Nigeria News in English

Good morning! It’s 5th February, and here’s your Nigeria daily news capsule.

Bandits kill police officer and four others in Benue during a terrorist attack.

Sokoto Governor launches sale of subsidized fertilizer for dry season farming in Wurno.

Ministry collaborates with World Bank and AFDB on climate action initiatives.

Fishing and anchoring cause 80% of submarine cable damage, warns the ITU.

INEC finalizes election timetable for 2027 despite delays in Electoral Act passage.

Federal Government demands action from IOCs to boost Nigeria's oil production.

Nigerian singer dies after snakebite, highlighting preventable fatalities crisis.

Tinubu assures no going back on economic reforms during World Bank meeting.

Wike and labor unions reach agreement, ending the FCT workers’ strike.

South Africa joins Afreximbank, unveiling an $8 billion program for growth.

Niger military government plans to sue French uranium giant over environmental issues.

US aims to re-engage Sahel nations as Russia strengthens influence in the region.

Government securities account for 11% of banks’ assets in Nigeria, says S&P Global.

MTN Foundation expands digital skills training for SMEs, benefiting over 6000 microbusinesses.

Rwanda reports significant progress in cervical cancer elimination efforts.

That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!