Nigeria, officially the Federal Republic of Nigeria, is a country in West Africa between the Sahel to the north and the Gulf of Guinea in the Atlantic Ocean to the south. It covers an area of 923,769 square kilometres (356,669 mi2). With a population of more than 236 million, it is the most populous country in Africa, and the world's sixth-most populous country. Nigeria borders Niger in the north, Chad in the northeast, Cameroon in the east, and Benin in the west. Nigeria is a federal republic comprising 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, where its capital, Abuja, is located. The largest city in Nigeria by population is Lagos, one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world and the largest in Africa.
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The campaign alleged that billboards belonging to the Imole Campaign and the Accord Party were vandalised in the early hours of the day in several local government areas, including Irewole, Ayedaade, Irepodun and Osogbo. The post Adeleke campaign council accuses Osun APC of vandalising billboards appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
A former Governor of Edo, John Odigie-Oyegun led other prominent politicians to collect the form on Mr Amaechi’s behalf at the party’s national secretariat on Friday in Abuja. The post Amaechi joins ADC presidential race, picks N90m nomination form appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
PEBEC says it will commence the enforcement exercise from 14 to 15 May as part of the government’s efforts to improve trade, enhance port efficiency and strengthen Nigeria’s business environment. The post FG agency to clear Lagos port corridor congestion appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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The resignations of the politicians happened shortly after Governor of Ebonyi State, Francis Nwifuru, convened a final stakeholders meeting which produced APC consensus aspirants for various political offices in the state ahead of the 2027 general elections. The post Resignations hit APC in Ebonyi amid consensus arrangement appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
My wife and I are hardly fixtures within Houston’s high society and vibrant social circles. By temperament, we gravitate toward a quieter and more restrained lifestyle, though my wife occasionally jokes that this conservatism was less a natural inclination and more a substantial concession for marrying this boring geezer. I neither contest the accusation nor […] The post The Odogwu illusion: When life becomes content, By Osmund Agbo appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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The Abuja meeting by Bauchi stakeholders delegated Mr Dogara and 10 others to transmit the chapter's decision to the APC national leadership. The post Bauchi APC stakeholders adopt direct primaries appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Unfortunately, Nigeria’s political climate increasingly rewards sensational accusations over factual accuracy. Once an individual is perceived as politically relevant or influential, unverified claims are recycled repeatedly to damage reputations ahead of electoral contests or appointments. Such tactics may generate headlines, but they weaken democratic culture and erode public trust in legitimate anti-corruption processes. In recent […] The post Wunti and the weaponisation of fiction, By Isah Abu appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
As we all know, the socio-economic liberation of Africa depends on the integration of the continent. So, we must unite rather than splinter. I am not opposed to the use of pressure and diplomatic actions against South Africa, but these should not be disruptive. In other words, we should handle South Africa in the corrective […] The post Africans shouldn’t join our xenophobic South African brothers in lunacy, By Owei Lakemfa appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Respected brothers and sisters! What Prophet Ibrahim had shown is an unmatched example in the annals of religion, of one’s love for Allah superseding his love for anyone else, even his own progeny. The Qur’an recorded this extraordinary story of Prophet Ibrahim’s sacrifice in the following surah al-Nahl, verse 120-122… In the Name of Allah, […] The post Friday Sermon: Reviving the Sunnah of Prophet Ibrahim’s sacrifice at Eid al-Adha!, By Murtadha Gusau appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Accountant-General says prolonged approval and disbursement timelines could affect Nigeria’s willingness to proceed with World Bank loan arrangements. The post AGF warns that Nigeria may reject delayed World Bank loans appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The April data reinforce the longstanding structural challenge in Nigeria’s electricity sector, where installed generation capacity remains significantly higher than the actual available and dispatchable power. The post Nigeria’s power plants operated at 31% capacity in April — NERC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The Nigeria Police Force, in collaboration with the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, says it has uncovered and disrupted a sophisticated examination malpractice syndicate during the conduct of the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME, at the College of Education, Warri, Delta State. The police said the operation followed intelligence-led investigations into attempts by […] JAMB: Nigeria Police bust sophisticated UTME exam malpractice syndicate
