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Peter Obi has expressed concern over the alarming trend of Nigerian schoolchildren being exploited in a ransom-driven economy. He highlights the deteriorating security situation in the country as a significant issue ahead of the 2027 elections.
Atiku Abubakar urges immediate action to combat bandit attacks on educational institutions in Nigeria. He warns that rising insecurity poses a significant threat to the education sector.
Former President Donald Trump has announced his intention to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This adds to the excitement surrounding the event as notable guests are expected.
The Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, has appointed Sheikh Muhammad Dasuki as the new Chief Imam Fulani of the Ilorin Emirate.
In a conversation on the now-ubiquitous insecurity involving the abduction of schoolchildren, I asked an acquaintance what she knew about the abduction of 42 pupils from Primary and Junior Secondary Schools in Mussa, Askira-Uba Local Government Area of Borno State, by alleged Bok...
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The incident occurred amid fears and unconfirmed reports of bandit attack in some community in Ebonyi. The post Police confirm attack on Ebonyi school appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The Federal High Court has announced its annual vacation for 2026, starting from July 27 to September 11. During this period, urgent matters will still be addressed in designated vacation courts.
The mass action is against the worsening insecurity, deepening hunger and the economic hardship facing millions of citizens under President Bola Tinubu's administration.
Students in Kogi have condemned a recent school assault in Iluke Bunu, urging for improved security measures. They are calling for immediate action to tackle the rising insecurity in Okunland.
The Southern and Middle Belt Leaders Forum has urged President Bola Tinubu to declare a national security emergency due to escalating insecurity in Nigeria. They also called for the establishment of special terrorism courts to address the crisis effectively.
* Pledges to sustain infrastructure delivery across nation’s capital, inaugurates Abuja arterial road N5 Deji Elumoye in Abuja President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday assured Nigerians that the Federal Capital Territory
The Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji Campaign Civil Society Committee has said democracy must go beyond the conduct of elections and read more June 12: Democracy must deliver good governance, group says
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has activated comprehensive reception arrangements for Nigerian citizens being evacuated from the Republic of South Africa ahead of their arrival in the country. The post NEMA mobilises for arrival of evacuees from South Africa appe...
Joint counter-terrorism operations between the Nigerian military and the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) have resulted in the elimination of read more Military, US joint operations kill 200 insurgents, top terror commanders in North-East —DHQ
By Chimaobi Nwaiwu The Anglican Bishop of Amichi Diocese, Bishop Ephraim Ikeakor, has warned that the worsening security situation in Nigeria, particularly in the South East, should not be treated as a political issue, but as a national emergency requiring urgent and sincere acti...
Sunday Aborisade in Abuja Armed assailants have murdered and beheaded a constituent of Senate Minority Leader Abba Moro in Benue South, with the attackers fleeing with the severed head of
The NCAA has suspended a private jet operator's permit following an unauthorized landing on a road in Delta State. This action underscores the regulatory body's commitment to aviation safety.
Actress Ruth Kadiri has voiced her concerns about the escalating cost of living in Nigeria, noting that N5,000 now only covers the purchase of tomatoes and pepper. Her comments reflect the broader economic challenges facing many Nigerians today.
The Head of Knowledge Management and Learning at Yiaga Africa, Safiya Bichi, disclosed this in Ado-Ekiti during a Civil Society and Media Roundtable discussion. The post Ekiti Guber Poll: Yiaga Africa To Deploy Over 200 Observers, Warns Parties Against Violence appeared first on ...
Donald Duke criticized the Nigerian government's handling of security, stating that bandits are imposing taxes while the government offers justifications. He highlighted the alarming control that criminals have over parts of the country.
NANS urges President Tinubu to include student representatives in the National Ebola Emergency Response Committee. They believe this inclusion is vital for effective prevention of the outbreak.
Bandits have caused panic in Suleja, leading to the evacuation of teachers and students as schools close. Residents reported a chaotic scene as families fled the area amid fears for their safety.
The Nigerian Senate is pushing for legislation to increase the number of judges to tackle case backlogs. This initiative aims to enhance the efficiency of the justice system in Nigeria.
A severe rain and windstorm in Bauchi State has tragically claimed the lives of a grandmother and her four-year-old granddaughter. The police have confirmed the incident, highlighting the dangers of extreme weather conditions.
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The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has confirmed that coordinated counter-terrorism operations involving the Nigerian military and the United States Africa Command (US-Africom) have led to the elimination of more than 200 terrorists, including several high-ranking commanders, in Nige...
The police said that said its operatives, who confronted the attackers, repelled what it described as a planned mass abduction of students and residents.
By Steve Oko & Ugochukwu Alaribe, Stakeholders across the South-East have called for urgent, coordinated and community-driven strategies to confront rising insecurity in the region, as concerns mount over increasing cases of kidnapping and attacks on communities. A retired mi...
Nigerian students seeking a UK university education could now benefit from lower tuition costs, following a decision by a British read more Fees cut opens UK degree path for Nigerian students