Timothy Obiezu

Gabon's Coup Leader Sworn in, Doesn’t Say How Long He’ll Hold Power

Gabon’s coup leader and newly installed transitional president, General Brice Oligui Nguema, is facing pressure to spell out his plans for restoring civilian rule. But despite promising to organize credible elections, Oligui on Monday did not specify how long he will hold power

Experts: Democracy Failing in Africa Due to Poor Governance

The assessment follows another coup, this time in Gabon

Nigeria Police Raid Same-Sex Wedding; Dozens Arrested

If convicted, the defendants face up to 14 years in prison

Attack on Soldiers, Abduction of Women, Spark Security Concerns in Nigeria

Concerns over internal security growing

ECOWAS Concerned Message on Niger Being Misinterpreted

Regional Bloc Says Niger Junta's 3-year Transition Plan Unacceptable

The junta met with ECOWAS representatives for the first time since last month's coup, raising hopes of continued dialogue.

West African Bloc ECOWAS Critical of Plan to Prosecute Ousted Nigerien President

If ousted Mohamed Bazoum is convicted of the hight treason charge, he could face the death penalty

Halt of Black Sea Grain Deal Upends Nigeria's Struggle for Wheat Self-Sufficiency

Russia’s exit from the Black Sea grain deal is affecting Nigeria’s effort to become self-reliant in wheat production. The country was already facing production challenges because of climate change and insecurity. Timothy Obiezu reports from Abuja.

Nigerian Businesses Say ECOWAS Niger Sanctions Affecting Livelihoods

Cost of living has increased with no goods entering Nigeria from its neighbor

Nigeria's Tinubu Announces $650 Million Aid Package After Subsidy Removal

President Bola Tinubu said fuel subsidy only benefited a few so-called elites

Nigeria Highlights Campaign Against Human Trafficking

UN says Nigeria is a major source, transit and destination country for human trafficking in Africa

Nigerian Analysts Criticize Detention of Central Bank Governor

Some say criminal allegations are political retaliation for monetary policies

Nigerian Opposition Party Calls for Probe of Foiled Attack on Candidate

The PDP said it believes attackers were plotting to kill the party’s presidential candidate in his home, slay innocent citizens and cause chaos

Lagos State to Bury More Than 100 Killed in Anti-Police Brutality Protests

Activists accuse authorities of trying to cover up the extent of the casualties at the Lekki toll gate

Nigeria Eyes Natural Gas, Electric Power as Alternatives for Cars

Authorities are looking to promote alternative fuels, including converting engines to run on compressed natural gas and expanding electric vehicle charging stations

Nigerian Women's Soccer Team Still Fighting for Equal Pay

Nigeria's national female team in Australia ahead of FIFA 2023 Women's World Cup

Nigerian Authorities Declare State of Emergency on Food Security 

Nigeria was already battling record-high inflation before scrapping petrol subsidy 

Nigerian Activists Alarmed by Burning of Vessel Loaded With Stolen Crude

Officials say ship was destroyed to set an example for would-be criminals, but critics decry environmental damage

Nigeria President Is New Chair of Regional Bloc ECOWAS

Tinubu talks tough on tackling regional security challenges and instabilities

Nigeria's Electoral Body Begins Review of Elections Amid Court Challenges

Presidential and local voting was marred by violence and technical glitches, and was considered among the most controversial in the country's recent history