On June 12, 1993, Nigerians voted in what is regarded as the freest and most credible election in the country’s history. But the widely believed victory of late Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola was annulled by the military...

In hospitals across Nigeria, patients arrive in pain and desperation—but leave in silence, sometimes in coffins.“Medical negligence” has become a deadly problem, where delays, inattention, or outright refusal to treat are costing liv...

Phone-snatching gangs have turned daily life into a high-risk activity for many Nigerians—from major city centres to suburban areas. No one is spared—students, teachers, workers, and even security personnel. The questio...

Many Nigerians across cities and towns dream of owning a business.Yet, the biggest challenge they face is lack of capital, alongside fear of failure and uncertainty about how to begin. In this episode of Nigeria Da...

Eid celebrations in Nigeria have shifted dramatically from communal, tradition-rich gatherings to more urban, social experiences. While past Sallahs were marked by shared meals, local prayers, and family...

As Nigerians celebrate Eid al-Kabir, the improper disposal of waste – including animal blood and bones, leftover food, and single-use plastics – poses significant environmental and health risks.In this episode of Nigeria Daily, we lo...

As Eid al-Adha approaches, Nigerians across the country are grappling with the rising cost of spices, vegetables, and other essential food items.In this episode of Nigeria Daily, we examine the reasons behind the hike and how people are ...

Flooding continues to displace thousands and destroy communities across Nigeria. With the rainy season intensifying, experts are raising fresh concerns about environmental mismanagement, poor urban planning, and government unpre...

How does one feel when one wakes up and finds one’s home has been washed away and some of one’s family members missing?Well, that is the exact situation some communities in Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State have found themse...

In the two years that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been in charge, insecurity has remained a major concern.Looking at the period under review, Amnesty International released a report that said more than 10,000 Nigerians had been k...

It’s exactly two years today since President Bola Ahmed Tinubu assumed office, promising reforms to change Nigeria for the better under the slogan “Renewed Hope”. In these two years, however, Nigerians are complaining about the ...

According to a 2021 UNICEF/WaterAid report, one in 10 girls in sub-Saharan Africa misses school during her period.This episode of Nigeria Daily examines the health, economic, and emotional toll of poor menstrual hygiene in Nigeria an...

As, according to the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), more than half its population is under the age of 18.However, almost half of these children, the UN agency said in a 2022 report, live under extreme conditions caused by c...

The Nigerian Constitution defines clear roles for the executive and legislative arms of government. But in reality, these roles often overlap or clash. In this episode of Nigeria Daily, we look at how the two arm...

Ahead of the 2027 General Elections, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has emerged as the nucleus of a new opposition coalition.Leading opposition figures were reported to have made the decision at a meeting Tuesday night....

Nigeria's forests are rapidly disappearing due to unchecked deforestation, where trees are cut for firewood, construction, and farming without replacement, leading to environmental devastation. As forests shrink, wild animals e...

In today’s fast-paced world, many Nigerians are battling stress, poor nutrition, and lifestyle-related illnesses  often without realizing how small habits can make a big difference.Staying healthy doesn’t always require expensiv...

What will happen with Nigeria’s Democracy should voting become mandatory? The debate is becoming more heated in Nigeria, where democratic values are still taking root, about the desirability of compelling citizens to vote.

High blood pressure, once seen as an old-age condition, is now affecting younger Nigerians due to stress, poor lifestyle choices, and the pressures of “hustle culture. While it can be hereditary, factors like poor diet, lack ...

The Lagos State Government has proposed scrapping annual rent in favor of monthly and quarterly payments as part of a new housing policy. Aimed at easing the burden on low-income earners, the policy is being welcomed by many residents. 

The 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) has been greeted by controversies, with widespread complaints about result discrepancies and technical glitches. The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has ...

On Nigeria's complex political landscape, the debate over rotational presidency has resurfaced. This follows the rejection of a bill that sought the formalization of the system in the Constitution on the floor of the House of Re...

In Nigeria, electricity is not just a necessity — it’s a lifeline. That may be the reason why a directive from the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) for a compensation plan for Band A customers for poor power supply has generate...

In Nigeria’s farming communities, more farmers are turning to genetically modified organisms (GMOs) for better yields, raising debates about their long-term effects. While some experts see the move as a positive de...

Authorities in Northeast Nigeria have blamed Boko Haram, among other things, for the geometric rise in the number of children who are at risk of losing their lives to Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM).The malnutrition crisis, which ...