“He lived opposite a police station. When he needed them the most, they were nowhere to be found.” The family of a 31-year-old filmmaker and […]
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Ondo governor approves automatic jobs for seven NYSC awardees, rewards teachers, students
The governor said the gesture reflects his administration’s commitment to retaining exceptional talents and strengthening the state’s human capital. Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has […]
Ndidi suffers injury ahead of Europa League Qualifier
Turkish giants confirmed the injury in an official statement released on Tuesday after the Nigerian midfielder underwent medical examinations. Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi has […]
NHRC sets up committee on climate-driven human rights violations
The NHRC said the committee’s inauguration became necessary as “climate change is no longer just an environmental issue. It is a human rights issue.” The […]
Gunmen kidnap two farmers in Ondo
A relative of one of the victims said the kidnap incident happened on Saturday. Two farmers have been kidnapped by suspected gunmen at the Oke-Ifira/Idogun […]
Cost of preparing pot of jollof rice up 14.6% in 11 months – Report
According to the report, consumers across the country are responding in similar ways: buying in smaller quantities, substituting fresh produce with dried or processed alternatives, […]
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 […]
US bombs Iran for 11th consecutive night
The Secretary of State, Pete Hegeseth, has also requested an urgent $87bn in funding for the Pentagon from Congress. The US, on Tuesday night, continued […]
‘The pain is so great’: Messi breaks silence after World Cup Final heartbreak
Despite the crushing disappointment, the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner also urged supporters to appreciate what the current Argentina squad has achieved, having reached consecutive FIFA […]
LP confident in presidential, ticket, says female running mate reflects commitment to inclusion, social justice
The party said the emergence of Mrs Konto as the party’s vice presidential candidate was consistent with the Labour Party’s philosophy of “Mama, Papa, Pikin,” […]
Nigeria arrested suspected terrorists while 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 […]
Court orders EFCC to arrest Abuja realtor for skipping hearing in land fraud trial
The judge gave the order after Mrs Godwin-Isaac failed to appear in court for the continuation of the criminal proceedings against her. The Federal High […]