By Joseph Erunke, Abuja The Federal Ministry of Education has urged parents and guardians to ensure that their children and wards return to their respective federal unity colleges, as the 2026/2027 academic session has commenced nationwide. The call was made by the Minister of Ed...
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended his working vacation in Europe by a few days, with the Presidency saying he will return to Nigeria at the weekend. The post President Tinubu extends vacation after three-week leave appeared first on Nairametrics ....
President Tinubu departed Nigeria on 30 August for London to begin the working vacation. The post Tinubu extends vacation abroad, announces return appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has reaffirmed that securing President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in the 2027 presidential election remains his major political priority. Wike made the declaration on Monday in Abuja while speaking with journalists ...
By Adegboyega Adeleye Nigerian influencer and entrepreneur, Waris Olayinka Akinwande, popularly known as Ola of Lagos, has explained why he deliberately chooses to live in a rented apartment despite having the financial capacity to own a house. Speaking on a recent episode of the...
Fidelity Bank's funding profile remains positive, underpinned by a large and stable deposit base The post GCR upgrades Fidelity Bank rating on stronger capital position appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
By Omeiza Ajayi The International Human Rights Commission IHRC has released the names of suspected illegal miners who died in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps NSCDC in Niger State. The victims were among scores of suspects arrested during operations con...
The Niger State Police Command has taken over the scene of the deaths of artisanal miners who died while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and commenced an investigation into the incident. The probe follows a directive by the Inspector-General...
The Federal Government, through the NSIA and partners, has launched a $300m off-grid power fund to expand renewable energy projects across Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-unveils-300m-fund-for-off-grid-power/...
The Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed an application filed by Rowane Isah Ebisan against the Federal Government’s extradition proceedings over a 21-year, 11-month and 16-day imprisonment sentence imposed on him in Italy for offences bordering on illicit possession and tra...
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory Nyesom Wike says he will not support Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma’s ambition to become Nigeria’s next Senate President. Wike made the statement on Monday while appearing on TVC’s Journalists’ Hangout programme. “This man’s office will...
A compliance officer with United Bank for Africa (UBA), Williams Abimbola, has told the Federal High Court in Abuja how funds were allegedly transferred from a Bauchi State Government sub-treasury account to a private company, JASFAD Resources Enterprises. Abimbola testified on M...
Access Bank Plc has redeemed its $500 million Senior Unsecured Eurobond following the instrument’s maturity, marking the successful conclusion of a five-year international debt issuance launched in 2021. The post Access Bank redeems $500 million Eurobond at maturity appeared firs...
Curfew was imposed on Minna following unrest triggered by the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) The post Miners’ Death: Niger lifts Minna curfew appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
Cross River police spokesperson, Sunday Eitokpah, has called on Nigerians to respect lawful police authority while seeking legal redress against misconduct, warning that violence against officers undermines the rule of law. The post Police spokesperson pens thought-provoking arti...
The Federal Government has threatened to shut the Lagos section of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway in two weeks over safety breaches and vandalism. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-threatens-to-shut-lagos-calabar-coastal-highway-in-two-weeks/...
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has demanded a thorough, transparent and independent investigation into the deaths of 37 persons in NSCDC custody. NLC President, Mr Joe Ajaero, made the demand in a statement issued on Monday in Abuja, while calling for accountability and justic...
The Federal Government has warned that it would close the Lagos section of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway within two weeks if motorists and other road users fail to comply with safety measures and conditions along the route do not improve. The warning was issued by the Federal...
President Bola Tinubu has extended his working vacation by a few days and will return to Nigeria at the weekend, the Presidency has announced. Tinubu left Nigeria on August 30 for London to begin his working vacation before moving to Paris, France, after spending a week in the Un...
The Financial Markets Dealers Association (FMDA) has projected Nigeria's financial-system liquidity inflows to fall sharply this week to N2.47 trillion, about 30.62% drop from N3.56 trillion the previous week. The post FMDA projects Nigeria’s liquidity inflows to drop 31% to N2.4...
