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August 24, 2026, 5:00 am
All of Africa Today - August 21, 2026
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Some Nigerians Turn to Faith Healers As HIV Aid Dries Up
- [Premium Times] After US aid cuts disrupted free HIV treatment, some Nigerian patients turn to unproven 'cures'.
Amnesty Asks FG, Governors to Probe Killings in South-East
- [Premium Times] The group equally urged lawyers, activists, community leaders, security officials and other stakeholders to support its campaign against unlawful killings and impunity in the South-east.
UK Warns Citizens Against Travel to 28 Nigerian States Over Terrorism, Kidnap Risk
- [Vanguard] The United Kingdom government has warned its citizens intending to visit Nigeria against all travel to 11 states and parts of the country, citing rising insecurity, terrorism, kidnapping and intercommunal violence.
If Elected President I Will Restore Fuel Subsidy - Atiku
- [This Day] Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, has pledged to restore Nigeria's petrol subsidy if elected president in the 2027 presidential election.
Senator Mustapha Dumps APC, Set to Join Kwara PDP
- [This Day] Ilorin -- Ahead of 2027, Chairman Senate Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development, and senator representing Kwara Central senatorial district, Senator Saliu Mustapha, has formally resigned his membership of the ruling All Progressives Congress.
Rivers ADC Member Alleges Wike's Group Burnt Family Residence
- [Premium Times] The police said they are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Nigerians Turn to Faith Healers As HIV Aid Dries Up
- [SciDev.Net] Kano, Scidev.Net -- Aisha* once relied on free antiretroviral therapy (ART) from a clinic in Maiduguri, northeastern Nigeria, funded through the US President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) programme. The treatment kept her HIV suppressed.
Ahead of 2027 Elections - Youth Vote At Risk As 52% of Young Nigerians Unregistered
- [CJID] As Nigeria moves closer to the 2027 general elections, a significant number of young Nigerians may still be on the sidelines of the electoral process, with 52.1 per cent of respondents in a recent survey across 34 tertiary institutions saying they were not registered to vote. The figure rises to about 59 per cent among respondents aged 18 to 21, pointing to a major gap between Nigeria's large youth population and its participation in formal electoral processes.
Nigerian SMEs Risk Losing Competitive Edge Without Ai - - Study
- [Daily Trust] Artificial Intelligence (AI) is emerging as a strategic tool that Nigerian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can use to improve productivity, reduce operating costs and strengthen their competitiveness, according to a study by researcher, Dr. Ayodeji Idowu.
When Otti Honoured Outgoing Security Chiefs for Meritorious Service in Abia, By Ferdinand Ekeoma
- [Premium Times] "Sometimes, some people may not understand, particularly if you are not in the security cycle. It's one of the most difficult jobs. A lot of you don't sleep, so that the rest of us can sleep," the governor said.
Ebonyi Killing - APGA Urges Youths to Shun Reprisal
- [Vanguard] Abakaliki -- The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in Ebonyi State has appealed to youths and party faithful in Ohaukwu Local Government Area to shun reprisals over the death of Elder Ubochi Onwe and allow security agencies to investigate the incident.
Mangu Killings - 'Nobody Will Take Over Your Land' - Governor Mutfwang Tells Residents
- [Premium Times] Governor Mutfwang described the Mangu attack as barbaric, senseless and unacceptable
U.S., Nigeria Deepen Music Industry Ties With Intellectual Property Workshop
- [This Day] Abuja -- The United States and Nigeria are seeking to deepen commercial ties in the music industry, with the US Consulate General in Lagos convening creative industry stakeholders for a three-day workshop on strengthening Intellectual Property (IP) protection and unlocking investment in Nigeria's music sector.
Presidency, Wike Tackle Atiku Over Pledge to Restore Fuel Subsidy
- [Leadership] The Presidency has described former Vice President Atiku Abubakar's proposal to restore petrol subsidy as retrogressive and an attempt to regain political power, arguing that it would return Nigeria to a wasteful and fiscally burdensome petroleum regime.
Atiku in Dramatic U-Turn, Wants Fuel Subsidy Returned
- [This Day] Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar yesterday reopened one of Nigeria's most contentious economic debates, promising to restore petrol subsidy if elected president in 2027.
Over 40 Dead in Sokoto Boat Tragedy
- [Leadership] More than 40 persons died and over 10 others were rescued in a boat accident at Gorau community on the Goronyo River in Goronyo Local Government Area of Sokoto State.
46 Bodies Recovered, 24 Missing in Sokoto Boat Accident - Police
- [Premium Times] Police say 77 passengers were aboard the boat travelling from Gorau to Birjingo in Goronyo LGA, with only seven rescued.
Despite Fx Stability, Jet Fuel Supply, Domestic Airlines Face Shrinking Market
- [This Day] In spite of the relative stability in foreign exchange and reliable supply of aviation fuel, Nigerian airlines still face shrinking market with progressive reduction of people who travel by air due to economic contraction, THISDAY investigation has revealed.
Manufacturing Remains Largest Contributor to Nigeria's Industrial Output, Employment - Report
- [This Day] A report released by the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has stated that the manufacturing sector has grown to become the largest contributor to industrial output, with its share rising significantly to 50.1 per cent in the first quarter of 2026 from 28.2 percent in 2010.
47 Dead As Boat Capsizes in Sokoto
- [Vanguard] Officials have told the Associated Press that 47 people died when a boat capsized in a river in Sokoto State on Thursday.
All of Africa Today - August 20, 2026
- [allAfrica]
Why Electric Vehicle Fire Requires Expert Handling - Fire Service
- [Vanguard] The Federal Fire Service, FFS, Lagos Command, has warned that fires involving electric vehicles, EVs, require specialised knowledge, equipment and response techniques, as Nigeria's transition towards cleaner transportation gathers momentum.
The Beetle Returns As Chinese Ora
- [Vanguard] Although, the Beetle may have been rested by Volkswagen, but that is not the end of the popular two-door car which ruled the auto space in the 1970. This time around GWM, a leading Chinese brand has taken over from where the German company stopped by cloning the Beetle and giving it a more modern look, including its electric version.
I Never Promised 60 - 40 Sharing of Appointments - Mutfwang
- [Vanguard] JOS -- Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has denied reports that he agreed to share government appointments on a 60:40 basis with the APC legacy group led by former Governor Simon Lalong as part of the conditions for his defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Conference League Play-Off - Arokodare Scores, Assists As Ajax Fight Back to Beat Sion
- [Premium Times] Arokodare will take plenty of confidence from a decisive cameo that saw him contribute a goal and an assist which earned him the man of the match award
Shettima Commends Fubara On Reconstruction of 33.5km Rivers Road
- [Premium Times] "For anybody who understands the nature of this road, they will appreciate what we have done here," Governor Fubara remarked.
BUK Student, Another Person Arraigned Over Social Media Posts About EFCC, Amid Concerns
- [Premium Times] The prosecution has attracted criticism from lawyers who questioned whether the EFCC has the statutory authority to prosecute allegations arising from defamation and social media publications.
Anambra Police Chief Summons Area Commander, DPOs Over Onitsha Shooting
- [Premium Times] PREMIUM TIMES earlier reported that there was an uproar at the River Niger Head Bridge, Onitsha, on Wednesday afternoon when police operatives shot two traders at the bridge head market.
How Climate Change Is Affecting Women Farmers With Disabilities
- [Premium Times] A study conducted by the Advocacy for Women with Disabilities Initiative found that at least 1,118 women with disabilities engaged in agriculture across 27 states reported facing significant barriers to farming and livelihoods.
