Here are the leading news highlights from across Nigeria today.
1. Nigeria’s Inflation Rate Declines Further in August, Drops to 20.12% as Food Costs Ease
In August 2025, Nigeria’s inflation rate continued its steady reduction, falling to 20.12% from 21.88% recorded in July. This marks the fifth month in a row of decreasing inflation, driven largely by a slowdown in food price increases, according to the latest figures released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). Read more
2. Falana Attributes Fuel Subsidy Removal to Pressure from IMF and World Bank
Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has publicly criticized the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank, accusing these institutions of influencing the Federal Government’s decision to eliminate petrol subsidies. Read more
3. Hilda Baci Sets Guinness World Record with Largest Jollof Rice Serving Weighing 8,780kg
Renowned Nigerian chef Hilda Baci has achieved a new Guinness World Record by preparing and serving an enormous 8,780-kilogram portion of Nigerian-style jollof rice during a culinary event held in Lagos. Read more
4. Kanu’s Request for Medical Treatment at Abuja Hospital Reassigned by Federal High Court
Justice Musa Liman of the Federal High Court in Abuja has referred back to the Chief Judge a motion submitted by Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), seeking reassignment of his plea for medical treatment. Read more
5. Resident Doctors in FCT Launch Indefinite Strike Over Unaddressed Welfare Issues
The Association of Resident Doctors in the Federal Capital Territory Administration (ARD-FCTA) commenced an indefinite strike on Monday, protesting the government’s failure to resolve persistent welfare and systemic challenges. Read more
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6. President Tinubu Cuts Short European Trip, Returns to Abuja Ahead of Schedule
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has decided to end his planned two-week working vacation in Europe early and is scheduled to return to Abuja on Tuesday, September 16, 2025. Read more
7. Finance Minister Edun Orders Suspension of 4% FOB Levy Following Stakeholder Backlash
In response to widespread concerns from industry stakeholders, Finance Minister and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has instructed the Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, to halt the enforcement of the 4% Free on Board (FOB) charge. Read more
8. Nigeria’s Inflation Rate Continues to Ease in August, Drops to 20.12%
According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), Nigeria’s inflation rate fell to 20.12% in August 2025 from 21.88% in July, marking a consistent downward trend for the fifth consecutive month, largely due to easing food prices. Read more
9. Penske Media Files Lawsuit Against Google Over Impact of AI-Generated News Summaries
Penske Media Corporation (PMC), publisher of prominent titles such as Rolling Stone, Variety, and Billboard, has initiated legal action against Google, alleging that the tech giant’s AI-produced news summaries are detrimental to publishers. Read more
10. ADC Supports Legislation for INEC to Electronically Transmit Election Results Ahead of 2027 Polls
As Nigeria gears up for the 2027 general elections, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has endorsed proposals for a law that would require the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to transmit election outcomes electronically to enhance transparency. Read more
