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The U.S. Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth, has announced that the number of generals and admirals in the military will be reduced by 20%. He explained that this decision is meant to promote accountability within the military leadership.
The Emir of Zazzau, Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli, has promised to support the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) in its efforts to improve the Hajj pilgrimage process. He emphasized the importance of making the Hajj experience more efficient for those participating.
The article discusses how major banks, like Société Générale and MUFG, are becoming more selective about the loans they provide for data centers, which are important for artificial intelligence development. This change is happening because the financial market is unstable and interest rates are increasing, making banks prefer safer investments ...
Peter Thiel, a billionaire investor, shared his views about the effective altruism movement on a podcast. He is critical of the movement, even comparing it to a cult, but he acknowledges that they were correct about one important thing: artificial intelligence (AI). Thiel explained that early effective altruists believed AI ...
The article discusses the qualification process for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) and focuses on Group L, which includes Nigeria's Super Eagles and Tanzania, one of the co-hosts of the tournament. It explains that only one team from this group will qualify for the tournament. This has raised ...
Flooding has displaced over 1,000 households in several communities in Osogbo, Osun State. The flood affected homes, schools, and businesses near the Osun River. The incident adds to the recent flooding in the state.
South African universities dominate the latest Times Higher Education World University Rankings for Africa. The University of Cape Town is ranked highest among African institutions in the list. The rankings show South Africa's continued dominance of the top 10 positions on the continent. The report was published by Punch.
Tanzania has officially removed Nigeria from its referral visa category. The Tanzanian immigration department announced the change following amendments to its regulations. This means Nigerian travelers will no longer be required to obtain a referral visa before traveling to Tanzania.
The article reviews the TCL QM7L SQD TV, highlighting its strong performance at a midrange price. This TV uses new Super Quantum Dot technology, which enhances color and brightness, making it competitive with more expensive models like OLED and RGB LED TVs. The QM7L impresses with excellent black levels, contrast ...
David Ellison has been named co-CEO of the new company formed by merging Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), alongside Ynon Kreiz, who was previously the CEO of Mattel. This change will take effect on October 5. Ellison has been leading Paramount alone since its merger with Skydance last year ...
The article discusses a personal journey of testing 96 pairs of high heels to find the 24 most comfortable ones for walking in, especially in a busy city like New York. The author, Samantha Crozier, enjoys wearing heels for their stylish look and confidence boost but wanted to find options ...
The article discusses the importance of creating a strong legal system to support Nigeria's art market. Nigeria has a vibrant creative economy, employing millions and producing internationally recognized music and films. However, to help the art market grow even more, it needs better legal protections and infrastructure. This would help ...
Law graduates of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) have appealed to the House of Representatives to intervene in their mobilisation to the Nigerian Law School. The graduates are seeking the intervention of the lawmakers.
The article explains Verizon's mobile plans, focusing on two main options: myPlan and Simplicity. myPlan has three tiers: Unlimited Welcome: Basic plan with unlimited talk, text, and smartphone data, but no high-speed hotspot data. Costs $65 for one line, but cheaper per line if you have more lines. Unlimited Plus: ...
The article discusses a delicious lasagna soup recipe by Ree Drummond, known as "The Pioneer Woman." This soup combines the comforting elements of lasagna with the warmth of soup, making it a great dish for chilly weather. To make the soup, you need ingredients like lasagna noodles, ground beef, pork ...
The Minister of Environment has charged charcoal merchants to embrace sustainable forestry practices. The minister said the move is to support the Federal Government's efforts to reverse deforestation. The directive was issued to stakeholders in the charcoal trade. The report was published by Punch.
The Kano State Government has employed 2,037 additional health workers to address manpower shortages in hospitals and health facilities across the state. Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf disclosed this during the presentation of appointment letters to the new recruits at the Government House in Kano. The recruitment was necessitated by the ...
Federal workers have expressed support for organised labour's demand to reduce the pump price of petrol to ₦500 per litre by September 30. In a communiqué issued after an online general meeting, the Federal Workers Forum (FWF) warned that its members are prepared to join a three-day warning strike if ...
President Bola Tinubu has signed a new law that allows the government's budget for 2025 to be used until December 2026. This means that the money planned for 2025 can still be spent next year, giving more time for the government to use those funds effectively.
Google has introduced a new AI model called Gemini 4 Argon, which is part of its effort to lead in advanced artificial intelligence. This model is designed to compete with OpenAI's AI, particularly in areas like cybersecurity and coding. Gemini 4 Argon is being tested by Google employees and is ...
The Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution and Friedrich Ebert Stiftung have called for social justice and inclusion. The two organisations said these are needed to build trust and sustain peace. The call relates to trust-building between citizens and security agencies.
