December 28, 2023
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: Niger Governor Denies Authorising Ban On Alcohol
The controversy began on Wednesday when an official announced the implementation of the state's liquor law which he said prohibited the sale of the product in certain parts of the… Read more »
Nigeria: Group Kicks Against Marriage of Four-Year-Old Girl to 54-Year-Old Man in Bayelsa
Nigeria's Child Rights Act, which Bayelsa State has domesticated, criminalises child marriage. Read more »
Nigeria: PDP Insists On Declaring 26 Defected Rivers Lawmakers' Seats Vacant
The PDP and the 26 lawmakers are in the court over the issue. Read more »
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: 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: 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: 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 »
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 »
December 27, 2023
Nigeria: Carnival - Visitors Finding It Difficult Getting Hotel Accommodation in Calabar
The Cross River State Government declared 14 days of public holiday to enable its civil servants to take part in the carnival. 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 »
Nigeria: 2023 Recap - HPV Vaccine Integration, Diphtheria Battle, Other Major Health Sector Events
In this report, PREMIUM TIMES analyses a year in healthcare - acknowledging the difficulties faced, highlighting successes achieved, and pointing out the path ahead for a healthier… Read more »
Nigeria: Ex-Speaker, Ghali Na'Abba, Dies At 65
" We are currently making arrangements to transport the corpse to Kano for burial today." 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 »