In Nigeria, genotype goes beyond medicine, it shapes relationships, marriage choices, and family planning. While focus often rests on sickle cell patients with the SS genotype, questions remain about whether AA people are tru...

Flooding has continued to claim lives and displace families across Nigeria.Despite repeated warnings from the Federal Ministry of Environment about 14 states most at risk, the rains have brought devastation.With casualty f...

Suicide rates in Nigeria are a growing concern, with various reports highlighting the need for awareness and prevention efforts. The complexity of this issue demands a multifaceted approach. As we explore the intricacies of suicide, it's essent...

Efforts to reconcile the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) and the Dangote Group have not produced the desired result.An intervention meeting convened by the Federal Government ended in a stalemate.

The new school term in Nigeria has arrived, but many parents are anxious as back-to-school expenses pile up. Beyond tuition, costs for textbooks, uniforms, sandals, and writing materials are becoming increasingly difficult to...

Eid-ul-Maulud is celebrated across Nigeria with prayers and gatherings, but in Gumel, Jigawa State, it takes on a unique cultural form called Sallar Gani. The festival blends religion with tradition and pageantry, featuring h...

For more than two weeks, a community in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has been thrown into darkness by the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC).The company decided to cut off electricity supply to an entire neighbourho...

In Kaduna, suspected political thugs stormed an ADC meeting, leaving chaos and fear in their wake. Barely days later in Kebbi State, an ADC convoy was attacked on the road.Two violent incidents in just one week  targeting the sa...

Every year, countless Nigerians lose their lives to road accidents.For some families, the pain is made worse when the driver responsible disappears without a trace.But beyond the grief lies a pressing question: Can victims or th...

The outcome of the local government elections in Rivers State has attracted a lot of attention in Nigeria.With APC - reportedly fielding Wike loyalists - sweeping the elections, many are asking if they were a reflection of th...

Earlier this year, digital mining became an obsession in Nigeria, with people mining everywhere -- from classrooms to offices and even at home. Many saw it as a quick way to make money, with some resigning from their jobs due to the...

In Nigerian politics, the idea of zoning has grown into an unwritten rule a delicate balancing act meant to ensure fairness in power-sharing across regions. For decades, it has shaped who gets to lead and from where. Already, the two dom...

On Sunday, August 17, what was meant to be a routine trip to Goronyo Market in Sokoto State turned into a nightmare. A boat overloaded with more than 50 passengers — including traders, farmers, and even motorcycles — capsized midway, plunging f...

Ten years ago, an idea was born to celebrate the Hausa language and culture every January 1st. Today, that idea has grown into World Hausa Day, celebrated across continents by millions of Hausa speakers.But after a decade, one big quest...

Many street vendors in Nigeria spend their days hustling under the sun with little access to broader markets or stable income.But what if technology, like social media and e-commerce, could help them grow their businesses beyond t...

Farmers across Nigeria are lamenting huge losses – after spending heavily on seeds, fertilizer, fuel, and labour, only to sell their produce at falling prices. While buyers enjoy cheaper food and traders strugg...

Terrorism has left deep scars across Nigeria — from families who lost loved ones, to survivors struggling with trauma, to communities left behind in fear and underdevelopment.But behind every headline are real people with stories of pai...

The Ooni of Ife and the Alaafin of Oyo are not just monarchs — they are living symbols of Yoruba culture, power, and identity. For centuries, their thrones have stood as pillars of history: one representing the spiritual cradl...

On Sunday, August 17, what was meant to be a routine trip to Goronyo Market in Sokoto State turned into a nightmare. A boat overloaded with more than 50 passengers — including traders, farmers, and even motorcycles — capsized midway, plunging f...

Many street vendors in Nigeria spend their days hustling under the sun with little access to broader markets or stable income.But what if technology, like social media and e-commerce, could help them grow their businesses beyond ...

Retirees in Northern Nigeria, especially in the North-Central region, are facing severe financial hardship, with some receiving as little as 4,000 to 5,000 Naira monthly after decades of service to the country.Despite their y...

Between January and March 2025, official records show that road crashes slightly declined compared to last year. Yet, deaths rose. The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) usually provides detailed breakdowns of these figures—but in this case, they...

In a dramatic turn of events, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has been summoning some of Nigeria's most prominent politicians for questioning over the past six months. But as the list of invitees grows, so do allegations of ...

From volunteering as teachers to renovating dilapidated classrooms, young Nigerians are taking the initiative to drive positive change in their communities. In today's episode of Nigeria Daily, we're shining a spotlight on these uns...

The rainy season is here, and for many small business owners, from akara sellers to corn vendors, the hustle continues under dripping roofs and muddy streets.Some days customers arrive late or not at all, but the fire must ke...