As Nigeria's gasoline debt hits $6 billion, some traders back out, say sources
Fresh fuel queues have already started to form in Lagos this week.
By Reuters
Jul. 4, 2024
Behind the Baobab Curtain: Putin’s adventures are reshaping Africa
The split was a blow to Nigerian President Bola Tinubu, who became chairman of Ecowas only five weeks before the 26 July coup in Niger.
By Phillip Van Niekerk
Feb. 16, 2024
Nigeria's President Tinubu becomes new Ecowas chair
President Tinubu pledged to bear the responsibility of the office and run the regional organisation as an inclusive administration
By Bbc News
Jul. 10, 2023
Nigeria fuel subsidy: Tinubu's plan to scrap measure sparks rush to stock up
On Tuesday, his team clarified that he meant end of June and that the panic buying is "needless" as the policy will not take immediate effect.
By Bbc News
May. 30, 2023
Bola Tinubu inauguration: Nigeria swears in new president
Dignitaries from across the continent are at the swearing-in ceremony in the capital, Abuja, reflecting the significance of the event.
By Bbc News
May. 29, 2023
Nigerian president extends UK trip for dental care
The president had initially travelled to the UK capital last week to attend the coronation of King Charles III.
By Bbc News
May. 10, 2023
Nigeria says Tinubu to be sworn in despite court cases
Four presidential candidates filed legal challenges on 21 March against Mr Tinubu's victory, alleging widespread rigging and manipulation of tallies.
By Bbc News
Apr. 13, 2023
Nigeria’s president-elect appeals to opponents after chaotic election
In a series of speeches, Tinubu sought to deflect attention from the problems with the election and avert post-poll violence.
By The Guardian
Mar. 2, 2023
Bola Tinubu wins Nigeria's presidential election against Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi
His main rival Atiku Abubakar polled 29%, and Labour's Peter Obi 25%. Their parties had earlier dismissed the poll as a sham, and demanded a rerun.
By Bbc News
Mar. 1, 2023