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Kwara State Police have arrested Muhamodu Sanni, a suspected kidnapper, while he was withdrawing ransom money at a POS terminal in Ilorin. Read more on the
The PDP demands an investigation into Senator Fadahunsi’s viral election remarks, citing threats of violence and calling for peaceful 2027 elections.
The Sultanate Council urges Nigerian Muslims to look out for the Rabiul Awwal moon on Thursday, August 13, 2026, and report sightings to authorities.
The Accord Party appeals to the EU to intervene in escalating Osun election tension, citing alleged attacks, arrests, and intimidation of its members.
Lagos State University celebrates Ayilara Olawale and Adebanjo Oluolamide, LASU’s best graduating students for the 2024/2025 and 2025/2026 sessions.
President Trump asserts the US maintains total control over the strategic Strait of Hormuz, calling its naval blockade a “wall of steel” amid the ongoing w
Three separate fire outbreaks in Anambra State destroyed a bank, bookshop, and multiple shops in Awka and Onitsha. Learn about the causes and damage.
Two US media groups are suing President Trump over his “corrupt and unconstitutional” scheme to charge for early access to his market-moving Truth Social p
Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner are set to acquire the Los Angeles Lakers for a record $12.5 billion. This historic Lakers sale marks a new era for the NBA gia
The Central Bank of Nigeria has relaxed borrowing rules for banks involved in foreign exchange and government securities, aiming to improve liquidity manag
ASUU’s Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University chapter declares a total strike over unpaid salaries, demanding immediate payment to resume academic activities.
LAGOS — Human rights lawyer, Mr Femi Falana, SAN, has called on the Federal Government to reopen investigations into the circumstances surrounding the death of the late Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale (M.K.O.) Abiola while in government custody in 1998. Falana, who represented ...
Among the Nigerian officials attending the meeting are the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu; Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa; and Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. The post Photos: US, Nigeria hold fresh security talks in Washington appeared first...
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — The Accord Party has called for the immediate prosecution of Senator Francis Adenigba Fadahunsi over what it described as an alleged call for the killing of its members and supporters in Ijeshaland, Osun State, ahead of Saturday’s governorship el...
OSOGBO — The presidential candidate of the Accord Party, Dr Gbenga Hashim, has warned political actors and supporters against inciting violence ahead of the Osun State governorship election scheduled for Saturday. Hashim, in a statement, said those making inflammatory statement...
By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja ABUJA — Nigeria’s daily oil production declined by four per cent in July 2026, falling to 1.67 million barrels per day (mbpd) from 1.74mbpd recorded in June, according to the latest production data from the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commis...
By Egufe Yafugborhi WARRI — The suspended Delta State Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Reuben Izeze, has reportedly paid fines for some inmates at the Medium Security Custodial Centre, Warri, where he is currently being remanded. Izeze was on Monday arraigned ...
Aviation labour unions that singled out Air Peace for a violent and disruptive terminal blockade on Tuesday will be held read more Unions liable for passenger claims after selective picketing, as losses top N2bn – Air Peace COO
UEFA is introducing stricter refereeing measures for the new European season, with changes to VAR, red cards and time-wasting rules read more UEFA tightens red card and VAR rules as referees regain control
By Vincent Ujumadu AWKA — The Coordinator of the Owerri Zone of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Prof. Dennis Aribodor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, has condemned the arrest and detention of two officials of the union at Imo State University (IMSU), saying...
The team has been home to some of the league's biggest superstars including Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Shaquille O'Neal and the late Kobe Bryant. The post NBA’s Los Angeles Lakers to be sold for $12.5bn – Report appeared first on Vanguard News.
Apostle Joshua Aghasedo states that the use of sex toys by married couples is not a sin, likening them to tools that enhance intimacy within marriage.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike orders immediate closure of the secretariat for the dissolved Ad-hoc Committee on Sales of Federal Government Houses in the FCT.
Nigeria’s crude oil production saw a 4% decline in July but still met its OPEC quota for the third consecutive month. Learn more about Nigeria oil producti
On International Youth Day, Anambra First Lady Nonye Soludo celebrates Nigerian youths, urging them to embrace their role as changemakers and innovators.
Cristiano Ronaldo sends heartfelt message to Lionel Messi, offering support and strength after the passing of Messi’s father. Ronaldo comforts Messi in thi
By Rotimi Ojomoyela ADO-EKITI — The 2026 Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Ekiti State, Dr Wole Oluyede, has confirmed the formation of a political alliance involving the PDP, Accord, Action Democratic Party (ADP), Young Progressive Party (YPP), Action Al...
By Henry Umoru ABUJA — The Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja has set aside the judgment of the Federal High Court recognising Shehu Gabam as National Chairman of the Social Democratic Party (SDP). The appellate court delivered the unanimous judgment on Wednesday through a three-...
Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Lagos State Governor, on Wednesday commissioned a new Mid-Level Agro-Produce Hub in Agege as part of efforts to read more Sanwo-Olu opens Agege food hub as Lagos builds network to feed 25m
The new provisions take immediate effect, with CBN directing all banks, authorised dealers and other market participants to ensure strict compliance. The post CBN removes FX, government securities restrictions on discount window access appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.