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President Tinubu tasks Sen. Orji Kalu to lead the Abia APC, aiming to unify the party and strengthen its foothold in the South-East for future elections.
Jury selection begins in the high-stakes Musk OpenAI lawsuit, where the billionaire accuses co-founders of betraying their non-profit mission for profit.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially awarded Ghana the hosting rights for the 2027 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations.
Yobe State Executive Council ratifies N59.8 billion for key projects, including road construction, healthcare, transport, energy, and sports development.
Following a violent OOU robbery attack, the Ogun State Police Commissioner has ordered the establishment of a police post on the Ibogun campus to boost sec
Saudi Arabia offers 50 fully funded petroleum and mineral studies scholarships to Nigerian students annually to boost human capital in key sectors.
The APC has released its revised 2027 election timetable, detailing dates for primaries, form sales, and screening. Find payment details and form costs.
The APC National Chairman declared Governor Biodun Oyebanji the winner ahead of the upcoming Ekiti poll, launching the campaign for his second term.
The family of a slain corper, Abdulsamad Jamiu, rejects the Nigerian Army’s ‘crossfire’ claim, demanding a public apology and justice for his death.
The White House on Monday blamed what it called a "left-wing cult of hatred" for a shooting at a gala correspondents dinner in Washington attended by Republican President Donald Trump. The post White House blames ‘left-wing cult of hatred’ for Trump dinner shooting ap...
A new study reveals the UK’s healthy life expectancy has dropped by over two years, with many now suffering from poor health before retirement age.
Kwara police arrests a notorious cultist and armed robbery suspects in Amoyo, Ilorin. The suspects are linked to the Eiye Confraternity and other crimes.
Dr. Faisal Shuaib withdraws from the Nasarawa governorship race, throwing his full support behind Governor Abdullahi Sule’s chosen successor.
Dr. Faisal Shuaib formally withdraws from the Nasarawa governorship race, pledging full support to Gov. Sule’s preferred successor, Sen. Ahmed Wadada.
The Nigerian Army faces backlash after a corps member was killed in Abuja. While the army claims he was caught in crossfire, family alleges an execution.
PTAD completes payment of ₦32,000 pension arrears, disbursing ₦1.73bn to 54,206 pensioners under the Defined Benefit Scheme. Get the full details here.
Optimus Bank Limited, a fast-growing Nigerian National Commercial Bank, has reported strong audited financial results for the year ended December read more Optimus Bank grows FY’25 pre-tax profit to N24.14bn
The Olofin of Ado-Odo in Ogun State denies reports that Awori traditional rulers zoned the Ogun West senatorial seat to a specific constituency.
A court dismisses Nkeiruka Onyejeocha’s application to join an election forgery suit filed by Amobi Ogah against INEC over disputed 2023 election results.
Afrobeats star Davido wins Best International Act at the 2026 Liberian Entertainment Awards, beating out competitors like Rema, Tyla, and Gunna.
The renewed interest highlights the enduring relevance of the artist’s exploration of everyday life and overlooked childhood realities. The post SPOTLIGHT: Meet Chukwudi Nwachukwu, artist behind viral ‘The Hills That Raised Us’ series appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria...
Former presidential candidate and energy entrepreneur, Gbenga Hashim, has called on the Nigerian labour movement to take a more active read more Gbenga Hashim urges Labour to be active in saving Nigeria’s democracy
Gunmen carry out another Ondo abduction, kidnapping farm manager Afolabi Ajayi in the Imafon community. Police have been deployed to rescue the victim.
Francis Sardauna in Katsina Suspected bandits have killed 11 people and injured two others in an attack on Gurbi Village in Kankara Local Government Area of Katsina State. A statement
INEC intensifies voter education for the Ekiti 2026 election, focusing on tackling misinformation, voter apathy, and ensuring an inclusive process.
The Kano Assembly has confirmed Garo as the new Deputy Governor after a thorough screening process. This decision reflects the Assembly's commitment to ensuring qualified leadership in the state.
Nigeria's public debt stock rose to N159.28 trillion in Q4 2025, up from N153.29 trillion in the previous quarter. This increase highlights ongoing fiscal challenges faced by the country.
Davido has won the Best International Act award at the 2026 LEA, outperforming artists like Gunna, Rema, and Tyla. This recognition highlights the growing influence of Afrobeats on the global music scene.
Lagos Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat expresses gratitude for Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu's endorsement as his successor for the 2027 election. This endorsement highlights confidence in Hamzat's leadership potential.
Human Rights Watch has raised concerns about potential exclusion and fear surrounding the upcoming US World Cup. They cite issues related to immigration, press freedom, and the rights to protest as significant factors.