Nigeria has demanded at least two permanent seats for Africa on the UN Security Council, with veto powers for as long as the privilege exists. Vice-President Kashim Shettima made the demand while delivering President Bola Tinubu’s national statement at the 81st UN General Assembly in New York. He...
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There has been a face-off between the NDC leadership and the OK Movement over the setting up of its presidential campaign council for the 2027 election. The post Peter Obi speaks on creation of campaign council by OK Movement appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
Local
Lagos State recorded the highest Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) among Nigerian states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in 2025, generating N1.77 trillion, This is according to newly released revenue figures by the National Bureau of Statistics on Thursday. The NBS repo...
News
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has backed the removal of fuel subsidy, saying those calling for its return do not mean well for the country. Read More: https://punchng.com/otti-backs-fuel-subsidy-removal-says-return-would-hurt-nigeria/...
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NIPCO Gas Ltd. has announced plans to develop a Floating Liquefied Natural Gas (FLNG) project in Nigeria, with an estimated investment of over $3bn. Read More: https://punchng.com/nipco-plans-3bn-flng-project-in-nigeria/...
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Just like in Nigeria, where the Blue Silks rank of Senior Council of Nigeria, SCN, has been introduced as an alternative to the Senior Advocate of Nigeria, SAN, title, the rank of Senior Counsel is being introduced for non-litigation lawyers in Hong Kong. The Blue Silks SCN is co...
government
The NDC candidate stressed that rather than attack opposition politicians, he would work with them and even support them. The post Anyone who rigs election under me as president will be jailed – Peter Obi appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
parks
Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has arrived in camp in Uyo ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 AFCON qualifying clash against Madagascar. Read More: https://punchng.com/okoye-arrives-super-eagles-camp-ahead-of-madagascar-clash/...
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Legend Extra Stout is set to bring its signature celebration of boldness and originality to TRACE Live as Nigeria’s Afro-dancehall king Patoranking headlines the concert at Terra Kulture, Victoria Island, Lagos, on Friday, September 25. Themed “God Over Everything”, the concert w...
safety
Lagos State Police have sealed a factory producing adulterated alcoholic drinks in Badagry and arrested a 48-year-old man, Anaebo Hilary. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-seal-fake-alcohol-factory-arrest-48-year-old-in-lagos/...
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By Adegboyega Adeleye The Super Eagles of Nigeria will begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON qualifying campaign when they host Madagascar at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, on Friday. Eric Chelle’s side will be aiming for a winning start in Group L as th...
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Both actors belong to almost the same generation of actors who grew their careers from stage to television and are respected veterans in the industry The post “Something must kill a man” – Pete Edochie mourns Olu Jacobs, praises Joke Silva for six-year care appeared first on Prem...
business
There high investor interest in the major oil and gas stocks on the Nigerian stock market—Seplat Energy PLC (SEPLAT) and Aradel Holdings PLC (SPIRIT)—driven by surging crude oil prices, strong earnings, and favorable macroeconomic developments. The post Seplat, Aradel Energy Fuel...
