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Kizz Daniel drops first single of 2026
The track features Young Jonn, Krizbeatz and Wave Choir The post Kizz Daniel drops first single of 2026 appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
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Amupitan on official assignment outside Abuja – INEC
INEC has clarified that its Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, is on an official assignment outside Abuja, following questions about his whereabouts. Read More: https://punchng.com/amupitan-on-official-assignment-outside-abuja-inec/...
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Tinubu directs states, MDAs to implement action plan against child labour
By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: President Bola Tinubu has directed Ministries, Departments and Agencies MDAs, as well as state governments, employers, workers’ organisations, development partners and civil society organisations to ensure the full implementation of the National Child Labou...
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Traffic Worsens on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway After Crash at Otedola Bridge
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Peter Obi reacts to Dangote Refinery IPO
The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi, has reacted to the Dangote Refinery Initial Public Offering, IPO. In a statement posted on his verified X handle on Wednesday, Obi commended the President of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote over hi...
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Olu Jacobs: Moment Emeka Ike broke down in tears [VIDEO]
Nollywood actor and filmmaker, Emeka Ike, has been captured in a viral video shedding tears following the death of Nollywood legend, Olu Jacobs. DAILY POST reports that Olu Jacobs, a respected figure in the Nigerian movie industry, died at the age of 84 on Wednesday, September 16...
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Dangote refinery IPO could expand NGX market capitalisation by $60bn – Trade Minister
Dangote refinery IPO could expand NGX market capitalisation by $60bn – Trade Minister The Sun Nigeria
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Armed men kill police inspector inside commissioner’s residence
Police said two suspects have been arrested in connection with the inspector's death. The post Armed men kill police inspector inside commissioner’s residence appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
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Gov Lawal to attend UN General Assembly in New York
Governor Lawal’s activities begin on 18 September with a High-Level Executive Global Roundtable Side Event and the SDG Moment in New York The post Gov Lawal to attend UN General Assembly in New York appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
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INEC: Amupitan away on official assignment
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has explained that its Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, is currently away from Abuja on an official assignment, stressing that he has the authority to delegate his responsibilities to any National Commissioner. INEC Directo...
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NCDMB hosts 5th edition of book reading programme, tasks Nigerians on culture of learning
The event attracted leading lights of the Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA), Bayelsa State Chapter, their counterparts of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) and Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), as well as academics and university undergraduates The post NCDM...
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Electricity: ‘Our freezers now freezing’ – Power Minister says Nigerians begging him to slow down
The Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, says some Nigerians had asked him to “slow down” with the improvement in electricity. Speaking at the the commissioning of the 3-megawatt solar hybrid power project at the University of Abuja, Tegbe said Nigerians are complaining that their fr...
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No going back on concession — Education Minister
By Adesina Wahab, Joseph Erunke and Matthew Johnson The Federal Government on Wednesday ruled out any reversal of its decision to concession the management of King’s College, Lagos, to the institution’s Old Boys Association, as policemen took over the school premises following da...
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Peter Obi backs Dangote refinery IPO, urges Nigerians to invest
The 2027 presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Peter Obi, has encouraged Nigerians to invest in the Dangote Petroleum Refinery IPO. Read More: https://punchng.com/peter-obi-backs-dangote-refinery-ipo-urges-nigerians-to-invest/...
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2027: Abiodun urges church to back peaceful election participation
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has urged the Church in Nigeria to mobilise its members for responsible citizenship and peaceful participation in the 20 Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-abiodun-urges-church-to-back-peaceful-election-participation/...
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Jigawa, Rano Air sign agreement for Abuja-Dutse commercial flights
The signing ceremony, which was held at the Government House, Dutse, was presided over by the Deputy Governor, Aminu Usman, who represented Governor Umar Namadi. The post Jigawa, Rano Air sign agreement for Abuja-Dutse commercial flights appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
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NIMC, one of Tinubu’s clearest delivery stories – Akume
By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, has described the National Identity Management Commission NIMC as one of the clearest delivery stories of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, citing rising enrolment and deepening inte...
