DCG Bomodi highlighted the strong link between illicit drugs and insecurity, noting that sustained collaboration among government agencies is critical to combating narcotics trafficking.

This year’s celebration was subdued in observance of the late Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, who passed away. The post God had plan for bringing me to APC – Gov Diri appeared first on Vanguard News.

A former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr Idi Hong, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Adamawa. The post Ex-foreign affairs minister defects to APC in Adamawa appeared first on Vanguard News.

Valentine’s Day celebrations are heavily restricted in Saudi Arabia. In the past, authorities discouraged the sale of red roses and Valentine-themed gifts during the period, and public celebrations have faced limitations.

Sunday Apah Chairman of the Governing Council of Delta State Polytechnic, Oghara, Chief (Hon.) Andrew Oghene-Aga Orugbo, has given a 7-day ultimatum to the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress…

Residents of Plau in Somanya were thrown into shock after the body of a 34-year-old woman was discovered at her family home under suspicious circumstances on February 3. 

Nigerian singer Teni’s ‘Labubu’ evokes mixed reactions as fans marvel at her new look and discuss her weight loss journey in the dreamy music video debut.

Tottenham Hotspur have appointed Igor Tudor as their interim manager until the end of the season.

A yet-to-be-identified young woman is feared dead after floodwaters swept her away in Nima following Friday morning’s heavy rains. It remains unclear how she ended up in the drain. Eyewitnesses say several young men made frantic attempts to rescue her, but the strong current overpowered them. One of the rescuers, Geyhard Kwamena, a student at […]

Veteran Nollywood actor Bob-Manuel Udokwu has revealed how his celebrity status affected his children’s school life, saying his daughter was singled out and bullied because of who he is.

The Director of Agribusiness Incubation Centre, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike ( MOUAU) Dr Philips Nto who has been fighting for the release of his promotion to the rank…

Iyanaladuke, Femi Adebayo's ex-wife, reveals her restaurant's reopening after a tumultuous closure, sparking reconciliation rumours with a new video.

The Cargo Cult of Nigerian Democracy When cargo first arrived on remote Pacific islands during the Second World War, it came suddenly and in abundance. Aircraft landed with supplies. Ships docked with food, tools, clothing and medicines. Local inhabitants benefited directly, enjoying a standard of living they had never experienced before. What they did not […] The post Nigeria’s endless ritual of electoral reforms and the reality of rigging, By Jeremiah Angai appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Idris Kalgo has accused President Bola Tinubu-led government of targeting opposition members for investigations, while shielding ruling APC politicians. Speaking on Trust TV, Kalgo questioned why there is a selective enforcement of investigations forced against opposition members in Nigeria. “Why is it only ADC members who are […] Tinubu govt targeting opposition, shielding APC members – ADC chieftain, Kalgo alleges

The Executive Assistant to the Governor of Delta State, Deacon Matthew Kwode, has congratulated Olorogun Sunday Onoriode, the Director of Protocol, Government House, Asaba, Delta State, on the occasion of…

An Adabraka District Court has granted a GH¢10,000 bail with two sureties to a 34-year-old trader accused of posing as a military officer to impress a nurse at the 37 Military Hospital. 

West Ham United booked their place in the FA Cup fifth round after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over League One side Burton Albion at the Pirelli Stadium on Saturday.

There was pandemonium at the Fruit Market, Oil Mill, Rumuokwurusi, Port Harcourt, Rivers State on Saturday following the killing of a trader, an indigene of Mbagel Village, Buruku Local Government Area of Benue State, identified as Higightor Wenem. CSP Grace Iringe-Koko, the spokesperson of the Rivers State Police Command, made the incident known to journalists […] Tension in Rivers as wheelbarrow pusher allegedly stabs Benue trader to death

As Nigeria joins the rest of the world to celebrate this year’s Valentine’s Day, Bishop Israel Alaya has urged youths to see the celebration as a time to spread agape love, and not as an excuse to engage in sexual immorality. Alaya, who is the Presiding Bishop of Dominion Bible Church International, Quarry, Abeokuta, insisted […] Valentine’s Day: Cleric urges Nigerian youths to shun fornication, adultery