Nollywood couple, actress Adebimpe Oyebade and actor Lateef Adedimeji, have disowned a viral triplets’ photo. This is coming a week after the couple announced the arrival of their triplets after five years of waiting. Shortly after the naming ceremony on Thursday, pictures of the couple carrying the triplets surfaced on social media. Reacting to the […] Lateef Adedimeji, wife disown viral triplets photo
President Vladimir Putin is prepared for negotiations with everyone, including European leaders, but will not initiate such, the Kremlin declared on Friday. Moscow responded to a Reuters question on a Financial Times report that European Union leaders were preparing for potential talks regarding the war with Ukraine. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters that the Russian premier has repeatedly expressed his willingness to […] Putin won’t initiate talks with European leaders – Kremlin
The naira depreciated against the dollar at the official foreign exchange market on Friday to end the week on a negative note. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria showed that the naira weakened to N1,361.39 against the dollar on Friday, down from N1,355.85 exchanged on Thursday. This means that, on a day-to-day basis, the […] Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, May 8, 2026: Nigerian currency depreciates to end week on negative note
The Nigerian Democratic Congress, NDC, on Friday announced its inaugural national convention, scheduled to take place in Abuja. The announcement was made by the party’s National Chairman, Senator Moses Cleopas, through the party’s X handle. According to the statement, the NDC invited delegates to attend the convention, which will hold on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the Los […] NDC announces date for National Convention in Abuja
A suspected fighter linked to the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) has surrendered to troops of the 192 Battalion in Gwoza Local Government Area. Security sources said the man surrendered around 12:35 pm on May 7 while soldiers were carrying out picketing duties along the Gwoza–Limankara road. According to Zagazola Makama on X, the […] ISWAP fighter surrenders to troops in Borno
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Three of the six finalists in this season’s UEFA European competitions play in the Premier League. DAILY POST reports that the three teams are Arsenal, Aston Villa and Crystal Palace. Arsenal recently booked their place in the Champions League final after beating Atletico Madrid in the semi-final encounter played earlier this week. The Gunners will […] UCL, UEL, ECL: Three of six European finalists play in Premier League
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Over 35 million candidates have written examinations conducted by the National Examinations Council, NECO, in the last 25 years, according to the Registrar and Chief Executive, Professor Dantani Wushishi. Wushishi disclosed this at the Council’s 25th anniversary gala and awards night in Minna, where he said NECO, established on July 10, 1999, was created to […] Over 35 million candidates have written NECO exams in 25 years – Registrar
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Raheem Akingbolu The Nigerian Bar Association Section on Business Law has announced its 20th Annual International Business Law Conference themed ‘Beyond Reforms: Measuring Policy Impact’. The event is set to take place
.Lauds institute’s professionalism, integrity on 60th anniversary Deji Elumoye in Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima yesterday assured the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria (ICSAN) that the federal government will
Nume Ekeghe A quiet but potentially transformative reform may have just begun at the International Monetary Fund (IMF), following an unprecedented consensus among member countries to support a more open,
The Chairman of the South South Youth Leaders Forum, Odiedim Amachree, has hailed the transformative leadership of Professor Chituru Godwill Orluwene, the Chief Medical Director (CMD) of the University of Port Harcourt
Amby Uneze in Owerri A group of Concerned Stakeholders of Ohaji/Egbema in Oguta Local Government Areas of Imo State has voiced their grievances over years of deliberate marginalisation of the oil and gas-rich areas from not producing a
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Oluchi Chibuzor with agency report Health authorities across the globe are racing to trace dozens of people who disembarked from a cruise ship before an outbreak of hantavirus was detected, and
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Operatives of the newly established Inspector General Police(IGP) Violent Crime Response Unit of the Bayelsa State Police Command have arrested a key suspect in the last year abduction of a State High Court
Segun Awofadeji in Bauchi Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Mohammed, has officially picked up his nomination form to contest for the Senate seat representing Bauchi South Senatorial District under the platform of
Kuni Tyessi in Abuja The leadership of the Unity Schools Old Students Association (USOSA) has raised strong objections to the commercialisation of Unity School assets, citing inadequate stakeholder consultation, threats to the
Kazeem Ayuba As the 2027 general elections draw closer, the people of Kwara South are beginning to look beyond politics as usual. The call across Igbomina, Ekiti and Ibolo blocs
Under the leadership of Dr. Olasupo Olusi, the Bank of Industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation, expanding support for businesses, promoting inclusion, and positioning itself at the forefront of Nigeria’s
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