, AA Rano... Read More

Africa News

August 11, 2026

Gov. Ododo Charges Auditors to Harness AI, Protect Public Funds for Development

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has charged Auditor General for Local Governments across Nigeria to embrace Artificial Intelligence and other emerging technologies to strengthen accountability, block financial leakages and ensure that public resources translate into tangible development for citizens. Governor Ododo gave the charge on... Read More

Africa News, Breaking News, Business, Governance, Nigeria News, Politics

August 10, 2026

Akasoba Duke-Abiola: The Nigerian Candidature Seeking a Place in the UN Secretary-General Race

The race to succeed António Guterres as Secretary-General of the United Nations is entering an important stage, with Member States putting forward candidates for one of the most influential international positions in the world. The Secretary-General serves as the chief administrative officer of the United Nations and plays a central diplomatic role in bringing international... Read More

Africa News, Breaking News, Business, UK News, World News

NPC Raises Alarm as Only 40% of Nigerian Births Are Registered

Osun Governorship Race Intensifies as Parties Step Up Final Campaigns

Trump Warns FIFA Against Replacing Infantino, Calls Move a ‘Terrible Mistake

Tinubu Reaffirms Commitment to Peace, Unity as Muslim World League Holds Abuja Security Summit

2027: Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso, Makinde Set for August 18 Summit as G100 Pushes Opposition Unity

Coup Plot: Colonel Ma’aji Breaks Silence, Cites Patriotism, Frustration

2027: Atiku, Obi, Makinde, Others Begin Talks on Opposition Alliance Against Tinubu

Petrol Price Drops Again as Filling Stations Slash Pump Prices

Gov. Ododo Charges Auditors to Harness AI, Protect Public Funds for Development

Akasoba Duke-Abiola: The Nigerian Candidature Seeking a Place in the UN Secretary-General Race

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