Nigeria News in English

Good morning! It’s 19th August, and here’s your Nigeria daily news capsule.

Winners and losers emerge as Adeleke returns to Okefia House after Osun elections.

Nigeria influencer arrested after authorities seize cocaine worth twenty-eight million dollars destined for the UK.

Plateau government condemns fresh attacks as dozens are reported killed in the state.

Davido reveals calls from Dangote and Akpabio asking him to delete his tweet about the Osun election.

Nigeria kicks off the election race with the president in a strong position for 2027.

Tinubu's absence at the peace accord signing sends a concerning signal to opposition parties.

Adeleke denies any electoral deal with ADC amid claims surrounding his victory in Osun.

More voters and wider win margins for Adeleke highlighted in the latest election results report.

Weak sentiment wipes five hundred forty-four billion naira off equity market value this week.

Nigerian regulator probes cement sector for possible price manipulation amid rising costs.

Dangote Refinery secures one billion dollars backing ahead of its planned IPO.

Angelique Kidjo set to become the first African musician to receive a Hollywood star.

Ogogo's daughters seek help as the actor battles stage-four cancer and faces treatment challenges.

Bayern Munich star Jamal Musiala collapses on the pitch again, raising health concerns.

Sophie Adenot makes history as the first French woman to walk in space, a remarkable achievement.

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