The Osun State Government has defended its implementation of the 2025 Federal Government of Nigeria–Academic Staff Union of Universities (FGN-ASUU) agreement at Osun State University, UNIOSUN. The government also rejected claims that it had neglected the welfare of academic staff...
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has disclosed that Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) have deployed 8,526 of the 12,179 additional network coverage and capacity sites they committed to providing across the country. The commission disclosed this in a communiqué issued by...
AC Milan are planning to offer Samuel Chukwueze a new contract as a reward for his impressive start to the new season, DAILY POST reports. Chukwueze has started Milan’s opening three games of the 2026/27 season, providing two assists. The Nigeria international’s current contract ...
Former Minister of Aviation and politician, Femi Fani-Kayode, has described reports on the recent killings of two Nigerians in South Africa as “unacceptable”, warning of consequences if attacks were not addressed. Bishop Michael Taiwo Fakunle and James Uchechukwu Nwan...
In modern statecraft, health security is national security. Professor Adeyeye’s courageous exposure of these internal bottlenecks must serve as a turning point. She needs all the support and for the country to stand behind her in her quest to bring sanity. Nigeria cannot afford a...
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — The People’s Redemption Party, PRP, has warned that a ‘campaign of lies’ against its Bauchi State governorship candidate Shehu Buba, must stop, accusing political opponents of spreading false allegations linking the candidate with banditry and kidnap...
The National Democratic Congress is building a 13-man executive structure in every polling unit across Nigeria ahead of the 2027 general elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-ndc-builds-13-man-structure-in-every-polling-unit-anambra-lawmaker/...
Lagos public hospitals now seeing ‘thousands of patients’ daily — Commissioner Punch Newspapers
Broadcast journalist Ireti Bakare-Yusuf has called for lace manufactured in Nigeria to be recognised as a Nigerian product, not Austrian. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerian-made-lace-should-not-be-called-austrian-bakare-yusuf/...
Nigerian equities market closed the week with cumulative N1.97 trillion losses in market capitalization to close at N157.587 trillion, down 1.24% from N159.558 trillion while the benchmark All Share Index fell 1.6% week-on-week to close at 243,052.74 points from 246,992.44 points...
Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, said it has begun reviewing recent social media posts attributed to Nigerian-born academic Dr Uju Anya, describing the remarks as “hostile and threatening” amid mounting backlash online. Anya is an associate p...
The Federal Government, through the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, has slammed a N15 million fine on RwandAir over a violation of consumer protection regulations. The Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at the NCAA, Michael Achimugu, disclosed this in a p...
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to immediately publish a clear nationwide timetable for the production, distribution and collection of Permanent Voter Cards, warning that no Nigerian who has successfully reg...
The airline was also ordered to replace a passenger’s damaged bag and pay $170 first-need compensation under Nigeria’s passenger protection regulations. The post NCAA fines RwandAir N15m over baggage complaint appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, says state governors, not President Tinubu, should explain how the gains from petrol subsidy removal are being spent. Read More: https://punchng.com/governors-not-tinubu-should-account-for-subsidy-gains-abiodun/...
Carnegie Mellon University is reviewing ‘hostile’ social media posts by Nigerian-born academic Dr Uju Anya following intense online backlash. Read More: https://punchng.com/uju-anya-faces-backlash-as-us-varsity-reviews-hostile-social-media-posts/...
Before the day gets busy, before school runs, meetings, traffic and everything else take over, there is breakfast. And for millions of Nigerians, breakfast is where some of the most meaningful expressions of love begin. It is the parent who wakes up early to prepare a child’s fav...
A medical laboratory scientist explains how laboratory investigations can support the early detection of colorectal cancer and why Nigerians should not ignore symptoms or be deterred by the cost and limited availability of diagnostic services. The post PT Health Watch: How labora...
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has said state governors, rather than President Bola Tinubu, should account for how the financial gains from the removal of petrol subsidy are being spent. Abiodun spoke on Thursday at an All Progressives Congress rally held at the Dipo Dina Inter...
The future of Nigeria has always been a subject of debate. Throughout our history, the conversation has always centered on great leadership, the economy and the kind of country we want Nigeria to become. The kind of tension that comes with this debate is not new in our history. I...
The Nigerian Army said it has launched an investigation into an allegation of sexual abuse involving a serving officer, Etim Essien, currently serving at the Headquarters of 3 Division in Jos, Plateau State. The post Nigerian Army investigates sexual abuse allegation against serv...
