Nigerian News Direct

On November 29, 2010, NewsDirect Global Concepts Limited launched the Nigerian NewsDirect, a daily newspaper that covers a wide range of topics including oil, gas, power, aviation, maritime, banking, education, the capital market, entertainment, tourism, taxation, and politics. The online version of the newspaper, available at http://nigeriannewsdirect.com, is refreshed every 30 minutes, making it a top choice for readers in Nigeria who value precise information for their investment and business decisions. The publication is led by Dr. Samuel Ibiyemi, the Publisher and Editor-in-Chief, who has an extensive background in journalism, previously serving as the Deputy Editor of Financial Standard and the Group Business Editor of Nigerian Tribune. He began his career as a staff writer for Industrial Leaders Magazine.

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Nasarawa High Court begins hearing in alleged corps member’s murder

1 month ago | nigeriannewsdirect.com | Oliver Smith

The Nasarawa State High Court 2, sitting in Lafia, commenced proceedings on Monday in the case concerning the alleged murder of 24-year-old National Youth Service Corps member, Salome Adaidu. The defendant, Oluwatimilehin Ajayi, stands accused of killing and dismembering Adaidu, who was reportedly his girlfriend. Charged with culpable homicide, Ajayi pleaded not guilty.
FG set up committee over allegations on expatriate quota in oil sector

1 month ago | nigeriannewsdirect.com | Oliver Smith

By Matthew DenisThe Federal Government through the minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo has set up a committee to address the allegations surrounding expatriate quota in the oil sector. This is contained in a statement signed by Dr. Magdalene Ajani Permanent Secretary on Monday. The statement reads “The Ministry of Interior is aware of recent allegations on a national TV regarding the administration of expatriate quotas in the oil sector.
Ogun governor rewards UNILAG’s best graduates

1 month ago | nigeriannewsdirect.com | Oliver Smith

Gov. Dapo Abiodun of Ogun has presented a cheque of ₦10 million each to Samuel Badekale and Haroun Adebakin, the best graduating students of the University of Lagos. The duo emerged as the top graduates during the institution’s 55th convocation ceremony. While receiving them in his office in Abeokuta on Friday, Abiodun also appointed them as Education Ambassadors of the state. The governor stated that the gesture was to appreciate their hard work.
Lagos unveils 2025 economic devt update, charts path to sustainable growth

1 month ago | nigeriannewsdirect.com | Oliver Smith

By Sodiq AdelakunThe Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Economic Planning and Budget (MEPB), has unveiled the 2025 Lagos Economic Development Update (LEDU), a comprehensive report that provides a data-driven assessment of the state’s economic performance and outlines strategic policy directions for sustainable growth.
LASTMA personnel rescue driver from accident

Nov 7, 2024 | nigeriannewsdirect.com | Samuel Omotere

By Samuel OmotereThe Lagos State Traffic Management Authority personnel have rescued a driver from a near-fatal accident after he experienced brake failure in the Apapa Area of the state. The LASTMA spokesperson, Adebayo Taofiq in a statement said that the agency has demonstrated their dedication to the safety of road users in an extraordinary rescue effort.
LASTMA vows to apprehend driver for setting personnel ablaze

Nov 6, 2024 | nigeriannewsdirect.com | Samuel Omotere

By Samuel OmotereThe Lagos State Traffic Management Authority is set to hunt a yet-to-be-identified commercial driver, who allegedly set their personnel and his vehicle on fire on Tuesday morning after he was arrested for his frequent misconduct on the highway in the Cele inward Mile 2 Area.
Benue Govt to demolish substandard schools by end of third term

Jul 13, 2024 | nigeriannewsdirect.com | Titus Atondu

By Titus Atondu, MakurdiThe Benue State Bureau for Education Quality Assurance (BEQA) and the Benue State Urban Development Board (UDB) have collaborated to demolish substandard schools in the state by the end of the 2023/2024 academic session. This decision was made to restore excellence in the state’s education sector and ensure the safety of learners.
RMAFC chairman charges Nigerians on knowledge acquisition

Jul 12, 2024 | nigeriannewsdirect.com | Matthew Denis

By Matthew DenisThe Chairman of Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission, RMAFC, Muhammed Bello Shehu, has called on Nigerians to seek information about the activities of government agencies and organisations for a better understanding of the workings of the government. He made the disclosure in a statement signed by Maryam Umar YusufHead, Information and Public Relations and made available to NewsDirect on Friday.
NYSC DG tasks states Govt on equipping camps with facilities

Jul 11, 2024 | nigeriannewsdirect.com | Matthew Denis

By Matthew DenisThe Director General of National Youth Service Corps, Bridger General YD Ahmed has called on state governments to equipped the various orientation camps with facilities to ensure smooth running and security of Corp members. He made expression over the collapsed of convenience that occurred in the early hours of today, Friday 12th July, 2024, at Ekiti State Orientation Camp in Ise-Orun, Emure Ekiti.
Rivers: Commissioner hails NWADPI’s visit as renewed hope for food security

Jul 11, 2024 | nigeriannewsdirect.com | Barth Ndubuwah

By Barth Ndubuwah, Port HarcourtThe Rivers State Commissioner for Local Government Affairs, Hon Prince Charles Beke, has expressed optimism about the visit of the Nigeria Women for Agricultural Progressive Development Initiative (NWADPI), Rivers State Chapter, describing it as a renewed hope for food security in the State.