​Three months. A trilogy. A triple publication. And with SSOAR’s confirmation arriving on Friday morning, our overall global archival footprint expands to seven critical institutional repositories when we include the foundational papers of The Insecurity Triad: SSRN, Harvard Dataverse, Zenodo, SocArXiv, SSOAR, ResearchGate, and Academia.edu. The symmetry, it appears, was not done with me yet. […] The post ​The three-month sprint (1): Philosophical architecture of an intellectual trilogy of st...

As Nigeria moves steadily toward the 2027 General Elections, the message to every voter is clear: democracy is not merely a right to be enjoyed; it is a responsibility to be exercised. The quality of leadership that emerges in 2027 will ultimately reflect the quality of choices made by the electorate… The future of Nigeria […] The post The burden of choice: Nigerian voters and the 2027 elections, By Mukhtar Ya’u Madobi appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

On Saturday, Ghana's Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, confirmed that the government had lodged an official protest with Canadian authorities over the decision to reject Partey's visa application The post World Cup: Ghana protest Canada’s visa ban on Thomas Partey ahead of Panama clash appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

According to the police, preliminary investigations indicate that the explosive device was strategically planted to target road users and commuters. The post Police avert a deadly attack in Zamfara, destroy bandits’ explosive device appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

About 40,000 Nigerians participated in the 2026 Hajj ritual. The post Hajj 2026: Nine states complete return airlift appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

“I must say that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is grappling with a lot of enemies of progress, of what you left behind. Today, many are sponsoring insecurity in our country, to paint our democracy in a bad colour." The post Tinubu’s enemies sponsoring insecurity to discredit Nigeria’s democracy — Akpabio appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Mr Obasanjo commended past military leaders for their roles in preserving national unity and steering the country through challenging transitions. The post Obasanjo identifies Abdulsalami, military leaders for guiding Nigeria through difficult transitions appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Enugu-based club confirmed the development in a statement on its official social media channels, ending speculation over the future of the title-winning coach The post Rangers end speculation, extend Ilechukwu’s contract until 2027 appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The MSF found 59 allegations of abuse and misconduct that represent “a serious breach of its values and responsibilities," and declared that it “deeply regrets the harm caused." The post MSF investigation finds exploitation of women, girls in Chad refugee camps appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Video footage that has since gone viral showed some protesters at the City Boy Movement headquarters in Abuja throwing stones and other objects at the building while others chanted solidarity songs. The post Group threatens legal action against protesters who occupied its Abuja headquarters appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

INEC said it has shared the findings with security agencies under the Inter-Agency Consultative Committee on Election Security (ICCES), leading to plans for enhanced deployment of security personnel in vulnerable areas. The post Ekiti Poll: INEC identifies 469 polling units as potential flashpoints appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A legal practitioner has questioned plans for a special Court of Appeal sitting in Shendam, Plateau State The post Lawyer raises concerns over Court of Appeal special sitting in Plateau appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Borno State Government has reintegrated 720 former Boko Haram fighters into their communities after they completed a rehabilitation and deradicalisation programme The post Borno reintegrates 720 ex-Boko Haram fighters, says nearly 10,000 rehabilitated under programme appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Prior to joining the UN, Ms Eziakonwa held positions in several African civil society organisations. The post UN Secretary-General appoints Nigerian as Special Adviser on Africa appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Stories like that of David and Goliath teach moral lessons especially about victory not necessarily going to the mighty and powerful. The freedom battles between a sitting United States President and, a slave girl he owned, are no less intriguing. Such a true life story is usually tucked away as they tell of the humiliation […] The post Ona Judge: Preferred suffering in freedom than plenty in US presidency, By Owei Lakemfa appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The protesters said Governor Fubara has betrayed the trust of Rivers people who stood by him during the political crisis in the oil-rich state. The post ‘Work for Rivers people or resign,’ protesters tell Fubara appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Encouragingly, there are signs that the conversation around innovation in Nigeria is evolving. Increasing emphasis is being placed not only on academic achievement but also on entrepreneurship, problem-solving, digital skills, creativity, and practical application. More universities are establishing innovation centres. More students are participating in hackathons, startup competitions, and technology incubation programmes. More young Nigerians […] The post Beyond the lecture hall: Why innova...

