The WNBA franchise confirmed the signing on Wednesday, adding the D’Tigress star to their roster after her recent training camp stint with Dallas Wings ahead of the 2026 season The post Atlanta Dream sign D’Tigress captain Amy Okonkwo after impressive WNBA rise appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Liverpool manager, Arne Slot, has given a reason why Arsenal will win the Premier League title ahead of Manchester City. Slot spoke at his pre-match press conference on Thursday, ahead of Liverpool’s Premier League clash with Aston Villa, Friday. Arsenal sit two points ahead of Man City at the top of the Premier League table with two matches […] EPL: Why Arsenal will win title ahead of Man City – Liverpool manager Slot

The Abdulraman Mohammed-led National Working Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is set to commence the screening of its presidential and governorship aspirants for the 2027 general elections. The post PDP begins screening of presidential, governorship aspirants appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Chairman of Danko-Wasagu Local Government Area in Kebbi State and a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, Hussaini Aliyu Bena, has dismissed rumours of a political rift in the state circulating on social media, with claims that the state government has anointed a sole candidate for the Zuru/Sakaba/Fakai/Danko-Wasagu Federal Constituency ahead of the 2027 […] Kebbi APC stalwart debunks claims of political rift in state govt

The Taraba state chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Abubakar Bawa, has emphasized the critical role of local government chairmen in ensuring the successful implementation of government policies at the grassroots level. Bawa made the remark on Wednesday in Jalingo during a strategic meeting with chairmen of the 16 local government councils in the state.  The […] LG keys to driving development in Taraba – Bawa

Media and communications strategist Ayobami Eruobami has called for urgent and collective action to transform Nigeria’s education sector, stressing that the country’s future will be shaped by individuals and organisations willing to move beyond discussion and contribute to meaningful change.

Nigeria may witness another rise in inflation this April as increasing fuel prices, food costs, and global commodity shocks continue to weigh heavily on the economy. The Financial Market Dealers Association projected headline inflation at 16.42 percent for April 2026, higher than the 15.38 percent recorded in March.   Despite earlier indications that inflation was […]

Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has declared that the South East is fully behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, stating that no president from the South East has done as much for the region as Tinubu.

The Benue State Government has launched Lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable drug for HIV prevention, as part of efforts to curb new infections and end AIDS by 2030. The post Benue, with Nigeria’s heaviest HIV treatment burden, launches long-acting prevention drug appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The All Democratic Alliance, ADA, promoter, Umar Ardo, has revealed that he warned former Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, and former Kano State governor, Dr Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, against aligning with the Nigerian Democratic Congress, NDC, insisting that the party’s legal troubles remain unresolved. Ardo made the disclosure while speaking on Arise Television’s […] NDC: ‘I warned you the situation is bad’ — Umar Ardo blasts Peter Obi, Kwankwaso

Panic grips Eziobodo, an Imo community near FUTO, following an invasion by suspected gunmen. Viral videos show residents fleeing amid reported gunshots. Read More: https://punchng.com/panic-as-suspected-gunmen-invade-imo-community/

Discover the major factors like insecurity, poverty, and early marriage driving the increase in Nigeria’s out-of-school youths, as explained by NMEC. Read More: https://punchng.com/insecurity-poverty-driving-rise-in-out-of-school-youths-nmec/

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has approved the appointment of Kayode Oyekanmi as the new General Manager of Lagos Television (LTV), as part of efforts to strengthen the state-owned broadcast station.

Dangote said it rejected NNPC’s attempt to increase its 7.25% refinery stake as local petrol supply surged, cutting Nigeria’s fuel import dependence sharply.

For alleged fake ushering job involving students of Bayero University, Kano, a 32-year-old suspect, Richard Peter, is presently in the custody of the police at the zone one headquarters in Kano. The police also recovered  29 mobile phones and other items allegedly stolen from the victims. A statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer […] Man offers students fake jobs, steals mobile phones in Kano 

The Lagos State Government has disclosed that over 737,000 traffic violations have been recorded through its Intelligent Transport System as part of efforts to improve road safety, traffic management, and digital governance across the state. The Commissioner for Innovation, Science and Technology, Mr Olatunbosun Alake, made this known on Wednesday during the 2026 Ministerial Press Briefing held […] Lagos deploys intelligent transport system, records over 737,000 traffic violations 

United States officials confirm 11 survivors after a private plane crashes into the Atlantic Ocean, and rescuers conduct a high-risk helicopter evacuation.