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Court orders NICON Insurance Head of Directors to give seven years account to liquidator
The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered Head of Directors of the National Insurance Corporation of Nigeria, NICON, to give account of their roles in the liquidated company in the past seven years to the liquidator as part of the bid to preserve the company’s assets. The prese...
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JAMB moves to overhaul UTME with life skills
By Joseph Erunke, Abuja The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, has begun a major review of the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME, with plans to introduce life skills and critical thinking into the nation’s tertiary admission test. The proposed reform c...
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Nigeria plans first wheelchair American Football Super League following successful Lagos debut
Nigeria plans first wheelchair American Football Super League following successful Lagos debut EWN
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No Confirmed Case Of Diphtheria In Enugu — Commissioner
The Enugu State Commissioner for Health, George Ugwu, has said that there is currently no confirmed case of diphtheria in the state. The clarification follows a suspected case reported at the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital (UNTH), Enugu. Ugwu, a professor, said the case ...
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Journalists urged to probe Nigeria’s health system failures
Journalists urged to probe Nigeria’s health system failures The Sun Nigeria
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AFCON 2027Q: Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau gear up to name squads for Super Eagles
The Barea of Madagascar are set to unveil their squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixture against the Super Eagles of Nigeria. Head coach Corentin Martins is expected to include three new players in his squad, according to Midi Madagasikara. Five players from th...
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Top 10 most affordable states to live in August 2026
Nigeria's inflation trajectory eased further in August 2026, with the national headline inflation rate slowing for the third consecutive month to 15.39% from 15.43% in July, while the food inflation rate declined to 19.57% after five consecutive months of increases. The post Top ...
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Navy hails conviction of nine crude oil thieves
The Nigerian Navy has welcomed the conviction of nine persons by the Federal High Court in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, for crude oil theft, describing the judgment as a significant development in the fight against economic sabotage. The nine convicts were sentenced on September 14, 202...
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Peter Obi urges Nigerians to buy Dangote Refinery shares
By Adegboyega Adeleye Former Anambra State governor and presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has urged Nigerians to invest in the ongoing Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals. Obi made the call in a ...
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2027: S’Court reserves judgment in appeal to restore voided portions of Electoral Act
By Ikechukwu Nnochiri ABUJA — The Supreme Court, on Wednesday, reserved its judgment in an appeal the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) filed to challenge the nullification of portions of the Electoral Act 2026 by the Court of Appeal. The Abuja Division of the appe...
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MARCON, NPERA strengthen partnership for blue economy growth
MARCON, NPERA strengthen partnership for blue economy growth The Guardian Nigeria News
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NMDPRA targets $10bn gas investments through de-risking
By Obas Esiedesa, Bangkok The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, NMDPRA, is targeting up to $10 billion in gas investments through its Midstream and Downstream Gas Infrastructure Fund, MDGIF, which has deployed about $300 million to de-risk projects...
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As Kenya, South Africa And Others Protect Their Traders, Nigerian Traders Deserve A Fair Marketplace Too
As Kenya, South Africa And Others Protect Their Traders, Nigerian Traders Deserve A Fair Marketplace Too Modern Ghana
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‘Olu Jacobs was one of Nollywood’s respected fathers’ — Sanwo-Olu mourns
By Adegboyega Adeleye Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has described the death of veteran Nollywood actor, Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, as a great loss to Nigeria’s creative industry and the country. Jacobs died at age 84, and his son, Olusoji Ja...
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Eight drown as speed boats collide in Cross River
At least eight passengers have reportedly drowned after two speed boats collided in the waters around Tikoro area near Cameroon. The incident occurred on the afternoon of September 6, 2026, when a W23 speed boat carrying 13 Nigerian passengers from Ikang in Bakassi Local Governme...
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‘Nigerians tell me to slow down, freezers are freezing’ — Power Minister
By Folarin Kehinde, Abuja The Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, on Wednesday said some Nigerians had asked him to “slow down” the improvement in electricity supply because, according to him, their freezers were now working continuously. Tegbe made the statement in Abuja while spea...
