Exclusive-Iran strikes on CIA facilities prompt questions about possible Russian role
Iranian drone attacks on CIA facilities in the Gulf have prompted U.S. intelligence analysts to investigate whether Russia assisted by providing targeting information or advanced drone technology, said four people familiar with U.S. intelligence. These people, who spoke on condition Read more…
Nigeria arrested suspected terrorists returning from Hajj. But several questions are unanswered
A PREMIUM TIMES investigation reconstructs the official Hajj registration and screening process after the arrest of seven returning pilgrims suspected to be terrorists at Katsina airport. The atmosphere inside the international arrivals terminal at the Umaru Musa Yar’Adua International Airport Read more…
Apologize, resign over PFIPC scandal, Atiku tells Tinubu
Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has said that revelations from the probe of the controversial Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC) has exposed a Federal Government trapped by its own contradictions. Consequently, Atiku, in a statement by his Senior Special Read more…
Fubara endorses Chinda, declares support for Wike-backed rainbow coalition
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has formally declared his support for the Rainbow Coalition backed by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, while endorsing the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Kingsley Chinda, as his preferred successor. Read more…
Uzodimma: Five South East Governors resolve to work for Tinubu’s victory in 2027
GOVERNMENT OF IMO STATE PRESS RELEASE …Says President has done well for Zone ….Seeks mandate to implement Imo Charter of Equity …Imo Monarchs, Elders Council back Governor Chances of President Bola Tinubu sweeping the polls in the South East in Read more…
PRESIDENT TRUMP LAUDS PRESIDENT TINUBU’S DECISIVE LEADERSHIP AGAINST TERRORISTS
US President Donald Trump has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his decisive leadership “on behalf of the Nigerian people.” In a letter to President Tinubu, President Trump applauded Tinubu’s resolve “to tackle the issues plaguing Nigeria, especially the violence Read more…
CSOs condemn incessant arrest of Onitsha traders, residents by Abuja police, urge IGP intervention
By Chukwudi Ebele Irked by the incessant arrest and subsequent detention of innocent traders and residents of Onitsha, Anambra state, by the team of the Officer-In-Charge, (OC), Legal Department, Force headquarters, Abuja, two Civil Society Organizations, (CSOs) have urged the Read more…
Ejiofor Urges New NBA President To Seek independence, Integrity of the legal profession
By Uzo Ugwunze Human Rights Lawyer and Social Critic Sir Ifeanyichukwu Ejiofor Esq has congratulated the newly elected president of the Nigeria Bar Association (NBA), Mrs Oyinkansola Badejo-Okunsanya SAN urging every member of the bar to overlook election related grievances. Read more…
APGA Apostle Forum reaffirms loyalty to Gov Soludo, unveils 2027 roadmap at 3rd anniversary
From Ifeoma EjioforThe APGA Apostle Forum has reaffirmed its loyalty to Anambra State Governor and National Leader of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Prof. Charles Soludo, while unveiling its strategic roadmap for the 2027 General Elections during its third Read more…
Tankers with Saudi crude turn back as Houthis open new front in US-Iran war
Two oil tankers carrying Saudi crude to Asia reversed course in the Red Sea on Tuesday after threats from Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis, as a widening Middle East conflict disrupted shipping through two of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints. The Read more…
MAN South East Chairman hails Soludo on appointment of Prof. Omenugha as VC of COOU
..felicitates with Dr. Michael Omenugha on 70th birthday By Uzo Ugwunze South-East/Anambra Chairman of Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), Lady Dr. Ada Chukwudozie has commended Governor Chukwuma Soludo for appointing Prof Kate Omenugha as substantive Vice Chancellor of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Read more…
Atiku knocks Tinubu over N8.05bn appropriation for mosques, churches
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has critcised President Bola Tinubu over alleged appropriation of N8.05 billion for mosques and church related projects in the 2026 budget. In a statement by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, Atiku expressed Read more…
Fubara endorses Chinda, declares support for Wike-backed rainbow coalition
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has formally declared his support for the Rainbow Coalition backed by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, while endorsing the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Kingsley Chinda, as his preferred successor. Read more…
Uzodimma: Five South East Governors resolve to work for Tinubu’s victory in 2027
GOVERNMENT OF IMO STATE PRESS RELEASE …Says President has done well for Zone ….Seeks mandate to implement Imo Charter of Equity …Imo Monarchs, Elders Council back Governor Chances of President Bola Tinubu sweeping the polls in the South East in Read more…
Ejiofor Urges New NBA President To Seek independence, Integrity of the legal profession
By Uzo Ugwunze Human Rights Lawyer and Social Critic Sir Ifeanyichukwu Ejiofor Esq has congratulated the newly elected president of the Nigeria Bar Association (NBA), Mrs Oyinkansola Badejo-Okunsanya SAN urging every member of the bar to overlook election related grievances. Read more…
APGA Apostle Forum reaffirms loyalty to Gov Soludo, unveils 2027 roadmap at 3rd anniversary
From Ifeoma EjioforThe APGA Apostle Forum has reaffirmed its loyalty to Anambra State Governor and National Leader of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Prof. Charles Soludo, while unveiling its strategic roadmap for the 2027 General Elections during its third Read more…
World Cup: Full list of award winners as Spain dominate individual honours
Spain’s historic triumph at the 2026 FIFA World Cup was capped by a clean sweep of the tournament’s top individual honours after La Roja defeated Argentina 1-0 after extra time in Sunday’s final at the MetLife Stadium. Luis de la Read more…
Professor Victor Madubuko adds another feather of milestone as NFF appoints him to the board of Interim Beach Soccer and Futsal Leagues Board
Professor Victor Madubuko who has distinguish himself in every endeavor he sets his mind on, has shown that a sport like beach soccer should not be an exception. He has not only attracted the right personnel to Anambra Beach Soccer, 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…
CSOs condemn incessant arrest of Onitsha traders, residents by Abuja police, urge IGP intervention
By Chukwudi Ebele Irked by the incessant arrest and subsequent detention of innocent traders and residents of Onitsha, Anambra state, by the team of the Officer-In-Charge, (OC), Legal Department, Force headquarters, Abuja, two Civil Society Organizations, (CSOs) have urged the Read more…
Tankers with Saudi crude turn back as Houthis open new front in US-Iran war
Two oil tankers carrying Saudi crude to Asia reversed course in the Red Sea on Tuesday after threats from Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis, as a widening Middle East conflict disrupted shipping through two of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints. The Read more…
MAN South East Chairman hails Soludo on appointment of Prof. Omenugha as VC of COOU
..felicitates with Dr. Michael Omenugha on 70th birthday By Uzo Ugwunze South-East/Anambra Chairman of Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), Lady Dr. Ada Chukwudozie has commended Governor Chukwuma Soludo for appointing Prof Kate Omenugha as substantive Vice Chancellor of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Read more…
Xenophobia: Reps probe losses by Nigerians in S’Africa
The House of Representatives has resolved to investigate the losses, damages and casualties suffered by Nigerians in South Africa, as a result of the xenophobic attacks against foreign nationals in the country. Consequently, the House mandated its Committee on Diaspora and 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…