Nigeria and the International Energy Agency (IEA) have signed an agreement for a Joint Work Programme to strengthen strategic partnership in the development of data for energy policy and investment across the value chain for economic growth and energy security. This is just as th...
The Nigeria government welcomed the decision but questioned the procedure that led to the petition being placed before the chamber. The post ICC dismisses anonymous crimes against humanity petition against Nigeria, FG reacts appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
Trabzonspor President Ertuğrul Doğan has expressed the club’s desire to keep Paul Onuachu beyond this summer. The Nigeria international has been linked with a move to Saudi Arabia. There are further speculations that Onuachu could be sold by the Turkish Super Lig club following t...
By Adegboyega Adeleye Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, has said Nigeria has defeated terrorists to a significant extent, claiming that attacks by terrorist groups are no longer as rampant as they were previously. Musa stated this while speaking on Channels Television’s Poli...
The House of Reps Committee on Power urges electricity distribution companies (DisCos) to urgently settle outstanding market debts to ensure Nigeria’s powe Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-panel-orders-discos-to-clear-outstanding-debts/...
The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (Rtd.), says the Federal Government has defeated terrorism in Nigeria, maintaining that terrorist attacks are no longer as brazen as they used to be. Musa made the remark during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics...
A fire outbreak on Thursday destroyed property worth millions of naira in a building in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital. The incident occurred at about 15:56 hours adjacent to Ile-Anu Wofem Church, behind the Industrial Training Fund, ITF, Asa-Dam Area, Ilorin metropolis, accordi...
Nigeria has produced several footballers who have earned recognition among the world’s best players, with a number of them receiving nominations for the prestigious Ballon d’Or award over the years. From the golden generation of the 1990s to the modern era, Nigerian stars have fe...
Catch up on top Nigerian news: DSS bans civil arrests, Fubara signs N1.84tn budget, N14m raised for graduate, and other key stories. Read More: https://punchng.com/evening-recap-dss-bans-civil-arrests-fubara-signs-n1-84tn-budget-online-mockery-raises-n14m-for-graduate-other-top-s...
Tinubu not facing criminal trial in US FOIA case, Presidency clarifies The Guardian Nigeria News
By James Ogunnaike The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has raised the alarm over attempts by international drug cartels to establish production bases in Nigeria, disclosing that Mexican-linked criminal networks are behind efforts to set up industrial-scale methamphet...
The Nigerian equities market regained its bullish momentum on Thursday, September 3, 2026, as the benchmark NGX All-Share Index (ASI) advanced 0.15% to close at 246,388.22 points, up from 246,019.17 points in the previous session. The post Seplat surges 10% as Nigerian stocks gai...
By Adegboyega Adeleye Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has warned that Nigerians will no longer tolerate attempts to undermine their votes in the 2027 general election, insisting that every vote must count. Obi stated this on Thursday at...
First in the Galaxy S26 lineup to launch with One UI 9, Galaxy S26 FE pairs advanced camera capabilities with the latest Galaxy AI The post Samsung Galaxy S26 FE: Delivering the latest flagship experience, focused on what matters most appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
By Henry Umoru ABUJA — Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Movement for Credible Elections (MCE) has commenced engagements with opposition political parties and presidential candidates as part of efforts to build a common political platform and consensus candidacy. The MCE P...
The Modibbo Adama University, Yola, has suspended all activities of the Northern Nigeria Students Forum, better known as GAMJI Students. The university’s Student Affairs Office attributed the suspension to rivalry among students seeking to lead the forum on campus. In a circular ...
For Knorr, Nigeria’s leading seasoning brand, the Augustine gathering was the perfect opportunity to celebrate something that makes cultural festivities so memorable: food and the flavours that bring people together. The post Knorr joins Abia women to celebrate culture and food a...
The International Criminal Court, ICC, has dismissed a case filed by an unknown submitter against Nigeria over alleged crimes against humanity. The international body dismissed the filing titled, “Formal Communication Requesting Investigation into Systemic Kidnappings in Nigeria ...
