INTERVIEW: Why Nigerians remain vulnerable to xenophobia in South Africa; how governments can change the narrative — Acting High Commissioner Temitope Ajayi
Premium Timesby Jayne Augoye·24d ago
Recurring xenophobic attacks and migration debates have continued to shape perceptions of Nigeria-South Africa relations despite cordial diplomatic ties between both countries.
Under Tinubu, Nigerians' freezers will continue to freeze, By Moyosore Gaffar
Premium Timesby Press Release·24d ago
Four weeks ago, social media went agog as an Apete resident posted that the government was supplying enough electricity appealing that they could finally turn the power off.
NBA president commends EFCC over Nigeria's removal from FATF grey list
Premium Timesby Ndidiamaka Ede·24d ago
The President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, has commended the anti-corruption efforts of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and its...
Uba Sani redeems pledge to Kaduna’s innovators
Premium Timesby Press Release·24d ago
Governor Uba Sani has redeemed his ₦30 million pledge to young innovators, by providing direct financial support to advance promising projects in technology, scientific research and innovation.
Calabar Carnival introduces online voting, digital streaming
Premium Timesby Agency Report·24d ago
The Cross River State Government has introduced online voting and digital streaming as part of efforts to deepen public participation in the Calabar Carnival.
Five vehicles crash on Lagos bridge
Premium Timesby Emmanuel Agbo·24d ago
Five vehicles were involved in a crash at Otedola Bridge, inward Berger, Lagos, on Wednesday afternoon, the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) said.
OBITUARY: Olu Jacobs, the Kano boy who conquered British stages, became Nollywood royalty, falls silent at 84
Premium Timesby Ezekiel Oyero·24d ago
Veteran Nigerian actor and theatre practitioner Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, whose commanding voice and imposing screen presence made him one of the most recognisable...
MOSOP hails Ribadu’s Ogoni peace model, seeks replication nationwide
Premium Timesby Saviour Imukudo·24d ago
The Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People (MOSOP) has commended the conflict-resolution approach adopted by the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, in the ongoing dialogue over...
2027: APC campaign spokesperson urges Wike, APC governors to end media war
Premium Timesby Ezekiel Oyero·24d ago
A spokesperson for the All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council, Ima Niboro, has urged FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and APC governors to stop trading words in the media and focus on...
PenCom targets pension for every working Nigerian, seeks EFInA data to drive inclusion
Premium Timesby Abdulkareem Mojeed·24d ago
The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has said its ambition is to ensure that every working Nigerian can access and build a pension, particularly workers in the informal sector and the emerging...
2027: Police react to Ebonyi governor, council chairman's threats against opposition
Premium Timesby Chinagorom Ugwu·24d ago
The Nigeria Police Force has spoken on the threats issued against opposition politicians by Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State and the Chairman of Ohaukwu Local Government Area of the state...
Sanwo-Olu, Abiodun appeal for patience as Kara Bridge gridlock worsens
Premium Timesby Emmanuel Agbo·24d ago
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and his Ogun State counterpart, Dapo Abiodun, have appealed to motorists to be patient as traffic remains heavy around Kara Bridge and parts of the...
Court orders Atiku to serve Tinubu with 2027 eligibility suit through APC
Premium Timesby Ndidiamaka Ede·24d ago
The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to serve President Bola Tinubu with court processes through the All...
Flamingos begin WAFU B campaign with 5-0 demolition of Niger
Premium Timesby Tunde Eludini·24d ago
Nigeria’s Flamingos opened their 2026 WAFU B U-17 Girls’ Cup campaign with a 5-0 demolition of Niger on Wednesday, scoring three times in the final eight minutes to underline their dominance.
Curfew imposed after many killed in Mambilla Plateau
Premium Timesby Abubakar Ahmadu Maishanu·24d ago
Local government authorities have imposed a 24-hour curfew on the Mbamga community following violent attacks that left at least five people dead, including security personnel, in the Sardauna Local...
Kizz Daniel drops first single of 2026
Premium Timesby Aaron Cole·24d ago
Nigerian singer Kizz Daniel has released ‘Owo Oluwa’, his first official single of 2026 and the lead single from his forthcoming album, Radio Gidi.
Armed men kill police inspector inside commissioner’s residence
Premium Timesby Chinagorom Ugwu·24d ago
Some armed men have invaded a commissioner’s residence in Imo State, south east Nigeria, killing a police inspector on guard duty there.
NCDMB hosts 5th edition of book reading programme, tasks Nigerians on culture of learning
Premium Timesby Press Release·24d ago
It was a celebration of literary culture and journalistic excellence at the Conference Centre of the Nigerian Content Tower (NCT), Swali, Yenagoa, on Tuesday, as leading lights of the Association...
Jigawa, Rano Air sign agreement for Abuja-Dutse commercial flights
Premium Timesby Press Release·24d ago
As part of its efforts to improve connectivity and support growing economic activities in the state, the Jigawa State Government has signed an Air Route Development Partnership Agreement with Rano...
FG commissions 3MW hybrid mini-grid project in Abuja varsity
Premium Timesby Premium Times·24d ago
The Federal Government of Nigeria commissioned a three-megawatt hybrid mini-grid project and a Renewable Energy Workshop and Training Centre at Yakubu Gowon University (formerly University of...
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