An official says the initiative is jointly funded by the European Union and the German government. The post Enugu govt, energy firms sign deal to electrify four rural communities appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Model Jenn alleges that Kanye West assaulted her during a 2010 music video shoot, sparking mixed online reactions and highlighting complex power dynamics.

Discover the World Cup highest-paid players for 2026, featuring Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. See the full list of football’s top earners. Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-11-highest-paid-players-at-world-cup/

By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  World Cup-bound Portugal ended the Super Eagles’ 12-match unbeaten run with a 2-1 victory in their final warm-up game in Leiria on Tuesday night, Prompt News Online reports. The hosts, ranked fifth in the world, took the lead in the 23rd minute through Pedro Neto. Nigeria, who are 21 places below [...]

The United States launched a new round of air strikes against Iran on Wednesday evening, the US military said, in the second straight day of American attacks on the Islamic republic. The post US military says carrying out ‘self-defense strikes’ against Iran appeared first on Vanguard News.

The EFCC chairman said the Commission was committed to combating the monetisation of the electoral process, saying vote buying, vote selling, and other forms of financial influence undermine democracy and good governance The post EFCC boss calls for credible 2027 elections appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

An official emphasised that the NSIB investigation was strictly safety-focused and non-punitive. The post Warri-Itakpe Train Derailment: NSIB says its investigators have retrieved ‘evidence’ appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Nigeria's 12-match unbeaten streak came to an end on Wednesday after Portugal claimed a 2-1 victory over the Super Eagles in an international friendly. The post Portugal ends Super Eagles unbeaten run with 2-1 win appeared first on Vanguard News.

The victory ensured Portugal headed into the World Cup on the back of successive wins, while Nigeria was left to reflect on a narrow defeat despite Adams’ equaliser. The post Super Eagles Fall 2-1 To Portugal In Friendly appeared first on Channels Television.

The conference was expected to bring together ministers, policymakers, researchers, development partners, civil society organisations and private sector representatives from across the world to strengthen global efforts against antimicrobial resistance. The post Nigeria postpones global ministerial conference on antimicrobial resistance appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Lagos State Governor Sanwo-Olu announces Lekki Port Phase 2 development will begin soon, boosting Lagos’s role as West Africa’s maritime hub and trade gate Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-to-begin-lekki-port-phase-two-development-soon-sanwo-olu/

Portugal beat Nigeria 2-1 in an international friendly played on Wednesday night. The Super Eagles were looking to cause a major upset against Cristiano Ronaldo and co, after drawing 2-2 with Poland one week ago. But it was the former European champions who took the lead, with Pedro Neto finding space inside the box to […] Super Eagles lose 2-1 to Portugal in friendly match

The United States has imposed sanctions on Iran’s associates that have sought to source and purchase weapons, including man-portable air-defense systems (MANPADS). Those affected—accused of fronting for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC)—include thirteen individuals and entities based in Iran, Belarus, and China, including Hong Kong. The designations follow the May 8, 2026 action to disrupt procurement networks that […] US sanctions Iran’s associates seeking to buy weapons for IRGC

As the political tension rises in Osun ahead August 15 governorship poll, the state chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Campaign Council and The Imole Campaign Council (TICC), on Wednesday bickered over Tuesday’s gunmen attacks on some towns in The post Guber polls: Adeleke, Oyebamiji’s Campaign Councils bicker over gunmen attacks in Osun appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The operation was launched in response to recent kidnapping incidents in the Paze community of Byazhin. The post Police Rescue Five Kidnap Victims In FCT, Neutralise Two Suspects appeared first on Channels Television.

am not that kind of politician," Dickson said. "I have spent years in opposition politics, so being in the opposition does not scare me."He maintained

Explore the three arms of government in Nigeria, their constitutional functions, and the importance of the separation of powers in the 2026 political climate.

EFCC chairman says the commission plans to deploy drones and other technological tools to strengthen election monitoring for the 2027 general elections. The post 2027: Governorship aspirants spent N30bn on primary elections — EFCC boss appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Who is Mark Sydney Davis? Unknown to many, the little-known Costco clerk's parents were once Hollywood's famous entertainers. Here is all you need to know about him.

