NSCIA alleges bias in El-Rufai's prosecution, demands fair trial
Premium Timesby Abubakar Ahmadu Maishanu·10 Sept 2026
The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has broken its silence on the legal battles of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, alleging that extraneous religious interests...
The "Daily Times" we wish for, but can’t have, By Azu Ishiekwene
Premium Timesby Azu Ishiekwene·10 Sept 2026
Repossession is never as easy as it seems. Once a privatised enterprise has passed through mortgages, receivership, asset sales and successive owners, “taking it back” is no longer a simple...
Trump offers to pay each American $5,000 if Republicans win midterm elections
Premium Timesby Beloved John·10 Sept 2026
US President Donald Trump has promised to pay every adult citizen in the US $5,000 if Republicans retain the House and Senate in the midterm elections.
UK increases Ebola response funding to £78.7m
Premium Timesby Mariam Ileyemi·10 Sept 2026
The United Kingdom has increased its support for the Ebola response in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), bringing its total commitment to £78.7 million, according to the Africa Centres...
One dead, two rescued as Lagos building collapses during demolition
Premium Timesby Emmanuel Agbo·10 Sept 2026
One person was killed and two others rescued after a two-storey building being manually demolished collapsed in Aboru, Lagos, the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) said on Thursday.
INEC says over 95,000 PVCs uncollected in Plateau, plans IDP voting
Premium Timesby adajiesther·10 Sept 2026
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says over 95,000 Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) remain uncollected in Plateau State, ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Court orders INEC to approve, upload NDC’s modified logo
Premium Timesby Ndidiamaka Ede·10 Sept 2026
The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to approve and immediately upload the modified logo of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) for use...
Catholic Church Bombing: Appeal court grants Kabiru Sokoto more time to challenge 2013 conviction
Premium Timesby Yakubu Mohammed·10 Sept 2026
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has granted Kabiru Umar, also known as Kabiru Sokoto, an extension of time to appeal against his 2013 conviction and sentence to life imprisonment by the Federal High...
NPF marks UN International Day of police, highlights achievements
Premium Timesby Yakubu Mohammed·10 Sept 2026
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) on Monday marked the United Nations International Day of Police Cooperation, highlighting key operational achievements recorded through international law enforcement...
Ex-Gov Ortom condemns blockade of Peter Obi's convoy in Benue, fingers state govt
Premium Timesby Oladayo Jonathan·10 Sept 2026
A former Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom, has condemned the blockade of the convoy of the Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, in Makurdi, the state...
ANALYSIS: US repeatedly votes against Africa's interests at the UN
Premium Timesby Beloved John·10 Sept 2026
On Friday, the UN General Assembly voted to adopt a new world map that accurately depicts Africa’s size. Togo introduced the resolution.
NOA clarifies role on Learner Identification Number, rejects NANS’ overreach claim
Premium Timesby Press Release·10 Sept 2026
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has rejected the allegation by the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) that the Agency is exceeding its statutory mandate through its involvement...
Natasha Osawaru shares new photo of son with 2Baba amid marital crisis
Premium Timesby Friday Omosola·10 Sept 2026
Edo State House of Assembly Minority Leader, Natasha Osawaru, has shared a new photo of her child with Nigerian music star Innocent “2Baba” Idibia amid persistent speculation about the state of...
FIFA U-20WWC: Aduku demands victory against China to keep Nigeria’s hopes alive
Premium Timesby Gbemidepo Popoola·10 Sept 2026
Nigeria U-20 women’s national team head coach Moses Aduku has declared that the Falconets are “condemned to win” against China as they look to revive their FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup campaign in...
Transport workers endorse Gov Lawal for second term for his massive infrastructure dev’t
Premium Timesby Press Release·9 Sept 2026
The National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) has honoured Governor Dauda Lawal for his leadership in advancing Zamfara State’s transport sector and infrastructure.
Mbah unveils over 10,000 milestone achievements, says Enugu on course to greatness
Premium Timesby Press Release·9 Sept 2026
Governor of Enugu State, Peter Mbah, has unveiled a compendium of more than 10,000 milestones recorded in the first term of his administration across critical sectors of the Enugu State economy.
Makinde condemns disruption of Obi's visit to Benue, says APC 'marketing unpopular candidate'
Premium Timesby Abdulqudus Ogundapo·9 Sept 2026
The presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), Seyi Makinde, has condemned the disruption of the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi’s visit...
APC national chairman begins two-week vacation ahead of 2027 polls
Premium Timesby Press Release·9 Sept 2026
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nentawe Yilwatda, has commenced a two-week vacation outside of the country following an exceptionally demanding and eventful first year...
Lassa fever: NCDC identifies preparedness gaps, unveils readiness plan ahead of peak season
Premium Timesby Fortune Eromonsele·9 Sept 2026
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has identified delays in seeking care, healthcare worker infections and gaps in the functionality of health facilities as key challenges...
Abia begins training for 4,074 newly recruited teachers
Premium Timesby Agency Report·9 Sept 2026
The Abia State Government commenced a five-day capacity-building workshop for the 4,074 newly recruited teachers on Tuesday.
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