The electronic transmission of results to the IReV entails the online publishing of scanned copies of the Polling Unit result sheets (Form EC8A), which are usually published at each Polling Unit as Form EC60E. It is a foundational reform that addresses perennial challenges in Nigeria’s elections… In a bold demonstration of democratic engagement and civic […] The post Citizens’ march to the National Assembly: A demand for critical electoral reforms, By Agianpe Onyema appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Youth leaders from the six states of Nigeria’s North Central region and the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, have inaugurated national and state executives of a regional youth forum, pledging to focus on voter registration and participation ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking at the event held in Abuja on Saturday, the Director-General of the […] 2027: North Central Youths commit to voter mobilization drive

The Member of Parliament for Tano North Constituency in the Ahafo Region, Gideon Boako, has secured funding for the reconstruction of the decades-old Yamfo Market, a move expected to transform trading activities and significantly improve sanitation, safety and general well-being in the area.

  The ECOWAS Commission is intensifying efforts to make cross-border mobile communication more affordable and seamless across West Africa. Over half of the Member States have already implemented at least…

Former Minister of State for Health and later Foreign Affairs, Dr Aliyu Idi Hong, has officially defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The formal defection took place on Saturday evening at his home ward in Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State, where he said it had become inevitable to leave the Peoples Democratic […] Ex-Minister Idi Hong formally defects to APC

Barely a year to the presidential election scheduled for February 20, 2027, the North Central youths have vowed to mobilize 5 million votes for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The group…

The Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) has arraigned six persons before the Eti‑Osa Magisterial District Court over alleged energy theft and conspiracy in Ajah area of Lagos State. The defendants — Abiodun Aremu (40), Okwori Joseph (40), Ebi Veronica (28), Vanella Macaulay (25), Loritta Etim (27) and Oyindamola Adekunle (31) — were brought before Presiding […]

A former Yobe State Commissioner for Agriculture and one-time Commissioner for Environment, Alhaji Musa Dumburi, has died at the age of 70.

Ten-man West Ham United scraped into the FA Cup fifth round after Crysencio Summerville’s extra-time winner secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory at League One side Burton Albion on Saturday. Nuno Espírito Santo’s side were pushed all the way by their lower-league opponents, with Summerville finally breaking the deadlock in extra time, notching his sixth goal […]

An activist, Steven Kefas, has recounted his alleged abduction and unlawful arrest under El-Rufai, former governor of Kaduna State, in 2019. Kefas, in a statement on his X account on Saturday, narrated how he was allegedly tracked, abducted, and unlawfully detained by plainclothes police officers he claims were sent by El‑Rufai. He alleged that El-Rufai’s […] How El-Rufai abducted me in 2019 – Kefas alleges

Top musicians known for indigenous-laden songs in the Igbo language, Phyno and Flavour, have struck gold once again with Uzo Ano.   Released under the Penthauze imprint, the title translates to “Four Roads” in Igbo, symbolizing a crossroads of culture, success, and destiny. As expected from the kings of the East, the track is a […]

As one of Africa’s biggest sporting events, the marathon saw amateur runners, some tackling their first 42 kilometres, battle fatigue, health risks and humidity beyond their limits. The post IN PICTURES: Grit, Speed, Celebration And Defining Moments Of 2026 Lagos Marathon appeared first on Channels Television.

A statement issued by the Ministry of Education on Saturday, February 14, 2026, confirmed that the Minister has been released from the 37 Military Hospital, where he was receiving medical care.

60th birthday: Ex-Super Eagles stars to honour Akagburuonye with novelty match As part of activities lined up to mark the 60th birthday of a legal luminary and businessman, Obioma Success…

neuroscientist, Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath, says that Generation Z is the first modern generation to perform worse in school than the generation before them.

Marc Guehi scored his first goal for Manchester City to seal a 2-0 win over minnows Salford in FA Cup fourth round, while Burnley suffered an embarrassing exit against Mansfield on Saturday. The post Guehi scores first Man City goal to kill off Salford, Burnley stunned in FA Cup appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Works, Akin Alabi, has warned the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, that the scheduled dates for the 2027 general elections, which fall during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, violate regulations. Alabi, in a tweet via his X account on Saturday, also insisted that the only […] 2027: Elections before Ramadan violate regulations – Akin Alabi warns INEC, offers only solution