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The summit will bring together journalists, policymakers, academics and civil society leaders to examine the growing threat of disinformation to democratic governance across West Africa. The post CJID to host Ghana media summit on disinformation, democracy appeared first on Premi...
A coalition has defended Femi Gbajabiamila against allegations related to the PFIPC and PEAC controversy, calling the criticisms unfounded. They emphasize the importance of constructive dialogue over destructive criticism.
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, advocates practical reforms to strengthen local government (LG) finances, emphasizing fiscal due process and revenue
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, has proposed the establishment of a specialised Commercial read more Nigeria’s finance minister advocates commercial dispute tribunal to unlock capital
The Lagos State governorship candidate of the National Democratic Congress, Funso Doherty, has called on the Lagos State Government to compensate residents and business owners affected by the recent flooding across the state, urging an independent investigation into whether envir...
The US Supreme Court has dismissed President Trump's attempt to limit birthright citizenship. This decision marks a significant moment in the ongoing debate over immigration policy.
The APC's Democratic Integrity Network has condemned a protest in Ondo State, accusing the Aiyedatiwa faction of inciting unrest. Governor Akeredolu has distanced himself from the demonstration.
The Federal Government has urged African countries to accelerate African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) implementation to drive industrialisation, digital trade and shared prosperity. Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment,
A faction of the PDP has condemned the arrest of Ewa Okpo, its Akwa Ibom spokesperson, labeling it as intimidation. They have pledged to provide full legal support to Okpo.
ADC youths protest in Abuja, demanding Justice Peter Lifu’s removal over the party’s deregistration ruling. They petition NJC, vowing sustained action.
ASUU Nsukka Zone threatens indefinite strike at ESUT if Enugu State Government fails to implement the 2025 ASUU/FG agreement on lecturers’ remuneration.
ASUU threatens indefinite strike in Oyo and Kwara if governors fail to implement the 2025 FGN-ASUU Agreement. Members demand full payment of allowances and
Nigeria’s development challenges are often discussed through the lens of economic growth, infrastructure, public finance, insecurity or unemployment. Each of read more Nigeria’s greatest asset: Why human capital must be at the centre of development
• Says INEC nomination form raises questions on leadership, transparency • Urges publication of candidates’ credentials to boost public confidence Sunday Aborisade in Abuja The presidential candidate of the Nigeria
The Finance Minister says the government is drawing the loan in phases to reduce borrowing costs while supporting infrastructure projects, budget implementation and debt refinancing. The post Oyedele confirms Nigeria has drawn first $1.5 billion under $5 billion Abu Dhabi financi...
The Federal Executive Council approved a series of financing packages for transportation, agriculture, power, infrastructure and small businesses as part of efforts to ease economic pressures and support long-term growth. The post FEC approves N215bn for CNG buses, $900 million a...
The death toll from flooding that paralysed Ghana's capital has risen to at least 12, emergency services said on Tuesday, after the government apologised for its handling of the disaster. The post Death toll from Ghana’s flood climbs to 12 appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Cross River State Government has marked the residence of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, deputy governorship candidate for 2027, Mr Alphonsus Eba, along with others for demolition, triggering a defiant response from the politician who has vowed that nothing, not even death...
The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi, has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to publish the academic certificates and credentials submitted by all candidates seeking elective offices, saying such a move would st...
The Federal Government has evacuated another 269 Nigerians from South Africa, bringing the total number of citizens repatriated within the read more 269 more Nigerians evacuated from South Africa as FG steps up repatriation efforts
A Federal High Court in Abuja has approved bail for Omoyele Sowore, imposing new conditions for his release. This decision marks a significant development in his ongoing legal issues.
More than 32 million students are enrolled on the DNEMIS portal, according to the National Project Coordinator of the Special Programmes Operations and Implementation Unit in the Office of the Minister of Education, Adebayo Onigbanjo. The post Nigerian govt to launch platform to ...
Mr Ojukwu was elected on 26 June during the Fourth Annual Conference of ANPMN held in Kigali, Rwanda. The post NHRC’s Tony Ojukwu elected vice-president of African Rights Network appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The Federal Government will seek compensation for businesses and properties abandoned by Nigerians returning from South Africa under its voluntary evacuati
Peter Obi questions Nigerian leaders’ ‘sound mind’ after filling his INEC nomination form, urging focus on insecurity and economic crises over politics.
The court ordered that one of the sureties must be a traditional ruler from Mr Sowore's community, while the second must own landed property in Abuja. The post Court grants Sowore N200 million bail in alleged cybercrime trial appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta The pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has commended the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, the Governors of Ogun and Lagos states, and the Commissioners of Police in both states for their decisive action aga...
The federal government has approved a sweeping overhaul of the National Youth Service Corps, splitting the orientation programme into three distinct phases and introducing 11 specialised career streams from which corps members will choose at registration, according to details pro...
Nigerians react to the Federal Government’s decision to extend the NYSC orientation camp to six weeks, with mixed views on infrastructure, welfare, and ski
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, urges Nigerian governors to take responsibility for tackling insecurity in their states, not solely blame President T