The Pope’s statement comes amid deadly attacks in several parts of the country, with Kwara State recording the most devastating incident. The post Pope Leo XIV Condemns Attacks In Nigeria, Urges Authorities To Protect Citizens appeared first on Channels Television.

The win moves Manchester City to 50 points after 25 matches, reducing Arsenal’s lead to six points The post EPL: Man City keep title hopes alive as Haaland seals late win over Liverpool appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  Manchester City rallied to beat Liverpool 2-1 at the Anfield on Sunday to keep their title hopes alive. Dominik Szoboszlai’s sensational free-kick had looked set to secure the victory for Liverpool. Bernardo Silva however forced home to equalise for Manchester City in the 84th minute. Pep Guardiola’s side were awarded a [...]

This incident has caused a wave of concern throughout the state, particularly given its proximity to a military facility. The post Three Children Abducted In Ebonyi, Police Begin Investigation appeared first on Channels Television.

The controversy trailing the bill is coming about one year before Nigerians head to the polls to elect their leaders.  The post ‘No Reputation,’ Dalung Criticises Senate Over Electoral Act Controversy appeared first on Channels Television.

The Nigeria Labour Congress has warned that it may mobilise nationwide protests or boycott future elections over what it described as conflicting signals from the Senate on the amendment of the Electoral Act, particularly on the electronic transmission of election results. In a statement issued on Sunday, the NLC President, Joe Ajaero, said the labour [...]

The actress said Nollywood, which has spanned the VHS/CD era to the streaming era, has never been limited by fear in its storytelling. The post Finance, Investment Stalling Large-Scale Action Movies In Nigeria — Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde appeared first on Channels Television.

The United Kingdom’s research funding body, UK Research and Innovation, has approved an increase in the minimum stipend payable to PhD students, with the new rates set to take effect from October 1, 2026. Under the revised structure, the annual minimum stipend for doctoral researchers will rise to £21,805, up from £20,780, representing another above-inflation [...]

The mother of one of the four music crew members found dead in a studio in the Abraham Adesanya area of Ajah, Lagos State, has appealed for justice, describing the incident as painful and suspicious. In an emotional video shared on Saturday by an event content creator, Seyizy Sho, the distraught woman called on Nigerians [...]

Hundreds of projects remained incomplete or have not commenced despite budgetary allocations, the report stated. The post Report flags 92 fraudulent projects under Tinubu administration appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Haaland put City in front from the spot before the visitors had another goal ruled out, and Szoboszlai was sent off in the same incident after a VAR review. The post Man City Beat Liverpool To Rekindle Fading Premier League Title Hopes appeared first on Channels Television.

The enforcement of the sit-at-home had resulted in deadly attacks and destruction of goods in Nigeria’s South-east for years, despite being cancelled repeatedly by the Mr Kanu-led IPOB. The post Nnamdi Kanu announces ‘total cancellation’ of sit-at-home in South-east – IPOB appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The government warns individuals against carrying out similar actions in the name of the governor or the Sokoto State Government. The post Nigerian governor disowns car donation to TikToker appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

They stormed the community, heavily armed, shooting sporadically and forcing residents to flee their homes in fear. The shooting led to the death of one person. The post One Dead As Gunmen Attack Kwara Community appeared first on Channels Television.

A petrol-laden tanker collided with a vehicle and crashed into a road barrier opposite the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) office along the Ihiala stretch of the Onitsha–Owerri Road on Sunday, sparking a massive fire that killed two people and injured another. The crash, which occurred at about 9:30 a.m., sent commuters and nearby traders [...]

The Ekiti State Police Command has opened an inquiry after a middle-aged man, identified only as Segun, was found dead by hanging behind his home in Ise-Ekiti, Ise/Orun Local Government Area. Residents said the man reportedly attacked his elder daughter in the early hours of Sunday before taking his own life. Neighbourhood sources said the [...]

The actress also warned against tribal politics, ahead of the 2027 general elections, describing it as destructive and unnecessary. The post We Need Leaders Who Are Willing To Die For Nigeria — Omotola Jalade Ekeinde appeared first on Channels Television.

By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  Victor Osimhen continued his impressive scoring run as Galatasaray thrashed  Caykur Rizespor 3-0  on Sunday. Osimhen netted the visitors third goal of the encounter. Galatasaray fired home the opener  through Baris Yilmaz, with Noa Lang’s providing the assist. Yilmaz set up Yunus Akgün for Galatasaray’s second goal two minutes after the [...]

By Tony Obiechina, Abuja The Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI) is set to announce the inaugural MOFI Excellence Awards, scheduled for second quarter, 2026. This milestone event underscores MOFI’s commitment to promoting transparency, accountability, and good governance across Federal Government-owned enterprises. The MOFI Excellence Awards are a culmination of the Ministry’s efforts to establish a [...]

