Thursday, July 16, 2026

Nigerian news

July 10, 2026

NCDC records rise in Lassa fever cases as death toll hits 221

The NCDC said the new confirmed cases were reported in Bauchi, Ondo, Taraba and Benue states.

Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention
July 10, 2026

Lagos businessman bags 28-month jail term for N822.4 million theft

The EFCC amended the charge against the suspect and his company after he opted for a plea bargain midway through the trial.

LAGOS HIGH COURT
July 10, 2026

Orphanage managers urge sustained support for vulnerable children

They urged Nigerians to sustain support for vulnerable children through donations, volunteer services and other humanitarian interventions.

Children in Nigeria
July 10, 2026

Peace Corps seeks inclusion in security reform, cites 187,000-member capacity

He said the organisation’s nationwide network could strengthen grassroots security and enhance national peace-building efforts.

Peace Corps of Nigeria
July 10, 2026

Envoy pledges robust engagement, collaboration between Nigeria, Benin

“We want to see better integration of our peoples and enhanced collaboration in terms of commerce that will facilitate trade across the borders,” she said.

Mopelola Ibrahim
July 10, 2026

Lawmaker backs legislative bill on femicide

The bill seeks to prevent femicide in the country.

Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Diaspora, Tolulope Akande-Sadipe
July 10, 2026

Residents count losses as floods destroy homes, businesses in Lagos communities

Lagos residents count losses as rain floods homes across several communities in the state.

July 10, 2026

CSOs urge assessment of National Assembly’s proposed electoral college for women legislators

“The proposal is unfamiliar to many stakeholders and understandably raises concerns, but we must carefully interrogate it instead of dismissing it outright,” he said.

National Assembly Complex
July 10, 2026

LG chairman bans indiscriminate placement of banners, posters at Badagry roundabout 

“This will also improve visibility for motorists, prevent obstruction of traffic signs and maintain the aesthetic of one of Badagry’s busiest gateway corridors,” he said.

Badagry roundabout
July 10, 2026

Digital payments power Nigeria’s $11.09 billion food service industry: Moniepoint Study

The study projected that the market would reach $19.31 billion by 2030, expanding at an annual rate of 11.73 per cent.

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