The US wants to manage the stalemate in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran wants to break it
The monthlong lull in fighting between Iran and the United States ended this week with a renewed exchange of fire, dragging the region back to a dangerous – and potentially unsustainable – military stalemate. The US military struck Iran again Tuesday, prompting Read more…
Dangote Petroleum Refinery set for landmark IPO following SEC approval
… Proposed 4.1 Billion share offer could raise approximately N2.15tn The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved the commencement of the Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE, paving the way for what could become Read more…
Despite withholding spending details, Eno says he’ll account for Akwa Ibom’s N2.943 trillion revenue
Governor Umo Eno says he is ready to account for Akwa Ibom’s funds, but BudgIT and PREMIUM TIMES findings show that citizens still cannot trace how at least N2.943 trillion received under his administration was spent. Governor Umo Eno of Read more…
UN votes to adopt new world map that shows true size of Africa
The resolution is part of the #CorrectTheMap campaign led by Togo and backed by all 55 African Union member states. The United Nations General Assembly has voted to adopt a new world map that more accurately depicts Africa’s size. The Read more…
‘We’ve no hand in Uber’s exit’ – FAAN opens up on disputes with e-hailing firms
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, FAAN, has denied claims that it was responsible for Uber’s decision to discontinue its ride-hailing operations in Nigeria. Speaking on Friday, FAAN Managing Director, Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku, said the company’s exit was based on its Read more…
2027: Why 30-plus governors won’t save Tinubu — Kwankwaso
Vice Presidential Candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Rabiu Kwankwaso, has warned political parties against assuming that control of more than 30 states will guarantee victory in the 2027 general election. Kwankwaso, a former Kano State governor, gave the Read more…
ASTUC Youth President Takes Campaign of ‘I Believe in Anambra’ To Media Practitioners
.. as NUJ Anambra State Council Prepares To Host National President ‘Alhassan Yahya’ on 35th Anniversary By Uzo Ugwunze The Anambra State Town Union Council ASTUC Youths President, Comrade Ken Okoli has led the campaign of ‘I Believe in Anambra’ Read more…
Fresh Demolition in Nnewi As Govt Enforces Physical Planning Laws
New wave of demolition is currently going on in the industrial town of Nnewi as Anambra State Government commence another round of pulling down of shanties, unauthorised structures and illegal structures.The latest operation, led by the Commissioner for Physical Planning Read more…
JDPC Nnewi Champions Safer Motherhood, Stronger Primary Healthcare Delivery
By Ifeoma Ejiofor Stakeholders in Anambra State have called for greater investment in primary healthcare, stronger community participation and improved accountability to enhance maternal and child healthcare across the state. The call came during a town hall meeting organised under Read more…
Number of Iranian military personnel reported killed by US strikes this week rises to 13
Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency reported on Thursday the deaths of six more military personnel from U.S. strikes this week, bringing the military death toll to at least 13. The U.S. strikes on Tuesday were the most extensive for weeks. Read more…
43 feared dead after inhaling toxic fumes during alleged oil siphoning in Rivers
At least 43 people are feared dead after toxic fumes reportedly overwhelmed an illegal petroleum siphoning operation at Okari Jetty in Okrika Local Government Area of Rivers State. The incident reportedly occurred around midnight on Thursday when more than 200 Read more…
El-Rufai deliberately planned killing of our people in Southern Kaduna — Defence Minister Musa
Minister of Defence Christopher Musa has accused former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai of deliberately planning the killing of people in Southern Kaduna. Musa made the allegation while fielding questions on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme on Thursday. The minister Read more…
The US wants to manage the stalemate in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran wants to break it
The monthlong lull in fighting between Iran and the United States ended this week with a renewed exchange of fire, dragging the region back to a dangerous – and potentially unsustainable – military stalemate. The US military struck Iran again Tuesday, prompting Read more…
Despite withholding spending details, Eno says he’ll account for Akwa Ibom’s N2.943 trillion revenue
Governor Umo Eno says he is ready to account for Akwa Ibom’s funds, but BudgIT and PREMIUM TIMES findings show that citizens still cannot trace how at least N2.943 trillion received under his administration was spent. Governor Umo Eno of Read more…
2027: Why 30-plus governors won’t save Tinubu — Kwankwaso
Vice Presidential Candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Rabiu Kwankwaso, has warned political parties against assuming that control of more than 30 states will guarantee victory in the 2027 general election. Kwankwaso, a former Kano State governor, gave the Read more…
UPDATED: US court case on Tinubu’s past forfeiture is civil, not criminal matter – Presidency
For clarity, the matter is a civil records-disclosure dispute under the United States Freedom of Information Act. It is not a criminal case against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, nor has the court found him guilty of any criminal wrongdoing. The Read more…
Gusau confirms resignation as NFF president
Mr Gusau announced his decision at a press conference at the NFF headquarters in Abuja on Thursday. The President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Gusau, has confirmed his resignation from office, bringing his four-year tenure to an end Read more…
Nnewi Cycling Club rides from Nnewi to Owerri
From Ifeoma Ejiofor In continuation of their determination to ensure sound health in a sound body, the members of Nnewi Cycling Club on Sunday embarked on cycling from Nnewi in Nnewi North LGA of Anambra State to Owerri, the Imo 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…
The US wants to manage the stalemate in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran wants to break it
The monthlong lull in fighting between Iran and the United States ended this week with a renewed exchange of fire, dragging the region back to a dangerous – and potentially unsustainable – military stalemate. The US military struck Iran again Tuesday, prompting Read more…
Dangote Petroleum Refinery set for landmark IPO following SEC approval
… Proposed 4.1 Billion share offer could raise approximately N2.15tn The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved the commencement of the Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE, paving the way for what could become Read more…
Despite withholding spending details, Eno says he’ll account for Akwa Ibom’s N2.943 trillion revenue
Governor Umo Eno says he is ready to account for Akwa Ibom’s funds, but BudgIT and PREMIUM TIMES findings show that citizens still cannot trace how at least N2.943 trillion received under his administration was spent. Governor Umo Eno of Read more…
‘We’ve no hand in Uber’s exit’ – FAAN opens up on disputes with e-hailing firms
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, FAAN, has denied claims that it was responsible for Uber’s decision to discontinue its ride-hailing operations in Nigeria. Speaking on Friday, FAAN Managing Director, Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku, said the company’s exit was based on its Read more…
Iran says it’s ready for new U.S. sanctions, has 2-year plan
What to know about the Iran war today: Iranian Economy Minister Ali Madanizadeh said Monday that Tehran has been preparing for the new sanctions announced by the U.S. “for a long time” and that it is ready to face them. U.S. Treasury Secretary Read more…
Selective targeting of Nigeria’s largest airline must stop: Why Air Peace?
Why Air Peace? That is the question Nigerians must ask following the decision by aviation industry unions to picket and disrupt the operations of Nigeria’s largest airline in Lagos and Abuja. This is not the first time Air Peace has Read more…
Enough of blaming Abacha for everything bad in Nigeria
General Sani Abacha. Military Head of State in Nigeria from 1993-1998. Former Chief of Army Staff. No-nonsense military officer credited with having a hand in most successful military change of government in Nigeria. He died many years ago. Yet he cannot Read more…
PUBLIC NOTICE/DISCLAIMER: NCCIMA ceases relationship with Mr Ibekwe
This is to inform the general public that Mr. Obiora Ibekwe , who was the DG of Nnewi Chamber of Commerce, Industry Mines and Agriculture (NCCIMA) is no longer an employee of Nnewi Chamber of Commerce Industry Mines and Agriculture Read more…