In a post on X on Sunday, the pontiff made a passionate appeal for a ceasefire in the region. The post US/Israel–Iran war: Pope calls for ceasefire appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Mr Abubakar, a close ally of former Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru, served as council chairperson during Mr Badaru’s second term as Governor of Jigawa State. The post Ex-defence minister’s ally resigns from APC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The development signals the commencement of the implementation of President Bola Tinubu’s Executive Order 9 on oil revenue remittances, signed in February. The post Federation gets full PSC profit as Tinubu’s executive order takes effect appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The heartbreaking murder of Mallam Bashar Sani, a senior administrator at the College of Education, Maru, is yet another grim reminder of the tragedy consuming Northern Nigeria. Despite paying more than ₦25.7 million in ransom — alongside motorcycles, phones, and airtime — to secure the release of his abducted family members over several years, he […] The post Enough is enough: After Bashar Sani’s death, the North must finally confront its own monsters, By Yushau A. Shuaib appeared first on P...

In this exclusive interview with PREMIUM TIMES, the State Immunisation Officer (SIO), Bashar Garba, said many who still refuse the vaccines have long-held beliefs and are not newly influenced. The post INTERVIEW: Old narratives surrounding polio vaccines still haunt eradication initiatives in Sokoto – Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Daniel Bwala was nurtured in a propaganda media relations model, which is hallmarked by half-truths, concoctions and suavity as armour against media push-back. Unfortunately, he never reckoned that a day would come when he would be confronted by a media bulldozer armed with diggers that could fatally dismantle his years-old anthills of mendacity. I walked […] The post In defence of Daniel Bwala, By Festus Adedayo appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Plateau State Government paid tribute to the fallen officials, describing them as heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice while confronting the bandits. The post Plateau govt condemns Kanam ambush, pays tribute to fallen security officials appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

God is our destination; He is the Promised Land. Man has always lived in God. Moses says: “LORD, you have been our dwelling place in all generations. (Psalm 90:1). Paul reiterates this: “In (God) we live, and move, and have our being.” (Acts 17:28). However, we did not know this because God is spirit and, […] The post Article of Faith: Waking with God (2), By Femi Aribisala appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

In satellite towns like Kubwa, Nyanya, and Gwagwalada, pipe-borne water is often unavailable for long periods. The post Administrative delays, inefficiencies cripple Abuja water system appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

With both Osimhen and Onuachu delivering week after week in Turkey, Nigerian attacking power continues to shape the narrative of the Süper Lig season. The post Osimhen hits 12th League goal as Onuachu extends scoring streak in Turkey appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Police say the victims were intercepted during a stop-and-search operation while being moved for cross-border exploitation. The post Police rescue seven trafficked victims, including foreign nationals appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Loyalist dissects the theme of political loyalty, its ephemerality and the gradual transformation of political principals into demi-gods. The post REVIEW: Wounds, stabs and stabbers: Inside Bolaji Abdullahi’s The Loyalist appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

He urged both police officers and journalists to conduct themselves responsibly. The post IGP Disu seeks improved collaboration between police, journalists appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Air Peace says safety remains the cornerstone of its operations and pledges to maintain the highest standards across its network. The post Air Peace gives reason for Abuja–London flight return appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Passenger complaints over a disrupted international flight have triggered regulatory scrutiny. The post NCAA summons Air Peace over Abuja–London flight disruption appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

While Arsenal celebrated a crucial win in North London, Manchester City’s title hopes suffered another setback at the London Stadium The post EPL Roundup: Arsenal establish nine-point gap as West Ham hold Man City appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The latest development came weeks after a high court in Awka sentenced another popular native doctor in the state, Chukwudozie Nwangwu, to 12 years' imprisonment for similar offences. The post Security operatives arrest another native doctor in Anambra over ritual practices appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The firm reaffirmed that it remains committed to supporting the Nigeria Police and maintaining a transparent relationship with stakeholders, including the media The post Police conference funds not diverted, says organiser Shina Philips appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Nwosu’s death brings to nine the number of players from the 1980 AFCON-winning squad who have passed away The post Tinubu, NFF, NSC mourn 1980 AFCON winner Henry Nwosu appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The training is organised under the Renaissance Africa Energy Company Limited and MJD Oilfield Services Limited Nigerian Content Human Capital Development Training Programme, in partnership with the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) The post 33 young engineers begin training on pipeline pigging, corrosion control appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Mr Baba Ahmed who stated this while on an inspection visit at the project site, described the governor’s rural transformation programme as revolutionary. The post Gov Sani lauded over 36km Birnin Gwari road project appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Mr Uzodinma said the group's members will coordinate the rice distribution across the country. The post 2027: Tinubu directs his campaign group to donate rice to Nigerians for Ramadan, Lent appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

