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INVESTIGATION: How lawmakers, vice-chancellors hired BDC operator for extortion, bribery scheme


PREMIUM TIMES had exposed the extortion and bribery scheme being secretly executed by a House committee. Read More

EXCLUSIVE: Untold Story of Minister Hannatu Musawa's NYSC Saga


The NYSC certificate saga involving Minister Hannatu Musawa has a way more complex background than is currently known to the public, PREMIUM TIMES found.

Police parade gay suspects, disclose how operatives uncovered same-sex marriage ceremony


Police said a suspect, 23-year-old Abel Daniel, admitted that, under the influence of alcohol, he had sex through his anus with a male suspect who is at large.

Tinubu wants 9-month transition in Niger as AU calls for fresh elections in Gabon


"President Tinubu noted that Nigeria, under General Abdulsalami Abubakar, instituted a nine-month transition programme in 1998, and it proved very successful, leading the country into a new era of democratic governance," presidential spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale said in a press release.
Most Recent Stories

UPDATED: Presidential election court sets judgement date for Atiku's, Obi's petitions


The presidential election court concluded hearing on the petitions filed by Atiku Abubakar of the PDP, Peter Obi's Labour Party, and APM to challenge the victory of President Bola Tinubu, and reserved judgement in August. Read More

Presidency directs petroleum ministry to suspend NUPRC audit


The NUPRC, in its reaction, said the allegations were made to disparage the integrity of the commission.

Another Nigerian sets new Guinness World Record


The Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, congratulated Mr Solomon for the "feat".

INVESTIGATION: Nigerian lawmakers probing job racketeering are extorting money from agencies


The lawmakers, pretending to be probing job racketeering, have ironically been extorting money from agencies through a Providus Bank account.

NLC Strike: Nigerian govt appeals for two weeks to finalise demands


The NLC had said that it would embark on a two-day nationwide warning strike from 5 September to 6 September.
Annual Banking Report - Measuring Banks' Resilience
Videos
INTERVIEW: Why men should screen for prostate cancer early - Specialist
Business

Oando signs pact to buy Eni's Nigerian subsidiary


Shares in Oando, which has a secondary listing in Johannesburg, jumped by 9 per cent in Lagos at 10:56 WAT, following the news.

Policymakers, experts to discuss Nigeria's programmes in international trade


The dialogue seeks to proffer solutions to identified challenges limiting Nigeria's performance in the international trade arena.
Editorial cartoon of the day
Arts and Entertainment

Olamide, Odumodublvck, Blaqbonez most streamed Nigerian Hip hop acts- Report


"Nigeria's patriotism in music is evident as most streamed hip hop artists are Nigerians, unlike regions such as Kenya and South Africa where international hit-man Drake leads."

Ike, Seyi, Prince, Lucy's time in BBNaija House ends in shocking eviction


Ike and Alex received stern and final warnings for their heated arguments on Thursday, setting the tone for a dramatic evening.
Opinion

The role of libraries in development and civilisation (2), By Sunday Adelaja


Culture plays a huge role in how developed and how civilised a society is. A careful look at the 10 top countries by GDP, will show us that countries could be economically prosperous and rich and yet not be civilised. What I mean is that even though we have countries in Africa like Nigeria, (before the economic problem), South Africa, doing well in their economic growth indexes, yet that alone is not enough to qualify these countries to be civilised and developed countries.

Grace wasters, By Ayo Akerele


…the great Samson who tore apart a lion, who pulled out a city gate and killed one thousand warriors with a jawbone, wasted this great grace and ruined his testimony, cutting short the plan of God for his life. Although, Samson made it to the heroes of faith list in Hebrews 11, but not on a platter of honour. God's mercies still helped him to make that list, but can you compare Samson's journey to that list with Daniel's journey to that list?

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KWAM 1 announces 1 October land sales roll out at T Pumpy's new estate in Jibi, Abuja


Jibi District, situated along the picturesque Kubwa Expressway, offers the perfect blend of tranquility and accessibility.

Business opportunities in the online gaming industry


Services such as game development and content creation are just a few areas where entrepreneurs and investors can spread their tentacles.

Sports

NFF, Peseiro agree on contract extension


The NFF said the coach has agreed to continue in the role after accepting a pay cut on his earlier terms.

BFN boss says 6th Lagos International Badminton Classics a pacesetter


The Lagos International Badminton Classics had players from 30 countries, making it the biggest event in Africa.

Fact Checker

True! Liberia exported electricity to Ivory Coast for the first time in July


Claim: "Liberia exported electricity for the first time to Cote d'Ivoire," said Finance Minister Samuel Tweah.

Misleading! Jonathan did not issue warning to Tinubu against influencing tribunal


Claim: Concerning the awaited judgment of the Presidential Elections Petition Court (PEPC), Goodluck Jonathan warns President Bola Tinubu against influencing the judiciary.

Health

INTERVIEW: Why men should screen for prostate cancer early – Specialist


Motolani Ogunsanya, a US-based professor, shares her findings from research on "the experiences of black men who have survived prostate cancer" and recommends how to improve the management and treatment of the disease in Nigeria

Nigeria to introduce HPV vaccines to protect girls against cervical cancer


WHO estimates that cervical cancer could be first cancer to be eliminated if 90 per cent of girls are vaccinated against HPV.
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