President Bola Tinubu has extended his working vacation in Europe and is now expected to return to Nigeria at the weekend, the Presidency has announced. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-extends-vacation-in-europe-sets-weekend-return-to-nigeria/...
By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja The Federal Government has no immediate plan to increase electricity tariffs, Minister of Power, Mr. Joseph Tegbe, said on Monday, dismissing rumours of an impending hike in electricity rates across the country. Tegbe, who spoke in Abuja while presenting h...
Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has questioned who is constitutionally exercising presidential authority in Nigeria following the expiration of the three-week vacation announced for President Bola Tinubu. Tinubu ...
By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has moved to reconcile aggrieved members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) who lost in the party’s recent primaries, assuring them that there would be room for all within the party. Abiodun, who spoke on Monday ...
President Bola Tinubu has warned the Nigeria Police Force against allowing political interests to influence its conduct ahead of the 2027 general elections Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-tinubu-warns-police-against-partisan-conduct/...
President Bola Tinubu has extended his working vacation in Europe by a few days and is expected to return to Nigeria this weekend, the Presidency said on Monday. Tinubu left Nigeria on August 30 for London before travelling to Paris, France, where he held meetings with French Pre...
The Plateau government imposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew on Barkin Ladi, Bokkos and Mangu following fresh attacks in the communities. The post Plateau imposes curfew on three LGAs after fresh attacks appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
Zamfara government and the airline company signed an Air Route Development Partnership Agreement for scheduled commercial flights between Gusau International Airport and Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. The post XEJet partners Zamfara govt, begins Abuja-Gusau commerci...
By Ikechukwu Nnochiri ABUJA—The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, has asked the Federal High Court in Abuja to dismiss, as lacking in merit, the N1 billion fundamental rights enforcement suit that the former governor of Kaduna...
Despite massive investments by telecommunications operators in infrastructure, fibre-optic cable cuts remain the single biggest threat to quality of service in Nigeria today and a direct threat to the national economy and security. These cuts are a mix of wilful sabotage and unin...
For many Nigerians, buying a new smartphone, laptop, television, refrigerator or other essential household appliance can become a difficult financial decision, particularly when the full cost has to be paid at once. The same challenge can arise when an unexpected electricity, dat...
Party projects a strategic fusion of private sector enterprise and public sector experience as its formula to transform Adamawa State ahead of the 2027 polls. The post 2027: APM names retired NNPC chief as Adamawa deputy governorship candidate appeared first on Premium Times Nige...
The Federal Government has clarified recent public commentary surrounding President Bola Tinubu’s participation in the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. President Tinubu has mandated Vice President Kashim Shettima to represent him and lead Nig...
…Gives motorists two weeks to comply with rules LAGOS — The Federal Government has given motorists and other road users on the Lagos section of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway two weeks to comply with safety regulations or face a shutdown of the route. The Federal Controller of...
The result further strengthens their position as favourites for the trophy, as they now turn attention to their next fixture with confidence and momentum. The post WAFU-B U17 Girls Cup: Flamingos maintain perfect run with 2-0 win over Burkina Faso appeared first on Premium Times ...
By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship campaign of Senator Solomon Adeola has anchored his 2027 ambition on what it described as the long-standing exclusion of Ogun West Senatorial District from producing a governor of Ogun State. Media Advi...
The National Union of Electricity Employees, NUEE, in Bauchi State, has threatened to shut down power supply over the alleged assault of its members by personnel of the Nigerian Air Force, NAF. The Deputy President of the association, Rilwanu Shehu, stated this during a peaceful ...
In the suit, Mr El-Rufai urged the court to declare that the invasion and search of his residence at House 12, Mambilla Street, Aso Drive, Abuja, on 19 February amounted to a gross violation of the applicant’s fundamental rights. The post Court postpones El-Rufai’s N1bn suit agai...
The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has questioned the continued absence of President Bola Tinubu from Nigeria, 22 days after the Presidency announced that the President was embarking on a three-week annual vacation. In a statement...
Madagascar’s national team, the Barea, have arrived in Uyo ahead of their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying showdown with Nigeria’s Super Eagles. The 28-man delegation, made up of players and officials, arrived at the Victor Attah International Airport at 2:05 p.m. on Monday....
