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In a rare show of toughness against a corrupt official, the judge ordered that the sentences attracted by each of the 12 counts run consecutively, not concurrently. The post BREAKING: Court jails ex-minister Saleh Mamman for 75 years over power project fraud appeared first on Pre...
In a rare show of toughness against a corrupt official, the judge ordered that the sentences attracted by each of the 12 counts run consecutively, not concurrently. The post Court jails ex-minister Saleh Mamman for 75 years over power project fraud appeared first on Premium Times...
The Big Tent Coalition, led by Prof. Pat Utomi, criticized Atiku Abubakar for his comments on zoning, alleging he is distorting political history for personal gain. This controversy arises as the 2027 presidential election approaches.
Ebonyi State under Governor Francis Nwifuru obtained a N20 billion loan in the first quarter of 2026, but PREMIUM TIMES found no public record of legislative approval or compliance with key provisions of the state’s Fiscal Responsibility Law. The post No public record of Ebonyi...
A Federal High Court has sentenced former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, to 75 years in prison for corruption linked to hydroelectric power projects.
The judgment on this case was delivered by Justice James Omotosho, he convicted Mamman on all 12 counts filed against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), following months of proceedings that examined multiple layers of alleged financial misconduct linked t...
The South East APC has dismissed allegations of a ₦800 billion fund diversion against Governor Hope Uzodimma as unfounded. They reaffirmed his dedication to good governance and sustainable development in Imo State.
Former Minister Saleh Mamman has been sentenced to 75 years in prison for his involvement in a N33.8 billion fraud case. The court has ordered his immediate arrest by security agencies.
Ghana’s President Mahama has approved the immediate evacuation of 300 Ghanaians from South Africa following a new wave of xenophobic attacks.
The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has sentenced former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, to 75 years in prison for stealing public funds totalling about ₦33.8 billion. The post Breaking: Court jails ex-minister Mamman 75 yrs over N33. 8bn fraud appeared first on Vanguard N...
The Labour Party in Nasarawa State has elected Asoloko Maku as its new chairman. This leadership change is aimed at strengthening the party's position ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Traditional rulers in Enugu State have endorsed the zoning of the governorship position among the state's three senatorial districts. They also expressed support for Governor Peter Mbah's bid for a second term.
The Nigerian government has deployed Mining Marshals for intelligence gathering and compliance monitoring to strengthen enforcement against illegal mining.
The completion of Anioma State is linked to Nwoko's anticipated return in 2027, according to Oganah. This development is seen positively by both the southeast and south-south regions, fostering unity.
Umo Eno, the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, is seeking support from Godswill Akpabio for his re-election in 2027. This move highlights Eno's strategic approach to securing political backing ahead of the upcoming elections.
Aspirants in Oyo APC are revolting against what they describe as candidate imposition, calling it a betrayal of democracy. They have expressed their rejection of this practice unequivocally.
Donald Trump shared a graphic on his Truth Social platform suggesting Venezuela as the 51st state of the US. This post has sparked discussions about US-Venezuela relations.
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Today marks a significant day for the APC as 30 governors, 88 senators, and 242 representatives await their political fates. The news also highlights the passing of Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo at 40 after battling cancer.
President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday led Nigeria’s delegation to the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, Kenya, advocating stronger economic integration that prioritises Africa’s growth and industrialisation. The post Tinubu calls for stronger African economic integration at Nairob...
Charles Odibo The attention of the Big Tent Coalition has been drawn to the statement credited to former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, in THISDAY, May 12, 2026, titled ‘Atiku: Zoning Self-Defeating,’
Yemi Kosoko, in this piece, explores how President Bola Tinubu has placed the burden of ending Plateau state’s relentless cycle of bloodshed squarely on the shoulders of its elders, demanding
A public affairs analyst, Mahmud Jega, has described the decision by former presidential candidate of the New Nigerian Peoples Party, read more Kwankwaso’s southern ticket backing signals possible Obi alliance — Mahmud Jega
Nigeria’s Education Minister claims the trend of Nigerian students studying abroad is reversing due to improved university quality and academic stability.
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Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja The federal government, represented by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) and International Oil Companies (IOCs) in Nigeria increased crude oil supply to domestic refineries,
• Questions missing evidence, attacks EFCC credibility, asks why alleged bribe-givers remain free Wale Igbintade The trial of former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke, took a dramatic turn at
Olawale Ajimotokan in Abuja Federal Ministry of Environment, in collaboration with PROTEGO, has launched a Policy Brief on Policies, Institutional Set-Up and Financing of Marine Litter Prevention in Nigeria. It
• Oyedele declares Nigeria cannot afford to delay tax modernisation, says reform aimed at growth not higher taxes James Emejo in Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima, yesterday said the country’s
Segun James Ahead of Lagos State Governments hosting of over 1,000 investors from the Commonwealth of Nations the state has boasted it is now the destination of choice on the
The Governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Adamawa State, Abdulrahman Bashir Haske, has embarked on a statewide grassroots appreciation and engagement tour across the 21 Local Government