Nigeria: Nigerian Govt, South Korea Reopen Talks On Solid Minerals Agreement

The development comes on the heels of President Tinubu's speech at the ongoing 78th United Nations General Assembly in New York accusing foreign entities of stealing Nigeria's… Read more »

Nigeria: Tinubu Seeks UN Reforms, Says World Will Ignore Nigeria At Own Peril

"The poverty ravaging our continent and the question of security and counter-terrorism requires us to work in close and effective synergy. The world will ignore Nigeria at its own… Read more »

Nigeria: UNGA 78 - NNPCL Signs Up to United Nations Global Compact

The NNPCL says the signing places it as the first state-owned oil company to join the global initiative. Read more »

Nigeria: Seven Years After Illegal Dismissal, Nigerian Army Officer Writes Tinubu

Mr Mohamed and 37 other senior officers were illegally forced to retire by the army in June 2016. Read more »

Nigeria: Ex-Govt Official in Ebonyi to Face Prosecution for Alleged Corruption - Official

The decision was taken at the State Executive Council meeting in Abakaliki. Read more »

Africa: Tinubu Urges UN to Back Africa Against Smugglers Stealing Continent's Mineral Resources

The UN Secretary-General assured President Tinubu of the fullest support of the UN system for ECOWAS in light of the series of military coups which have occurred in the West… Read more »

Nigeria: Central Bank Postpones Interest Rate Decision

"A new date will be communicated in new course," the apex bank disclosed in the document seen by PREMIUM TIMES, with an apology for any inconvenience the change might cause. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Lecturers Demand Payment of Withheld Salaries

The statement by the ministry, however, noted that all academic activities were grounded during the period of the prolonged strike. Read more »

Nigeria: Begging for a Seat At the Table

Following the G-20 summit held in India, I have been amused by the debate about whether or not Nigeria should be more than a guest again at the next G-20 meeting in Rio, Brazil. If… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Journalist Found Dead Three Days After Declared Missing

The reporter was found dead in a soakaway pit in his house. Read more »

Nigeria: Can Laments Incessant Kidnapping in Taraba

There has been an increase in reported cases of abductions in the state in recent weeks. Read more »

Nigeria: Tinubu Celebrates First Lady At 63

"Today is not only a day to mark another year of your purposeful life but a beautiful reminder of the journey we have embarked upon together." Read more »

Nigeria: Tinubu Asks Nigerians in U.S. to Change Mindset to Succeed

"I want to give you a measure that will resonate with you. I was once a diaspora. What you have been through, I have been through it. Change of mindset is necessary." Read more »

Nigeria: Why Ex-Governor Shema Worked Against Atiku, PDP in 2023 - Aide

Mr Shema's decision to work against his party in his state was premised on honour, integrity, and public interest, Mr Oluwabusola said. Read more »

Nigeria: Reps Quiz NPA Over Sale of Vessels, Other Items

The committee also asked NPA to bring the list of properties slated for auctioning and evaluation reports. Read more »

Nigeria: Curfew In Kano State After Tribunal Sacks Governor Abba Yusuf

The commissioner warned that violators will be arrested and made to face the wrath of the law. Read more »

Nigeria: Kano Governor Rejects Tribunal Judgment, Heads to Appeal Court

The Kano governor said the judgment was marred by human imperfections and misapplications. Read more »

Nigeria: Abuja Light Rail Will Be Completed in Eight Months, Chinese Firms Tells Shettima

The $823 million Abuja railway was was due to be completed by 2015. Read more »

Nigeria: Tinubu's UN General Assembly Speech Needs Action Back Home

Mr Ogu said the president made the announcement of the subsidy removal without putting an alternative plan in place to allow for a smooth transition for Nigerians. Read more »

Nigeria: Lagos Agency Set to Honour 24 Schools, Premium Times' Journalist for Promoting School Safety

Mrs Esuruoso said the selection criteria were strictly based on compliance with safety practices and the promotion of school safety initiatives. Read more »

Nigeria: CJN Decries Burden of Political Cases, Swears in New Appeal Court Judges

The CJN, while inaugurating nine new Justices of the Court of Appeal, said political cases "are taking a monumental toll on our dockets". Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria Will Be Big Player in Global Supply of Critical Minerals - Dele Alake

Mr Alake said despite being behind other African countries in mining, Nigeria's mineral deposit is valued at over $700bn with very huge potential to increase. Read more »

Nigeria: Decade of Neglect - Abandoned Armed Forces School, Games Village Esa-Oke

The Armed Forces Physical Health School and Games Village project in Esa-Oke, Osun State has become an abandoned project, with the area covered in thick bushes. Read more »

Nigeria: US Court Orders Chicago State University to Release Tinubu's Academic Records

A United States court in Eastern Illinois has ordered the Chicago State University to release the academic records of President Bola Tinubu to his rival presidential candidate in… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerians Abroad Remitted $20.1bn in 2022 - Report

At the current official market rate of N767 per US dollars, the amount is equivalent to N15.3 trillion. Read more »