BY Victor Ahiuma-Young The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, has demanded a full, transparent and independent investigation into the deaths of 37 persons who died while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, in Niger State. The Congress, in a statement...
Four indigenes of Benue State have prayed the Federal High Court in Abuja to restrain former Attorney-General of the Federation, AGF, Chief Michael Aondoakaa, SAN, from contesting the 2027 governorship election in the state. Aondoakaa is vying for the 2027 governorship election i...
According to the lender, the repayment was integrated into the bank’s liquidity framework and has no detrimental impact on its operations or regulatory liquidity requirements. The post Access Bank redeems $500 million Eurobond appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru, ABUJA PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has extended his working vacation by few days and will now return to Nigeria at the weekend. President Tinubu departed Nigeria on August 30 for London to begin the working vacation. After spending a week in London, he moved to P...
The Nigerian Embassy in Qatar has reduced passport renewal and issuance time to about two weeks following a special intervention exercise in Doha. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerian-embassy-in-qatar-cuts-passport-processing-to-two-weeks/...
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has raised concerns over alleged political violence, voter intimidation and attacks on opposition supporters ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji...
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA— THE Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) has shed its manual, top-heavy past and is now a digital, efficient and accountable institution, its Managing Director Oluwaseun Faleye has declared. Faleye made the assertion on Monday, when he receive...
…calls for independent forensic examinations, autopsies By Ikechukwu Nnochiri ABUJA — Avocats Sans Frontières France (ASF France), otherwise known as Lawyers Without Borders, has expressed concern over the deaths of 37 alleged miners who were held in government custody at a Niger...
APRA is the first organisation to receive the Africa PR Legacy Award The post APRA wins Africa PR Legacy Award appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
The Federal Government has banned illegal occupation, shanties, truck parking, unauthorised U-turns, hawking, animal grazing, motorcycles and tricycles on the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway. The restrictions are part of measures to restore order and improve safety on the newly ope...
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — THE Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has urged Nigerians to reject division and embrace values that promote unity, as the world marks the International Day of Peace 2026. In a message to mark the day, with the theme, “Invest in Peace—For Eve...
The Federal High Court, Abuja on Monday granted permission to the former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji to travel abroad. When his matter over academic qualification falsification was called, counsel to Nnaji, Aji Kamale moved a motion praying the cour...
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA— PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has felicitated with Chief Samuel Olu Falae, elder statesman, former Secretary to the Government of the Federation and co-founder of the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO), on his 88th birthday. President Tinubu described th...
The insurance company disclosed the changes in separate notices filed with the Nigerian Exchange Limited on Monday. The post SUNU Assurances appoints new director, external auditor appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
….Says Nigeria has over 100 gas-flaring sites By Daniel Abia, P/Harcourt PORT HARCOURT — Dutch energy company, Energy Ventures B.V., has commenced moves to end gas flaring in parts of Rivers State and convert the associated gas into electricity and Liquefied Petroleum Gas, LPG. T...
The Allied Peoples Movement has unveiled Safriel Glah, a retired NNPCL manager, as the running mate to its Adamawa governorship candidate, Abdulrahman Hask Read More: https://punchng.com/adamawa-apm-gov-candidate-picks-ex-nnpcl-manager-as-running-mate/...
The President of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has said turning back on his refinery was not an option because he needed to rescue Nigeria from fuel subsidy payments that amounted to $10 billion annually. He made this disclosure in an interview with Al Jazeera recently. According...
The Federal Government of Nigeria has cleared the air on the country’s presence at the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. The government said the clarification became necessary following a recent public commentary surrounding President Bola Ahmed Tin...
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — The African Democratic Congress, ADC, on Monday warned that opposition members were nearing the limits of their restraint over alleged attacks and intimidation, saying continued failure by security agencies to protect them could push the situation to...
By Chidinma Chukwu, Abuja President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has mandated Vice President Kashim Shettima to represent him and lead Nigeria’s delegation to the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly, UNGA, in New York. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mo...
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