As Graham Platner wrapped up his campaign for the Maine Democratic Senate nomination Tuesday, he ended it the way he began: by taking aim at […]
Year: 2026
A Woman In-Charge Of UN? Candidates Say "After 80 Years, About Time"
It is high time a woman took charge of the United Nations, argued three of the candidates in the running to take over as secretary-general, […]
ACCI Seeks Suspension of Senate-approved Sugar Tax
• Says proposed levy will inflict economic burden on businesses, impact investments, jobs, others • Reschedules AGROMEQA Expo 2026 to November to allow wider stakeholder […]
“This one can sell his twin brother to bandits” – Mixed reactions as Peter Okoye blames reunion with Psquare for his slow media growth
Nigerian music star Peter Okoye has blamed Psquare reunion for his slow social media growth. In a recent interview, he said his account previously experienced […]
US-Canada Bridge Threatened By Trump To Open This Week: Mark Carney
Prime Minister Mark Carney said Tuesday a new bridge connecting Canada and the United States that President Donald Trump had threatened to block will open […]
Desmond Kiago: Family of club owner allegedly killed by bouncer after quarrel demands justice
Desmond Kiago Mahugo was trying to restore peace at his workplace when he was allegedly attacked and stabbed by a bouncer His friends intervened when […]
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 […]
Sanwo-Olu, Hamzat, Policymakers Lead Govt’s Drive for Investments in Lagos State
• LASG courts global capital with fresh opportunities in infrastructure, tourism Segun James The Lagos State Government, yesterday, reinforced its ambition to become Africa’s leading […]
Xenophobia: These African countries have repatriated their citizens from South Africa
At least five African countries have repatriated citizens or are working towards repatriation from South Africa. Relations between South Africa and other African countries, including […]
UPDATED: NDC crisis continues as party says it has no list of candidates yet
NDC spokesperson, in his statement shared on X, was responding to the crisis rocking the Kano State chapter of the NDC and across Nigeria. The […]
Warri Delineation: Mulade Commends Gov Oborevwori for Brokering Peace, Urges INEC to Prevent Fresh Crisis
Sylvester Idowu in Warri By Ug Aliogu Niger Delta Rights Activist, Chief Sheriff Mulade, has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to urgently […]
Lagos at the Centre of Nigeria’s Growth Story
By Gboyega Akosile The latest Phillips Consulting State Performance Index places Lagos at the summit of Nigeria’s state rankings, reaffirming the state’s position as the […]
ITH Holdings, OED Foundation Support FACADO Orphanage, Sponsor Education of 14 Children
Sunday Ehigiator ITH Holdings and the OED Foundation recently extended support to the Fatherless and Motherless Children Aid Organization (FACADO) in Abuja, providing financial assistance […]
Moghalu Calls for Constitutional Overhaul, Regional Governance to Strengthen Nigeria
Funmi Ogundare Former presidential candidate and political economist, Prof. Kingsley Moghalu, on Monday called for a fundamental restructuring of Nigeria’s constitutional framework, arguing that the […]
Petrol attendant who helped woman deliver baby gets KSh 527k boost to join college, become parademic
At 21, Chevaan Abrahams delivered a baby during a night shift as a petrol attendant, showcasing courage and compassion, embodying the spirit of future paramedics […]
“It Carries Risks” — IMF Warns Nigeria Against Proposed $5bn First Abu Dhabi Bank Loan, Urges Eurobond, Concessional Funding Options
The International Monetary Fund, IMF, has advised the Federal Government to exercise caution over its proposed $5 billion loan arrangement with First Abu Dhabi Bank, […]
US launches ‘proportional’ strikes on Iran over downed helicopter
2 min readJun 10, 2026 08:59 AM IST In retaliation for the downing of an Apache helicopter by Tehran over the Strait of Hormuz, the […]
“Bail Must Not Become Punishment” — Court Of Appeal Rules Excessive Cash Deposit Bail Conditions Violate Presumption Of Innocence And Defeat Purpose Of Bail
*Says Bail Must Not Be Used as Restitution, Compensation or Punishment, and Rules That Conditions So Onerous They Cannot Be Fulfilled Are “Indistinguishable from a […]
Iran Strikes US Navy's 5th Fleet After Attacks Over Apache Chopper Downing
Tehran: The US military has launched strikes against Iran in response to the Iranian forces downing a US Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz, […]
'Help, Ship Is Sinking': Indian Crew's Distress Call After US Missile Attack
New Delhi: An audio clip has surfaced from a vessel that was attacked by the US Navy off the coast of Oman on Monday, with one […]