Speculations circulating on social media suggest that the NIS authorities removed a passport-producing machine from its office in Enugu State. The post Immigration speaks on alleged exclusion of South-east from passport issuance appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Andrew Abah  Nigeria’s sports sector has recorded significant gains under the leadership of the National Sports Commission (NSC), with Chairman Mallam Shehu Dikko and Director General Hon. Bukola Olopade overseeing what has been described as a strategic renaissance marked by global success, economic impact and institutional reform. Guided by the RHINSE Blueprint between 2024 [...]

Since the renewed political crisis in Rivers State, some state governors and influential politicians have declared support for Mr Fubara, especially after he defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress in December last year. The post ‘You’ll reap betrayal,’ Wike tells governors, others backing Fubara appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Andrew Abah Nigeria will host the Davis Cup World Group II playoffs from Feb. 7–8, 2026, at the Lagos Lawn Tennis Club, with the nation set to face Uzbekistan in a crucial tie. Action begins on February 7 at 11 a.m. with Nigeria’s Canice Abua taking on Uzbekistan’s Khumoyun Sultanov in the opening singles [...]

I am reading a copy of Marcel Dirsus’ How Tyrants Fall: And How Nations Survive. A 2024 non-fiction book, in it, Dirsus examines historical strategies for overthrowing dictators. He also looks at how effective dictators can be in this modern era, especially in a world of contemporary mass surveillance technologies. One of Dirsus’ narratives that prologues the […] The post Akpabio’s Gaddafi and Mrs Tinubu’s Trump honour, By Festus Adedayo appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Popular TikTok creator Habeeb ‘Peller’ Hamzat has made a heartfelt appeal to his former girlfriend, Jarvis, asking for an opportunity to restore their relationship. The couple ended their romance in December 2025, with Jarvis confirming that Peller had initiated the breakup. She noted that the strain of maintaining privacy while dating publicly contributed to the [...]

Liam Conejo Ramos, five, a preschooler at Colombia Heights Public School, Minnesota, returned home on 20 January, 2026. He might have looked forward to the warm embrace of his mother, but in the drive way of his home, United States, US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents captured him and his father, Adrian. The family […] The post Nozomi Ikuta: From US concentration camp legacy to freedom campaigner, By Owei Lakemfa appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The 48-year-old actress, who has a history for her humanitarian and advocacy work, revealed that soldiers once pointed guns at her for speaking out against the government. The post My Kids Got Death Threats During #EndSARS — Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde appeared first on Channels Television.

In recent months, Addis Ababa has accused Eritrea of supporting insurgents on Ethiopian soil -- allegations Asmara denies. The post Ethiopia Demands Eritrea ‘Immediately Withdraw’ Troops From Its Territory appeared first on Channels Television.

Patriotism in the 21st century demands more than anthem-singing and flag-waving. It requires a sophisticated, proactive, and sacrificial blueprint for national advancement. Matthew Tonlagha has emerged as a preeminent architect of this new, dynamic patriotism—a multifaceted love for country that operates in boardrooms, on pipeline routes, in global capitals, and in the quiet corners of [...]

The "Progressive Speakers" unanimously elected Hon Haruna Aliyu Dangyatin, Speaker of the Jigawa State House of Assembly, as Chairperson of the Conference. The post APC State Assembly speakers elect Jigawa counterpart as chairperson appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Igbo Youth Leaders and Stakeholders Assembly has described as mischievous and unfounded, a statement attributed to the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Senator John Azuta Mbata, where he allegedly called on Igbo youths to acquire arms in readiness for war. The alleged statement had quoted the Ohanaeze President as warning thus, “Every Igbo man from age […]

Elsewhere, record 32-time winners the United States cruised to victory in Hungary, Belgium won in Bulgaria, and the Czech Republic ensured victory over Sweden. The post South Korea’s Ride Home Support To Davis Cup Win Over Argentina appeared first on Channels Television.

Mr Ukandu, a superintendent of police, said the incident occurred at Nkwegu, opposite Nkwegu Military Cantonment gate, in Abakaliki Local Government Area of the state. The post Police confirm abduction of three children in Ebonyi appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The notice of the emergency sitting was contained in a memo dated 8 February and circulated to senators. The post Senate to hold emergency plenary session amidst Electoral Act amendment controversy appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

On Wednesday, Mr Pantami revalidated his membership with the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the party’s nationwide e-registration exercise continues. The post Gombe 2027: Pantami reaffirms APC loyalty, eyes governorship seat appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Israel foolishly desired a king rather than God. God’s jealousy is a raging fire. Inordinate affection for anyone and anything other than God is a capital offence. Look at what God did to Jeremiah. Jeremiah so loved his wife that God killed her. God said to Jeremiah: “Son of man, behold, I take away from […] The post Article of faith: The wandering of desire (2), By Femi Aribisala appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.