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A new UN report shows Africa now has the highest number of people facing hunger, surpassing Asia. Discover the causes and proposed solutions for Africa hun
Nigerian soldiers successfully rescued kidnap victims and foiled an abduction attempt in recent operations across Zamfara and Katsina states. Read more her
Jigawa Governor Umar Namadi made a surprise visit to the State Secretariat, finding top officials absent. This inspection aims to improve public service de
Investors oversubscribe the Federal Government bond auction in July, with subscriptions reaching ₦1.74tn. Learn about the strong demand for FG bonds.
Manchester City tops the list of clubs benefiting from FIFA's Club Benefits Programme for the 2026 World Cup, receiving $4.4 million. The program compensates clubs for releasing players to participate in the tournament.
President Tinubu approves a new army battalion for Kwara State to combat rising insecurity, banditry, and kidnappings. Learn how this strengthens Kwara sec
The First Lady’s N50m Green Nigeria Challenge community category closed without entries. Learn why and how other categories remain open for participation.
Former DSS operative Dennis Amachree claims Gen. Sani Abacha died of cardiac arrest during intercourse, debunking poisoned apple theories. Get the full sto
Taiwo Oyedele has urged the banking sector to enhance public trust and confidence. The NDIC emphasizes the importance of protecting depositors as a key priority.
INEC has launched a recruitment portal for the 2026 elections, allowing applicants to apply online. The portal is open from July 20 to July 27, providing a window for interested candidates.
Anti-migrant unrest in South Africa, particularly in Jeffreys Bay, fuels suspicion and fear. Learn how xenophobia impacts small towns and foreign nationals
The NSCDC has uncovered a counterfeit university in Badagry, rescuing 106 young individuals who were deceived into paying large sums for non-existent education. This operation highlights the ongoing issue of educational fraud in Nigeria.
Kuwait is experiencing power disruptions due to attacks on its infrastructure by Iran, prompting citizens to conserve electricity. This marks the fourth consecutive day of such incidents, raising concerns about energy security in the region.
The Nigerian government aims to increase oil production by 300,000 barrels per day through the 2025 Licensing Round. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to boost reserves by 500 million barrels.
The Next Afrobeats Star Season 2 is now accepting submissions for aspiring artists. The competition offers a lucrative ₦225 million recording contract to the winner.
The Nigerian government has reintroduced 13 oil blocks to the licensing pool after receiving bids for only 37 out of 50 blocks. This move aims to enhance participation in the oil sector.
A woman died in a fire that destroyed a four-room apartment in Uyo, Akwa Ibom. Witnesses attribute the blaze to an electric scooter battery left charging overnight.
Ferguson has praised his former rival Keegan for assembling Newcastle's greatest team. Their historical rivalry in the Premier League is well-remembered, especially the 1996 title race.
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Kebbi has detained 39 vehicles for traffic violations during a special enforcement operation. Sector Commander Rukayya Zakaria announced the arrests aimed at improving road safety in the state.
Several Android smartphones have been ranked superior to the iPhone 17 in various aspects such as display refresh rate and battery endurance. This highlights the competitive landscape in the smartphone market.
The Lagos State chapter of the PDP has denied endorsing President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 elections. They refuted a viral statement claiming their support for his administration.
WHO Regional Director for Africa, Mohamed Janabi, said viral hepatitis remains a major public health challenge across the region, even though new hepatitis B infections declined by 25 per cent between 2015 and 2024 The post WHO urges Africa to expand access to hepatitis care appe...
Senator Adeniyi Adegbonmire has honored the late former Governor Rotimi Akeredolu on what would have been his 70th birthday. He described Akeredolu as a significant figure in Ondo State's history.
Orji Uzor Kalu welcomed First Lady Oluremi Tinubu during her visit to Abia State. She attended the Akwete Weaving Cooperative Society event in Ukwa East Local Government Area.
NUPRC says 13 oil blocks were returned to the government’s licensing basket after they failed to attract bids The post JUST IN: Nigeria returns 13 oil blocks after 196 firms qualify for commercial bid appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Nnamdi Kanu's legal team has condemned threats against his life and is considering legal action against those involved. They are particularly targeting the individual and TV station that made the call for his extrajudicial killing.
Delayed rains in Yobe State have disrupted farming activities, impacting farmers and laborers. The situation is compounded by decreased food prices, making it difficult for agricultural progress.
Nigerian troops successfully disrupted Boko Haram's tax collection in Yobe, killing one combatant and recovering weapons. This operation highlights ongoing efforts to combat terrorism in the region.
Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has expressed remorse to the Igbo community for the state's involvement in the Nigerian Civil War. He emphasized the importance of unity and prosperity moving forward.
The ICPC has confirmed that Femi Gbajabiamila was invited for questioning related to the PFIPC scandal, clarifying he was not arrested. This clarification aims to address any misunderstandings regarding his involvement.