The Bauchi State Police Command has rescued a 16-year-old boy, Usman Dauda, and arrested a 60-year-old suspect, Abdullahi Abubakar, in connection with an alleged abduction. The rescue followed a distress report from the boy's father on September 28, 2026, stating that his son had been abducted from Misau town to ...
The article highlights Anne Hathaway's impressive maternity fashion as she prepares for her third child. She announced her pregnancy in June 2026 and has been seen in various stylish outfits since then. The article showcases some of her best looks, including glamorous dresses and chic streetwear. Some standout outfits include ...
The number of Nigerian universities featured in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings has increased from 24 to 29. The latest edition of the global ranking includes these institutions. The top 10 Nigerian universities in the 2027 rankings have been listed.
The article tells the story of Lara Lehman, who moved back to Los Angeles at 56 after spending years in Missouri. She always dreamed of living in LA but found it too expensive to rent a place on her own. To make it work financially, she decided to share a ...
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has donated N10 million to residents of Pututa community in Lafiagi following flooding that submerged their homes. The donation is intended to provide relief to the affected residents. The flooding caused significant damage to the community.
Igbu Terhemen, the Chairman of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Fiidi Council Ward, Makurdi Local Government Area of Benue State, was reportedly killed by unknown assailants. He was attacked and left unconscious in a bush near his residence around the NNPC Depot along Makurdi-Otukpo Road. According to a friend ...
Cybernovr Limited, a top cybersecurity company, is celebrating Nigeria's independence by providing full scholarships for people who want to learn about cybersecurity. This program is designed to help learners gain important skills in protecting information online.
The Federal Government has begun construction of a new ultra-modern National Control Centre for the Nigerian Independent System Operator in Osogbo, Osun State. The new facility will replace a 64-year-old facility that no longer meets the demands of running Nigeria's grid. The groundbreaking ceremony was held for the new National ...
The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) is changing its focus. Instead of mainly paying out money when banks fail, it is now working to reduce the risks that could lead to bank failures in the first place. This means the NDIC wants to prevent problems before they happen, rather than ...
The Rivers State Government has cancelled the Independence Day parade scheduled to mark Nigeria's 66th anniversary. The cancellation follows the approach adopted by the Federal Government for this year's celebration. The state government announced the decision in line with the federal approach.
The Lagos State Government has received an additional 20 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses. At the handover ceremony in Lagos, Commissioner for Transportation Oluwaseun Osiyemi said the buses would improve public transport services on the routes where they are deployed. The buses are expected to enhance the state's public transportation ...
Amnesty International has rejected the Nigerian Police Force's claim that five men arrested in Maiduguri while wearing 'Tinubu Must Go' T-shirts were in possession of drugs. The organization described the police explanation as an attempt to justify what it called unlawful detention. The Borno State Police Command denied that the ...
President Bola Tinubu will address Nigerians on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 7 a.m. to mark the country's 66th Independence anniversary. The address is expected to be broadcast live on television, radio and other electronic media platforms. A statement advised all television and radio stations and other electronic media outlets ...
The Owa of Otan-Ayegbaju in Boluwaduro Local Government Area of Osun State, Oba Lukman Adesola Ojo-Fadipe, has appealed to Governor Ademola Adeleke to urgently intervene to prevent the total collapse of the Otan-Ayegbaju–Ila-Orangun road. During a recent inspection of the road, critical sections were found to have been severely eroded ...
President Bola Tinubu will address Nigerians on Thursday to mark the country's 66th Independence Anniversary. The address is expected to highlight the significance of the occasion.
Osun State University (UNIOSUN) has made its debut in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2027, emerging as Nigeria's highest-ranked state-owned university and securing a joint eighth position nationally. According to a statement by the University's Public Relations Officer, Ademola Adesoji, released on Wednesday, the 2027 ranking, published on ...
The Borno State Police Command has attributed the arrest and prosecution of five youths who wore T-shirts with #TinubuMustGo inscription to alleged drug possession. Police Public Relations Officer ASP Nahum Kenneth Daso said the suspects were apprehended over alleged thuggery, inciting public disturbance, and possession of illicit substances. The five ...
The Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre uncovered an international cybercrime syndicate accused of diverting N6.174 billion from the treasury collection accounts of a financial institution during a digital system migration. Assistant Inspector-General of Police Akaninyene Ezima disclosed this at a briefing in Abuja, stating that two Indian nationals linked ...
Two Nigerians living and operating in Delaware, who were also members of the United States Air Force, have been jailed for their involvement in a $2.4 million cyber fraud. The case was reported by Premium Times Nigeria. The individuals were sentenced in the United States.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will address the nation on Thursday, October 1, 2026, to mark Nigeria's 66th Independence anniversary. According to Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, the address will be delivered by 7 am. Onanuga advised all television and radio stations and other electronic ...
A cleric, Prophet Sam Olu-Alo, has urged Nigerians not to give up on the country despite its challenges, calling for prayers and renewed commitment. The appeal was made in the context of Independence Day.
