A Nigerian man, Olusegun Adejorin, has been convicted by a federal jury for defrauding two charitable organisations located in Maryland and New York in the United States. The Nigerian, after a six-day trial, was convicted of wire fraud, aggravated identity…

Lagos-based journalist Friday Alefia was released from detention on Friday after 22 days behind bars, PREMIUM TIMES can report. Mr Alefia’s release followed delays in meeting the stringent bail conditions set by the Federal High Court in Abuja. Speaking shortly…

The Pan Niger Delta Forum, PANDEF, has thrown its weight behind the ongoing oil and gas sector reforms, particularly within the regulatory arms of the sector. PANDEF said it was thrilled by news of the developments, which it believes would…

Rising singer and songwriter, Onu Olisaemeka, aka Liseh, has released his debut Extended Play album titled ‘Ready Uh Not’; marking a significant milestone in his musical career. The five-track project is a fusion of afrobeats, alternative sounds, and rap, reflecting…

President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, and Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, have assured Nigerians of sustained legislative–executive cooperation and fiscal discipline as President Bola Tinubu on Friday presented the ₦58 trillion 2026 Appropriation Bill to a…

President Bola Tinubu on Friday cautioned state governors that he could issue an Executive Order to enforce direct funding for local governments if they fail to comply with a recent Supreme Court judgment granting financial autonomy to the third tier…

Nottingham Forest manager Sean Dyche has revealed that Super Eagles defender Ola Aina is still some way off full fitness despite making progress in his recovery from a hamstring injury, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The 29-year-old has been sidelined for…

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nentawe Yilwatda, has dismissed opposition criticism of the ruling party, saying recent political realignments across the country underscore the APC’s growing national appeal and organisational strength. Speaking at the party’s National…

Uchechigeme Anyanwụụtụtụ Okwu-Kanu, wife of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, has recounted the events surrounding her husband’s abduction in 2009. In a social media post on Thursday, Okwu-Kanu said both she and Kanu had…

The National Film and Video Censors Board has requested actress and filmmaker, Ini Edo, to modify the title of her film, ‘A Very Dirty Christmas’. The Board, in a statement issued by the Executive Director and CEO of the NFVCB,…

President Bola Tinubu on Friday warned state governors that he may be compelled to issue an Executive Order to ensure direct allocations to local governments if they fail to comply with a Supreme Court ruling affirming financial autonomy for Nigeria’s…

President Bola Tinubu has described his journey to the presidency as a challenging path marked by numerous obstacles, attributing his success to perseverance and divine guidance. Speaking at the 15th National Executive Committee meeting of the All Progressives Congress in…

Governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress have again expressed strong confidence in President Bola Tinubu, declaring that the country’s economy was on the brink of collapse when he assumed office in May 2023. The governors said…

Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has restated “his long-standing position” that he will retire from active politics after he is done with the governorship. Mr Otti insisted that he has no presidential, vice presidential or senatorial ambition, according to…

The chairman of Birnin Kudu local government area in Jigawa State has ordered the clearing of all researved grazing areas with thick bushes suspected to be used as hideouts by criminal elements across the area. The order was issued by…