ICPC secures 14-day remand warrant to detain ex-Minister Uche Nnaji over certificate forgery
A source at the ICPC told PREMIUM TIMES that the commission secured a remand warrant from a court to detain Mr Nnaji for up to 14 days at first instance. The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) Read more…
U.S.-Iran talks pause for ayatollah’s funeral after claims of progress
What to know about the Iran war today: Qatari and Pakistani mediators said Thursday that the next meetings between Iranian and U.S. negotiators would be scheduled “at the earliest possible time” after funeral commemorations for Iran’s former supreme leader. Ayatollah Read more…
‘Hell no’ — Atiku’s aide slams Shehu Sani over comment on ADC court victory
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s media aide, Paul Ibe, has criticised former senator Shehu Sani over his reaction to the Federal High Court judgment affirming the leadership of the African Democratic Congress, ADC. Ibe argued that some members of the Read more…
Bandits gun down chief Imam, two others in Sokoto
Bandits have killed the chief Imam of Talluje village in Bodinga Local Government Area of Sokoto State and two others. The onslaught, which reportedly lasted for almost two hours targeted the two communities in the Danchadi District of the local Read more…
Presidential council scandal: I’ll defend myself in court – Adeyemi
Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew has declared his readiness to defend himself in court over the controversy surrounding the Presidential Economic Advisory Council, insisting that the judiciary should determine the merits of the allegations against him. Speaking on Channel TV Politics Today, Read more…
NYSC: Adire not approved yet to replace ‘Khaki’ – Youth minister
The Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, has clarified that the Federal Government has not approved Adire as the replacement for the National Youth Service Corps’ (NYSC) traditional khaki uniform, saying reports suggesting otherwise misrepresented his comments. The clarification came Read more…
SOS: Our Children Are Learning in Fear”: Umuoba Anam Community Cries Out Over School on the Brink of Collapse
By Uzo Ugwunze Every school day, hundreds of students at Community Secondary School, Umuoba Anam, walk into classrooms beneath a visibly cracked two-storey building that community leaders fear could become a disaster waiting to happen. Now, the people of Umuoba Read more…
Ejiofor Emerged as Law Personality of the Year 2026 at the Eminent Man of the Year Awards
.. Pledges defence of fundamental rights and service to humanity By Uzo Ugwunze Human Rights Lawyer and Social Critic Sir Ifeanyichukwu Ejiofor Esq has pledged more commitment in deploying the instrumentality of the law to defend the oppressed, protect the Read more…
Charity home in Anambra solicits support to provide amenities for inmates
From Ifeoma Ejiofor Jesus Abandoned Charity Organization, Oraifite has called on public spirited individuals, church organizations, governments and corporate bodies to rally round the Home to enable it meet up with its core mandate of taking care of the vulnerable Read more…
Kiev ablaze after reported overnight missile strike (VIDEOS)
There were multiple explosions and fires across the Ukrainian capital, according to local officials and censored footage from the scene The Ukrainian capital and several other cities across the country were hit by a combined drone and missile strike early Read more…
Stakeholders seek fresh bidding for $243m pipeline stake
Stakeholders have urged the Federal Government to initiate a new competitive bidding process for the planned sale of a 40 per cent interest in the Amukpe–Escravos Pipeline, while opposing efforts to resurrect an earlier transaction that had already been terminated. Read more…
Court grants Obi leave to serve Kenneth Okonkwo through substituted means in N8bn ‘defamation’ suit
A high court in Anambra state has granted Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), leave to serve court processes on Kenneth Okonkwo, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), through substituted means in an N8 billion “defamation” Read more…
U.S.-Iran talks pause for ayatollah’s funeral after claims of progress
What to know about the Iran war today: Qatari and Pakistani mediators said Thursday that the next meetings between Iranian and U.S. negotiators would be scheduled “at the earliest possible time” after funeral commemorations for Iran’s former supreme leader. Ayatollah Read more…
‘Hell no’ — Atiku’s aide slams Shehu Sani over comment on ADC court victory
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s media aide, Paul Ibe, has criticised former senator Shehu Sani over his reaction to the Federal High Court judgment affirming the leadership of the African Democratic Congress, ADC. Ibe argued that some members of the Read more…