He said the country’s limited cold storage facilities and inadequate temperature-controlled logistics remained major drivers of high post-harvest losses. The post Cold chain infrastructure key to solving Nigeria’s food security challenge — Expert appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Two and a half years in, the architecture is rising. The revolution is no longer a slogan; it is becoming lived reality in clinics from Misau to Lagos. Nigeria’s health sector has waited decades for this moment. Under Pate’s leadership, the wait is finally over. The future of public health in Africa’s largest nation is […] The post Professor Ali Pate and the quiet revolution of transforming Nigeria’s health sector, By Fidelis Nwagwu appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

While skit maker Geh Geh brings his familiar online persona to the screen, A Hand to Hold struggles to rise beyond a light YouTube drama, revealing the limits of internet fame in sustaining a full-length Nollywood narrative. The post Movie Review: Geh Geh’s internet fame can’t quite carry ‘A Hand to Hold’ appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The ministry was previously responsible for overseeing the state’s controversial foreign scholarship scheme, which the deputy governor managed. The post JUST IN: Kano governor scraps ministry overseen by embattled deputy governor appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Lanre Issa-Onilu is a former national publicity secretary of the APC The post NOA DG. Issa-Onilu joins Kwara 2027 governorship race appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

"... if we receive a takedown request, we don't take it down just because it's coming from the government. We assess it in line with our community guidelines. If we find it to be violative of our community guidelines, then we take it down." The post INTERVIEW: How we avoid sanctions, balance freedom of speech, regulatory oversight from Nigerian govt – TikTok head of govt relations for SSA appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

“The victims were released when it was apparent troops had closed in on the kidnappers, leaving no room for them to manoeuvre." The post Nigeria Army rescues five kidnapped persons, seizes weapons in Benue – Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The group said some attackers were reportedly killed, and the bandits later invaded the Kyaram community. The post Bandits kill 20 security officials in Plateau ambush – Group appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Director of Naval Information, Abiodun Folorunsho, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday in Abuja. The post Navy destroys illegal refinery in Rivers, intercepts stolen petroleum products in Calabar – Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

“Discussions between the two parties centred on the establishment of a Centre of Excellence at the University, the first in West Africa." The post UNILORIN partners NNPCL to establish research centre – Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The party advised members interested in contesting vacant positions to obtain and submit the relevant nomination or expression of interest forms. The post ADC releases timetable for nationwide congresses appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

He highlighted that many retirees rely on their entitlements for livelihood and well-being. The post Defence ministry advocates timely payment of military retirees’ pension appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Authorities say new operational frameworks are being developed to improve coordination within Nigeria’s airport cargo system. The post FAAN sets up task force to improve cargo operations at airports appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has an ambition to contest the Abia governorship in 2027. The post Uzor Kalu dismisses rift in Abia APC as younger brother insists on governorship in 2027 appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

According to the report, Nigeria’s overall leadership readiness score rose slightly to 59 in 2025 from 57 in 2024, suggesting increasing public confidence in women’s leadership capabilities. The post Nine in 10 Nigerians back women leaders, but institutions lag – Report appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Al-Aqsa Mosque, located in the Old City of Jerusalem, is considered the third-holiest site in Islam. The post African Union Commission, OIC, Arab States condemn Israel’s closure of Al-Aqsa appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

After a difficult outing against South Korea on Thursday, the Nigerian side responded with resilience and attacking intensity, overturning a halftime deficit to seal an emphatic win. The post D’Tigress storm back to beat Philippines 101–84 at World Cup qualifiers appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Before his appointment to the CBN, Mr Bello had built a long career in development finance and public sector banking. The post Newly-appointed adviser on political economy, Bala Bello, thanks President Tinubu, pledges loyalty appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Beyond club football, Simon has also remained a consistent presence for the Nigeria national football team The post Super Eagles forward Moses Simon hits 200 Ligue 1 appearances appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