While Ajayi stormed to victory in the men's 100 metres, Ogazi successfully defended his NCAA 400m title in spectacular fashion, producing one of the fastest quarter-mile performances in world history. The post NCAA Championships: Ogazi shatters records, Ajayi strikes gold as Nigerians shine in Eugene appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

While authorities are still working to determine the full extent of the theft, training balls and football boots are among the items feared to have been taken The post World Cup 2026: England suffer training equipment theft in Kansas City appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Although the Super Eagles are absent from the tournament, players of Nigerian descent continue to feature prominently for several competing nations. The post “Nigerians” shine at World Cup as Balogun fires USA to victory, Oluwaseyi, David help Canada earn historic point appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Whether remembered as an effective communicator, an unwavering institutional loyalist or a spokesperson whose optimism sometimes outpaced realities on the ground, Mr Abubakar occupied a unique place in Nigeria’s security history. The post OBITUARY: Rabe Abubakar: The army general lost to insecurity appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

“The general public is advised to ignore fake recruitment messages, fraudulent links and unauthorised persons claiming to represent the board." The post Recruitment: Board releases lists of successful Immigration, Fire, NSCDC, NCoS applicants appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Many of the developments recorded in recent years have been pursued under the Nigeria Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative, introduced in 2023. The framework was designed to improve coordination across financing, service delivery, workforce development, health security, and the healthcare value chain. Its organising principle is simple: one conversation, one plan, one budget, and one […] The post 27 years of democracy and Nigeria’s health renewal (I): Rebuilding the foundations, By ‘La...

Twenty-nine years ago, a military court convicted this former army officer of sodomy. Eighteen years ago, the Supreme Court upheld the verdict. But he never served the sentence. Instead, he cleaned up his profile to become a prized academic recruit in Nigeria and abroad. The post How army officer convicted of sodomy avoided jail, got pardon, landed top university jobs appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Abdulsalami recalled that demands for a return to civilian government came from political leaders, civil society organisations, the international community and ordinary Nigerians who had become weary of years of military rule. The post Why I handed over power, democratically-elected govt within 11 months – Abdulsalami appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The next set of fixtures could prove decisive. Morocco will face Scotland in Foxborough on Friday, while Brazil take on Haiti in Philadelphia. The post World Cup 2026: Morocco hold Brazil as Scotland go top of Group C appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

"While the terrorists have done their worst, the president wants them to know that the government will never bow to their demand to release their members held by our security agencies." The post Tinubu mourns Rabe Abubakar, says govt won’t heed terrorists’ demand to release arrested members appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

“Building on Solid Ground” earns its title. It is practical, honest and timely, and it is written with the kind of clarity that respects your time. If you work in Africa’s civil society space, this book belongs on your shelf, because it gives you both a foundation to build on and a mirror to grow […] The post A foundation to build on and a mirror to grow by: Jude Ilo and CSO sustainability, By Ijeoma Dove-Oforka appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

…the ‘Ali-Must-Go’ uprising laid the concrete foundation for confronting military rule in Nigeria. The formation of NANS and the various struggles it waged from 1981 to 1993 contributed significantly to demystifying the military, and developing the psychological basis for the opposition to confront and combat the military despots. Yesterday, Friday, 12 June marked the thirty-third […] The post The June 12 before June 12: A trajectory of the Nigerian struggle, By Ahmed Aminu-Ramatu Yusuf appea...

The LP had earlier filed a lawsuit against INEC after the party alleged that its candidate for Enugu North District by-election, Simon Eze, was not included in the list of candidates for the by-election by the commission. The post INEC finally restores Labour Party in Enugu senatorial by-election appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The more historically grounded interpretation is that financial capital is responding first to improving macroeconomic conditions, while productive capital is still moving through the longer and more complex process that necessarily precedes major investment commitments. Introduction The unsigned commentary under review presents itself as a forensic examination of Nigeria’s recent capital-importation figures. Its central thesis […] The post Hot money or the first stage of recovering confidenc...

The Super Eagles have the talent to reach the semi-finals of the 2030 World Cup. Perhaps further. All that is required now is that the people running Nigerian football find the courage to build the stage on which these players can finally perform The post Eagles at 2030 FIFA World Cup: Four-year plan for Nigeria’s return to global stage appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The training was unveiled in Lagos on Wednesday, and will provide 10 Nigerians with world-class aviation training The post Oil and Gas Field Readiness: NCDMB, Chevron, Bristow begin pilot training appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

In reality, it is a debate about whether frontier AI models have become powerful enough to be treated as strategic national security technologies. The post What is the controversy around Anthropic’s new AI model? appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

An official said the arrest followed a joint intelligence-led operation conducted by naval personnel in collaboration with a private pipeline surveillance outfit after reports of a deliberate breach along the pipeline corridor. The post Navy arrests three suspected pipeline vandals appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Musicians no longer have to spend days or even weeks coming up with ideas for promo materials; they can create videos based on any concept or their album cover art The post Create album promotion videos with an AI video generator appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Common symptoms associated with menopause include hot flushes, night sweats, irregular menstrual flow, vaginal dryness, pain during sexual intercourse, urinary incontinence, sleep disturbances, mood changes, anxiety and depression. The post PT Health Watch: Menopause increases risk of bone loss, fractures, says expert appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The inmates were pardoned under the prerogative of mercy exercised by Governor Uba Sani, in a move the state government described as part of efforts to balance justice with rehabilitation and reintegration. The post Democracy Day: Uba Sani frees 97 Kaduna inmates under ‘Mercy Prerogative’ appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

