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Lille coach Davide Ancelotti says containing Victor Osimhen will take a team effort as Galatasaray seek their first Champions League win against his former club.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has rolled out the list of jobs foreigners can apply for in 2026, as well as those they were restricted from. You should see the list.
Adron Homes has inaugurated new executives of the Adron Homes Property Owners and Residents Associations (AHPORA) for the Uptown and Downtown zones of Treasure Park & Gardens Phase 2 Extension,
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has expressed sadness over the deaths of Chief Reuben Fasoranti, former Afenifere leader, and Dr Emmanuel Uduaghan, former Delta governor. Obasanjo described Fasoranti as one of the last surviving titans of a generation that laid the foundation for modern Nigeria through selfless service, sacrifice and unwavering ...
Death is a fact of life, no living thing exists forever, not even nature itself, for it is written that even the best and the brightest, shall pass to the Great Beyond, to become one with Nature and the Grand Architect, to be remembered on this side of the Divide ...
Malta has set out conditions foreigners must meet to qualify for permanent residence after five years. Find out the requirements applicants need to satisfy.
Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar has expressed sadness at the death of elder statesman and Afenifere leader Pa Reuben Fasoranti, who died at
Mr Kaseya also urged partners to provide immediate funding, medical supplies, diagnostics and trained emergency responders.
…Chinda Pledges Peace The Rivers State Commissioner of Police, Olugbenga Adepoju, has warned political parties and governorship candidates against inflammatory statements that could trigger tension and electoral violence ahead of
…Recover guns, 21 phones, laptops The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested 11 suspects linked to armed robbery and ‘one-chance’ operations in Abuja. Police recovered three locally made
Court of Appeal has sacked an APC senatorial candidate who is also a sitting senator in the National Assembly and issued a strong order. You need to read the details
By Adegboyega Adeleye The National Chairman of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has described President Bola Tinubu as a failure, alleging that the president has nothing to say to Nigerians as the 2027 general election approaches. Baba-Ahmed made the remarks during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today ...
Okan Buruk warns Victor Osimhen and Galatasaray that their Champions League clash with Lille begins a decisive five-match run after two defeats in the group.
By Kingsley Omonobi The United Kingdom has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening its longstanding defence and security partnership with Nigeria, with renewed focus on military cooperation, professional military education, institutional capacity building and enhanced operational effectiveness. Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba said the commitment was reiterated when ...
Davido and Chioma react as Sharon Adeleke celebrates her first GLAMOUR South Africa magazine feature and shares her entrepreneurial journey on social media
The US Department of Homeland Security has updated a list of over 500 courses, allowing students to extend post-study work authorization to three years.
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori described former Governor Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan as a leader whose contributions to the state would remain indelible, pledging to ensure his legacy is never forgotten. Oborevwori spoke
By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta The Ogun State House of Assembly has thrown its weight behind the proposed establishment of state police, passing a resolution in support of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (Sixth Alteration) Bill, 2026. The resolution, titled “H.R. No. 194/OG/2025 – Consideration of the ...
… As Presidency unveils regional climate marketplace, plans training for 10,000 youths … Seeks international partnerships, investments in renewable energy, climate resilience The Federal Government has unveiled an ambitious initiative
It warned that multiple registration requirements, duplicative approvals and conflicting enforcement decisions could increase compliance costs, create regulatory...
Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt Hon Tajudeen Abbas on Tuesday, reaffirmed the commitment of the 10th Assembly to
Chioma Adeleke reacts with a powerful, quiet tribute after her husband Davido marks their late son Ifeanyi’s 7th posthumous birthday on October 20, 2026.
As part of the conditions of the suspension, Oba Akinyemi has been directed to vacate the palace and refrain from entering it throughout the period of his suspension.
.Says Nigeria’ll sorely miss his voice of wisdom, moral authority, fatherly counsel Deji Elumoye in Abuja President Bola Tinubu has paid glowing tribute to the late Afenifere leader, Pa Reuben Fasoranti, who died on Tuesday at the age of 100.The President, in a tribute signed by him described the patriarch ...
A major core northern state governor has explained why one of his predecessor is not entitled to getting pension in the state. You need to see the governor's reason.
Tompolo urged the people of the two states to vote massively for President Tinubu because of his performance.
The third FSSAM meeting of 2026 reaffirmed the importance of a shared approach to Nigeria’s security. We must now carry that approach into the places where people live and work. Its success will be evident in institutions that respond more effectively, communities that can participate with confidence, and improvements in ...
James Dahl, Master of Wellington College, a British independent school founded in the 1850s, speaks with Ruth Imafidon and Charles
By Folarin Kehinde The Federal Government and Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Limited have signed a final settlement to end a nearly 20-year dispute over MMA2, paving the way for renewed revenue generation and the completion of abandoned hotel and conference centre projects in Lagos. Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus ...
