Public affairs commentator, Mahdi Shehu, has mocked the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) following recent political developments involving Governor Dauda Lawal. In a post shared on his verified X handle on Wednesday, Shehu employed sarcastic language in reacting to the situation, suggesting that political realities had taken centre stage. “DAUDA LAWAL DARE: PRAYERS ANSWERED?” he wrote. […] Mahdi Shehu mocks PDP amid uncertainty over Dauda Lawal’s next political move

Nigeria’s Minister of Steel Development Shuaibu Abubakar Audu, has called for deeper European Union economic partnerships to accelerate Nigeria’s industrial transformation Prince Audu made this call as he delivered a keynote address at the Nigeria–German Economic Forum in Dortmund. According to a statement by Salamatu F. Jibaniya, director, Information & Public Relations in the ministry, […]

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, on Wednesday, said President Bola Tinubu wants an FCT minister who can interface with residents of the capital city and not the one that sits only in his office. Wike disclosed this during his Thank You Visit to the stakeholders in Abuja Municipal Area Council, […] Tinubu doesn’t want FCT minister who sits only in office – Wike

The Akwa Ibom State High Court, Ikot Ekpene Judicial Division, has sentenced a cultist, Innocent Nicholas Ntokon and a lecturer at Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic (Akwa Poly), Abel Udo Jacob, to varying prison terms for their roles in a relentless four-year campaign of terrorism, cultism and financial extortion. In the judgment delivered Wednesday by the […]

Governor Umar Namadi has assured that the Jigawa State Government will pursue the abduction case involving Walida Abdulhadi to its logical and legal conclusion, describing the incident as a clear case of kidnapping and vowing that all those found culpable will face justice. This was contained in a press statement signed by his Chief Press […] Gov Namadi vows justice in Walida kidnap case

The Enugu State Government has warned individuals and organisations engaging in the marketing or purchase of the vast plots of land designated for the Enugu Mechanic Village at Akegbe Ugwu to steer clear of the property, describing their activities as clear illegalities and acts of trespass. The government also threatened to prosecute trespassers and anyone […]

One of five persons accused by the Department of State Services (DSS) of carrying out the June 5, 2022 attack on the St. Francis Catholic Church, Owo, in Ondo State…

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The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Tunji Disu, on Wednesday declared that the Nigeria Police Force is ready to work with other stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation of state policing, saying the proposed system has “come to stay.” Disu spoke to State House Correspondents shortly after he was sworn in as the 23rd Inspector-General of […]

The governor of Kaduna State, Senator Uba Sani, has urged residents of the state to intensify prayers for peace, unity and sustained development, particularly during the holy month of Ramadan. The governor made the call on Wednesday at the Second Annual Ramadan Lecture organised by the Kaduna State Media Corporation (KSMC) with the theme, ‘Peaceful […]

The Transporters for Tinubu 2027 campaign has flagged off a week-long Drivers’ Care Initiative across motor parks in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. Beginning from February 26 to March 6, 2026, the outreach programme provides free eye tests, drug abuse sensitisation, and access to soft loans through the Transporters Cooperative Society. The flag-off ceremony of […]

Families of US soldiers killed in the Iran war received a tax-free $100,000 death gratuity payment, offering immediate financial support to survivors.

“I cannot apologise for what I did not do. And that is why I'm not saying too much. The matter is before the court…” The post Pastor Chris Okafor withdraws his apology to Doris Ogala, other women appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Kano Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf mourns the passing of former Finance Commissioner, Prof. Kabiru Isa Dandago, remembering his dedicated service to the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-gov-mourns-ex-finance-commissioner/

Rivers United have ascended to the summit of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) table following a commanding 3-0 victory over El-Kanemi Warriors of Maiduguri in a rescheduled fixture on Wednesday. The emphatic win sees Coach Finidi George’s side move to 48 points, now one point clear of second-placed Enugu Rangers, with a significant advantage […]

The chairman-elect of the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), Christopher Maikalangu, has pledged to dedicate 80 per cent of his administration’s resources to developmental projects in rural communities, describing grassroots empowerment as the core mandate of local government. Maikalangu made the commitment in Abuja shortly after receiving his certificate of return from the Independent National […]

A heartbreaking story of a US soldier who lost her life in Kuwait broke hearts after the news surfaced online. Her husband has now reacted to the death of his wife.