Enyimba technical adviser Emmanuel Deutsch is optimistic about a positive result in their Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, Matchday 3 clash against Doma United. The People’s Elephant will be up against the Savannah Tigers at the Pantami Stadium on Saturday (today). Enyimba ...
“We do not want to go into a room and build a budget that does not speak to the needs of the people we serve,” an official said. The post Abia seeks stakeholders, citizens’ input to 2027 budget proposal appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
The Nigerian believes the intensity of the women’s hurdles has reached another level, with athletes refusing to shy away from challenging one another at major meetings The post ‘It’s going to be bloody’ – Amusan warns of tougher women’s hurdles in 2027 appeared first on Premium T...
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has sanctioned RwandAir the sum of N15 million over a consumer protection violation involving a passenger’s damaged baggage. Michael Achimugu, the NCAA spokesperson, announced this in a post on his personal X handle on Friday. Th...
Mr Otti made this known at the Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce (NBCC) “Meet the Governor Series” on Thursday in Lagos. The post Otti highlights seven investment priority sectors in Abia appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
Akwa Ibom and Rivers have been shut out of BudgIT’s assessment of Nigeria’s post-subsidy state finances, exposing how gaps in fiscal disclosure are increasingly shielding billions in public revenue from independent scrutiny. The post Akwa Ibom, Rivers excluded from post-subsidy f...
With the season entering its final stretch, Ajayi is determined to leave everything on the track as he bids to end a remarkable campaign on the biggest possible note The post Kayinsola Ajayi eyes $150,000 jackpot as Nigerian Sprint star targets Ultimate Championship glory appeare...
The Nigerian Army says it is investigating an allegation of sexual abuse involving a serving officer, Captain Etim Essien, currently serving at Headquarters 3 Division, Jos. Lieutenant Colonel Olumide Victor Olukoya, Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 3 Division, Nige...
Adams put Venezia in front in the first half after making an intelligent movement to create space before receiving a pass from Gianluca Busio The post Akor Adams nets first Serie A goal appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has fined RwandAir N15 million for failing to resolve a passenger’s baggage complaint within the timeframe stipulated by aviation regulations. The post NCAA fines RwandAir N15 million over failure to resolve baggage complaint appeared ...
By Aiyedun Oluwadamilola An old video of Nigerian content creator Peller appealing to fans to report fellow creator Carter Efe’s TikTok account has resurfaced online, days after TikTok permanently banned Carter Efe’s main account for the second time over a year. The clip began ci...
Nigerians who invested millions in an online platform known as PXES are counting their losses after the Ponzi scheme stopped paying returns in September. Read More: https://punchng.com/again-nigerians-lose-savings-to-ponzi-scheme/...
The Nigerian military said the air component of the Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) has killed more than 18 terrorists and destroyed logistics hubs in an air “interdiction operation” in Borno State. The post Air strikes kill over 18 terrorists, destroy logistics hubs in Borno – Milita...
Nigerians are counting their losses after the PXES online Ponzi scheme collapsed, while Dangote Refinery increased its petrol gantry price to ₦1,350 per li Read More: https://punchng.com/morning-recap-again-nigerians-lose-savings-to-ponzi-scheme-dangote-refinery-raises-petrol-gan...
Nigeria recorded an average of 4,906 cyberattacks per organisation every week in August 2026, representing a 45% year on year increase and placing the country among the most targeted markets in Africa. The post Nigeria records 4,906 weekly cyberattacks as threats rise 45% appeare...
The Federal Government is targeting the creation of two million jobs in Nigeria’s creative industry by 2030, says Minister Hannatu Musawa in Kano. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-targets-two-million-creative-industry-jobs-by-2030/...
Business confidence among formal-sector enterprises is expected to strengthen significantly over the next six months, reaching 36.1 index points by February 2027. The post Business confidence expected to hit 36.1 points by February 2027 — CBN survey appeared first on Nairametrics...
The Federal Government has demanded an investigation into the recent killing of two Nigerians in South Africa amid renewed concerns over xenophobic and Afrophobic attacks against foreigners in the country. The post Xenophobia: FG demands probe into killing of two Nigerians in Sou...
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has fulfilled her ₦10 million education pledge to 12-year-old Ogun State artist, Morenikeji Joshua, less than a month after being impressed by his artistic talent. The ₦10 million Education Development Trust Fund, presented to J...