The Federal Government has condemned the deaths of three Nigerians in separate incidents in South Africa between 18 and 21 September 2026. The government expressed its condemnation in a statement.
The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the remand of Adeniyi Adeyemi, a 38-year-old man accused of creating and operating a fake agency. He is to be held in Kuje prison pending further proceedings.
The Nigeria Customs Service has repatriated a rescued baby gorilla named Bili to Congo. Bili was rescued in August 2023 by Customs officers during enforcement operations against wildlife trafficking. Following the rescue, the gorilla was placed under the care of the Pandrillus Foundation in Calabar for rehabilitation.
The village head of Aujarawar Alkali in Gezawa Local Government Area of Kano State, Alhaji Ahmad Yakubu Ahmad, has been killed by his abductors. Ahmad was abducted on Tuesday, September 17, 2026, when gunmen stormed the community at night and took him away. His body was recovered after his abductors ...
The Benin branch of the Nigerian Bar Association has urged the judiciary to extend the speedy trial approach used in a special court to all criminal cases. The NBA made this call to improve the efficiency of the justice system. The association believes that adopting a faster approach will enhance ...
The Delta State Police Command has arrested Mrs. Clementina Ufuoma Ojumah, Director of Exams and Standards in the Ministry of Secondary Education, in connection with the death of Deputy Director Mr. Unity Ekwevugbe Adeda. This brings the total number of persons in custody to six. The deceased's community, Otovwodo in ...
Lawyer Sir Ifeanyi Ejiofor has called for equal application of professional disciplinary standards in the legal profession, stating there should be no 'sacred cow' in the fight against unethical conduct, regardless of whether those involved are ordinary lawyers or Senior Advocates of Nigeria. He made the call while commenting on ...
Vice President Kashim Shettima stated that Nigeria cannot afford to gamble with its energy security. He emphasized the importance of reliable electricity for the nation's development. Shettima made these remarks while addressing issues in the power sector.
The Federal Government has ruled out a return to the petrol subsidy regime, stating that President Bola Tinubu's reforms were necessary to save Nigeria from imminent collapse. Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, made this declaration at the 66th Independence Anniversary Lecture in Abuja. He said ...
The Kano anti-graft agency has arrested a suspect, Tasiu Adamu Maje, over the alleged illegal sale and leasing of a government-owned horse stable for N4.5 million. The arrest was made as part of the agency's efforts to combat corruption. The suspect is accused of involvement in the illegal transaction.
Governor Sanwo-Olu has urged Nigerians to uphold patriotism and the nation's founding values as the country marks its 66th Independence anniversary. He implored citizens to demonstrate patriotism not only through celebrations of national milestones but also in their everyday actions that strengthen social cohesion. The governor emphasized the importance of ...
The Nigeria Customs Service has repatriated a rescued baby gorilla to the Republic of Congo. According to the Deputy Comptroller of Customs and Customs National Public Relations Officer, the operation is the Service's first international full-cycle wildlife operation, covering interception, rescue, rehabilitation, and repatriation. The baby gorilla was rescued and ...
Nigeria's Muhammad Bello Bala-Shagari has been elected Chairperson of the Non-Aligned Movement Youth Organization (NAMYO) for the 2026–2029 term. Bala-Shagari won after a competitive four-round election held in Baku, Azerbaijan, defeating candidates from Qatar, Tanzania, Uganda, and Uzbekistan. In the final round, he secured 39 votes out of 58 cast ...
The Federal Government has commenced a national ranking of Nigerian universities using 22 performance indicators. The ranking is part of efforts to improve the quality of tertiary education in the country.
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has launched an enforcement operation to dislodge illegal street traders occupying road corridors and walkways around Tafawa Balewa Square, Costain Under Bridge, and the National Theatre axis. The operation was carried out in collaboration with the Kick Against Indiscipline (KAI) Corps. LAWMA Managing Director ...
The Federal Government has commenced construction of a new National Control Centre in Osogbo, Osun State. The facility will replace the existing 64-year-old centre and is intended to improve monitoring, coordination, and stability of Nigeria's electricity grid. The project aims to strengthen grid reliability.
A Lagos court has sentenced a Chinese woman, Kiaon, to two years in prison for drug trafficking. The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) charged her with being caught with 31 kilograms of cannabis sativa on her arrival in Nigeria through the Murtala Muhammed International Airport Ikeja Lagos on 17th ...
Staff and students of the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) prevented an attempt by policemen to arrest the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Joshua Ogunwole, at his residence in Ado-Ekiti on Wednesday. The policemen arrived at the Vice-Chancellor's official residence around 6:10am, according to Prof. Ogunwole, who said his children woke him up after ...
