December 28, 2023
Nigeria: Court Extends Interim Order Against INEC, PDP Over 26 Defected Rivers Lawmakers
The legal fireworks continued in court despite a peace deal brokered by President Tinubu in the Rivers political crisis. Read more »
Nigeria: Hilda Baci, Ilebaye, Very Dark Man, Other Breakout Celebrities of 2023
2023 witnessed a rise of several talents who grew from relative obscurity to stardom. Read more »
Nigeria: 2024 Budget - Justice Ministry Significantly Slashes Amount to Prosecute Boko Haram Suspects
The allocation for the prosecution of Boko Haram suspects received N500 million in each of the 2022 and 2023 appropriations of the immediate-past administration of President… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Firm Plans First-Ever Gas Supply Deal to South Africa
"We'd probably very early in the year close out another segment of the market, an off-take for South Africa," David Ige, the CEO of the Lagos-based energy firm, said. Read more »
Nigeria: Saint Obi, Murphy Afolabi, Fadeyi Oloro, 21 Other Celebrities Who Died in 2023
Here, PREMIUM TIMES recalls some celebrities who sadly passed on in 2023. Read more »
Nigeria: Plateau Attack - Why There's Growing Insecurity in Nigeria - Ohanaeze
Some gunmen attacked 15 communities in Bokkos and Barkin-Ladi Local Government Areas of Plateau State on Christmas Eve, killing over 100 people and destroying about 221 houses. Read more »
Nigeria: Union Bank Controversy - CBN Investigator Rejects Request of Titan Trust Bank Investors
Tunde Lemo and the two major investors in Titan Trust Bank and Union Bank had requested to delay their appearance before the Special Investigator. Read more »
Nigeria: Outrage as Tinubu's 2024 Budget Slashes Women's Funding by 82%
According to the group, the allocation in the 2024 proposed budget for WEE is the lowest since 2019. Read more »
Nigeria: Israel Pushing Palestine Towards Economic Disaster - Embassy
Israel said in November that it would withhold funds bound for Hamas-ruled Gaza, even though the Palestinian authorities cover public sector expenses. Read more »
Nigeria: Late Akeredolu Was a Defender of Worthy Cause - Alake
Mr Akeredolu, 67, passed away at a German hospital on Wednesday after battling prostate cancer and leukaemia. Read more »
Nigeria: Plateau Killings - Govt Orders Humanitarian Relief to Affected Communities
"President Tinubu has directed the security agencies to ensure that the perpetrators of these heinous killings are fished out and brought to justice." Read more »
Nigeria: Governor Bago Dismisses Report On Ban of Alcohol in Niger
The governor said the public should disregard the report emanating from social media and blogs. Read more »
Nigeria: Family Speaks On Governor Akeredolu's Death
The family described the late Akeredolu as "courageous and compassionate father and grandfather". Read more »
Nigeria: Madueke Sinks Palace As Chelsea Extend Unbeaten Run Against Eagles
The 2-1 win meant Chelsea extended their unbeaten streak to 13 games over Crystal Palace despite recording their 59th conceded goal n 2023; the most by the club since participating… Read more »
Nigeria: Militants Intensify Attacks After Military Operations in North-West Nigeria
Residents say terrorists launch "merciless" attacks after every military operation. Read more »
Nigeria: Three Akeredolu's Aides Resign As Aiyedatiwa Takes Over As Ondo Governor
Mr Aiyedatiwa had been the acting governor since 13 December but was sworn in as governor on Wednesday following the death of Mr Akeredolu. Read more »
December 27, 2023
Nigeria: Akeredolu Left Indelible Footprints - NBA
Akeredolu's departure, the NBA said, "is our collective loss". Read more »
Nigeria: 'Understanding Girlfriend', 'Bala Blue', 'Idan', Other Viral Slang of 2023
In this article, PREMIUM TIMES highlights the viral Nigerian catchphrases of the year. Read more »
Nigeria: 2024 Budget - Running Costs of Finance, Budget, Trade Ministries to Surge By N2 Trillion
The Federal Ministry of Finance alone will spend expend N8.5 trillion on overheads, 15.8 per cent more than the N7.34 trillion budgeted for it a year ago Read more »
Nigeria: Ondo State Formally Announces Akeredolu's Death, Informs Tinubu
Ms Ademola-Olateju added that the family and the state government would release further details regarding the funeral arrangements. Read more »
Nigeria: Ex-Nigerian Ambassador Sues Former Foreign Minister for Libel in U.S. Court
In court filings seen by PREMIUM TIMES, the plaintiff accused the former foreign minister of using Sahara Reporters, a New York-based online newspaper, to defame her. Read more »
Nigeria: How Governor Rotimi Akeredolu Died - Ondo Govt
The Ondo government says it has written to President Bola Tinubu to inform him of Mr Akeredolu's transition. Read more »
Nigeria: Akeredolu Was a Man of Courage, Action, Ideas - President Tinubu
The President said Mr Akeredolu's death is a blow to the governing APC and the progressive family as they are diminished by it. Read more »
Nigeria: British American Tobacco to Pay $110 Million Over Infringement - FCCPC
Substantial evidence, including forensic analysis and testimonies, revealed several violations, the FCCPC said. Read more »
Nigeria: Akeredolu - Exit of a Man Who Came, Fought and Conquered
Aketi was a dogged fighter and would not be intimidated by any political figure if his convictions were challenged. Read more »