Nigeria: Wike Launches Health Insurance Scheme for FCT Inmates, 1,500 to Benefit

The FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, approved the insurance scheme, saying that incarceration should not prevent citizens from accessing quality healthcare and other basic rights. Read more »

Nigeria: Why My Marriage to Anita Joseph Crashed - MC Fish

In December 2025, PREMIUM TIMES reported that Anita confirmed the end of her marriage to MC Fish. Read more »

Nigeria: Otti Launches Techrise Cohort 3 to Equip 850 Abia Youths With Digital Skills

The governor, represented by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Uzor Nwachukwu, urged the participants to maximise the opportunity to become… Read more »

Nigeria: Otedola to Invest $100 Million in Dangote Petroleum Refinery Through Private Placement

Mr Otedola noted that he is hoping to invest part of the proceeds of the divestment of his shareholding in Geregu Power, an electricity generation company he took public in October… Read more »

Nigeria: NLC Demands Urgent Action Over Oyo School Abductions

NLC warned that persistent insecurity could push desperate citizens toward relying on criminal groups for protection, describing such a possibility as dangerous for national unity… Read more »

Nigeria: The Missing Numbers in Education Metrics

Data details can expose a bigger problem. We have built an admissions system that is great at counting applicants but terrible at measuring readiness. Read more »

Nigeria: Kaduna Approves N1bn for Judiciary Workers' Entitlements, Seeks Stronger Ties With Jusun

The governor disclosed this on Tuesday while receiving the leadership of the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN), Kaduna State chapter, led by its chairman, Auwalu Sarki,… Read more »

Nigeria: Zamfara Govt Gives Free Medical Treatment to 6,842 Persons

The free medical treatment programme began in August 2023 and was provided at Yariman Bakura Special Hospital, General Hospital Gusau, Eye Centre Gusau, and Farida Hospital Read more »

Nigeria: UBA's Alawuba, Niger Gov, AGF, Others Honoured At Ican 2026 Awards Night

The prestigious event, held over the weekend in Lagos, brought together top leaders from the public and private sectors to celebrate individuals and organisations whose… Read more »

Nigeria: Army Gives Update On Nigeria-U.S. Operations Against Islamic State, Says 175 Terrorists Killed

The DHQ said the operations destroyed several Islamic State checkpoints, weapons storage facilities, logistics hubs, military equipment and financial structures used to sustain… Read more »

Nigeria: How Some People Claimed I Planned to Kill Tinubu to Take Over Power - VP Shettima

"Three months into our swearing in, some people told Tinubu I was planning to kill him to take over power. The president had called me and said, 'Sit down! Your people came to me… Read more »

Africa: Togo Removes Visa Requirement for African Nationals

Mr Batossie linked the new directive, which took effect on Sunday, to Togo's commitment to regional integration and Pan-African cooperation. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Athlete Shot Dead Days Before MBA Graduation in United States

The Nigerian sporting community has been thrown into mourning following the tragic death of Oluwabukola Pereira, a 30-year-old athlete and graduate student who was shot dead in the… Read more »

Nigeria: Aspirants Reject Result of APC Primary in Ekiti, Demand Cancellation

The aspirants alleged that the result of the Ekiti North senatorial primary election was manipulated and falsified. Read more »

Nigeria: Lawyers Critical to Ending Corruption in Nigeria - NBA Committee

The NBA anti-corruption committee called on members of the legal profession to reject corruption and must stand for integrity for Nigeria to be rid of corruption. Read more »

Uganda: DRC-Uganda Ebola Emergency Followed IHR Procedures - WHO

He added that the committee would meet on Tuesday to consider temporary recommendations regarding the rapidly expanding Ebola outbreak. Read more »

Nigeria: Gowon Memoir - Jonathan, Sultan, Rally Nigerians to Preserve History

The dignitaries highlighted the importance of leaders documenting their experiences to prevent historical distortion and inspire future generations. Read more »

Nigeria: Fresh Controversy Trails APC Bomadi/Patani Reps Primary Outcome

The allegations have now sparked renewed calls from party stakeholders and supporters for an independent review of the primary process, with demands that the APC leadership… Read more »

Nigeria: 11 Years Ago, Desmond Elliot Swapped Costumes for Gavel, Now He Faces Tough Survival Battle

Lagos State House of Assembly member Desmond Elliot faces on Wednesday the toughest primary election he has faced since dumping acting for politics in 2015. The primary election… Read more »

Nigeria: Judge Waves Aside SSS Lawyer's Complaint of El-Rufai Family's Alleged Inciteful Conduct

SSS' lawyer told the judge overseeing Mr El-Rufai's phone tapping trial that members of the former governor's family were inciting the public against the judiciary. Read more »

Nigeria: Dangote Refinery Cuts Aviation Fuel Price to N1,650

The latest reduction in Jet A1 price comes amid sustained pressure on Nigerian airlines grappling with high operating costs, flight disruptions and passenger complaints linked to… Read more »

Nigeria: 2027 - 'I'm 63, You Can't Call Me Boy, Be Careful!' Kano Governor Warns Kwankwaso

Governor Yusuf stated that his silence should not be misinterpreted as a sign of fear or weakness, but rather as a deliberate choice guided by morality and decorum. Read more »

Nigeria: Alleged Whatsapp Group Call - Pman Suspend Treasurer, Others, Appoint Uche James

They were suspended for 12 months, subject to the provisions of the association's constitution. Read more »

Nigeria: APC Primaries - Abiru Secures Lagos East Ticket Unopposed for Third Term

Mr Abiru, a banker and former Lagos State commissioner for finance, secured affirmation votes across all wards in Ikorodu, Somolu, Kosofe, Ibeju-Lekki and Epe local government… Read more »

Nigeria: Facing EFCC Trial, Ex-Gov Yahaya Bello Wins APC Senatorial Primary

Former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello has emerged as the APC candidate for Kogi Central Senatorial District despite ongoing trials for alleged fraud and money laundering. Read more »