AbdulRazaq urges APC aspirants to remain united, praises Tinubu’s leadership and highlights achievements in Kwara The post APC aspirants all winners, says AbdulRazaq ahead of Kwara primaries appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Promoter of the Alliance for Democratic Action, ADA, Umar Ardo, has explained why he opposed the registration of the Nigerian Democratic Congress, NDC, by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC. Speaking on Arise Televisions’ Morning Show programme on Thursday, Ardo alleged that the NDC failed to follow the constitutional and electoral procedures required for political party […] Why I opposed registration of NDC by INEC – Umar Ardo

The Abdulraman Mohammed-led National Working Committee of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is set to commence the screen of its presidential and governorship aspirants for the 2027 general elections.

Kwara Governor AbdulRazaq addresses aspirants ahead of APC primaries, calling them all winners and highlighting the party’s growth under President Tinubu. Read More: https://punchng.com/apc-primaries-youre-all-winners-kwara-gov-tells-aspirants/

By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  Frank Onyeka is up  for the Sky Bet Championship Player of the Month award for April following his impressive performances for Coventry City. The Nigerian midfielder played a key role as the Sky Blues secured promotion to the Premier League by winning the Championship title. Onyeka featured in three league games [...]

By Andrew  Abah  The Day Two of the 2026 CAA Senior Athletics Championships in Accra, Ghana, was a memorable outing for Team Nigeria as the nation recorded impressive performances across several events, winning Gold, Silver and Bronze medals. World record holder, Tobi Amusan, led the medal rain as she stormed to gold in the women’s [...]

A US-based man who was close to Alexx Ekubo shared their last WhatsApp chat weeks before he died. What the late actor had said in the chat caught people’s attention.

The residents of the Agbado area of Lagos State have stormed the office of Ikeja Electric over prolonged power outage affecting the community.

The sale of nomination forms for all elective offices commenced on 6 May and will end on 16 May. The post Ex-Senator Abbo, Maku declare gov ambition, purchase N25m Labour Party forms appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Association of Legislative and Advocacy Drafting Practitioners, ALDRAP, has filed a notice of appeal against an Abuja Federal High Court judgment which stopped the conferment of the Blue Silks rank on non-litigation lawyers. The court, presided by Justice Omotosho, had in its judgment granted an order of perpetual injunction restraining ALDRAP from conferring the […] Blue Silks’ rank: ALDRAP files notice of appeal, says judge erred by granting restraining order

The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, has reassured the citizens of Nigeria that the ongoing investments and regulatory measures in the telecommunications sector are starting to produce enhancements in service quality throughout the nation. In a statement released by the Commission’s Head of Public Affairs, Nnenna Ukoha, the NCC recognised the increasing public apprehension regarding inadequate […] Poor Network: NCC assures Nigerians of improved telecom services

Two women have been arraigned before an Ado-Ekiti Chief Magistrates’ Court over alleged stealing and conduct likely to cause a breach of peace. The defendants, Sule Joy, 32, and Omowumi Temilade, 22, whose addresses were not provided, were brought before the court yesterday on a three-count charge bordering on stealing and breach of peace. According […]

Anyone who has ever tried to buy a car from overseas is aware of the fear the whole process carries. You send money to a company you have never visited, in a country you may never have seen, and then you wait. You wait, you keep on waiting for weeks, sometimes months, wondering whether the […] The post From Startup to Global Leader: The SAT Japan Car Export Story appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Recording Academy unveiled major dates for the 2027 season of the Grammy Awards and confirmed a key broadcast change ahead of music’s biggest night

After discovering her husband's affair, a woman is thrown out with her newborns—until her mom-in-law hands her a trash bag hiding a secret that changes everything.

Mr Kente spoke on Wednesday in Wukari, while formally declaring his bid to challenge Governor Agbu Kefas for the APC ticket The post Aspirant rejects APC consensus plan, enters Taraba governorship race appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Imo State Police Command has officially disbanded the Tiger Base Unit, one of the known tactical squads within the command and replaced it with the Violent Crime Response Unit, VCRU, for effective response to violent crimes in the state. Other tactical squads that were disbanded include Scorpion Unit and Lion Squad. Unveiling the new […] Imo police command disbands tiger base, launches VCRU for effective crime fighting 

The quartet of Ezekiel Asuquo, Toheebat Jimoh, Victor Sampson and Patience Okon-George combined to finish in 3:16.44, ahead of Botswana and Kenya. The post Day 2 Review: Nigeria dominates mixed relay, Amusan shines as medal haul grows in Accra appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Billionaire Shade Okoya celebrated the arrival of Lateef Adedimeji and Mo Bimpe's triplets, gifting the couple essentials that sparked heartfelt reactions online.