About 68.4% of Nigerians earning below N70,000 perceived inflation as high in August 2026, the highest level recorded across the income categories surveyed by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The post Nigerians earning below N70,000 feel inflation hardest, CBN survey shows appe...
The lawmaker representing Anambra Central Senatorial District, Victor Umeh, has said no one can defeat the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) vice-presidential candidate, Rabi’u Kwankwaso, in Kano State. Senator Umeh expressed this confidence on Friday while fielding questions in ...
A United States-based political advisory and lobbying firm, Von Batten-Montague-York, has reiterated its threat against Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu over drug trafficking allegations linked to him. In a post on its verified X handle, Von Batten-Montague-York said it was coming...
The Peoples Redemption Party, PRP, has called on Nigerians to provide evidence of the terrorism allegations against the lawmaker representing Bauchi South Senatorial District, Shehu Buba, if there is any. The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Muhammed Ishaq, made the call in ...
The Lagos State Government has directed public and private schools across the state to place greater emphasis on safety, cleanliness and healthy practices as learners and staff resume for the 2026/2027 academic session on Monday, September 14, 2026. The Commissioner for Basic and...
A significant opportunity is set to open in the Nigerian capital market as Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals FZE (DPRP) launches its Initial Public Offering (IPO) on 14 September 2026. As a Receiving Bank for the offer, FirstBank is providing convenient and secure chann...
Investigations into these cases are still pending, and no arrests have been made in the past months. The post Xenophobia: Two more Nigerians killed in South Africa, toll rises to seven appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, has fined RwandAir N15,000,000 for violating consumer protection regulations. In a post on X on Friday, Michael Achimugu, NCAA’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, said the airline was fined N15 million for failing to ...
The Lagos State Police Command has ordered some officers accused of assaulting a man, Olugbenga Adeleke, to appear before the Commissioner of Police following the circulation of a video in which he narrated his alleged ordeal. The command’s spokesperson, Abimbola Adebisi, disclos...
Bovi To Close His Sold-Out 2026 World Tour With Benin, Lagos Shows Independent Newspaper Nigeria
Nigerian dancer Poco Lee has reportedly been released in the United Kingdom after the woman who took him to court allegedly dropped the case, according to social media influencer Peller. Peller made the claim during a livestream after he was asked whether Poco Lee had been releas...
Hamzat Targets Integrated Lagos, Equitable Growth Across Five Divisions Independent Newspaper Nigeria
For Nigerian author and illustrator, Vivian Uwakwe, the journey into children’s book publishing was not a carefully mapped career path. It was an unexpected return to a gift she had almost abandoned. Raised in an unconventional home, Vivian grew up under the influence of a father...
By Divinegrace Onosetale Five million, one hundred and ten thousand tonnes. That is the amount of solid waste Lagos could generate in one year if the state’s upper daily estimate of 14,000 tonnes remains constant. In seven days, the figure would stand at about 98,000 tonnes. In 3...
By Evelyn Usman No fewer than 125 businessmen operating in some of Lagos’ major markets have been pencilled down as potential victims by suspected fraud syndicates, in what the police described as a disturbing web of calculated targeting. Read Also: ‘If God saves me, I’ll never d...
By Femi Adesina It was the radiance of kings last Saturday at the palace of the Alaafin of Oyo as His Imperial Majesty, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, led a battery of traditional rulers from far and near to install a new Balogun (war leader, Captain) for the kingdom. Dr Adesola Ad...
By Dickson Omobola The news that former Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue State was given 23 cars on leaving office should be an issue of concern to every Nigerian who wants the development of the country. Read Also: Tinubu’s Re-election: APC blocs rise against Wike’s Rainbow Coalit...
“You know, when I first asked and said that PREMIUM TIMES said you are the same person, he said, 'Yeah, I'm the same person, but I was pardoned." The post INTERVIEW: How we erroneously employed sodomy convict as lecturer – AUN President Dwayne Frazier appeared first on Premium Ti...
Perception, prejudices undermining intra-Africa travel – Ikechi Uko The Guardian Nigeria News
By Clifford Ndujihe, Demola Akinyemi, Juilet Umeh, Dan Abia & Emma Una Powerful blocs in the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, are up in gloves against the Rainbow Coalition midwifed by Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Abuja, Minister, Nyesom Wike, saying it would not only hu...
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