Four African countries call for de-escalation of tension in Ethiopia
This call comes amid the growing tension between Ethiopia’s federal government and authorities in the northern Tigray region.The post Four …
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Nigeria mourns as 32 killed in military plane crash
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Fake Professorship: University moves against Kila, removes him from website
PREMIUM TIMES’ review of the website around 7 p.m. on Monday showed that Mr Kila’s name, profile and photographs had been removed, leaving …
2027: PDP faction cautions against selling votes for rice, spaghetti
The faction urged Nigerians to reject attempts by politicians to influence their votes with food items or cash.The post 2027: PDP faction c…
Tigray rebel groups ‘forcibly recruiting boys as young as 15’ as fighting spreads
Civilians try to flee as men and boys rounded up on streets by new alliance as Ethiopia conflict erupts againAs renewed fighting has threat…
FACT-CHECK: Did UNICEF predict Niger State will not have boys in Grade 7/JSS1 by 2027?
PREMIUM TIMES contacted UNICEF to verify Governor Bago’s claim.The post FACT-CHECK: Did UNICEF predict Niger State will not have boys in Gr…
Brazil election: Lula secures 100% of votes in two countries abroad
In Brazil's presidential election, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva secured 100% of the votes cast in two foreign countries, Libya and Haiti, wher…
Military plane crashes in southern Nigeria with 32 people aboard
A military plane crashed in southern Nigeria with 32 people on board.
UN Rights Council Condemns Drone Strikes Plaguing Sudan
The UN Human Rights Council has adopted a resolution condemning the drone strikes plaguing Sudan.
US Envoy Meets Sudan's Top General in Push to End Fighting
A U.S. envoy held a rare meeting with Sudan's top general to seek an end to the ongoing fighting. Sudan has been experiencing continued con…
World Teachers’ Day: Abiodun employs 7,000 teachers, commits N24b to education infrastructure
The state government rewarded outstanding teachers, schools and administrators with over N51 million and further announced the absorption o…
Military Aircraft Crash: Ondo governor orders emergency, logistics support
"To aid ongoing efforts, Governor Aiyedatiwa has directed the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), the Ministry of Health, and relevan…
Military Aircraft Crash: Tinubu declares three-day mourning, says victims to be named
He also directed that flags should be flown at half-mast throughout the country as a mark of respect to the officers.The post Military Airc…
EFCC hands over N107m recovered from property fraud to Lagos victim
The EFCC said its investigation led to the recovery of N107 million, which was returned to the petitioner on 30 September.The post EFCC han…
Laotian man deported by U.S. to Eswatini is released after more than a year in prison
Phone Chomsavanh was among five immigrants deported to Eswatini — where he has no ties — in July 2025 in the early days of the Trump admini…
Tinubu returns to Abuja after five weeks
The Nigerian leader arrived in Abuja on Monday evening from Lagos, where he arrived following his working vacation in the UK and France.The…
Seven-Up Bottling Company advances community wellbeing
Apapa-Iganmu holds a special place in Seven-Up Bottling Company's history, as the company rolled out its first bottle of 7UP from the commu…
Nigerian military aircraft crashes, killing all 32 on board
Nigeria's president confirmed a military aircraft crashed in the country's southwest, killing all 32 people on board.
Adeleke signs Osun park Management Bill into law amid opposition from APC
Governor Adeleke signed the legislation on Monday at the Government House in Osogbo, saying it would address what he described as longstand…
Court grants reprieve to 214 students ejected from UNICAL’s Law faculty
The judge issued the interim order in favour of the students after listening to the lawyers representing to the parties.The post Court gran…
Teachers’ Day: Ekiti govt recruits 5,530 teachers, gives ₦70.5 million to outstanding ones
Governor Oyebanji said all 203 public secondary schools in the state have ICT laboratories, Interactive Boards, and 5KVA inverters, while 1…
How Taraba LG ‘subventions’ were diverted during Gov Ishaku’s tenure – Witness
The prosecution witness brought by the EFCC said he received approximately N700 million from Gassol LG into his company's account between 2…
Lagos commissioner’s ₦212 million watches spark questions amid flooding row
He disclosed the value of his Patek Philippe watches during an exchange with an ADC deputy governorship candidate over flooding and waste m…
What we know about Nigerian military aircraft that fatally crashed Monday
The aircraft was configured primarily for maritime patrol and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions.The post What …
NNPC’s Federation receivables fall to ₦11.2 trillion after energy security costs offset
The accounts also show that other receivables from the Federation rose to ₦11.2 trillion from ₦8.84 trillion.The post NNPC’s Federation rec…
Nigeria since 1999: When will the years begin to count?, By Dakuku Peterside
Think of a Nigerian born in 1999, the year civilian rule came back. That person is twenty-seven now. They have never lived under a military…
Nigerian Aircraft Crash: All 32 passengers, crew believed dead, Tinubu mourns
"The President extends his deepest condolences to the family of the 25 passengers and seven crew members involved..."The post Nigerian Airc…
Ibom Air, Etihad sign deal to connect five Nigerian cities to global network
Tickets combining Etihad and Ibom Air services are expected to become available from 3 November 2026, ahead of the commencement of Etihad’s…
Nigeria: Military plane carrying 32 people crashes
A military plane carrying 32 people, including 25 passengers and 7 crew members, has crashed in southern Nigeria. Search and rescue operati…