Court grants Obi leave to serve Kenneth Okonkwo through substituted means in N8bn ‘defamation’ suit
A high court in Anambra state has granted Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), leave to serve court processes on Kenneth Okonkwo, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), through substituted means in an N8 billion “defamation” Read more…
Terrorists demand N300m after N40m ransom payment for kidnapped INEC Commissioner
Terrorists have demanded an extra N300 million ransom from the family of Niger State Independent Electoral Commission, NSIEC, Permanent Commissioner, Ahmed Mohammed, nine months after his abduction. This is after the family of the victim has reportedly paid N40 million Read more…
2026World Cup: African Fans support Mexico against the South Africa
By Ezeakukwu Emmanuel Nsoedo The xenophobic unofficial policy driven by some South African citizens against fellow African residents has resulted in African countries fans rooting for Mexico to win. Many of these fans who had made different caricatures on Facebook Read more…
BREAKING: Cristiano Ronaldo finally wins Saudi Pro League with Al-Nassr
Al Nassr captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, has finally won the Saudi Pro League title. They were confirmed champions on Thursday, thanks to a 4-2 win over relegation battlers Damac. The title race had gone down to the final day after Al-Nassr Read more…
Ndi Anambra urged To Invest in Sports for All Round Development of School Children
.. As MoLS Oba hosts 2026 Interhouse Sports By Uzo Ugwunze Ndi Anambra especially from the Non governmental and private sectors have been urged to invest in Children’s Sports for all round development and empowerment. The call was made during Read more…
Marusya Ifeoma Madubuko: Those who see ballet dancers as unserious ignorant, close-minded
(Continued from yesterday) Marusya Ifeoma Madubuko is an American-Nigerian artist and professional ballet dancer whose craft and sterling stage presence have earned her an enviable reputation in the United States and, indeed, across the globe. In the concluding part of Read more…
U.S.-Iran talks pause for ayatollah’s funeral after claims of progress
What to know about the Iran war today: Qatari and Pakistani mediators said Thursday that the next meetings between Iranian and U.S. negotiators would be scheduled “at the earliest possible time” after funeral commemorations for Iran’s former supreme leader. Ayatollah Read more…
NYSC: Adire not approved yet to replace ‘Khaki’ – Youth minister
The Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, has clarified that the Federal Government has not approved Adire as the replacement for the National Youth Service Corps’ (NYSC) traditional khaki uniform, saying reports suggesting otherwise misrepresented his comments. The clarification came Read more…
Charity home in Anambra solicits support to provide amenities for inmates
From Ifeoma Ejiofor Jesus Abandoned Charity Organization, Oraifite has called on public spirited individuals, church organizations, governments and corporate bodies to rally round the Home to enable it meet up with its core mandate of taking care of the vulnerable Read more…
Stakeholders seek fresh bidding for $243m pipeline stake
Stakeholders have urged the Federal Government to initiate a new competitive bidding process for the planned sale of a 40 per cent interest in the Amukpe–Escravos Pipeline, while opposing efforts to resurrect an earlier transaction that had already been terminated. Read more…
2027: Aspirants laud Soludo’s option A4 for APGA primaries
Ahead of the 2027 general elections, aspirants to the various political positions under the platform of All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA) in Anambra State have commended Governor Chukwuma Soludo for adopting the Option A4 system of voting in the party’s Read more…
Electoral Act Amendments: Reps raise campaign spending limits, make BVAS, electronic transmission compulsory
The House of Representatives has doubled or tripled campaign spending limits for candidates while approving strict provisions on voter accreditation, result transmission and sanctions for electoral officers. The House of Representatives has approved a significant increase in campaign spending limits for candidates Read more…
FAMILY OF LATE BISHOP CRIES OUT FOR HELP
By Don Peter Okoro Confusion and anxiety have gripped the ancient kingdom of Ozubulu Ekwusigo LGA of Anambra State over the Community’s refusal to bury one of their own in his own compound. The story of Bishop Emmanuel Nwadioramma the Read more…
PDP suspends guber candidate, Ezenwafor over alleged compromise during Anambra election
The Peoples Democratic Party, Anambra State chapter, has suspended its candidate in the just-concluded governorship election, Mr. Jude Ezenwafor. Ezenwafor was at the Light House, Awka, the seat of government of the state, congratulating the governor of the state, Prof. Read more…