Nigeria: How Imo Became Nigeria's Most Dangerous State for Journalists

Journalists in Imo State have been battling increased harassment, arrests, assaults and lawsuits from state actors. Read more »

Nigeria: The Serial Certificate Forger in President Tinubu's Cabinet

The University's disclosure confirms Premium Times' finding, revealing that Uche Nnaji, a member of President Tinubu's cabinet, is a certificate forger. Read more »

Nigeria: Dangote Offered to Pay Sacked Workers Five Years Salaries Without Work - Sources

The offer, made during the negotiation, "would have allowed the workers to stay home or pursue other opportunities while receiving their monthly salaries for five years," the… Read more »

Nigeria: Zenith Bank Appoints Abdulazeez Kanya As Independent Director

Mr Kanya's appointment took effect on 24 September, following confirmation by the CBN. Read more »

Nigeria: Stanbic Ibtc Appoints Group Chief Executive

Mr Nwokocha, a chartered accountant, brings more than three decades of leadership experience across Africa. Read more »

Nigeria: Borno Model's Valuable Lessons On Handling Boko Haram Deserters

The approach of Nigeria's Borno State shows how to manage more humane, locally grounded reintegration efforts that work. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria, Other West African Countries Must Lead the Fight Against Piracy

With their strong track record of naval engagement, Gulf of Guinea states can achieve greater self-reliance on maritime security. Read more »

Nigeria: Olubadan Ladoja - Politics and the Subtext of Taye Currency's Psychi-Art-Ric Performance

"... Taye Currency doesn't have the range and artistic depth to entertain the different categories of audiences at that ceremony ALL ALONE ..." Read more »

Africa: The Global Threat of Russia's Alabuga Recruitment in Africa

Instead of young Africans trading their dreams for a place in someone else's war, the international community should embrace them. Read more »

Nigeria: Road to Alabuga - Shady Recruitment of Young Nigerian Women to Russia

Nigeria's education ministry tells PREMIUM TIMES its website was hacked to place the Alabuga advert on it. Read more »

Nigeria: BBNaija - Evicted Housemates Tracy, Denari Predict Season 10 Winners

The duo shared their regrets, lessons and ambitious plans for the future in an interview with PREMIUM TIMES. Read more »

Nigeria: Davido Set to Make Historic Coachella Debut

He will be the only Nigerian artiste on stage during the 2026 edition. Read more »

Nigeria: Benue Government Recruits Teachers to Non-Existent Schools

In Benue State, the promise of improved education has not translated into reality for thousands of children in rural communities. Read more »

Nigeria: Lagos Suspends All Reclamation Projects Over Flood, Safety Risks

"With the low-lying topography of Lagos and its fragile ecosystem, the state government cannot allow indiscriminate reclamation of lagoons, wetlands, and floodplains to continue,"… Read more »

Nigeria: Dangote Refinery - Court Restrains NUPENG From Embarking On Strike

Last Thursday NUPENG said it has placed its members on red alert for the resumption of the suspended nationwide industrial action. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Journalist Alleges Illegal Arrest, Harrassment, Human Rights Breach By Police, Property Mogul

"They targeted my phone, pounced on me, and manhandled me. If you saw the way I was being followed around the office with a gun, you would think I was a terrorist." Read more »

Nigeria: Dangote Refinery Speaks On Dispute With Dappman Over Alleged N1.5 Trillion Subsidy Demand

The company alleged the association is demanding a subsidy to cover additional logistics costs tied to transporting products from the refinery to their depots via coastal… Read more »

Nigeria: Why Nigerian Govt Reintroduced History in Schools - Minister

Mr Alausa expressed profound gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for championing the landmark reform under the Renewed Hope Agenda. Read more »

Africa: FIFA Rankings - Super Eagles Slip to Sixth in Africa

The three-time African champions, who were ranked 43rd in April and 44th in July, slipped one more place in September's release Read more »

Nigeria: Experts Warn of Rising Hypertension Crisis in Nigeria

According to studies, between 30 and 40 per cent of Nigerian adults live with the condition, often without knowing it. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria Unveils $3.1 Billion Agricultural Investment Portfolio to Boost Food Security

The government said the initiative will directly benefit 45,000 farmers, set up 375 processing units, and reduce the nation's import dependence on starch and high-quality flour. Read more »

Nigeria: Plateau - 11,749 People Killed, 420 Communities Attacked in 24 Years - Committee

The fact-finding committee said the attacks were recorded across 13 Local Government Areas (LGAs). Read more »

Nigeria: Tinubu's Tax Reforms Are Mark of Progress, but Not the Best - Sdp Chief

The former SDP presidential candidate said the prospects of Mr Tinubu's tax reforms are being overstated. Read more »

Nigeria: Nass Committee On N-Cares Visits Gov Radda, Praises Katsina's Social Protection Programme

The visit followed the successful conclusion of the two-day NG-CARES National Retreat held in Katsina. Read more »

Nigeria: Jigawa Gov Salutes Gumel On Appointment As Chairperson of Botswana Sovereign Wealth Fund

Mr Namadi stated that Mr Farouk Gumel's rise to this historic position further reflects the strong values of integrity, excellence, and dedication to work for which Jigawa State is… Read more »