Besides the ministers and delegates physically present, thousands of others followed the sessions online from several countries, especially during the Friday/Saturday vigil. The post 71 nations attend Dunamis church ministers’ conference in Abuja appeared first on Premium Times N...
… Oyo governor says institutions have failed to deliver for majority By Dapo Akinrefon IBADAN — Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on Thursday called for a reset of Nigeria’s economy and political order, saying the country’s existing systems and institutions had failed to deliver ...
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu did not sulk or interfere after the All Progressives Congress, APC, lost the Osun State governorship election to Governor Ademola Adeleke. In a post shared on X by the Senior Special Assistant on New M...
…. vows action over petition by unknown person By Ikechukwu Nnochiri ABUJA— The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, has dismissed as false the claim that the International Criminal Court (ICC) is investigating Nigeria for allege...
"Areas of potential collaboration include the development and upgrade of hospitals, provision of modern medical equipment, pharmaceutical support, and deployment of digital health solutions across all Army establishments." The post Buratai’s company, foreign partners seek to ‘mod...
Quoting the companies in the Frontier Index Series provides them with broader visibility among international investors than their primary listing on the Nigerian Exchange in Lagos. The post FTSE Russell admits Dangote Cement, MTN Nigeria, First HoldCo, others to Frontier Index Se...
Quoting the companies in the Frontier Index Series provides them with broader visibility among international investors than their primary listing on the Nigerian Exchange in Lagos. The post FTSE Russell admits Dangote Cement, FirstHoldCo, MTN Nigeria, others to Frontier Index Ser...
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The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi, has said his supporters will no longer tolerate intimidation during the 2027 general elections. Obi made the declaration on Thursday at a town hall meeting in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital. H...
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday said Nigerians can insult and verbally attack him without facing consequences. Tinubu assured Nigerians who criticise him that they can sleep peacefully at night despite their criticisms and attacks. Represented by the Secretary to the Government...
The vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Rabi’u Kwankwaso, has said many governors in Northern Nigeria would find it difficult to campaign ahead of the 2027 elections due to what he described as their poor performance in office. Kwankwaso made the ...
inDrive reaffirms Nigeria commitment as AUATON demands better deal for drivers The Guardian Nigeria News
2027 election crucial to Nigeria’s $1tr economy target – Sanwo-Olu The Guardian Nigeria News
…Babayo says states, LGs received trillions in additional allocations By Henry Umoru ABUJA — Chairman of the Board of the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency, FERMA, Dr Musa Babayo, has backed the removal of petrol subsidy by President Bola Tinubu, urging Nigerians to hold their gov...
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The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has warned against electoral malpractice in the 2027 general elections. Speaking at a town hall meeting in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Thursday, Obi said Nigerians’ votes must count, warning those who ma...
The NYSC also announces that 31 corps members absconded from service during the service year. The post NYSC punishes 27 corps members in Osun appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
The detained Director-General of the alleged fake Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council, PFIPC, Adeniyi Mathew Adeyemi, has lost his bid for bail at the Federal High Court in Abuja. Justice Obiora Egwuatu refused to admit him to bail pending when the court hears the...
Speaking in an interview published by Albarka Radio in Bauchi, Mr Buba clarified his past relationship with Mr Hassan. The post Senator narrates relationship with man who accused him of promoting banditry appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
Oil prices rose closer to $100 per barrel on Thursday, with Brent crude climbing to $96.98 per barrel as Iran continued striking US Gulf allies, while Kuwait intercepted incoming missiles and drones. The post Oil prices rise to $96.98 as marketers review petrol prices appeared fi...
Justice Obiora Egwuatu of the Federal High Court in Abuja has declined the request by the detained self-styled Director-General of the Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC), Adeniyi Adeyemi, for bail and access to medical attention. Ruling on an ex-parte appli...
Under Tinubu, APC Can Lose South-West State And Sky Will Not Fall — Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu Sahara Reporters
Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu states President Tinubu congratulating Governor Adeleke after election defeat proves Nigeria democracy is growing and maturing. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-tinubu-congratulating-adeleke-proves-democracy-growing-in-nigeria-sanwo-olu/...