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FG inaugurates 3MW solar plant, trains 300 students
The Federal Government has commissioned a 3MW solar hybrid power plant at Yakubu Gowon University, Abuja, to improve electricity for academic activities. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-inaugurates-3mw-solar-plant-trains-300-students/...
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Nigeria’s renewable energy push gets fresh $5m investment
The move to tackle inadequate supply of electricity in Nigeria through adoption of renewable energy has received a fresh boost with a $5 million investment that is expected to benefit about 41,000 beneficiaries nationwide. The Federal Government has adopted a shift towards clean,...
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‘Educated illiterate’ – Soludo under fire after releasing alleged records of Peter Obi’s debts
The Anambra State Governor, Charles Soludo, came under heavy criticism on Wednesday following the release of alleged records of loan taken by presidential candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress, NDC Peter Obi, when he served as governor of the state. DAILY POST earlier rep...
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Driver Trapped In Multiple-Vehicle Crash On Otedola Bridge
Traffic congestion on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway worsened on Wednesday after a multiple-vehicle crash at Otedola, just before the bridge inward Berger. Our correspondent confirmed that three trucks and two other vehicles were involved in the accident. No death was recorded, whil...
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FG commissions 3MW hybrid mini-grid project in Abuja varsity
An official also disclosed that the government is establishing a national call centre to receive and resolve electricity complaints across the country. The post FG commissions 3MW hybrid mini-grid project in Abuja varsity appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
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Why I stepped back from criticising government — Mr Macaroni
Nigerian actor Mr Macaroni explains why he scaled back his public criticism of government, citing fatigue, backlash from citizens, and threats he faced. Read More: https://punchng.com/why-i-stepped-back-from-criticising-government-mr-macaroni/...
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World Bank appoints Nobel laureate Michael Kremer as Chief Economist
The World Bank Group President, Ajay Banga, has announced that Nobel laureate Michael Kremer has been appointed as the bank’s Chief Economist and Senior Vice President for Development Economics. The post World Bank appoints Nobel laureate Michael Kremer as Chief Economist appeare...
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Tinubu mourns veteran actor Olu Jacobs
President Tinubu described Mr Jacobs, who died on Wednesday at 84, as one of Nigeria's most distinguished actors and a towering figure whose remarkable career spanned theatre, television and film globally. The post Tinubu mourns veteran actor Olu Jacobs appeared first on Premium ...
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NSCDC Arrests 13 Over Cable Vandalism, Car Theft, Trafficking
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested and paraded more than 13 suspects in connection with cable vandalism, armed robbery, car theft and human trafficking across the Federal Capital Territory and six other states. The arrests, according to the Corps, w...
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How my decision delayed telcos’ entry into Nigeria’s financial space — Sanusi Lamido
Mr Sanusi said he could identify three areas where he would have acted differently, but disclosed only one of them during the discussion. The post How my decision delayed telcos’ entry into Nigeria’s financial space — Sanusi Lamido appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
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Anambra debt revelation: Be a man, stop campaign – Lere Olayinka to Peter Obi
Lere Olayinka, the Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication and Social Media to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, on Wednesday, charged the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to stop his campaign. Obi had vo...
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Sterling Holdings appoints Jaiyeola, Ikwudinma as Sterling Bank’s directors
The company also disclosed the retirement of the bank’s directors following the expiration of their respective tenures. The post Sterling Holdings appoints Jaiyeola, Ikwudinma as Sterling Bank’s directors appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
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2027: Ex-VON DG asks Tinubu to ignore APC governors’ concerns, embrace Wike’s Rainbow Coalition
Osita Okechukwu alleged that some APC governors lacked the capacity to mobilise voters in their states for Tinubu. The post 2027: Ex-VON DG asks Tinubu to ignore APC governors’ concerns, embrace Wike’s Rainbow Coalition appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
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Army rescues 31 kidnap victims, kills terrorist kingpin in Kebbi, Katsina
Troops of the Nigerian Army have rescued 31 kidnap victims and killed a terrorist kingpin during separate operations in Kebbi and Katsina states. Read More: https://punchng.com/army-rescues-31-kidnap-victims-kills-terrorist-kingpin-in-kebbi-katsina/...
