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FRSC operative under investigation for extortion has absconded - Official

Nigeria, Aug. 4 -- A Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) official, who is being investigated for alleged extortion of N100,000, has absconded, according to the FRSC. The FRSC spokesperson, Olusegun Ogun... Read More


ANALYSIS: High Stakes in Geneva as countries, experts discuss addressing plastic pollution

Nigeria, Aug. 4 -- In response to the concerns regarding plastic pollution in both terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems worldwide, a diverse assembly comprising national governments, international organ... Read More


AfroBasket 2025: Nigeria's Amy Okonkwo named MVP

Nigeria, Aug. 4 -- Nigeria women's basketball captain, Amy Okonkwo, has been named the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the 2025 FIBA Women's AfroBasket. This feat caps off a historic campaign that saw ... Read More


BBNaija: Victory replaces Thelma Lawson as Head of House in week two's dramatic start

Nigeria, Aug. 4 -- Housemate Victory has emerged as the new Head of House (HoH) for week 2 in the Big Brother Naija Season 10, just hours after Thelma reigned as interim HoH. On Sunday night, Thelma ... Read More


BRF Cup debuts in Lagos as Africa Youth Table Tennis Tournament begins

Nigeria, Aug. 4 -- A new chapter begins in Lagos as the BRF Cup, the inaugural ITTF Africa Youth Cup, kicks off on Monday, 4 August, at the Molade Okoya-Thomas Hall, Teslim Balogun Stadium. The two-d... Read More


Afrobasket champions D'Tigress land in Abuja, set to meet President Tinubu

Nigeria, Aug. 4 -- Nigeria's women's basketball team, D'Tigress, have arrived in Abuja following their record-breaking victory at the 2025 FIBA Women's AfroBasket Championship in Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoir... Read More


Will your children know and serve your God? (2), By Ayo Akerele

Nigeria, Aug. 4 -- "And there arose another generation after them, which knew not the Lord." (Judges 2:10) They are in church but are not in Christ. They can organise but can rarely agonise. They can... Read More


Movie review: In 'Okikiola the fisherman', tradition meets modern tale of desire, duty

Nigeria, Aug. 4 -- In Okikiola the Fisherman, the writer, Adeola Agoro, weaves a poignant and visually rich tale of ambition, tradition, and love set in the vibrant riverside community of Isheri Olofi... Read More


Afreximbank leads $4 billion refinancing deal for Dangote Refinery with $1.35 billion contribution

Nigeria, Aug. 4 -- The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has announced the successful signing of a US$1.35 billion facility for Dangote Industries Limited (DIL), leading a US$4 billion syndicat... Read More


Super Falcons midfielder Toni Payne reveals emotional side of historic 10th WAFCON title

Nigeria, Aug. 4 -- Super Falcons midfielder Toni Payne has opened up about the deeper emotions behind Nigeria's record-breaking 10th WAFCON title. In an exclusive interview with PREMIUM TIMES in Lago... Read More