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•Says politicians focused on winning polls than crushing terrorists By Olayinka Latona IBADAN— THE Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, PFN, yesterday, warned that escalating terrorism, banditry and kidnappings across the country were pushing Nigerians to the edge. The Chris...
…taking a loan in the understanding that one may kick the repayment can down the road is not just irresponsible. It is one major drawback of our economy. Little wonder, then, that the major credit rating agencies continue to rate Nigeria below “investment grade” as an i...
Former Head of State, Yakubu Gowon has revealed how influential northern politicians, businessmen and establishment figures persuaded him to join Nigeria’s fiercely contested 1992 presidential race during the transition programme of former military president, Ibrahim Babangida...
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, NCDC, has placed the country on heightened Ebola alert, warning that Nigeria faces a high risk of Ebola Virus Disease, EVD, importation, amid worsening outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, DRC, and Uganda. The post N...
By Chioma Obinna The industrial crisis rocking the Delta State University Teaching Hospital, DELSUTH, on Friday deepened as doctors under the aegis of the Medical and Dental Consultants’ Association of Nigeria, MDCAN, warned of an impending indefinite strike over what they des...
Ilejemeje council chairman says law should take its course after vice chairman, Grace Ogunleye, was reportedly arrested over alleged self-kidnap The post Ekiti LG chair condemns alleged self-kidnap involving vice appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Yesterday, President Bola Tinubu won the presidential primaries of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, in style. The post APC Primary: Can Tinubu repeat 10.99m votes in 2027 polls? appeared first on Vanguard News.
RESIDENT Bola Tinubu, yesterday, secured the presidential ticket of the All Progressives Congress, APC, for the 2027 general elections, polling a commanding 10,999,162 votes in the party’s first nationwide direct primary. The post 2027: 31 APC Govs endorse Tinubu with 10.99m vo...
PREMIUM TIMES reported that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi and an economist, Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, were cleared to contest the primary election. The post Presidential Primary: ADC calls for unity as Atiku, Amaechi, Hayatu-De...
*Receives certificate of return after 10.9m votes win at primaries, lists feats in four years *Yilwatda: turnout at presidential primary mirrors 2027 elections *Mbah: overwhelming referendum on president’s stewardship * Sanwo-Olu congratulates president Deji Elumoye,...
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has informed stakeholders that the previously communicated enforcement of the ‘no pay, no service’ read more NCAA suspends its ‘No Pay, No Service’ directive for local carriers
Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja The United States is close to reaching a deal with Iran that would end the war, reopen the Strait of Hormuz and see Iran give up
*Governors’ forum chair lauds Tinubu’s economic reforms *Says Kwara’s debt cut from N170bn to N49bn in 2 years Hammed Shittu in Ilorin Kwara State Governor and Chairman of the Nigeria
Bauchi Senator Shehu Buba reportedly defects from APC to PRP after withdrawing from the governorship race, citing irregularities. Supporters back his move.
One of the victims is a mathematics teacher, Michael Oyedokun, who has been beheaded in a gruesome manner. The post EDITORIAL: Oyo schools’ kidnappings: Stopping a regional contagion now! appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
…The Nigerian Spirit Is Special announces Zayd Ibn Isah as a prolific writer and a public intellectual of genuine promise. But it also makes a broader, quieter case: that critical thinking and the rigorous engagement of ideas are not luxuries in the project of nation-buildi...
A newly declared governorship candidate expresses excitement and determination to continue working after winning the primary election. They humorously lament the lack of rest despite their victory.
Dr. Kayode Fayemi cautions that Africa faces greater instability and democratic decline due to weak institutions, xenophobia, and dependency. He expressed his condolences over the passing of Alawe of Ilawe-Ekiti, Gbenga Sodeinde.
*Urges unity ahead of exercise, picks Emenike as chairman of election c’ttee *Clears 80 guber, 109 senatorial aspirants, 513 Reps aspirants for direct primaries *Atiku: We must choose competent, experienced presidential candidate for 2027
Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, emphasizes the need for Africa to overcome poverty. His remarks were made during a visit to South Africa.
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke praised the judiciary for its role in protecting citizens' rights. He has also called for mobilization efforts ahead of the upcoming August poll.
*Benue PDP picks 38 years old security expert as running mate to Aondoakaa Chuks Okocha in Abuja, James Sowole in Abeokuta, Francis Sardauna in Katsina, Ahmad Sorondinki in Kano, Ibrahim Shuaibu in Dutse, Blessing Ibunge in Port Harcourt, Segun Awofadeji in Bauchi,...
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Enugu State has challenged Minister Dave Umahi's claim that President Bola Tinubu will secure overwhelming support in the South-East. They assert that Tinubu will not win in the region during the 2027 elections.
Why the Yorubas Build and Pastor the Largest Churches Worldwide Yoruba pastors lead several of the largest churches and mega-church movements in Nigeria. While Nigerian mega-churches are often multi-ethnic in membership, they are heavily founded and led by Yoruba leaders, particu...
Local contribution to crude output jumps over 100% in a decade 8 of top 10 African indigenous producers now Nigerian Report says local operators face mounting financing hurdles Emmanuel Addeh in
*Says continent in need of growth reset Ndubuisi Francis in Abuja Nigeria and other Sub-Saharan Africa trail other developing regions of the world mostly in governance, business regulation, and market
ICESCO nations explore EdoBEST model Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja A former Governor of Edo State, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has warned that Africa’s projected population growth of about 2.82 billion by 2060
The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) has signed two MoUs to enhance Nigeria's clean energy transition and boost food security. This initiative aims to strengthen agro-industrial productivity and foster innovation-driven economic growth.
The federal government is enhancing public service delivery by implementing AI-driven reforms and developing sovereign digital infrastructure. This initiative aims to accelerate the efficiency of public services in Nigeria.