The military confirmed attacks on three bases, and the death of four soldiers The post Nigerian military speaks on insurgents attacks in Borno, reassures citizens appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Few in Bayrou's team believe that he will be brought down over the scandal. The post French PM To Testify On Child Abuse Scandal appeared first on Channels Television.

Justice Simon Amobeda of the Federal High Court in Kano has postponed the sentencing of popular TikToker Murja Ibrahimi Kunya to May 20. Murja is facing a charge from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for allegedly abusing the naira. She reportedly sprayed and danced on N400,000 during a party held at the Tahir [...]

Wealth Phantom is software created to guide traders through various market conditions and automate the execution of orders. Most people might find trading tedious because of unpredictable market conditions and The post Wealth Phantom Review UK 2025: Scam or Legit? – Truth Explained! appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Crude stocks were up by 4.3 million barrels in the week ended May 9. The post Oil Retreats As Traders Await High US Crude Stockpiles appeared first on Channels Television.

Contrary to the insinuations that President Bola Tinubu’s May 8, 2025, visit to Anambra State was a mere frivolity, the visit has been described as having huge prospects for developing Anambra State and the Southeast. The Anambra State President of Ohaneze Ndigbo Worldwide, Mazi Chukwuma Okpalaezeukwu, disclosed in an exclusive chat with our correspondent in [...]

Fidson Healthcare Plc, Nigeria’s pharmaceutical manufacturer, has reinforced its leadership in 2024 with a ₦3.7 billion investment in local pharmaceutical manufacturing infrastructure, an aggressive move that underlines its commitment to homegrown healthcare solutions. The investment, aimed at expanding production capacity and reducing reliance on imported medicines, comes as the company reported a record ₦84.2 billion […]

The tragic death of a 19-year-old girl in Lagos, identified by neighbors as Timilehin, has sparked renewed calls for stronger mental health support for students facing academic pressure. Timilehin, described as quiet and full of promise, reportedly took her own life after seeing her 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) result. She scored 190—lower than [...]

The Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital (ATBUTH) in Bauchi State has announced the launch of an internal investigation into the death of a female patient, following allegations of staff negligence. The hospital’s Head of Public Relations and Protocol, Usman Koli, made this known in a statement shared on his official Facebook page on Tuesday. [...]

In response to the recent killing of 12 soldiers by Boko Haram insurgents in Marte, Borno State, the Nigerian Senate has urged the military to urgently reinforce its presence in the North-East. During Tuesday’s plenary session, lawmakers stressed the importance of equipping the armed forces with modern weapons and advanced surveillance technologies to effectively combat [...]

Asa Asika, longtime manager of Afrobeats superstar Davido, is reportedly preparing to tie the knot, with details of the upcoming ceremony beginning to surface online. Entertainment blogger Cutie Juls broke the news via an Instagram post, revealing that Asika and his fiancée, Leona, have been in a relationship since July 2023. The couple has reportedly [...]

Tragedy struck on Monday as Mrs. Bukola Agbakaizu, a seasoned broadcast journalist with Ogun State Television (OGTV), Abeokuta, collapsed and died while preparing for her afternoon shift at the station. Her death was confirmed in a statement released by the Secretary of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun State Council, Mr. Bunmi Adigun, on [...]

“Please tell the President to pay the Abiola family the N45 billion. That will finally close the June 12 chapter,” Mr Lamido says. The post Ex-Governor Lamido urges Tinubu to settle N45bn debt owed MKO Abiola appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

In what now seems like an absurd but strangely structured practice, attacking Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, has morphed into more than political opposition. It has become a specialized, almost institutionalized field. Let us call it Obilogy, the systematic study and targeted deconstruction of Peter Obi’s every word, action, and silence. Just [...]

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) says the country’s healthcare system is facing a serious crisis. In a statement released on Tuesday, the group revealed that over 20,000 doctors have left Nigeria in the past 20 years. They blamed this on ongoing brain drain, poor working conditions, and a lack of proper medical equipment [...]

Former Senate President, Bukola Saraki, has congratulated Nollywood actor and ace producer, Femi Adebayo, over his recent win at the 11th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA). Saraki took to his X (formerlyTwitter) account on Tuesday to describe Adebayo’s victory as a ‘well-earned recognition’ and a moment of pride for the people […]

Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ward Five, Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State, Nelson Adepoyigi, has been kidnapped. Adepoyigi was abducted on Ifon-Owo highway. Ondo Police The post Ondo APC chair abducted appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Representing the Nigerian film industry, National President of the Association of Movie Producers of Nigeria, (AMP), Amb Dr. Queen Blessing Ebigieson, praised the initiative as a turning point for Nollywood producers who have long borne the brunt of digital piracy.