Prophet James Omitade, Founder and General Overseer of Holy Trinity Authority Prophetic Church International, Ado Ekiti, has attributed Nigeria's poor governance, poverty, and suffering to endemic corruption and greediness. In a message commemorating Nigeria's 66th independence anniversary, he noted that patriotism promoted by the founding fathers has diminished, leading to ...
A Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday remanded Adeniyi Adeyemi, the alleged Director-General of the purported Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC), at Kuje Correctional Centre. The court gave the ruling after Adeyemi pleaded not guilty to an eight-count charge of conspiracy, forgery and impersonation. He was arraigned before ...
Nigerian workers have threatened to commence a three-day warning strike starting Friday if President Bola Tinubu does not address their demands regarding high petrol prices and minimum wage. The workers called on the President to address these issues in his national broadcast on Thursday marking Nigeria's 66th Independence Day. The ...
The Medical Director of the Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital, Kaduna, Dr Aishatu Armaya'u, has disclosed that about half of the patients receiving treatment at the hospital are cases linked to substance abuse. She made the disclosure on Wednesday at a media engagement and the launch of the hospital's digital innovation initiatives ...
Jordan Nyesom-Wike, son of the FCT Minister, has denied receiving $2.1m for an Abuja land deal. He told a court that his signature was forged. The case involves allegations of fraud related to the land transaction. The matter is before the court.
A Federal High Court in Abuja has remanded Adeniyi Adeyemi, the alleged Director-General of a purported presidential council, in Kuje prison. He was remanded over charges of forgery and impersonation. The case is ongoing.
The Federal Government has stated that it cannot afford to gamble with Nigeria's energy security, describing it as an integral part of the country's national economic security. Vice President Kashim Shettima made this statement at the groundbreaking ceremony of the new Ultra-Modern National Control Centre building project in Osogbo, Osun ...
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has called on citizens to support efforts to sustain national unity and progress as Nigeria marks its 66th independence anniversary. The Director-General, Lanre Issa-Onilu, made the call in a message, describing independence from colonial rule as a defining milestone. He urged citizens to work together ...
The Nigeria Labour Congress has called for the immediate constitution of a tripartite committee to negotiate a new national minimum wage. The demand was made in connection with Independence Day. The NLC is pressing for fresh talks on the minimum wage.
The Military High Command announced that troops of the Armed Forces of Nigeria killed 554 terrorists and criminals in the third quarter. The troops also rescued 1,736 kidnap victims during the same period. The figures were disclosed by the Defence Headquarters on Wednesday.
Borno State police have clarified the reasons behind the arrest of five men wearing 'Tinubu Must Go' T-shirts. According to the police, the arrests were not solely due to the T-shirts but also involved alleged thuggery and drug possession. The clarification comes amid public attention on the case.
The Ondo State Government has intensified efforts to establish a sustainable, government-owned response to HIV/AIDS, as stakeholders in the health sector reviewed the state's programme performance and implementation gaps. The review was conducted during a two-day State Annual Programme Performance Review Meeting held in Akure and supported by APIN Public ...
A court has ordered that Adeyemi be remanded in Kuje prison over allegations related to a fake agency. Court documents list witnesses in the case, including the Chief of Staff to the President, Mr Femi Gbajabiamila, as well as Paul Emmanuel, Jeremiah Imoukhede and Ituah Sylvester. The case is ongoing.
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has expressed concern over the worsening economic hardship facing Nigerians and called on the Federal Government to take urgent measures to reduce the cost of living, including an immediate reduction in the price of petrol. In an Independence Day statement issued by its President, Joe ...
The Universal Basic Education Commission has renovated 287 schools and more than 4,000 classrooms nationwide. The commission has also commenced the implementation of related projects. The renovation work forms part of efforts to improve basic education infrastructure across the country.
A FlyDubai pilot stabbed a colleague and attempted to crash a plane carrying 170 Israelis and others. The aircraft transmitted emergency codes, including the international 7500 code indicating unlawful interference or a possible hijacking, before switching to a general emergency signal as it approached Saudi Arabia. The incident is under ...
The Benin Branch of the Nigerian Bar Association has called for a faster and more efficient criminal justice system in Nigeria. The association urged the judiciary to expedite the trials of kidnapping cases in Edo State and across the country. The NBA emphasized the need for swift justice delivery to ...
Orodata Science has raised concerns about persistent infrastructure, water supply, staffing, and accessibility challenges affecting primary healthcare centres across Nigeria. The organization highlighted these issues at a town hall meeting in Lagos where the PHC Operational Capability Report 2026 was discussed. The Country Director, John Eromosele, noted that many facilities ...
The Federal Government has declared Thursday a public holiday to mark Independence Day. In a statement, Tunji-Ojo noted that peace and stability are essential to national development. He urged Nigerians to emulate the country's founding fathers by demonstrating commitment to the nation's progress.