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The US Mission in Nigeria welcomes Brandon Hudspeth as the new US Consul General in Lagos. Discover his priorities for strengthening US-Nigeria relations.
A new survey reveals Kano State has 875,593 out-of-school children, a reduction from 2023 figures. Learn about the state’s efforts to address this challeng
The Nigeria Police Force assures Osun residents of adequate security for Saturday’s governorship election, deploying helicopters, drones, and MOPOL to ensu
Amnesty International Nigeria initiates an online petition against Senator Francis Fadahunsi over his ‘kill Accord’ comment ahead of the Osun governorship
Gunmen abducted 14 passengers in Benue State. Police confirm 5 rescued, 9 remain captive. Read more on the Benue abduction and ongoing rescue efforts.
Nigeria’s hopes of reaching the tournament were ended on Thursday after the Super Falcons suffered a 2-1 defeat to South Africa in the qualifying playoffs. The post World Cup failure: ‘I’m not afraid of being sacked’ — Madugu appeared first on Vanguard News.
A fatal tree fall on Uyo’s Abak Road exposes concerns over ageing roadside trees and questions about the Akwa Ibom government’s failure to allocate funds for their inspection, pruning, and removal. The post Falling tree kills motorcyclist in Uyo, raising questions over govern...
City are understood to have rejected an opening bid of £38.5 million ($52 million) from Barcelona for the midfielder. The post Maresca uncertain over Rodri’s future at Man City appeared first on Vanguard News.
Giwa disclosed that the suspects had been linked to the abduction of a man at Mgbabuowa/Aguobuowa, Ezeagu, on May 25, 2026, for which N5.5 million ransom was allegedly collected. The post Police parade 14 kidnap suspects, recover 5 AK-47 rifles, 310 rounds in Enugu appeared first...
Kebbi Police Command spokesperson, SP Bashir Usman, in a statement on Friday, said the incident occurred on 9th August 2026 at about 1900hrs in the Zango Area, Zuru. The post Police arrest 29-yr-old man for desecrating Qur’an for ritual in Zuru appeared first on Vanguard Ne...
Embattled Universal Insurance Plc has entered into a binding N7.128 billion private placement agreement with FPNG Co-Nvest Limited, a transaction read more Universal Insurance seals N7.1bn capital injection deal as fate hangs on NAICOM
* Says outcome of Osun election must reflect will of the citizenry Deji Elumoye in Abuja President Bola Tinubu has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the
President Tinubu also charged the electorate in Osun State to come out to discharge their civic responsibility. The post #OsunDecides2026: Tinubu calls for peaceful, transparent election appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Mr. Hudspeth, a career member of the Senior Foreign Service, takes over from Consul General Rick Swart, who retired from the US Foreign Service in July 2026. The post Hudspeth takes over as US Consul General in Lagos appeared first on Vanguard News.
Arsenal are reportedly considering a sensational late move for Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen as they continue to explore attacking options before the transfer window closes. The post Arsenal plot sensational Victor Osimhen move after Vinicius Jr snub appeared first on Vanguard ...
The events of Tuesday morning were chaotic, especially for Air Peace travellers who were stranded due to picketing activities carried read more Air Peace picketing: What the law says
Ahead of the Osun election, police embark on a route march in Osogbo to ensure security, while INEC distributes non-sensitive materials for the poll.
Kano police arrest five suspects for producing and selling fake herbal medicine, impersonating a registered practitioner. Verify products to avoid fraud.
Persons with disabilities and BBNaija star Phyna joined Governor Bassey Otu’s ‘One Million March’ in Cross River State, showing massive support.
Anambra State Police Command recovers two locally fabricated pistols and three Vikings Confraternity caps from an abandoned motorcycle in Awka North. Effor
SMEDAN launches the Building Resilient Young Nigerian Entrepreneurs Project (BRYNE) to support 100,000 young entrepreneurs annually with training, finance,
A fire outbreak in Gombe’s Yalenguruza Quarters destroyed N80m worth of property in two residential flats. Prompt response by firefighters prevented furthe
In a PwC report titled The World in 2050, Nigeria is projected to become one of the world’s 10 largest economies read more Who builds the bridge to Nigeria’s $13trn economy?
Before now, Nigeria’s fiscal narrative has been trapped in a familiar paradox: an ambitious national budget laden with critical infrastructure read more Why stronger domestic revenue mobilisation remains Nigeria’s best path to fiscal space
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission and the security agencies to ensure a peaceful and transparent election in Osun State. The people of Osun State will go to the polls on Saturday, August 15, 2026,...
According to him, “for decades, Benue State has faced serious security challenges, including armed attacks, kidnappings, banditry, militia activities and communal conflicts. The post Tiv, Arewa youths laud Tinubu over creation of Army Division in Benue appeared first on Vanguar...
The Imole Campaign Council has commended the Nigerian Navy for what it described as professionalism and neutrality in Osun State, while condemning the reported release of an All Progressives Congress House of Assembly candidate allegedly arrested with a gun. The post Adeleke camp...
The result ended Nigeria’s hopes of reaching the 2027 World Cup and brought their historic run of qualifying for every edition of the tournament to an end The post Madugu apologises after Super Falcons World Cup heartbreak appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Crude oil prices were on course for a weekly gain of about 4 percent as the United States and Iran read more Oil prices set for 4% weekly gain as Hormuz risks persist
Nigerian singer, Oyinkansola Aderibigbe, popularly known as Ayra Starr, has released her third studio album titled “Starr Girl”. The 16-track project features Nigerian Afrobeats stars, Wizkid on “Gimme Dat” and Rema on “Who’s Dat Girl”. Other confirmed guest appeara...