December 28, 2022
Nigeria: Nigerian Priest Who Resigned to Support Polygamy Makes U-Turn, Apologises for 'Mistake'
The cleric had argued that God desired men to marry more than one wife, instead of having sexual affairs with another man's wife or a woman they were not married to. Read more »
Nigeria: Salary Increase - We'll Make Pronouncements in New Year - Ngige
The rising price of consumer goods and a record high inflation prompted Nigerian workers to demand better pay. Read more »
Nigeria: 2022 Review - Amusan Shines Brightest and 10 Shining Moments in Nigerian Sports
In athletics, para-sports, and even football, there were a couple of landmark achievements worth celebrating. Read more »
December 27, 2022
Nigeria: Afreximbank Gets Internal Approval to Acquire Stake in Geregu Power
Geregu Power, controlled by the business tycoon Femi Otedola, is a 435 megawatt thermal power plant located in Ajaokuta, Kogi State. Read more »
Nigeria: The Letterman - From Presidents to Soldiers to Nations
We can agree that President General Chief Olusegun Obasanjo has a place in Nigerian history, and his series of letters help the readers to see him from newer perspectives. Read more »
Nigeria: Police Officer, Two Others Killed As APC Supporters Clash in Ebonyi
Governor Umahi has ordered the arrest of the two APC stalwarts at the centre of the clash. Read more »
Nigeria: Gunmen Invade Anambra Communities, Kill One, Abduct Another
The killing may be cult-related, according to the police. Read more »
Nigeria: Bolanle Raheem - Police Name Officer Who Shot Lagos Lawyer
The suspect, who has now been detained, is an assistant superintendent of police. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Music Industry Not Fair to Up-and-Coming Musicians - Singer, Priesst
Priesst, best known for his second official single titled 'Puff-Puff Pass' featuring Falz, shares what it takes to break into the Nigerian music industry. Read more »
Nigeria: Buhari Felicitates Bagudu At 61, Salutes Makinde At 55
According to President Buhari, Mr Bagudu always carries out his duties with incomparable hard work, dedication and creativity. Read more »
Nigeria: Remain Apolitical, Nigeria's Army Chief Tells Soldiers
He directed the troops to show professionalism at all times and strictly abide by the Code of Conduct and Rules of Engagement throughout the electioneering period. Read more »
Nigeria: NNPP Senatorial Candidate, Others Defect to APC
The defectors were received by the former state governor and Chairman of the APC governorship campaign council in the state, Abdulaziz Yari. Read more »
Nigeria: EPL Round-Up - Aribo Slips to Bottom Spot With Southampton
The defeat suffered on Boxing Day is the fourth consecutive loss for Southampton in the league Read more »
December 26, 2022
Nigeria: Why Emefiele Must Go - Now!
Mr Emefiele is clearly past his "best before date" as governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria. Read more »
Nigeria: Militants Kill 32 People, Release 200 Others Kidnapped From Zamfara Community - Traditional Ruler
PREMIUM TIMES reported how terrorists loyal to notorious terror kingpin, Lawalli Damina, kidnapped the entire male residents of the Randa community over missing rifles. Read more »
Nigeria: Among Underserved Nigerians, Awareness of Health Insurance Remains Poor but Insurtech Offers Hope
Signing up to a microinsurance plan could save many vulnerable and low-income earners, but they are mostly unaware of the programmes. Read more »
Nigeria: Aiteo Loses Again to Shell in London Court
The long-running case concerns a debt allegedly owed by Aiteo to Shell and several other claimants. Read more »
Nigeria: 2022 - Seven Disappointing Moments in Nigerian Sports
Though there were some gains and moments that gladdened the hearts of sports enthusiasts, 2022 served a fair deal of disappointments and heartbreaks for all. Read more »
December 25, 2022
Nigeria: Nigerian Military Kills Over 100 Terrorists in One Day - Official
The director said that among those neutralised were terrorist kingpins Khalid Tukur, Maimusari, and Bakura Jega. Read more »
December 23, 2022
Nigeria: Shell to Pay U.S.$16 Million to Nigerian Farmers Over Oil Damage
A Dutch Court in 2021 ordered the international company to pay the claimants compensation over the oil spills that took place in the villages between 2004 and 2007. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Govt to Sell Five Electricity Companies to Fund 2023 Budget
The government said the sale will take place in the first quarter of 2023 and the proceeds will be used to fund the 2023 budget. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Tems Shortlisted for 95th Oscars
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) unveiled its shortlists for the 2023 Oscars in 10 categories. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Begins Data Collection for Victims of Terrorism in Katsina
"It is a fact that insecurity in Nigeria has continued to restrict access to basic services," an official says in Katsina. Read more »
Nigeria: We're Leaving Behind Better Police Force - Minister
"From what I have personally seen, when I compared it to what I used to see years ago I will say that I am satisfied now," he said. Read more »
Nigeria: Osun Governorship - Forensic Expert Testifies for Adeleke
The forensic report was also admitted as exhibit by the tribunal after Mr Oduntan was crossed-examined by the petitioners' counsel. Read more »