When Professor Charles Chukwuma Soludo assumed office as Governor of Anambra State in 2022, he arrived in Awka bearing an intimidating resume and a trailer-load of goodwill. Many Nigerians, especially those of us from the South-East, fervently rooted for his success. Few public officials in Nigeria have entered elective office with credentials as formidable or […] The post Soludo’s blind and bright spots, By Osmund Agbo appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

VMO Aero said it is cooperating with aviation authorities investigating the incident, including the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau and the NCAA. The post VMO Aero speaks on Asaba aircraft incident, says crew aborted unstable approach appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Some social media users have been circulating an old video clip of the attack, which they claim happened in Imo State “recently.” The post FACTCHECK: Old video of killings in Imo recirculated as a recent attack. appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

SERAP is asking the court to “direct and compel the NNPCL to provide a comprehensive reconciliation statement detailing the specific financial transactions relating to the ₦5.9 billion expenditure..." The post SERAP sues NNPCL over ‘failure to account for ₦5.9 billion rebranding cost’ appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

While Nigerian fans celebrated several standout performances, the evening produced both triumph and heartbreak for the home contingent The post PFL Africa: Ocheme delivers stunning knockout as Adeshina falls on historic night appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The 2022 hosts, who endured a difficult debut tournament without a point, showed greater determination to avoid another defeat on the world stage. The post Qatar earn historic first World Cup point after draw with Switzerland appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

"At a moment of profound uncertainty, when Nigeria stood at a crossroads, providence entrusted him with the responsibility of leadership. He understood both the weight of that responsibility and the demands of the moment. He pledged to return the country to democratic rule, and he fulfilled that pledge faithfully and honourably." The post Tinubu praises Abdulsalami Abubakar, says he held the reins during uncertain times appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

President Tinubu described the proposed centre as a fitting tribute to a statesman whose legacy has been defined by his commitment to peace-building, democratic governance, national unity and public service. The post Tinubu directs Wike to allocate land to Abdulsalami in Abuja for resource centre appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

CIFCFIN's Founder and Chairman, Governing Council, Iliyasu Gashinbaki, stated this during the occasion of Democracy Day in Abuja on Friday. The post 2027 Elections: Forensic Institute calls for ‘stress test’ of INEC’s technology six months to elections appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

“I long for, at least, peace to mourn, but Euracare Hospital has robbed me even of that.” The post “Our quest for justice will continue” – Chimamanda breaks silence on son’s death appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Announcing the development, the Secretary to the Zamfara State Government, Abubakar Mohammad Nakwada, stated that the redeployment is aimed at strategically repositioning key Ministries for greater efficiency The post Gov Dauda redeploys three commissioners in Zamfara minor cabinet reshuffle appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

When contacted by PREMIUM TIMES on Saturday, the ADC National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, said he could not confirm the reports. The post ADC declines to confirm reports of Atiku running mate pick appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Until his death on Friday, Yaya Tongo represented Gombe/Kwami/Funakaye Federal Constituency of Gombe State and chaired the Nigeria–United Arab Emirates Parliamentary Friendship Group in the House. The post Gombe Rep dies after brief illness, Speaker Abbas, House mourn appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

There has been tension in the NDC following allegations of manipulations in the party's just concluded primaries. The post Crisis in NDC over, but… – Dickson appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Mr Rabe died in the custody of armed bandits nearly two weeks after he was abducted alongside his wife in Katsina State The post Former military spokesperson dies in bandits’ custody appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Local sources told PREMIUM TIMES that the attack started early morning on Saturday, with many houses razed by the terrorists. The post Boko Haram terrorists invade Niger village, kill many appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The governor disclosed this in Awka on Friday during the third anniversary celebration of the Eighth Anambra House of Assembly. The post Insecurity: More soldiers to be deployed in Anambra soon – Soludo appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

With tournament places, national pride and continental bragging rights on the line, the inaugural PFL Africa event promises a night of high-stakes action as fighters from across Africa and beyond battle for supremacy The post PFL Africa Nigeria Preview: Adeshina, Ocheme lead historic Lagos fight night appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The judgement followed a plea bargain agreement between the prosecution and the defence.. The post Court convicts 11 Indian sailors, vessel over cocaine importation, imposes $6m fine appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

He also alleged that his dismissal was linked to whistleblowing petitions he submitted against JAMB’s Registrar, Is-haq Oloyede, and other officials, accusing them of corruption and procurement irregularities. The post Court upholds JAMB’s dismissal of former deputy director, awards N250,000 fine appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

SpaceX’s shares closed at $161 on the Nasdaq on Friday, compared to its initial public offering (IPO) price of $135, making it the biggest-ever stock market debut. The post Elon Musk becomes world’s first trillionaire as SpaceX IPO surges on debut appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

PREMIUM TIMES exclusively reported in February that the ICPC began an investigation into Mr Nnaji’s forgery scandal with insiders saying the former minister could be prosecuted if the investigation showed that he truly forged his credentials. The post EXCLUSIVE: Court orders ex-Minister Uche Nnaji’s arrest for certificate forgery appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.