The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, has warned staff against political pressure, financial inducements and intimidation ahead of the 2027 general elections. Amupitan gave the warning during a readiness assessment visit to Enugu State, where he engaged with staff and assessed the commission’s level ...
An elderly person authorises a bank transfer, hands control of an account to a trusted relative, or responds to a
Australia offers a free Special Purpose visa to eligible people in specific categories. Check the six groups covered and find out whether you qualify.
By Efe Onodjae & Ogochukwu Agha Data depletion and poor network quality dominated discussions at the 95th edition of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) Telecom Consumer Parliament, as telecommunications operators acknowledged the need to improve service delivery, transparency and communication with subscribers. The forum brought together representatives of mobile network ...
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed sadness over the news of the passing of Pa Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, who died at the age of 100. The President in a statement he personally signed described Pa Fasoranti as “our father, patriarch, elder statesman, and foremost Afenifere leader.” He said on behalf ...
The councils are to dedicate 10% of their monthly allocations to gratuities with effect from October
As a leader of Afẹnifẹre, he represented a vital link with the movement's founding vision and traditions. His wisdom, moral authority and institutional memory will be sorely missed...
By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta The Ogun State Police Command has rescued 11 Ghanaian nationals allegedly held against their will in Sagamu, Ogun State, after being lured to Nigeria with promises of Canadian and Spanish visas in a suspected international fraud scheme involving about ₦50.27 million. The victims, comprising seven males ...
The court heard arguments for and against Mr Emefiele’s no-case submission in the alleged contract corruption and fraudulent $6.23 million CBN withdrawal trial.
By Daniel Abia, P/Harcourt No fewer than 10 persons were alleged to have died after a community boat reportedly capsized during a confrontation between residents and security operatives over an oil spill at Oil Mining Lease (OML) 55 in Kula, Akuku Tory Local Government Area of Rivers State. It was ...
Following the debate, Speaker Abbas Tajudeen referred the bills to the relevant standing committees for further legislative consideration.
He was directed to vacate the palace and refrain from entering it throughout the suspension period.
… Shettima demands implementation blueprint, targets expansion of dry-season farming nationwide … Tinubu directs review of agricultural challenges as fed govt moves to strengthen coordination with states, LGs The Federal
The Chairman of the union in the FCT, Mr. Knabayi Adalo, announced the suspension in a communique issued in Abuja on Tuesday.
Former Arsenal forward Serge Gnabry has thrown his weight behind Bayern Munich teammate Harry Kane to deservedly win the 2026 Ballon d'Or days before the award.
…says ruling party ready for Saturday’s campaign flag-off in Kaduna …ss Yari promises issue-based campaign, says APC will showcase Tinubu’s achievements without insults The National Chairman of the All Progressives
President Bola Tinubu has mourned the death of Afenifere leader, Pa Reuben Fasoranti, describing the late elder statesman as a symbol of integrity, discipline and commitment to Nigeria’s unity and progress. Tinubu, in a condolence statement personally issued on Tuesday, extended his sympathies to the Fasoranti family, the people of ...
Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Pa Reuben Fasoranti, leader of the pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation Afenifere, describing him as a patriot and statesman whose
A stakeholders’ meeting was held on Monday in Port Harcourt to define practical strategies for implementing the report, aimed at expanding local manufacturing capacity, empowering indigenous enterprises, and reducing reliance on imported components
Gunmen have reportedly killed a personnel of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and abducted a businessman in Pushit community, Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State. The killing and abduction occurred at about 9:30 p.m. on Monday. Residents of the community and relatives of the deceased narrated ...
As political parties commence campaigns ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Grand Patron of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (PBAT) Door-to-Door Movement, High Chief Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, has provided 52 vehicles to support grassroots mobilisation for the President’s re-election bid in Ondo and Gombe states. The ...
…as PDP conclude plans to convene SEC over chairman”s exit By Ike Uchechukwu, CALABAR The ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, in Cross River State has thrown its doors open to Mr Vena Ikem, the former state chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, days after he quit the opposition party’s ...
Recall that PREMIUM TIMES earlier reported that the 20 prospective NYSC members were released on 7 October, exactly one week after they were abducted on 1 October.
The Senate has made a major pronouncement on the recent appointment made by President Bola Tinubu. You need to read details of the action of the Senate.
She emphasised that President Bola Tinubu was pursuing an agenda focused on strengthening health systems, expanding access to essential services, improving healthcare financing, revitalising primary healthcare and advancing UHC nationwide.
The Ogun State House of Assembly has passed a resolution supporting the consideration of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (Sixth Alteration) Bill, 2026, which seeks to establish State Police Services. The resolution, titled “H.R. No. 194/OG/2025 Consideration of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria ...
