DSS arraigns 19 suspects over crude oil theft in Akwa Ibom

The Department of State Services, DSS, on Friday arraigned 19 suspects before an Uyo Magistrate Court over alleged crude oil theft. The DSS had earlier arraigned 19 suspects over that matter. It was gathered that the sus…

RHOLAN challenges US report on Nigeria's fiscal transparency

RHOLAN challenged the US fiscal transparency report on Nigeria, citing public financial reforms and digital systems while acknowledging remaining gaps.

Breaking: Lamentation as former speaker “peacefully joined his Lord”

A popular and influential former speaker has reportedly died, leaving behind a great sorrow that gathered grieves as the details emerged. You need to see that.

Canada removes 3,323 Indian nationals in first half of 2026, tops CBSA deportation list

India topped Canada’s enforced removals in early 2026, with 3,323 nationals deported, nearly one-third of 10,607 cases already duely recorded by CBSA.

Nigeria made the list as 7 countries with most church buildings worldwide

The full list of countries with the highest number of buildings across the world has been compiled and the position of Nigeria in the list could surprise you.

Nigerian military salaries from General to Colonel to last rank, full list emerges

New salaries of Nigerian military generals, lieutenant-general, major-general, up to the last rank, have been broken down, and you should see the full list.

Trending video: How 3 politicians sold PDP to APC before Wike comes in, Melaye alleges

Dino Melaye, an ex-senator in the 8th National Assembly, disclosed 3 powerful politicians who sold the PDP to President Bola Tinubu and the APC before Nyesom Wike.

WAFCON 2026: Ajibade laments Super Falcons’ disappointing outing

Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has reacted to Nigeria’s dismal outing at the ongoing 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, WAFCON. Nigeria crashed out in the quarter-finals following a 1-0 defeat to the Indomitabl…

‘You’re subsidising APC governance’ – Aisha Yesufu reacts to Wadada’s wife sharing cash

Human rights activist, Aisha Yesufu, has reacted to a viral video showing Maryam Wadada, wife of Nasarawa State All Progressives Congress, APC, governorship candidate, Senator Ahmed Wadada, sharing cash to supporters dur…

Madugu apologises after Super Falcons World Cup heartbreak

The result ended Nigeria’s hopes of reaching the 2027 World Cup and brought their historic run of qualifying for every edition of the tournament to an end The post Madugu apologises after Super Falcons World Cup heartbre…

Nigerian singer, Oyinkansola Aderibigbe, popularly known as Ayra Starr, has released her third studio album titled “Starr Girl”. The 16-track project features Nigerian Afrobeats stars, Wizkid on “Gimme Dat” and Rema on “…

2027: MacIver declares governorship ambition on PDP platform in Bayelsa

Great Joshua MacIver has formally declared his intention to contest the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, governorship ticket for the November 2027 off-cycle election in Bayelsa State. MacIver communicated his intention in …

2027: Tension in NLC as Ajaero kicks against pro-Tinubu group

A simmering crisis is brewing between the national secretariat of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and some affiliates of the organised labour union... The post 2027: Tension in NLC as Ajaero kicks against pro-Tinubu gr…

Osun Election: INEC Begins Distribution of Non-Sensitive Materials in Osogbo

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Friday commenced the distribution of non-sensitive election materials at its Osogbo Local Government office on Ilobu Road, Osogbo, ahead of the forthcoming Osun pol…

Niger: 139 arrested, 64 remanded after Suleja violent rally

The Niger State Police Command has arrested 139 suspects following a crackdown on alleged criminal activities linked to an unlawful and violent rally in Suleja, with 64 of those arrested subsequently arraigned and remand…

Disregard unverified claims on 2026 WASSCE results, WAEC urges candidates

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has urged candidates, parents and the public to disregard unverified claims questioning the The post Disregard unverified claims on 2026 WASSCE results, WAEC urges candidates …

Ogun: AFAN commends govt, security agencies over release of abducted farmer

The All Farmers Association of Nigeria, AFAN, Ogun State Chapter, has commended the state government and security agencies for the swift intervention that led to the release of their colleague, Mr Oreoluwa Osonuga. DAILY…

ICPC: Weak Systems Enabled Adeyemi’s Fake Agency

The Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Musa Aliyu, has said that weak institutional controls allowed Adeniyi Adeyemi to set up the disowned Presidential Foreign In…

