News & Current Affairs

Uchechi Okporie

Oct 21, 2026

A medical expert has warned Nigerians against kissing, hugging and handshaking following the reported confirmation of an imported Ebola case in Abuja. Professor Oladapo Ashiru, President of the Academy of Medicine Specialties of Nigeria, gave the warning on Wednesday during an interview on Arise Television.

Uchechi Okporie

Oct 20, 2026

The rising cost of living in Nigeria has made it difficult for many families to meet their daily needs, especially when their income is not enough to cover basic expenses. Eze God's Praise, a trader at Ishieke Market in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, spoke to Next Africa Daily during a physical interview about the challenges Nigerians face in trying to make ends meet.

Uchechi Okporie

Oct 20, 2026

Africa's richest man, Aliko Dangote, has revealed how important his mobile phone is to his daily life, saying he would prefer being imprisoned rather than giving up his device.

Uchechi Okporie

Oct 19, 2026

A resident of Onitsha, Anambra State, Chioma Okofor, has urged parents and guardians to be careful with their children as December approaches.

Uchechi Okporie

Oct 17, 2026

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Uchechi Okporie

Oct 17, 2026

Chinwendu Lillian Iteshi has advised Nigerian youths, particularly students in Ebonyi State, to acquire practical skills alongside their education to prepare for life after graduation.

Uchechi Okporie

Oct 16, 2026

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Uchechi Okporie

Oct 16, 2026

Electoral thuggery, vote buying, insecurity and bad governance are among the major concerns facing Nigeria, according to Michael Abbey, who called on the government to focus more on human capital development and the welfare of citizens.

Uchechi Okporie

Oct 13, 2026

A mother in Benin City, Edo State, has appealed to the government to address the rising cost of food and transportation, saying the situation is making it difficult for her to care for her children.

Uchechi Okporie

Oct 12, 2026

The Kano State Private and Voluntary Institutions Board has shut down nine private schools for failing to complete the required recertification process. The board also warned that any affected school that reopens without approval will face legal action.

Uchechi Okporie

Oct 12, 2026

The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has sworn in 68 legal practitioners as Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs) during a ceremony marking the commencement of the 2026/2027 legal year.

Uchechi Okporie

Oct 12, 2026

Senior Advocate Oba Maduabuchi has said that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) does not have the constitutional right to disqualify candidates.