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INTERVIEW: The Impact of Tinubu’s Policies on Nigeria’s Transformation

Shortly after his victory in the 2023 election, President Bola Tinubu nominated Atiku Bagudu as member of the Presidential Transition Committee, signalling a powerful message about the relationship between the two politicians. After the inauguration, Mr Tinubu appointed Mr Bagudu...

Soldiers in Sokoto protest overcrowded cells and poor feeding, Nigerian Army launches investigation

The Nigerian Army has confirmed that it is currently conducting an investigation into the protest staged by some of its personnel who are detained in its Sokoto barracks. This statement was made by the army through its spokesperson, Major General...

Dana Air cuts workforce as part of operational review

Dana Air on Saturday announced that it has disengaged some of its staff members amid an operational audit being conducted by the nation’s regulatory authorities. The airline’s Head of Corporate Communications, Kingsley Ezenwa, made this known in a statement Saturday...

I continue to resist the idea of state police, however…

The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Atiku Bagudu, has reiterated his opposition to state policing in Nigeria, but he acknowledges President Bola Tinubu's advocacy for state policing. Many believe that this approach may help address the security challenges...

Tinubu Vows to Transform Nigeria into a Manufacturing Hub as he Welcomes Lithium Investors

President Bola Tinubu has commended the inauguration of Nigeria’s largest lithium processing plant in Lafia, Nasarawa State, hailing it as a clear indication of the country’s attractiveness for foreign investment. President Tinubu made the remarks on Friday in Abuja during...

After being detained for nine days, Nigerian journalist Ojukwu is released by the police.

Daniel Ojukwu, the detained journalist with the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ) has regained freedom. Mr Ojukwu was released by the police on Friday afternoon after spending nine days in detention. FIJ Founder, Fisayo Soyombo, confirmed his release to PREMIUM TIMES...

The Power Sector’s Massive Investment in Darkness Generation, By Adamu Rabiu

When the substantial funds that the Nigerian government have expended since it submissively handed over our national treasures to private individual, alongside the significant loans provided by Nigerian banks to the electricity sector thus far, is juxtaposed against the...

The Nigerian Army transfers rescued Chibok “girl” with three children to the Borno government

The Nigerian Army has handed over Lydia Simon, one of the Chibok school girls abducted by Boko Haram in April 2014, and her three children to the Borno State Government for reunification with her family. Waidi Shuaibu, a major-general and...

Awujale Bestows Chieftaincy Title Upon Former Council Chairman, Oladunjoye

The Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona has named the Senior Consultant on Media to Ogun State governor, Tunde Oladunjoye, as Onigegewura (One with the golden pen) of Ijebuland. Mr Oladunjoye was notified of the award of...

Governor announces Nigerian military’s withdrawal of soldiers from Delta community

The Nigerian military has “completely” withdrawn its personnel from Okuama Community in Delta State, South-south Nigeria, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has said. Mr Oborevwori disclosed this in a post on his Facebook page on Wednesday. The military personnel had...

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Kwara government praised for NG-CARES program

The Kwara State Government has been commended for its efforts in the Covid-19 Action Recovery Economic Stimulus (KWARA NG-CARES)...