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The Federal Government will conduct a nationwide survey to get accurate data on out-of-school children in Nigeria, guiding policy and interventions to impr
The Federal High Court has ordered the final forfeiture of 48 properties linked to former AGF Abubakar Malami to the Federal Government. See the full list
The enviroment commissioner explained that the recent downpours produced an unusually large volume of water that exceeded the capacity of drainage infrastructure in many locations. The post Sanwo-Olu, officials visit flood-hit Lagos communities, reassures residents appeared first...
Governor Sanwo-Olu visited flood-affected neighborhoods in Lagos, engaging with residents about their challenges. He assured them of forthcoming long-term flood control measures to address the issue.
The WHO estimates that up to 45% of dementia cases could be preventable by addressing lifestyle and environmental factors. This finding highlights the importance of proactive health measures in reducing dementia risk.
Oyo State Police Command has rescued a five-year-old kidnapping victim and arrested two suspects. The suspects had demanded a ransom of N10 million.
President Bola Tinubu will attend the 81st UN General Assembly in September to discuss Nigeria's reform successes. His participation highlights Nigeria's commitment to global dialogue and cooperation.
Minister Tunji-Ojo highlights that 30-50% of crimes do not necessitate imprisonment, aiming to address prison overcrowding. This initiative has already led to a 5% reduction in the number of inmates in Nigeria's correctional facilities.
The Lagos State Government is set to review master plans for Lekki and other flood-prone areas to tackle ongoing flooding issues. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu made this announcement during a recent assessment of the regions.
The NUP has endorsed President Tinubu's re-election bid for 2027, highlighting his commitment to pensioners' welfare. They are encouraging pensioners to actively participate in the upcoming elections.
The Nigerian Senate has called for troop deployment to Benue communities in response to recent attacks. They also directed the Inspector General of Police to investigate the killings and ensure justice for the victims.
Adedayo Akinwale in Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that a total of 2,436,275 eligible Nigerians have been registered in Phase III week nine of the ongoing
ValueJet is expanding its fleet by purchasing new Boeing 737 aircraft to enhance operational efficiency. This move marks a significant step in the airline's growth strategy.
President Tinubu is scheduled to address the UN General Assembly in September. He will collaborate with the UN to address security issues related to porous borders in West Africa.
Veteran actress Joke Silva, creative economy strategist Audu Maikori and advertising executive Steve Babaeko are among eight accomplished professionals confirmed as panellists for the second edition of the QEDNG Creative
The Senate deserves credit for asking questions early. Oversight is most useful before questionable practices harden into organisational culture. But the committee’s work should not end with a dramatic hearing and viral clips. It should require written responses, audited disclo...
The Nigeria Customs Service and the Nigeria Police Force are enhancing their collaboration through strategic communication and public engagement. This partnership aims to improve information sharing between the two agencies.
The military has urged Nigerians to avoid spreading false narratives about troops on social media, citing it as a threat to national security. This call comes in response to the rising misinformation that demoralizes the armed forces.
President Bola Tinubu will attend the United Nations General Assembly in September to discuss Nigeria's reforms. He aims to collaborate with the UN to tackle issues related to porous borders in West Africa.
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — The Allied People’s Movement (APM) on Wednesday alleged that the All Progressives Congress (APC) had questions to answer over its ‘reported connection with bandits’, saying the ruling party’s fierce opposition to Oyo State G...
By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: Kano State has emerged the leading state in the Independent National Electoral Commission’s INEC ongoing Continuous Voter Registration CVR exercise, recording 182,749 completed registrations, the highest of any state in the country, according to the C...
The naira on Wednesday rebounded in the official foreign exchange (FX) market, supported by improved liquidity and rising external reserves. read more Naira rebounds as liquidity improves
By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission INEC, Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, has said the Commission’s immediate focus is on the forthcoming Osun State governorship election and preparations for future nationwide electoral activities. He...
The reality show’s winner will receive the highest cash prize since the franchise debuted in Nigeria nearly two decades ago. The post BBNaija Season 11 start date, grand prize revealed appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
By Adesina Wahab With terrorists continually targeting schools as soft targets for criminal activities, stakeholders have renewed calls for the effective implementation of the Safe Schools Initiative. Speaking on the issue, the Chairman, Board of Trustees of the National Parent T...
The Senate on Wednesday, for the second time, turned down a motion seeking an investigation into the N1.3 billion appropriated read more Again Senate rejects bid to investigate N1.3bn budget for ‘fake agency’
Despite Nigeria’s easing headline inflation, food prices remain high across many states, with Kogi and Niger emerging as the country’s read more Kogi tops states with food inflation above 50% as household costs bite
Udeme Akpan with Agency Report The Federal Government has approved an enhanced production-linked tax credit of $11.50 per barrel for Shell Plc and its partners in a move aimed at unlocking the long-delayed Bonga Southwest Aparo deepwater oil project, a development expected to att...
PREMIUM TIMES gathered that a video of Nkiru on a movie set circulated online, prompting concerns from some fans about her appearance. The post Husband of Nkiru Sylvanus threatens legal action over viral ‘unwell’ video appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Vice President Kashim Shettima, on Wednesday, flagged off the $500 million Niger Delta Agricultural Investment Fund, aimed at boosting food read more FG launches $500m Niger Delta agric fund to boost food security