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Terrorists kidnap nine passengers, injure three in separate attacks on Kogi-Kwara highway

Nigeria, Oct. 26 -- Terrorists, locally known as bandits, have kidnapped nine passengers and injured three other people, including a commercial driver, in separate attacks on a highway connecting Kogi... Read More


Christian genocide and the danger of mischaracterisation, By Femi Fani-Kayode

Nigeria, Oct. 26 -- There is no one in Nigeria who has spoken up for the rights of Christians, against their marginalisation and persecution, and warned about the reality and dangers of Islamic fundam... Read More


Benue govt, family bid farewell to political science professor Elaigwu amid tears

Nigeria, Oct. 26 -- There was a solemn atmosphere at Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State as family members of renowned academic, Isawa Elaigwu, a political science professor, gathered to bid h... Read More


MOVIE REVIEW: 'Farmer's Bride' intrigues with spellbinding narrative

Nigeria, Oct. 26 -- Title: Farmer's Bride Released Date: 17 October 2025 Director: Adebayo Tijani and Jack'enneth Opukeme Cast: Gbubemi Ejeye as Funmi, Femi Branch as Odun, Tobi Bakre, Mercy Aigbe,... Read More


Midnight demolition hits Oworonshoki in Lagos

Nigeria, Oct. 26 -- Residents of Ojulari in Oworonshoki, Lagos, reported that demolition teams returned late Saturday night to pull down houses in their community, and operations continued into Sunday... Read More


ANALYSIS: Is Lagos the New Silicon Valley of Africa?

Nigeria, Oct. 26 -- Lagos, the frenetic coastal megacity where yellow buses jostle with tech hubs and skyscrapers shadow informal markets, is fast becoming shorthand for Africa's startup moment. Over ... Read More


SOS: Economic and financial collusion commission, By Sonala Olumhense

Nigeria, Oct. 26 -- In October 2023, a remarkable event occurred in the Nigerian National Assembly (NASS). It was a citizen presenting the most eloquent testimony against corruption to the Senate. "L... Read More


Nigerian governor orders road repairs after PREMIUM TIMES report

Nigeria, Oct. 26 -- Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has ordered an immediate assessment and repair of potholes across the Uyo metropolis following a PREMIUM TIMES report. This newspaper reported ... Read More


Nigeria's removal from FATF grey list marks boost for financial credibility - CBN

Nigeria, Oct. 26 -- Nigeria's removal from the Financial Action Task Force's (FATF) grey list marks a significant milestone in restoring confidence in the country's financial system, the Central Bank ... Read More


FIFA U17 Women's World Cup: Flamingos soar past Samoa to reach Round of 16

Nigeria, Oct. 26 -- Nigeria's Flamingos have stormed into the Round of 16 at the ongoing FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco after a commanding 4-0 victory over Samoa in Rabat on Saturday night. N... Read More