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 »

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 »

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: Research Institute Advocates Integration of Cancer Into Primary Health Care

Integrating cancer into Primary Health Care services would represent a significant advancement for the nation, particularly considering the high burden of cancer it bears. Read more »

Nigeria: Plateau Killings - Shettima Visits Communities, Assures of Justice for Victims

"Now Please accept our heartfelt condolences. Please accept our deepest apologies. Because we won't rest until you access justice and until you are safe." Read more »

Nigeria: Lucky Aiyedatiwa Sworn in As Ondo Governor

Mr Aiyedatiwa was sworn in on Wednesday by the Ondo State Chief Judge, Olusegun Odunsola. Read more »

Nigeria: Ondo Counts Cost As Intra-Govt War Climaxes At Dawn of Akeredolu's Demise

With Governor Akeredolu returning to medical leave and his deputy back as interim governor, politics in Ondo was in a state of flux. Read more »

Nigeria: By-Elections - PDP to Hold Primaries, Fixes Charges for Nomination, Interest Forms

PDP says its screening of aspirants would also hold on 4 January 2024, while appeal for party primaries would hold on 9 January 2024. Read more »

Nigeria: Abductors of Retired Pastor Demand N1 Million Ransom

The cleric, who retired from service on 17 December after clocking 65 years of retirement age, was kidnapped on Sunday at 12:50 a.m. in his house. Read more »

Nigeria: Police Confirm Arrest of Kidnap Suspects in Cross River

The kidnap gang released their victims after taking ransom, according to the police. Read more »

Nigeria: Your Money Is Safe in Banks, CBN Assures Depositors

The CBN advised bank customers to proceed with their banking transactions as usual, as there was no cause for concern. Read more »