PREMIUM TIMES reported that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu approved the fare increment in February. The post ‘It’ll deepen burden on ordinary Lagosians’ — ADC aspirant demands reversal of BRT fare hike appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Nigerian government has dismissed allegations that it seized a British-developed lithium project and handed it to Chinese operators, describing the claim as false and part of a smear campaign by a mining firm. The post Nigerian govt denies ‘British lithium project’ seizure, alleges smear campaign ahead of Tinubu’s UK visit appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

For Onyeka, who arrived at the club during the winter transfer window, the defeat was particularly hard to take The post “Disappointment but no regrets”: Frank Onyeka rallies Coventry after Southampton defeat appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Amid growing conversations about cosmetic surgery following the death of socialite Elena Jessica, aesthetic doctor Chidinma “Dr Dinma” Akpa cautions women against making body enhancement decisions out of social media pressure. The post ‘Enhancement should never feel like pressure’ — Doctor warns women against peer pressure for BBL appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

“But it has never been easy. That is why you don’t see me in adverts or billboards. It is painful.” The post ‘I am suffering; I’ve no house, no car of my own,’ Papa Ajasco actor laments appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Ms Harmony, a Nigerian product designer based in Indonesia, says the primary difficulty she encounters as an African woman in the tech and design industry is the lack of representation. The post Women In STEAM: Overcoming underrepresentation: A Nigerian woman’s journey in Asian tech, design appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The latest accident adds to a series of fatal road crashes recorded in Lagos in recent months. The post Four killed, four injured in another Lagos road accident appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The WHO confirmed that 12 doctors, nurses and paramedics were killed in a strike late Friday on the Bourj Qalaouiyeh Primary Healthcare Centre The post US/Israel-Iran War: WHO fumes as Israel attacks Lebanese hospitals, kills 14 health workers appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

India announced that two of its tankers carrying liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) safely passed through the Strait of Hormuz. The post US/Israel-Iran War (Day 16): Trump asks countries to send warships to Hormuz appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

NPFL chairman Gbenga Elegbeleye issued the directive on Saturday, instructing clubs and match officials to stage the tribute before kick-off in all league matches as Nigerian football pauses to remember one of its most influential figures. The post NPFL to honour Henry Nwosu with minute’s silence in league matches appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The current Abia governor, a member of the Labour Party, is popular among residents because of his administration’s ability to rebuild broken public infrastructure and restore the people’s faith in governance. The post 2027: Three ex-governors set up committee for APC’s ‘victory’ in Abia appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The contract for the road was officially awarded in 2018, and payment was made to the contractor. The post Nasarawa communities groan as government abandons N865m road project appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

ASUU made its position known in a communique issued on Saturday in Makurdi and signed by the branch secretary, Daniel Chile. The post Benue varsity ASUU threatens strike appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

“I came to see the president and to thank him for all the good work he is doing for the country,” he told journalists The post What I discussed with Tinubu – Gowon appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Presco Plc Chairperson, Olakanmi Sarumi, disclosed this on Friday when the company’s management and Afrinvest visited Governor Alex Otti of Abia State in Nvosi, Isiala Ngwa South Local Government Area of the state. The post Firm to invest $200m in Abia’s oil palm sector appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The leading international leaders of hypocrisy and deception, with headquarters in Western Europe, are as they historically do, teaching lessons they themselves will neither take nor accept. Iran has since February 28, 2026, been under waves of relentless attacks by the United States, US, and Israel with children and adults, citizens and leaders, being dispatched […] The post Love thy neighbour, but attack if he harbours your attackers, By Owei Lakemfa appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Although the ministry did not give any information on the Nigerian casualties, it noted that they were among the 141 foreigners who suffered minor to moderate injuries.” The post US/Israel-Iran War: Nigerians injured in Iranian attacks on UAE appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Lagos State Government warned that the monthly environmental sanitation programme will be strictly enforced. The post Lagos to resume monthly environmental sanitation appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

While Governor Mutfwang gifts luxury SUVs to first‑class chiefs, residents of Langtang South complain about children learning in mud classrooms. The post Governor distributes SUVs to mark 61st birthday while pupils learn in mud classrooms appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.