May 25, 2023
Nigeria: How National Assembly Made Buhari Reluctant Hero of Electoral Reform, Devolution of Powers
Despite his unwillingness to allow radical restructuring, the National Assembly presented President Buhari with a legacy of devolution of powers Read more »
May 24, 2023
Nigeria: Anti-Graft Agency Launches Mass Probes of Governors, Deputies
PREMIUM TIMES obtained an EFCC memo that signals a broad range of investigations of most of Nigeria's serving governors and their deputies Read more »
Nigeria: First Lady - Aisha Buhari 'Hands Over' to Remi Tinubu
"As you are all aware, the role of the First Lady is unconstitutional, but we enjoy the goodwill of the citizens..." Read more »
Nigeria: I'm Happily Going Back to Daura to Take Care of My Cattle - Outgoing Buhari
Buhari says since he became president, he has not had much time to take care of his cattle and concentrate on his business. Read more »
Nigeria: Zamfara Recruited 1,793 Health Workers in One Year - Commissioner
Zamfara emerged as the best-performing state in the North-West zone at the Nigerian Governors' Primary HealthCare Leadership Challenge.. Read more »
Nigeria: How Will Merger of Atiku, Peter Obi, APM Petitions Play Out in Court?
The presidential election court cited time constraints as the grounds for ordering the merger of the petitions filed by Atiku, Peter Obi and APM on Tuesday. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Institute Opens Centre for Security Analysis, Democracy Radio
Mr Sulaiman said the medium would not only transmit legislative businesses but also serve as the voice of the Nigerian people. Read more »
Nigeria: Why Coup Is Near Impossible in Today's Nigeria - Geoffrey Onyeama
"... it would not be that easy to have a coup in today's Nigeria," he told PREMIUM TIMES in an exclusive interview. Read more »
Nigeria: Buhari Seeks Senate Approval to Pay $556m, £98m, N226bn for Judgement Debts
"The judgement debts have been settled through the issuance of promissory notes which will then be reviewed over time for convinience for the federal government or of Nigeria,"… Read more »
May 23, 2023
Nigeria: Buhari Approves Reorganisation of Agencies in Aviation Ministry (Full List)
"This is to address the requirements of the Acts for appropriate placements, Federal character requirements etc.," a statement said. Read more »
Nigeria: Race for Senate Presidency - SWOT Analysis of Contenders By Dr Tom Ohikere
For now, everything hangs in the balance as the behind-the-scene political scheming and intriguing horse trading continue Read more »
Nigeria: Ex-UK Prime Minister Blair Visits Tinubu, Pledges Support for Incoming Administration
Mr Blair commended Mr Tinubu's campaign focus on key areas of security, economy, agriculture and power, describing the intertwined nature of the areas as critical to the… Read more »
Nigeria: Presidential Court Sets Timeframe for Atiku to Present 100 Witnesses Against Tinubu's Victory
The court shortened the request by Atiku's lawyer for the statutory seven weeks to present his 100 witnesses. Read more »
Nigeria: Why Distilling Buhari's Legacy May Not Be That Straight Forward
Leadership, especially in a fractious country like ours, is not easy. Jeff Boss, an executive coach and author of the book, 'Navigating Chaos: How to Find Certainty in Uncertain… Read more »
Nigeria: Second Niger Bridge Named After Buhari
The president participated virtually in the commissioning of the bridge. Read more »
Nigeria: Why Govt Can Do Nothing About IELTs - Outgoing Foreign Affairs Minister, Geoffrey Onyeama
Geoffrey Onyeama says Nigerians should be looking at themselves and their educational system and how to improve it so that Nigerian students are worth the certificates that they… Read more »
Nigeria: Buhari Seeks Senate Approval for N22 Billion Reimbursement of Two States
President Buhari wants the Senate to approve payment of refunds to Borno and Plateau states Read more »
Nigeria: Aspirant Denies Forming Alliance to Return Lawan As Senate President
Senator Sani Musa says he is committed to the resolution of North-central APC leaders endorsing him for deputy Senate President. Read more »
Nigeria: Buhari to Flag Off Oil Drilling Campaign in Borno
Governor of Borno State, Babagana Zulum, will perform the physical spud-in Read more »
Nigeria: Court Orders Merger of Atiku, Obi, APM's Petitions Challenging Tinubu's Victory
The presidential election court has 180 days from mid-March when Atiku, Peter Obi, and the APM filed their petitions against Tinubu's victory to conclude the hearing and deliver… Read more »
Nigeria: Drama As Former Deputy Speaker Blocks Ogun Assembly Gate
Mr Kadiri was impeached and suspended by the assembly but was reinstated by a court. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Governor Makes Fresh Appointments Seven Days to Tenure Expiration
Mr Tambuwal appointed 20 Principal Officers and an Executive Secretary for the state primary healthcare agency. Read more »
Nigeria: Buhari to Commission Seven Projects Tuesday - Official
Comprising three major bridges, three federal secretariats and a road, the historic event will be headlined by the Second Niger Bridge. Read more »
Nigeria: The Men, Women Who'll Represent U.S. Leader Biden At President-Elect Tinubu's Inauguration
US President Biden's 9-person Pick for Presidential Delegation will attend the inauguration, in Abuja, Nigeria, on 29 May. Read more »
May 22, 2023
Nigeria: 17 CSOs Launch Book On Political Accountability, Elections in Nigeria
The report is based on a study of political accountability and the 2023 General elections in Nigeria Read more »