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Five Nigerian states receive $27 million from the World Bank for excelling in education and healthcare reforms under the HOPE Governance Programme. Find ou
Bishop Ezekiel Musa, a cleric-turned-politician, promises to bring development and end poor representation in the Nasarawa election for Obi II State Consti
Olisa Agbakoba endorses state police in Nigeria but warns against political control by governors, advocating for constitutional safeguards to ensure indepe
Northwest University, Sokoto has proposed a strategic partnership with London Business School and the University of East London. This collaboration aims to enhance academic offerings and deliver internationally recognized undergraduate programs.
Nigerian firms risk losing global capital without sustainability reports, FRC warns. Learn why transparency is key for investment and competitiveness.
Parents report 37 children are still missing after a Borno school attack in Lassa, Askira/Uba LGA. Terrorists abducted students during NECO exams.
Street-pop singer Portable is set to renew his celebrity boxing rivalry with actor and internet sensation Charles Okocha in a rematch billed for July 31 at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. The bout, promoted as “Unfinished Business,” comes weeks after P...
US President Trump celebrates the Supreme Court’s decision to uphold state laws banning transgender athletes from girls’ and women’s school sports. Learn m
The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Kelvin Aneke, has called for enhanced safety management in air operations planning and execution. This directive aims to prevent potential incidents and ensure safer air operations.
Nigeria's healthcare system faces scrutiny regarding its effectiveness and public confidence. The focus is shifting towards the strength of institutions responsible for health rather than individual ministerial performance.
Legislative Arm of the Warri South Local Government Council in Delta State has passed a resolution recognising the Itsekiri and Urhobo as the indigenous communities and tribes of the local government area. The resolution was adopted during the council’s plenary session held...
Katsina State Government has partnered with SASHIN to launch a cervical cancer screening program for 500 women. This initiative aims to prevent cervical cancer deaths and promote women's health in the region.
The union warned that any further delay in implementing the agreement would inevitably plunge the affected institutions into a major industrial crisis The post ASUU gives Makinde, AbdulRazaq strike ultimatum over 2025 FGN-ASUU agreement appeared first on Vanguard News.
The new lines at Asejire and Challawa expand the company's manufacturing presence across Nigeria, building on decades of sustained investment in the country's industrial growth. The post Nigerian Bottling Company commissions three new production lines at Asejire and Challawa appe...
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited troops in southern Lebanon on Tuesday, vowing that his country's forces would stay in the area as long as Iran-backed Hezbollah remained a "threat". The post Israel will stay in south Lebanon as long as Hezbollah ‘threatens ...
Five young African footballers are in the running for FIFA's Best Young Player award at the 2026 World Cup. This highlights the growing talent emerging from the continent in international football.
TETFund has called on Nigerian scientists to develop the nation's first indigenous vaccine for Lassa fever. This initiative aims to enhance local capacity in vaccine production and improve public health.
Five former police officers, including Assistant Superintendent Usman Nuhu, have pleaded not guilty to charges of extrajudicial killing related to the death of musician Oghenemine Ogidi. The incident occurred on April 26 in Effurun, Delta State.
Goncalo Ramos has signed a five-year contract with AC Milan after leaving Paris Saint-Germain. This move marks a significant step in his career as he joins the Italian side.
The HOPE Governance Programme, supported by the World Bank, has approved $27 million in incentives for successful states in Nigeria. This initiative aims to enhance human capital development and governance across the country.
French club Bordeaux has been relegated to the fifth tier of football after failing to address a financial shortfall. This marks a significant decline for a team that previously won six Ligue 1 titles, the last in 2009.
The summit will bring together journalists, policymakers, academics and civil society leaders to examine the growing threat of disinformation to democratic governance across West Africa. The post CJID to host Ghana media summit on disinformation, democracy appeared first on Premi...
Iran is making arrangements for the funeral of its late supreme leader, Khamenei, who passed away at 86. His death marks a significant moment for many Shias and the region as a whole.
A coalition has defended Femi Gbajabiamila against allegations related to the PFIPC and PEAC controversy, calling the criticisms unfounded. They emphasize the importance of constructive dialogue over destructive criticism.
Police in Katsina successfully thwarted a bandit attack, recovering operational motorcycles and a machete. A housewife was also arrested for attempted murder in connection with the incident.
Remember the Ghanaian self-acclaimed prophet, Evans “Ebo Noah” Eshun? He's back in the news after six months. The post ‘Ghana’s Noah’ resurfaces after Accra floods, claims prophecy is unfolding appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Lagos residents are facing significant distress due to ongoing flooding caused by persistent rainfall. Many have been displaced, and schools and workplaces have been shut down as a result.
Elegbeje Ado built a career spanning over 20 years in the Yoruba film industry, earning recognition as one of the respected faces of indigenous cinema. The post Veteran actor Elegbeje Ado is dead appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Only one in four men has optimal semen quality, said a Consultant Gynaecologist, Dr Victor Ajayi, quoting a 2012 study. read more Only 25% of men have healthy sperm – Experts
The Federal Government of Nigeria has disclosed that over 20 million children are missing from primary and secondary education. They have pledged to eliminate ineffective education policies to address this crisis.