Nigeria Vows New Investigation Into Girls Abducted By Boko Haram
President Muhammadu Buhari made the announcement after an emotional meeting with some of the girls’ families Thursday.
Anonymous Nigeria Hacks Government Sites
At least four Nigerian government websites were down Friday afternoon after Anonymous Nigeria declared a cyberwar against corruption, poverty and theft.
Leader Of Nigeria’s Ruling Party Arrested
Lawal Jafaru Isa, head of the ruling All Progressives Congress, is suspected of having links to the alleged diversion of $2 billion by former national security adviser Sambo Dasuki.
Nigeria Lawmaker Arraigned On Corruption Charges
Peoples Democratic Party former Acting Chairman Haliru Mohammed Bello and his son have been accused of money laundering and criminal breach of trust.
Nigeria Unsure Where Chibok Girls Are, Buhari Says
“We are looking for a credible Boko Haram leadership that will convince us that the girls are here and alive," Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari said Wednesday.
Nigerian Leader To Spend $91M On Presidential Villa
Muhammadu Buhari reportedly plans to outspend predecessor Goodluck Jonathan on a residence, but slash his food budget.
ISIS Says Boko Haram Launched 100 Attacks
Boko Haram pledged allegiance to ISIS in March. The militant group in Nigeria apparently has killed more than 1,000 people in the past two months.
Nigerian President Slammed By Rival Leader
Muhammadu Buhari has vowed to grow the economy and stabilize Nigeria's naira currency by eradicating corruption stemming from his predecessor.
Nigeria Lost $1B Per Month Under Goodluck Jonathan: Official
Africa's largest economy was losing about $1 billion per month due to corruption, according to Nigeria's former central bank governor.
Nigerian National Security Official Arrested For $2B Arms Fraud
Former Nigerian National Security Adviser Sambo Dasuki was allegedly involved in stealing money meant to be spent in the fight against terrorist group Boko Haram.
Nigeria Fires Its Anti-Corruption Boss
The move comes after President Muhammadu Buhari replaced his army, navy, air force and defense chiefs
Nigeria Could Unearth Major Oil Reserves Near Lake Chad
Emmanuel Ibe Kachikwu, chief of Nigerian National Petroleum Corp., said the firm is projecting an inflow of $20 billion next year.
Buhari's Cabinet To Take Office After 5-Month Wait For Nigeria
The Nigerian president didn't appoint his federal ministers until September, followed by approval from the Senate.
Nigerian Court Rejects Appeal To Halt Corruption Trial
Nigeria’s court of appeal rejected a bid Friday from the senate president seeking to squash his corruption trial.
Africa's Biggest Economy A 'National Emergency'
The chairman of Nigerian conglomerate Honeywell Group said Tuesday Africa’s biggest economy is in a state of “national emergency.”
Nigeria's Senate Screens Cabinet Nominees [LIVE STREAM]
Watch as Nigeria's Senate begins screening the nominees chosen by resident Muhammadi Buhari for ministerial positions in his new cabinet.
Nigeria's Senate Announces Buhari's Cabinet List
The president's cabinet list, which includes former members of Goodluck Jonathan's party, is religiously and geographically inclusive.
OPEC President, Nigeria's Ex-Petroleum Minister, Arrested
Diezana Alison-Madeuke, who served under former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan, was reportedly arrested Friday in London.
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Shell Nigera Halts Oil Exports From Key Pipeline
The stoppage is due to yet another leak, for which the Anglo-Dutch energy giant gave no reason.
Buhari Appoints Himself Nigeria's Petroleum Minister
Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari has named a petroleum minister in his new Cabinet: himself.
Nigeria Senate President Faces Corruption Charges
The embattled senate president failed to attend trial last week after Nigeria's Code of Conduct Tribunal issued a warrant for his arrest.
No More Currency Devaluation, Nigerian President Says
The currency in Nigeria, Africa's largest economy and top oil producer, has been hit hard by a global oil glut and crashing crude prices.
Nigerian Unions Advocate For Death Penalty
Corruption should be met with the ultimate punishment, labor officials said.
'Boko Haram Is No Longer Strong Enough To Hold Ground'
“As I am speaking to you, all the terrorists’ camps have completely been wiped out," Nigerian Defense spokesman Col. Rabe Abubakar said Wednesday.
Nigeria To Review Overseas Diplomatic Missions, Embassies And Consulates
“Let’s keep only what we can manage. We can’t afford much for now. There’s no point in pretending,” Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari said Tuesday.
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