By Ike Uchechukwu, CALABAR The Cross River State House of Assembly, on Tuesday, threw its weight behind the creation of state police, passing the Constitution (Sixth Alteration) Bill, 2026, with all 22 members present voting in favour and none against, as lawmakers pushed for a decentralised policing system to tackle ...
He said that the NLC would set up a dedicated monitoring committee tasked with enforcing the agreed terms within specified timelines.
The Comptroller-General of Customs, Dr Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, said on Tuesday that using intelligence, data, and joint patrols with international neighbours, rather than sealing borders, is a more effective way
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has suspended the Eselu of Iselu Kingdom in Yewa North Local Government Area, Oba Akintunde Akinyemi, with immediate effect over alleged partisan political activities. The suspension was conveyed in a letter dated October 20, 2026, signed by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs ...
The residence of Pa Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, the foremost leader of the pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation Afenifere, has been thrown into mourning after his death at 100. Political figures, Afenifere leaders,
.Submitted along with 29 consequential amendment bills for legislative drafting review Deji Elumoye in Abuja The Presidency on Tuesday disclosed that the draft of the 2026 National Policing Bill is ready.Chief of Staff to the President and Chairman of the Presidential Working Group on the National Policing Bill, Hon Femi ...
The Federal Government has reportedly commenced contact tracing after a suspected imported case of Ebola disease was identified in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), with 44 close contacts said to have been identified. Below are 20 things you should know about Ebola: Ebola is caused by a virus. It is ...
He said narcotics affect American communities more tangibly than...
The Awolowo family and the management of African Newspapers of Nigeria (ANN) Plc, publishers of the Tribune titles, have mourned the death of Afenifere leader, Chief Reuben Fasoranti, describing him as one of the last titans of the Awolowo political tradition. The Chairman of ANN Plc and head of the ...
Monthly remittances from Nigerians abroad are nearing $1 billion, the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has disclosed. NiDCOM said in a statement on Tuesday that the increase underscores the Diaspora’s
The vice chairman of The Apostolic Church Nigeria, LAWMNA Territory, Pastor Amos Geoffery, has called on the church to do more to tackle insecurity and kidnappings in Nigeria. Geoffery said
The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has called on relevant authorities to revisit the unresolved assassination of renowned journalist, Dele Giwa, insisting that the passage of 40 years must not extinguish the quest for justice. Giwa, a co-founder of Newswatch magazine and one of Nigeria’s most influential journalists, was killed ...
… Gbajabiamila-led committee proposes federal, state police services under new policing structure … Justice Ministry to return validated bills by October 30 ahead of presentation to President The Federal Government
By Olasunkanmi Akoni Lagos State Governor and Chairman of the South-West Governors’ Forum, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has mourned the death of the leader of the pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, Pa Reuben Fasoranti, describing his passing as the end of an era. Fasoranti, a respected elder statesman and educationist, died on ...
Wizkid's daughter Morayo recently showed signs of inheriting her father's musical flair, and the internet has taken notice as they celebrate her online
… Says late Afenifere leader predicted his victory during 2022 visit to Akure … Regrets elder statesman won’t witness his second term, hails contributions to democracy President Bola Ahmed Tinubu
Ebola virus is a dangerous virus that causes Ebola virus disease (EVD), a serious infectious illness that can be fatal. The virus can spread from infected animals to humans and from one infected person to another through direct contact with infected blood and other bodily fluids. Ebola can cause fever ...
Dr Taiwo Fasoranti, the elder son of the late Pa Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, foremost leader of the Pan-Yoruba social-political organisation Afenifere, has disclosed that his father died ‘peacefully in his
… Commends Ewuare II’s efforts to recover stolen Benin artefacts, preserve ancient heritage … Celebrates monarch at 73, describes him as symbol of wisdom, integrity, royal dignity President Bola Ahmed
The benchmark index rose to 245,911.13 points from 245,278.34 points recorded in...
By Henry Umoru ABUJA: Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele (APC, Ekiti Central), has described the death of the national leader of Afenifere, Pa Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, at the age of 100 as a great loss to Nigeria, saying the country has lost a patriot par excellence. Bamidele, in a statement ...
It said the suspension was in the interest of peace, order and good governance in...
Australia has published a list of 59 repealed visas that foreigners can no longer apply for. Check the full list to see which visa options have been discontinued.
By Dayo Johnson, Akure Former presidential aspirant and convener of the YesWeFit Revolutionary Movement, Dr Thomas-Wilson Ikubese, has mourned the death of Afenifere leader, Pa Reuben Fasoranti, saying the gap left by the elder statesman would be difficult to fill. In a statement issued on Tuesday night in Akure, Ikubese ...
The Director-General of OEQA, Sulaimon Ogunmuyiwa, highlighted the agency’s enormous responsibility, noting that it oversees approximately 15,293 schools and 162,000 teachers across Lagos State.