The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has signed an international management agreement (IMA) with Radisson Hospitality Belgium, and Edison Hotel and Property Development Company, in respect of the Board’s 204 rooms hotel and conference center, developed adjacent the Nigerian Content Tower, Swali, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. The management agreement was signed in Durban, South […]

The suspect opened his defence in the Owo church massacre trial on Wednesday. The post Owo Church Massacre Trial: Suspect tells court how SSS operatives arrested him appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The House of Representatives has thrown its weight behind the proposed establishment of a Green and Climate Finance Bank for Nigeria, describing the initiative as a strategic step towards deepening renewable energy financing and climate-aligned investments. The Chairman of the House Committee on Renewable Energy, Afam Ogene, made the position known on Wednesday during a Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-back-proposed-green-climate-finance-bank/

The Cross River State governor, Bassey Otu, has charged trainees engaged in the state’s School-Based Deworming Programme to demonstrate dedication, professionalism, and commitment in the collective effort to eliminate worm infections among school-aged children by the World Health Organization’s 2030 deadline. Speaking while declaring open a 2-day train the trainees refresher session for health workers […]

Philip Agbese hails Taiwo Oyedele's appointment as Minister of State for Finance, highlighting his expertise in fiscal reform to address contractor payment delays.

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has bolstered its foreign reserves with the delivery of responsibly sourced gold refined to London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) Good Delivery standards, bringing its…

Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has received a reduced 15-month suspended sentence from a Greek court. This follows a retrial concerning an incident on Mykonos in August 2020. Initially, in 2020, Maguire was given a 21-month and 10-day suspended sentence after being found guilty of multiple charges, including bodily harm and attempted bribery. His legal […]

…recognises medical fellowships as PhD equivalents …as FG approves insurance cover for 180 Federal Unity Schools The Federal Executive Council (FEC) on Wednesday approved a series of reforms in the The post FEC revives adult literacy commission, imposes six-year ban on new private versities appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Senate on Wednesday advanced proposed legislation aimed at strengthening the regulatory oversight of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) over financial technology (fintech) operations in the country. The upper chamber also considered tougher legislative measures to curb Ponzi scheme fraud, following a wave of recent financial scams, including the reported N1.3 trillion allegedly lost […]

The Member representing Oluyole Federal Constituency at the House of Representatives, Hon. Tolulope Akande-Sadipe, has congratulated Chief Alake Adeyemo on his emergence as the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress…

The federal government has announced plans to demolish and rebuild the Carter Bridge in Lagos as part of a broader infrastructure drive that includes the approval of road projects worth about N1 trillion across the country. Minister of Works, David Umahi, disclosed this on Wednesday while briefing State House correspondents at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, […]

… Order follows gridlock, missed flights at Lagos and Abuja airports — Keyamo … FG to redesign electronic payment system with private sector participation President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered The post UPDATED: Tinubu suspends airport cashless policy appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

A youth group criticizes the Ondo APC for holding its state congress despite a court order, urging national leadership to intervene in the state’s party cr Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-youths-fault-apc-for-holding-congress-despite-court-order/

Hope Behind Bars Africa (HBBA), the Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID) and Accountability Lab have endorsed the proposed Human Rights Defenders Bill (HB 1867), describing it as timely…

Nigeria’s House of Reps investigates Customs, CBN, and others over pre-shipment inspection lapses and non-remittance of crude oil proceeds to curb revenue Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-demand-fresh-submissions-from-customs-cbn-others-over-pre-shipment-activities/

"We expect to have complete and total dominance over Iranian airspace in the coming hours," Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said. The post US Nears ‘Complete’ Control Of Iran Airspace − White House appeared first on Channels Television.

Panic gripped workers and residents around Kirikiri Canal, Apapa, Lagos, yesterday after a fire broke out aboard a ship undergoing maintenance, leaving one person severely injured. The post Fire guts ship at Kirikiri Canal appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, emphasized that sustained civil–military cooperation is key to safeguarding the Niger Delta region. Air Marshal Aneke said this when he The post Sustained civil–military cooperation key to safeguarding Niger Delta region – CAS  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The absence of BOI drew sharp reactions from committee members, who described the bank’s failure to appear or file the required documents as unacceptable. The post Reps threaten arrest warrant as BOI shuns probe hearing appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.