Exclusive

Publication

Byline

LG autonomy yielding dividends of democracy in Kwara - Local government chairmen

Nigeria, Sept. 25 -- The 16 local government chairpersons in Kwara State marked their first anniversary in office on Thursday, praising the impact of local government autonomy on their performances. ... Read More


Benue govt launches mechanised farming pilot scheme, supports 10 clusters

Nigeria, Sept. 25 -- The Benue State Government has launched a pilot programme to empower 10 farm clusters across the state with tractors, improved seeds, inputs, and access to markets. The initiativ... Read More


Kwara community launches charter to combat gender-based violence

Nigeria, Sept. 25 -- The Agbarere community in Kwara State has launched a social charter aimed at protecting women and girls, promoting gender equality, and holding perpetrators accountable. Olasupo ... Read More


One dead as bomb explosion rocks Imo community

Nigeria, Sept. 25 -- A man has been confirmed dead in another bomb explosion in Imo State, Nigeria's South-east. The explosion, PREMIUM TIMES gathered, occurred at about 12 p.m. on 21 September in Ob... Read More


Resident doctors decry insecurity, poor welfare as migration drains Nigerian hospitals

Nigeria, Sept. 25 -- Nigerian resident doctors have warned that worsening insecurity, poor remuneration and stalled career progression are driving a collapse of the country's healthcare system. The d... Read More


$718 million Debt: Court blocks AMCON, First Bank from confiscating General Hydrocarbon's assets

Nigeria, Sept. 25 -- The Federal High Court in Lagos has issued an order barring any actions against General Hydrocarbons or its assets over a debt incurred by Atlantic Energy Drilling Concept Nigeria... Read More


Contrary to police claim, lawyer accused of defaming Uzodinma wasn't arraigned on Wednesday

Nigeria, Sept. 25 -- The arraignment of Chinedu Agu, a former secretary of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Owerri branch, for allegedly defaming Governor Hope Uzodinma of Imo State, has been stall... Read More


In UNGA address, Nigeria preaches peace, two-state solution in Palestine-Israel conflict

Nigeria, Sept. 25 -- The Nigerian government has said a two-state solution is the most dignified path to ensure lasting peace between Palestine and Israel. The country now joins the long list of coun... Read More


Private sector key to Africa's growth, democratic stability - US Consul

Nigeria, Sept. 25 -- Th United States Consul General in Lagos, Rick Swart, has said that Africa's democratic stability and long-term prosperity depend on a vibrant private sector. Mr Swart urged the ... Read More


Lagos govt appeals for calm as heavy floods submerge streets

Nigeria, Sept. 25 -- Heavy downpours on Tuesday and Wednesday left several parts of Lagos submerged, prompting the state Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, to appeal for ... Read More