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Security analyst Bashir Kurfi claimed some notorious bandit leaders received state-backed incentives, including Hajj sponsorship, under past peace initiatives. The post Katsina denies alleged sponsorship of bandits’ pilgrimage appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
President Tinubu celebrates the birthdays of Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila. Sanwo-Olu turns 61 while Gbajabiamila marks his 64th birthday.
Flooding and erosion have severely damaged two classroom buildings at Ezi-Awka Community Secondary School in Anambra. This incident has disrupted learning and raised safety concerns for students and staff.
Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has praised the National Assembly for passing the State Police Bill. This legislation is seen as a significant advancement in enhancing Nigeria's security framework.
The Labour Party has endorsed the State Police Bill, encouraging governors and state assemblies to support this important reform. This move aims to enhance security across the states.
A heavy-duty trailer crashed into the fence of Federal Medical Centre Umuahia, causing significant traffic congestion. The incident occurred after the trailer reportedly lost control on the Umuahia–Ikot Ekpene Expressway.
Former Osun lawmaker advocates for more than just state police in Nigeria, calling for specialized highway and tourist police to tackle evolving security c
Google has launched six innovative digital tools for football fans ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. These tools aim to enhance engagement and connectivity for supporters during the tournament.
More than 30 women and four men received awards in recognition of their contributions to innovation, engineering, technology and scientific research. The post Lagos deputy governor, UNILAG VC honoured at STEM awards appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has strengthened security in Bokkos, Plateau State, due to recent violence. An Assistant Inspector-General has been assigned to oversee the area to enhance safety measures.
Launched by the Global Fund during the pandemic, the C19RM grant was designed to help countries mitigate the impact of COVID-19 while protecting essential health services and strengthening preparedness for future outbreaks. The post FG seeks to sustain COVID-19 health system gain...
The Nigerian Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, announced that three additional airports will be up for concession following the Enugu airport. Bids from concessionaires are already in preparation for these airports.
Bayelsa police have arrested a 23-year-old man for spreading false information about a bandit attack, causing public panic. Additionally, a monarch's son has been arrested for attempted murder.
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has lowered its ex-depot price for petrol by N50 per litre, citing retreating crude oil prices read more Nigerians still reeling despite petrol’s slide to N1,125/litre
Nigeria must enhance its economy and security to reclaim its leadership role in Africa, according to Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Sola Enikanolaiye. This focus on internal stability is crucial for projecting greater influence globally.
The National Universities Commission (NUC) has announced the withdrawal of recognition for academic qualifications awarded by Midocean University, Fujairah, United read more Midocean university degrees no longer valid in Nigeria, says NUC
The Nigeria Police Force has inaugurated its first permanent headquarters in Taraba State, marking a significant milestone since the state's creation in 1991. This development aims to enhance security collaboration in the region.
Northern youths have defended the INEC and its Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, against what they call politically motivated attacks. They pledged to resist any attempts to undermine the Commission's integrity.
Nasir El-Rufai, the former Kaduna State Governor, appeared before two separate courts in Kaduna on Wednesday to face serious allegations read more El-Rufai appears in two Kaduna courts over corruption, money laundering allegations
The Nigeria Labour Congress has criticized the DSS for their treatment of Omoyele Sowore during his court remand. They described the actions as unnecessary intimidation and humiliation.
Sokoto State Government, in partnership with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), has launched a statewide campaign to plant no read more Climate: Sokoto, UNICEF launch 10,000-tree initiative in schools, communities
A landmark global economic analysis, paired with a state-of-the-art heat solution cost-benefit calculator covering 11,408 cities worldwide, shows that investing in heat action saves billions in losses. The post Extreme heat costing poor women workers over $57 billion in earnings ...
By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA:Federal Capital Territory FCT minister, Nyesom Wike, has taken a swipe at former Senate President David Mark over his infrastructure record in office, arguing that the President Bola Tinubu administration had achieved more in road construction within three y...
The Federal Government has signalled plans to review the national minimum wage, stating that the current N70,000 benchmark no longer reflects prevailing economic realities. The post FG to review N70,000 minimum wage – Gbajabiamila appeared first on Vanguard News.
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Obidike Chukwuebuka, has declared that there is no vacancy in Aso Rock Villa ahead of the 2027 presidential election, insisting that President Bola Tinubu remains the best option for Nigeria. Obidike, who is the Chairman a...
It agreed to a full-blown hearing of the appeals after house-keeping proceedings that enabled parties in the matter to identify and regularise all the processes they filed in the matter. The post Deregistration Of Parties: Court Defers Hearing Of Appeals By ADC, Four Others To Ju...
By Jeff Agbodo ABAKALIKI — Tragedy struck along the busy Abakaliki-Enugu Expressway on Thursday as three persons lost their lives and two others sustained injuries in a multiple-vehicle accident at the Ezillo Bridge axis in Ishielu Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. The cra...
By Esther Onyegbula The Force Criminal Investigation Department, FCID, Annex, Lagos, has rescued 45 victims of human trafficking, recovered hundreds of counterfeit cosmetic products and arrested suspects linked to fraud, infrastructure vandalism and other crimes as part of major ...
GWOZA — Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has ordered the immediate closure of the Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp in Bama, the largest displacement facility outside Maiduguri, the state capital. The governor also disclosed that the IDP camp in Gwoza would be ...
He said his journey into comedy began with stand-up performances after he realised through feedback from people during his school years that he was funny. The post I Didn’t Set Out To Make ‘Intellectual Comedy’ — Layi Wasabi appeared first on Channels Television.