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Nigeria has officially assumed the chairmanship of the United Nations General Assembly’s Fifth Committee, responsible for the organisation’s budget and administrative affairs. Speaking as Nigeria takes up leadership of the influential committee, Nigeria’s Perman...
Nigeria could double the level of investment flowing into its energy sector within the next five years, according to the Executive Director of the International Energy Agency (IEA), Fatih Birol. The post IEA chief says Nigeria could double energy investment in five years appeared...
Terrorist attacks have plagued West Africa for a prolonged period, and over time, these strikes have grown increasingly sophisticated. The technology and tactics employed by armed groups have advanced markedly, with growing regional debate over the origin of these advanced weapon...
Lagos moves to tackle traffic gridlock at Gerrard, Parkview with junction improvement project The Guardian Nigeria News
The Federal Government has said Nigeria will never support a military coup or any unconstitutional change of government, following claims that the country backed a failed coup attempt in the Niger Republic. The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Sola Enikanolaiye, made this k...
Abstract: The project was implemented under the National Hydroelectric Power Producing Areas Development Commission (N-HYPPADEC). The post FG solar borehole packed up one month after completion – Nasarawa community appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
…NDC candidate warns governors’ numbers won’t guarantee victory ABUJA — Vice Presidential Candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Rabiu Kwankwaso, has warned political parties against relying on the number of governors they control as a guarantee of victory in the 20...
According to the union, members have exercised patience while operating under lower pay for roughly seven months following the approved new salary package. The post Jigawa varsity issues two-week strike ultimatum appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets will face Côte d’Ivoire and Niger Republic in Group B of the WAFU B U-17 Championship. Hosts Burkina Faso, Ghana, Benin Republic and Togo are in Group A. The tournament is the regional route to the 2027 U-17 Africa Cup of Nations. The participating countr...
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has disbursed a total of N355.87 billion in student loans to Nigerian students since the launch of its student loan portal in May 2024. The post NELFUND disburses N355.87 billion in student loans, processes 1.66 million applications appe...
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has described Uber’s exit from Nigeria as fresh evidence that the country is becoming a ‘graveyard of businesses’. The party said the departure of the global ride-hailing company after 12 years was at odds with t...
The Federal Operations Unit (FOU) Zone A of the Nigeria Customs Service has intercepted illicit drugs and mercury worth an estimated N3.95 billion in separate anti-smuggling operations. The seizures, made over the past three months, included synthetic cannabis, cannabis, crystal ...
“I asked why?” That was Iyanu’s first reaction when she saw a tweet announcing that Uber was shutting down its operations in Nigeria. The video producer based in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city, said she stared at the news in disbelief. The ride-hailing app had become a familiar pa...
Cutix, who manufactures electrical, automobile, and telecommunication wires and cables said the auditors’ decision followed “a strategic review of their audit portfolio.” The post Cutix Plc’s external auditors resign after six years with company appeared first on Premium Times Ni...
…FG tightens controls on public examinations By Joseph Erunke, Abuja ABUJA — The Federal Government has warned parents, teachers, school proprietors, principals, invigilators and students involved in examination malpractice that they will face the consequences as it intensifies e...
The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has accused President Bola Tinubu of planning to make Nigerians forget the hardship caused by the removal of the fuel subsidy as the 2027 election draws closer. Atiku made the claim in a statemen...
According to official statement, the traditional ruler died on Thursday afternoon at an Egyptian hospital The post JUST IN: Emir dies after 46 years on throne appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
Twelve years ago in Canada, Nigeria stood on the brink of glory at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup. Four years earlier, the Falconets had suffered their first final defeat to Germany in 2010, and history repeated itself in Canada as the Nigerians once again fell just short ...
The Federal Government has warned parents, teachers, school proprietors, principals, invigilators and students against examination malpractice. In a statement on Thursday, Ikharo Attah, the Special Adviser (Media and Communications) to the Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, sai...
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced that the Opebi Link Bridge will be opened to motorists before the end of September 2026. Sanwo-Olu made this known on Thursday while speaking as the keynote guest at the 7th Annual Lecture organised by Freedom Online Newspaper...
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