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Four vehicles crash on Lagos-Ibadan expressway, worsens gridlock
A multiple-vehicle crash involving three trucks and a car has occurred at Otedola on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, causing a major traffic backlog. Read More: https://punchng.com/four-vehicles-crash-on-lagos-ibadan-expressway-worsens-gridlock/...
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Xiaomi 18 Fold: What to know about Xiaomi’s new foldable
Table of contents Xiaomi 18 Fold release date and availability Xiaomi 18 Fold price Detailed specs How the Xiaomi 18 Fold compares What this means for Nigerian buyers On September 7, 2026, Xiaomi announced the Xiaomi 18 Fold in China, its company’s first foldable with a wide, sho...
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‘Black Wednesday in Nollywood’ – Nigerian celebrities react to Olu Jacobs’ death
Many Nigerian celebrities, including actors, singers, influencers and comedians have reacted to the death of veteran actor, Olu Jacobs. DAILY POST reports that Olu Jacobs, a well respected actor in the Nigerian movie industry, died at 84 on Wednesday, September 16 2026 amid his b...
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Airlines blame airport congestion, weather for flight delays
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Anambra debt controversy: Presidency dares Peter Obi to quit presidential race
By Bayo Wahab The Presidency has challenged Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate Peter Obi to honor his pledge to withdraw from the 2027 presidential race, after the Anambra State Government disputed his claim that he left the state without outstanding financi...
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FG commissions 3.3MW solar mini-grid, 2MWh battery storage at Yakubu Gowon University
The Federal Government has commissioned a 3.3MWp solar hybrid mini-grid with 2MWh battery storage at Yakubu Gowon University, formerly the University of Abuja, as part of efforts to improve reliable electricity supply to federal tertiary institutions. The post FG commissions 3.3M...
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Liquidation: 13 directors served with court order over NICON Insurance assets
By Ikechukwu Nnochiri ABUJA — In a bid to preserve the assets of NICON Insurance Limited, which is undergoing liquidation, the Federal High Court in Abuja has directed the service of its order on 13 former directors of the company to enable them to give an account of their roles ...
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CBN begins work on new financial inclusion strategy, targets deeper access
The CBN said the emerging strategy would adopt an integrated, data-driven, and accountable framework to address gaps in Nigeria’s financial system. The post CBN begins work on new financial inclusion strategy, targets deeper access appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
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Navy rescues 3 stowaways hidden in ship’s propeller compartment
Hardship made us do it – suspects By Evelyn Usman Three Nigerian boat drivers who sneaked aboard a Merchant Vessel, MV MAERSK CALABAR, bound for Europe and hid inside its propeller compartment have been intercepted and rescued by the operatives of the Nigerian Navy, around the Fa...
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Team Lagos dominates Southwest zonal elimination ahead of National Sports Festival
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Durosinmi earns Osimhen comparison from agent
Genk forward Rafiu Durosinmi has been compared to compatriot Victor Osimhen by his agent, Tosin Dosunmu. Durosinmi linked up with the Smurfs from Serie A club, Pisa, last month. The Nigeria international has been in fantastic form since his arrival at the Belgian Pro League giant...
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Anambra debt scandal: Quit 2027 race now – Presidency dares Peter Obi
The Presidency has dared the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi, to quit the 2027 race following the ongoing dispute between him and the Anambra State government over debts and financial liabilities. The Special Adviser to President Bola Tin...
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US trade barriers report: Customs tackles port bottlenecks
By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau Chief The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) says it has introduced several measures to address bottlenecks at the nation’s ports and facilitate trade. The service was responding to concerns about obstacles to trade in Nigeria highlighted in the United State...
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