U.S., Iran trade attacks again after Trump threat
What to know about the Iran war:U.S. Central Command said the it had launched another round of strikes on Iran after President Trump said Wednesday that Tehran had “taken too long to negotiate a deal” and would “pay the price.” Read more…
They’re ruthless – Security expert reveals two brothers of bandit kingpin Bello Turji [Photo]
Counter-insurgency and security analyst in Lake Chad region, Zagazola Makama, has identified two men he described as brothers of notorious bandit leader Bello Turji. Makama stated that they have been involved in violent activities across parts of Sokoto and Zamfara Read more…
Why Tinubu sleeps with two eyes closed – Wike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said that President Bola Tinubu sleeps with both eyes closed because of the impact of his administration’s work in the nation’s capital and across Nigeria.Wike made the comment while Read more…
Fire guts section of National Assembly building
The fire was reportedly triggered by the explosion of a microwave oven that had been left unattended in the kitchen compartment of the committee room. A section of the Senate wing of the National Assembly was gutted by fire on Read more…
IMF says poverty hits 63% in Nigeria despite reform gains
•FG responds, reaffirms commitment to economic reforms International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reported that poverty in Nigeria has climbed to 63 percent of the population, even as the country records notable gains in macroeconomic stability under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Read more…
Many Injured As Podium Collapses With Governor Adeleke, Sister, Chief Of Staff Present
Some members of the Accord Party sustained varying degrees of injury on Wednesday after a podium collapsed during a campaign event attended by Osun State governor, Ademola Adeleke, his sister, Chief Modupe Adeleke-Sani, and the Chief of Staff, Kazeem Akinleye. Read more…
Terrorists attack WAEC candidates, kill vice principal, 2 others in Kogi community
Dozens of bandits invaded a secondary school in Iluke, Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State, killing a vice principal and two other persons in an attempt to abduct students. According to eyewitness accounts, the bandits stormed the community on Wednesday Read more…
NDC lawyers ask Okonkwo to retract defamatory comments against Obi
The legal wing of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has threatened to haul former actor and politician Kenneth Okonkwo before the Legal Practitioners Disciplinary Committee (LPDC), accusing him of conduct unbecoming of a lawyer following what it described as repeated and Read more…
Iran attacks Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan in retaliation for US strikes
Strikes come after US attacked Iranian ports and islands in the Strait of Hormuz over the downing of a helicopter. Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed attacks on United States military bases in Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan in Read more…
June 12: Atiku Took Part In Rotational Presidency Deal — Akume
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has said former Vice President Atiku Abubakar was among political leaders who agreed to the adoption of rotational presidency in Nigeria following the annulment of the June 12, Read more…
Tony Elemelu emerges new Seplat Energy board chairman
Renowned entrepreneur and philanthropist, Tony Elumelu, has been appointed as the incoming chairman of the board of Seplat Energy, with his tenure set to begin in January 2027. In a post shared on X on Tuesday, Elumelu expressed appreciation for the Read more…
Peter Obi threatens N5bn lawsuit against Kenneth Okonkwo
During a Channels TV’s programme reviewed by PREMIUM TIMES, Mr Okonkwo alleged that Mr Obi and South-east caucus of the NDC demanded N10 million bribe from House of Representatives aspirants in the party to secure tickets for them. The 2027 Read more…
Why Tinubu sleeps with two eyes closed – Wike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said that President Bola Tinubu sleeps with both eyes closed because of the impact of his administration’s work in the nation’s capital and across Nigeria.Wike made the comment while Read more…
Fire guts section of National Assembly building
The fire was reportedly triggered by the explosion of a microwave oven that had been left unattended in the kitchen compartment of the committee room. A section of the Senate wing of the National Assembly was gutted by fire on Read more…
Many Injured As Podium Collapses With Governor Adeleke, Sister, Chief Of Staff Present
Some members of the Accord Party sustained varying degrees of injury on Wednesday after a podium collapsed during a campaign event attended by Osun State governor, Ademola Adeleke, his sister, Chief Modupe Adeleke-Sani, and the Chief of Staff, Kazeem Akinleye. Read more…
NDC lawyers ask Okonkwo to retract defamatory comments against Obi
The legal wing of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has threatened to haul former actor and politician Kenneth Okonkwo before the Legal Practitioners Disciplinary Committee (LPDC), accusing him of conduct unbecoming of a lawyer following what it described as repeated and 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…
Marusya Ifeoma Madubuko: My life as ballet dancer in US
In a world where ballet has long been shaped by tradition and often narrow definitions of identity, a new generation of dancers is quietly but powerfully redrawing the lines. Among them is a remarkable artist, Marusya Ifeoma Madubuko, an American-Nigerian, whose Read more…
Why Tinubu sleeps with two eyes closed – Wike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said that President Bola Tinubu sleeps with both eyes closed because of the impact of his administration’s work in the nation’s capital and across Nigeria.Wike made the comment while Read more…
IMF says poverty hits 63% in Nigeria despite reform gains
•FG responds, reaffirms commitment to economic reforms International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reported that poverty in Nigeria has climbed to 63 percent of the population, even as the country records notable gains in macroeconomic stability under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Read more…
Tony Elemelu emerges new Seplat Energy board chairman
Renowned entrepreneur and philanthropist, Tony Elumelu, has been appointed as the incoming chairman of the board of Seplat Energy, with his tenure set to begin in January 2027. In a post shared on X on Tuesday, Elumelu expressed appreciation for the Read more…
Senate queries SEDC boss over N16.6bn mismanagement, gives one week ultimatum for defence
The Senate Committee on the South East Development Commission (SEDC) has asked the Managing Director of the commission, Mark Okoye, to provide a breakdown of how the N16.6 billion received from the 2025 budget was utilised. The committee, chaired by 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…