Former Plateau Assembly Speaker Peter Azi dies at 57

Mr Azi was Speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly between June 2015 and July 2018. The post Former Plateau Assembly Speaker Peter Azi dies at 57 appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Fire Destroys N80m Property in Gombe, Two Flats Gutted

A fire out break on Friday razed two residential flats at Yalenguruza Quarters, opposite MacConnels Hotel in Gombe State, destroying property estimated at about N80 million. The Federal Fire Service, Gombe State Comma…

El-Rufai Held for 178 Days While Fadahunsi Walks Free – Atiku’s Aide

Paul Ibe, media aide to African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, has criticized the continued detention of former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai, contrasting it with the freedom enjo…

How foreign graduates can fast-track NYSC degree verification

Returning to Nigeria after studying abroad is an exciting milestone for many young graduates. However, the excitement often turns into frustration when it is time to register for the National Youth Service Corps. The pos…

World Cup, AFCON, Blord-VeryDarkMan feud top Nigerians’ Google searches in 2026

Google Trends data covering January to July shows Nigerians searched heavily for football, global conflicts, celebrity controversies, deaths and viral internet moments. The post World Cup, AFCON, Blord-VeryDarkMan feud t…

Gusau’s resignation calls thicken after Super Falcons’ World Cup miss

For a country that has traditionally expected its two senior national teams to be present at the biggest football tournaments, the double failure has become a major talking point. The post Gusau’s resignation calls thick…

Police arrest five suspects over alleged fake herbal medicine production in Kano

The Zone One Police Headquarters, Kano, has arrested five suspects over alleged impersonation and the production, sale and distribution... The post Police arrest five suspects over alleged fake herbal medicine production…

The presidential candidate of the Allied People’s Movement and Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, on Thursday announced former Director-General of the Department of State Services, Lawal Daura, as his running mate for …

Rotary Club of Ibadan Bodija Estate installs Anya Chukwu as 12th president

The Rotary Club of Ibadan Bodija Estate has installed Rotarian Anya Chukwu as its 12th President for the 2026/2027 Rotary year... The post Rotary Club of Ibadan Bodija Estate installs Anya Chukwu as 12th president appear…

Osun Election: APM, PDP Candidates Step Down for Adeleke

Two candidates in the Osun State governorship election have stepped down and declared support for incumbent Governor Ademola Adeleke.Adebayo Adewale of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) announced his withdrawal at a pres…

Ibadan: Wife bags one-year jail term for forging marriage certificate

A Mapo Grade ‘A’ Customary Court in Ibadan on Friday sentenced one Bolanle Adeyemo, 50, to one year in the correctional centre for The post Ibadan: Wife bags one-year jail term for forging marriage certificate appeared …

The Nigeria Police Force on Thursday said as many as 30 Commissioners of Police would be on duty during the Osun State governorship election, which holds across the state on Saturday. This was disclosed by the Force Publ…

26 Katsina LGAs under bandits attack in 2023 – Deputy Governor

Deputy Governor Faruk Jobe urges stakeholders to use “propaganda” in the fight against banditry, arguing that the capacity of armed groups is sometimes overstated. The post 26 Katsina LGAs under bandits attack in 2023 – …

Grammy-winning music superstar Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, will headline the opening night of Detty December Fest 2026, the organisers have announced. According to Livespot360, Wizkid will take the stage …

Osun Should be Better, There’s Enough Money From FG – Akpabio

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has said Osun State ought to be in a far better condition given the level of federal allocations it receives. Speaking in Osogbo ahead of Saturday’s governorship election, Akpabio urg…

ANALYSIS: Osun’s 1.9 million voters and the LGAs that may decide the election

A governorship candidate must obtain the highest number of votes and at least one-quarter of the votes cast in at least two-thirds of the 30 LGAs to emerge the winner. The post ANALYSIS: Osun’s 1.9 million voters and the…

Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman has officially been assigned the iconic No. 11 shirt at Atlético Madrid ahead of the 2026/27 LaLiga season. According to a reports, the Nigerian international made the squad number swi…

The Osun State Government has approached the High Court of Osun State seeking an order compelling security agencies to investigate Senator Francis Adenigba Fadahunsi over alleged threats against members and supporters of…