Following social media reports that the Broad Street branch of Polaris Bank went up in flames on Thursday, the bank has said the fire only affected a car at its car park within the building and no one was hurt in the incident. Speaking with LEADERSHIP, Spokesperson of the bank, Rasheed Bolarinwa who described the […]

The fashion entrepreneur and CEO of House of Luminee said she values privacy and believes it has helped preserve her peace despite the challenges she has faced.

NMA warned that failure to address the issues at the heart of the industrial action could trigger a broader healthcare crisis in Lagos and across the country.

The United Arab Emirates has made history as the first Arab country to prohibit children under the age of 15 from creating personal social media accounts, with no exceptions, even for those with parental consent. The landmark rules were approved by the UAE cabinet on Thursday, placing the Gulf nation at the forefront of a […]

He added that although most men feel compelled to act strongly, they need to priortise their rest and recover when needed.

The Africa Social Impact Summit (ASIS) is targeting the signing of at least $500 million worth of deals at its 2026 edition as organisers seek to deepen investment in Africa’s social and economic development. Organisers disclosed this on Wednesday in Abuja during a joint press conference hosted by the United Nations and the Africa Social […]

Ayra Starr has opened up about the inspiration behind her recent music and what fans can expect from her highly anticipated third album, in a new interview on The Dotty Show on Apple Music. Speaking on her 2025 hit ‘Hot Body,’ the Nigerian superstar said the record was born from a desire to make music […]

A fire outbreak on Thursday engulfed a multi-storey commercial building housing a branch of Polaris Bank on Broad Street, Lagos Island, causing panic among residents, workers and business owners in the area. Videos circulating on social media showed thick black smoke billowing from the building as onlookers gathered around the scene while emergency responders battled […]

A coalition of Northern youths under the umbrella of the Coalition of Arewa Youth Groups has warned that the 2027 general election could be Nigeria’s last if what it described as growing political intolerance and selective justice continue. The group issued the warning during a press briefing on Thursday where it demanded the immediate release […]

"I appreciate the support you have given our candidate so far, but Saturday is the day that matters most. Come out in your numbers and vote for the ADC. We are confident that we will return here to celebrate victory," he said. The post #EkitiDecides: David Mark presents ADC flag to Bejide, rallies supporters ahead of election appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

According him, reports and findings relating to the increasing neglect of development control measures necessitated the establishment of the Committee to thoroughly examine the operations of the KNUPDA and identify factors responsible for the persistent violations of planning regulations across the state.

The minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has ruled out the establishment of a national carrier for Nigeria, insisting that government-owned airlines cannot thrive under bureaucratic and political control. Keyamo made the declaration on Thursday in Lagos during the unveiling of two newly acquired Boeing 737-800 Next Generation (NG) aircraft by United Nigeria […]

Osun State Government has written the Assistant Inspector General of Police, Zone XI, requesting security for council chairmen elected under the Peoples Democratic Party and local government staff to enable smooth resumption at council secretariats across the state. The request was made in a letter dated June 18, 2026, by MUSIBAU ADETUNBI (SAN) & Co. […] The post LG Crisis: Osun Govt Writes AIG, Seeks Police Security For Resumption Of Elected PDP Council Officials appeared first on OsunDefender.