Nigeria’s growing reliance on medical tourism is being driven, in part, by strained relationships between doctors and patients, as well as gaps in infrastructure, according to UK-based physician Tokunbo Fasuyi. He said many Nigerians increasingly seek healthcare abroad not only…

Actress and filmmaker Ini Edo has appealed to the National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB), the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), and the general public to refrain from taking punitive action against her film, “A Very Dirty Christmas.” PREMIUM…

Singer Oluwafemi Oladipo, popularly known as Slimcase, has issued a public apology to the Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) after unauthorised use of the agency’s uniform and truck for a video content. LAWMA is the agency responsible for waste…

American rapper Nicki Minaj has explained why she has repeatedly spoken publicly about the alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria, citing her personal ties to the country and concerns raised by reports of attacks on worshippers. Ms Minaj, 42, made…

The founder of the Mountain of Liberation and Miracle Ministry, Lagos, Chris Okafor, has responded to the criticism that followed his wedding to his wife, Pearl. PREMIUM TIMES reported that Mr Okafor married Pearl amid allegations by actress Doris Ogala,…

The General Manager of Plateau Tourism Corporation, Chuwang Pwajok, states that 20,000 tourists are expected to attend the Christmas family funfair in Jos. Mr Pwajok told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in Jos that the 10-day funfair…

American rapper and record producer Trevor Smith, popularly known as Busta Rhymes, has expressed his desire to raise a family in Nigeria. Grammy-nominated rapper, who has been a Muslim since he was 12, has six children: three sons (born in…

Nigerian billionaire and BUA Group Chairman, Abdulsamad Rabiu, has offered a rare glimpse into his private lifestyle after he shared a video of himself cruising on a luxury speedboat in Lagos. In the short video shared on his official Instagram…

The founder of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Babatunde Ayodele, has released his prophecies for 2026, outlining predictions on Nigeria’s politics, the 2027 general election, the economy, security, sports and global affairs. The cleric unveiled the forecasts on Saturday at…

Afrobeats heavyweights Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, and Ahmed Ololade, better known as Asake, have shared their views on the future use of Artificial Intelligence in music and video production.  The duo declared their positions in an interview on…

2025 has been a strong year for Nollywood. From hard-hitting crime thrillers like ‘To Kill a Monkey’ and ‘Herd’, to feel-good romantic comedies such as ‘Love in Every Word’, and epic spectacles like Lisabi, the industry has delivered back-to-back films…

The Recording Academy has announced Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo Kuti as a Special Merit Awards honoree at the 2026 Grammy Awards, nearly three decades after his death. Fela, who died on 2 August 1997, will be honoured with a Lifetime…

Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Federal Road Maintenance Agency and lawmaker representing Ibarapa East/Ido federal constituency of Oyo State, Aderemi Oseni, calls for improved FERMA funding to tackle the challenges of poor roads network in the country, and efforts…

TikToker Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, has apologised to his followers and Nigerians, following his arrest and detention by Lagos State Police Command for an alleged suicide attempt. PREMIUM TIMES reported that the Lagos State Police Command arrested and…

The brutal killing of 10-year-old Yaseer Mustapha after his abduction in Mariga LGA has exposed Niger State’s deepening insecurity. Petty crimes have evolved into deadly attacks, forcing Governor Mohammed Bago to impose a dusk-to-dawn curfew with mixed results, reports CHIKA…