President Vladimir Putin has directed heads of special services and law enforcement agencies to bolster counter-terrorism and security across the educational and social systems and infrastructure. He gave the order on Wednesday at a meeting with senior government members, where he stressed that children’s health and wellbeing remains one of Russia’s national priorities. “Carry out the relevant work […] Putin orders enhanced security around Russian schools, infrastructure

“It is not enough to say you have closed the schools. What are you putting in place to ensure that these children are safe and still continue with their academic work, which is very important.” The post Insecurity: Mixed reactions trail closure of schools in Edo appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The founder of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) and former governor of Bayelsa State Senator Henry Seriake Dickson has said direct primaries imposed by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), is responsible for most of the crisis in his party and other political parties. Dickson, who was a guest on Arise Primetime programme on Wednesday […]

Everton have been ordered to pay Burnley £35 million after a Premier League tribunal ruled that the Toffees’ breach of financial rules directly contributed to Burnley’s relegation from the top flight. The dispute dates back to the 2021-22 campaign, when Everton were found to have violated the Premier League’s profitability and sustainability regulations (PSR) across […]

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has recovered major evidence from the scene of the Monday’s train derailment along the Warri-Itakpe rail corridor. The bureau also said that it has intensified efforts to determine the immediate and the remote causes The post NSIB retrieves key evidence in Warri-Itakpe train derailment appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The Command urged members of the public to verify security-related information through official channels before sharing it on social media. The post Police Debunk Terrorist Infiltration Claims In Oyo, Dismiss Viral Video As False appeared first on Channels Television.

The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) on Wednesday disclosed that over 600,000 taxpayers have been onboarded on its Rev360, a next-generation digital tax administration platform billed as the most significant upgrade to the service’s technology infrastructure. The new platform offers taxpayers a unified portal for registration, filing, payment, and compliance management from a single interface, the […]

Residents of Danare community in Boki Local Government Area of Cross River State were thrown into panic on Wednesday morning following the alleged entry of more than 200 Cameroonian military personnel into Nigerian territory without clearance. A community resident, Mary (surname withheld), said the troops crossed the international boundary without following established protocols, triggering fear […]

Everton must pay Burnley over £35m in compensation following a Premier League profitability and sustainability dispute from the 2021/22 season. The Toffees Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-everton-ordered-to-pay-burnley-35m-over-relegation-dispute/

Alex Iwobi has etched his name into Nigerian football history after making his 100th appearance for the Super Eagles, becoming just the fourth player to reach the milestone for the national team. The post Full list of Super Eagles players with 100 caps as Iwobi achieves feat appeared first on Vanguard News.

The traditional ruler of Bangha Kingdom in Khana Local Government Area of Rivers State, King Suanu Baridam, has dismissed allegations of mass arrests in Taabaa community, insisting that security operatives are only carrying out lawful investigative procedures. His clarification comes amid claims by the traditional ruler of Taabaa community, Chief Prosper Neeuwe, that no fewer […]

The Federal Ministry of Transportation and the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) have expressed deep regret over the train accident that occurred on the Warri–Itakpe Train Service (WITS) corridor near Agbor, Delta State, resulting in the loss of five lives and The post FG, NRC launch investigation into deadly Warri–Itakpe train crash appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

OOU don advocates for prioritizing preventive health education to reduce medical costs and improve public health in Nigeria. Learn how health education can Read More: https://punchng.com/oou-don-seeks-preventive-health-education-to-reduce-medical-costs/

The committee issued the threat following Mr Kyari’s failure to honour several invitations to explain the alleged ₦210 trillion discrepancy flagged in reports submitted by the Auditor-General of the Federation covering the period between 2017 and 2023. The post Senate panel threatens arrest warrant against Ex-NNPC MD, Mele Kyari over “missing” N210trn appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A brief fire outbreak on Wednesday disrupted proceedings at the Senate wing of the National Assembly during the screening of Dr. Zainab Marwa for appointment to the Governing Board of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). The incident occurred at Senate Hearing Room 107 shortly after the Senate Committee on NDDC concluded the screening exercise […]

The Naira depreciated against the dollar at the official foreign exchange market on Wednesday. The Central Bank of Nigeria’s data showed that the Naira weakened for the first time this week to N1,362.05 per dollar on Wednesday, down from N1,360.55 traded on Tuesday. This means that on a day-to-day basis, the Naira dipped by N1.5 against the dollar. […] Dollar to Naira exchange rate Today, June 10, 2026: Nigerian currency records first depreciation

‎The maiden National Summit of State Social Health Insurance Agencies (SSHIAs) has ended in Akure, Ondo State, with stakeholders adopting a far-reaching communique calling for compulsory health insurance laws across all states of the federation as a key step toward achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC). ‎ ‎The communique, issued at the end of the two-day […]