The Rivers State former governorship candidate of the Labor Party, LP, 2015, Prince Tonye Princewill, has re-enacted the historic FESTAC ‘77 in an epic movie thriller reflecting on Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage. Princewill, who has contested governorship elections about three The post Ex-Rivers guber candidate Princewill showcases Nigeria’s culture in epic movie appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Net loss stood at £75 million ($99.8 million) in the 12 months to the end of March. The post 1,700 Jobs At Risk As Burberry Declares £75m Annual Loss appeared first on Channels Television.

A coalition of civil society organisations has described as baseless the allegations linking the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, to an N80 billion fraud scandal. According to the CSOs, the allegation is entirely unfounded, The post Alleged N80b Fraud: Allegation against Akume baseless – CSOs appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Ododo, represented by his Deputy, Joel Salifu, made the announcement in his address at the closing ceremony of the 2025 Batch ‘A’ Stream I corps members deployed to Kogi.

Nottingham Forest has released a statement to counter recent claims. Firstly, the club confirmed that Super Eagles forward Taiwo Awoniyi is recovering well after undergoing surgery on his abdomen. The 25-year-old sustained the injury after colliding with a goalpost during Sunday’s match against Leicester City. Nottingham Forest also urged all players, coaches, and media outlets [...]

“Your leadership is an inspiration to us and a beacon of hope for a better future built on knowledge, ideas, integrity, dignity, and moral discipline,” Jigawa female students. These heartfelt words of appreciation came from female students in Jigawa State, who commended Governor Umar Namadi for his relentless efforts in promoting girl-child education and the […]

The 2025 Benue International Investment and Economic Summit, held from May 8 to 10 in Makurdi, has been hailed as a landmark event that marks a new chapter in the economic repositioning of Benue State. The summit attracted global investors, top policymakers, development partners, and industry leaders, showcasing Benue as a frontier destination for agro-industrial […]

After failing to unite and in the process handing over victory to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on a platter of gold in the 2023 presidential election, Peter Obi and Atiku Abubakar have been grandstanding and upbraiding the government of the day. This posturing serves as partial fulfillment of their role as opposition figures or perhaps [...]

The Chairman of Ifo Local Government Area, Ogun State, Idris Olalekan Kusimo, has been criticised by netizens for his congratulatory message to a non-indigene for an outstanding performance in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) set by the Joint The post Ogun LG chairman under fire over UTME forms for non-indigenes appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The Muhammadu Buhari Industrial Park in Gombe State, one of the most significant industrial investments in Northern Nigeria, has so far attracted investments worth over N60 billion, with expectations for more as the park prepares to commence full operations by the end of 2025. This was disclosed by the Chairman of the Park’s Interim Management […]

When Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya assumed office in 2019 as Governor of Gombe State,  he made it clear that his administration would not tread softly on the path of development. 6 years on, that promise has been kept, boldly and visibly. From bustling townships to forgotten hinterlands, Gombe State is now wearing a new face, stitched […]

Gombe State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to agricultural development as it hosted a high-level delegation from the African Agricultural Technology Foundation (AATF). The interactive session, which was under the auspices of the Deputy Governor of Gombe State, Manassah Daniel Jatau, focused on leveraging modern agricultural technology to boost productivity and enhance food security. Welcoming […]

Tesla is at a turning point as Musk, its largest shareholder with a 13% stake, shifts focus from a promised affordable EV platform to robotaxis and humanoid robots. The post Tesla Board To Review Pay Deal For Elon Musk appeared first on Channels Television.

Shareholders of the Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS) have approved and received dividend payment of N1.76 per share for the year ended December 31, 2024. The shareholders gave their approval at the company’s 31st Annual General Meeting(AGM) held at the weekend in Lagos, where the 2024 financial report was presented, even as the shareholders commended […]

MTN Nigeria Communications (MTNN) has restated its commitment to sustainable business practices and transparent Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) disclosures. The company stated this at its ‘Facts Behind the Sustainability Report (FBSR) presentation’ held in Lagos. MTNN’s 2024 Sustainability Report, marking its sixth consecutive year of transparent sustainability reporting. This report serves as a complementary […]

No fewer than 10 listed banks have declared a whopping N1.83trillion total pretax profits in their first quarter(Q1) 2025 financial results, LEADERSHIP checks have shown. Similarly, most of the deposit money banks (DMBs) have positioned their balance sheets to benefit from forex adjustments and high-yield assets. The concerned financial institutions are: Zenith Bank, Guaranty Trust […]

AXA Mansard Investments Limited has expressed its commitment to continue empowering women financially in the country. The company said this at its third edition of its flagship webinar series, ‘Achieve Much More, held virtually. This special Women’s Day edition, themed “Women’s Wealth: How to Start from Where You Are”, was designed to equip Nigerian women […]

Ecobank Transnational Incorporated (ETI), reported a 17 per cent increase in profit before tax (PBT) to $175 million for the first quarter (Q1) of 2025. The contributing factors to the increase were an expansion in net interest spreads, which benefited from lower funding costs, higher net fees and commission income, efficiency gains from the ongoing […]