Confusion has reportedly erupted within a faction of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) following the death of a senior commander allegedly killed by an improvised explosive device (IED) planted by his own group in Borno State. Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred on February 24 in the Lake Chad Basin […] ISWAP senior commander killed by own IED, incident sparks internal discord in Borno forest

Iran has repeatedly denied it is seeking a nuclear weapon but insists it has the right to use nuclear technology for peaceful purposes. The post Iran Rejects US Claims On Missile Programme As ‘Big Lies’ appeared first on Channels Television.

KANO – Amnesty International, on Wednesday, raised alarm over what it describes as a disturbing pattern of arrests, detention, and harassment of individuals accused of criticizing the Governor of Kano…

The Delta State Government has called on eligible youths across the state to take advantage of the ongoing application process for admission into the 78 Regular Course of the Nigerian…

Nigerian media personality Oyemykke shares his traumatic childhood abuse experience, revealing that different women repeatedly assaulted him at age 4

The cleric has also urged the proposed outfit to deploy decisive military force in tackling criminal elements. The post Gumi backs NFSS, warns against aerial bombings after Tudun Biri tragedy appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has dismissed allegations of result manipulation at Kuroko Health Centre polling unit in Yangoji Ward, Kwali Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory, describing the claim as false and misleading. The commission said the controversy followed reports online alleging that a political party scored 1,219 votes in a polling […] INEC debunks inflated votes claim in Kwali polling unit, cites human error

The Nigerian government declared that the country does not have a “state policy of religious persecution.” The post Nigerian govt denies US Congress’ claim of Christian persecution appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has expressed profound grief over the death of renowned novelist and former Secretary to the Government of Katsina State, Bello Musa Dankano. In…

Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, visited the headquarters of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) in Abuja on Tuesday to fast-track the final certification of Muhammadu Buhari Airport…

The warning comes amid tense negotiations between Washington and Tehran over Iran’s nuclear program, ballistic missile development, and backing of armed groups in the region. While Trump emphasized his preference for diplomacy, he stressed the US is ready to use force if talks fail.

BY ZAINAB SULEIMAN OKINO The two contiguous states of Niger, Kwara and to some extent Kogi have been at the short end of the security spectrum for long, witnessing killings and kidnappings for ransom without much searchlight beamed on them. Not until the attack on St Mary Catholic School in remote Papiri community in Niger [...]

ABUJA – An Adamawa -born scholar, Dr. Faisal Hamman, 25, has joined a rare class of young scientists shaping the future of artificial intelligence. Faisal, who recently earned a doctorate…

A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Edo State, Barrister Ken Imasuangbon, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to urgently rein in members of the All Progressives…

The United States and Iran are engaged in high-stakes negotiations over Iran's atomic program and other issues including missiles. The post Trump Claims Iran Working On Missiles That Could Hit US appeared first on Channels Television.

A former Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Solomon Dalung, has strongly condemned the recent killings in parts of Plateau State, warning against a resurgence of ethnic and religious profiling on highways. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Dalung described the killing of four young traders at Dorowa Babuje in Barakin Ladi Local Government Area […] It is barbaric, criminal, unacceptable – Dalung laments selective killing of travellers in Plateau

A young first-class graduate celebrated completing her studies at the University of Ibadan from the department of law. She scored 280 in UTME and was head girl.

Victor Osimhen sent a powerful message to Juventus ahead of the UEFA Champions League second leg, highlighting Galatasaray's strategy after their first leg victory.

Recall that thugs who came in several vehicles attacked the ADC secretariat located along Ogbelaka street, in Benin, shortly after the defection of former Labour Party (LP) governorship candidate, Olumide Akpata, to the party.

The Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ikoyi, on Tuesday, arraigned a former Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), Fidet Okhiria Edetanle,…

ARCON alleged that ADVAN has "simultaneously instituted multiple lawsuits at the Federal High Court challenging its regulatory powers, while also prosecuting the same issues in the media." The post ARCON says ADVAN using media campaign to obstruct industry reforms appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Nigerian music executive, Olumide Ogunade, popularly known as ID Cabasa, has said the assumption that wisdom is associated with aging is flawed. He argued that a lot of people who are presumed to be wise because of their experiences often posse obsolete experiences. The 50-year-old noted that wisdom should be determined by competence rather than […] It’s wrong to assume people get wiser just by aging – ID Cabasa

The lawmaker representing Ibarapa East/Ido Federal Constituency and Chairman of the House Committee on the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA), Hon. Aderemi Oseni, has intensified mobilisation efforts across Oyo State…

… Exports 20m litres surplus By Udeme Akpan In a landmark shift for Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector, Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals will supply between 60 and 65 million litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) daily to meet national demand, effectively positioning the country for sustained fuel self sufficiency while exporting up to 20 million litres […] The post Dangote Refinery to supply 65m litres of petrol daily appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former presidential aspirant, Kingsley Moghalu, says the best choice he had ever made was to quit Nigerian politics. Moghalu, who said this in a post on his verified X handle, attributed his decision to personal fulfilment, family priorities, and disillusionment with the political system. He recalled how he abandoned his academic position in 2018 to […] Quitting Nigerian politics, my best decision ever – Moghalu

“In many communities, young girls miss school and women experience discomfort and shame because of myths and misinformation about menstruation.” The post First Lady distributes sanitary pads to Abia schoolgirls appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Zimbabwe’s opposition democratic struggle today is defined less by institutions than by the illusion of opposition, a spectacle choreographed around the charisma of Nelson Chamisa. The post Zimbabwe’s opposition illusion: Charisma, collapse, and the ZANU-PF machine appeared first on Nehanda Radio.

The convener of the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Ideological Group, Bamidele Atoyebi, has commended the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, describing him as the quiet…

The Commandant, Nigerian Army College of Logistics and Management (NACOLM), Major General Adewale  Adetoba has assured further collaboration between the College and the Nigerian Army College of Medical Sciences (NACOMS)…

This was the same legal lifeline that extended the stay of his predecessor, Kayode Egbetokun, who was initially due for retirement in September 2024 after clocking 60 but remained in office until his resignation on Tuesday.

Immediate past governor of Kaduna State, Malam Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai will today at the Federal High Court in Abuja be put on trial over his alleged complicity in cybercrimes and breach of Communications Act. El-Rufai is billed to be arraigned before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik by the Department of State Services (DSS) on three count charges. […] DSS set to arraign El-Rufai on alleged cybercrimes, breach of Communications Act

Popular Nollywood actor Ray Amodi has announced his exit from the film industry to pursue a full-time career in music, revealing that a long battle with anxiety informed the life-changing decision. The actor made the disclosure in a now-viral video shared on his Instagram page Tuesday evening, where he opened up about his health challenges […]

Plateau State government has strongly condemned the recent violent attacks in Dorowa Babuje and Nding communities of Barkin Ladi and Jol in Riyom Local Government Areas of the state which led to the killing of over 15 people and the destruction of properties over the last weekend. The violence, which started on Thursday, February 19, […] Plateau govt condemns renewed violence, killings in communities

Tehran has repeatedly said it would respond firmly to any attack, warning that even a limited strike "would be regarded as an act of aggression". The post Iran dismisses missile, nuclear claims after Trump alleges ‘sinister ambitions’ appeared first on Vanguard News.

The United States Congress has urged President Donald Trump to pursue a far-reaching bilateral agreement with Nigeria aimed at tackling terrorism, addressing religious violence, and limiting the influence of China and Russia in Africa’s most populous nation. The call was contained in a joint position by the United States House Committee on Appropriations and the [...]

The 27-year-old Super Eagles star was one of the defining figures in the first leg at RAMS Park, where Galatasaray ran riot in a stunning 5–1 demolition of Juventus The post Osimhen warns Juventus ahead of Champions League clash appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.