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Report reveals how Zamfara officials allow terrorists participate in Hajj, embezzle funds – Official


The official said the report said some officials cleared terrorists to go to Saudi Arabia for the pilgrimage, steal public funds, among other crimes. Read More

Fuel Subsidy Removal: NLC to embark on warning strike


The union accused the Nigerian government of failure to implement some of its resolutions from previous meetings.

Extortion Scandal: ICPC begins probe of House committee


The ICPC launched the investigation following two separate petitions by PREMIUM TIMES and the Chairman of the House Committee, Yusuf Gagdi.

Extortion Scandal: Vice-chancellors appear before corrupt House committee, lie on oath


"We can report that the vice-chancellors lied to the committee as our subsequent reporting will show."
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Tinubu sacks head of Nigeria's science agency, appoints replacement


"President Bola Tinubu on Friday approved the appointment of Khalil Halilu as the new Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI)," Mr Ngelale wrote. Read More

Osun APC crisis worsens as party suspends 26 Aregbesola allies


The African Union condemned the coup and ordered the military to immediately return to the barracks and to "unconditionally return power to the civilian authority, uphold their constitutional mandate, and the principle of constitutionalism, and refrain from any interference in the political proceses in Gabon."

SSS detains Ogun council chair who accused Governor Abiodun of impropriety


Mr Adedayo was at the SSS headquarters in Abeokuta, on Friday, to honour the invitation of the service on the alleged 'zero allocation' to local governments in the state.

FG suspends Nigeria Air, airport concession plans


Mr Keyamo said the plans to operationalise Nigeria air and airport concessions have been suspended until he briefs the president on the outcome of his findings.

FRSC officer killed while towing broken down truck in Abuja


Mr Biu said the unfortunate Road Traffic Crash (RTCs) occurred at the Karu bridge on the Nyanya-Maraba expressway on 1 September.
Annual Banking Report - Measuring Banks' Resilience
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INTERVIEW: Why men should screen for prostate cancer early - Specialist
Business

Nigeria's foundering economy to test mettle of new ministers Edun, Anite, Bagudu


The three ministers have the herculean task of formulating measures to strengthen the Nigerian economy, ranging from stabilising the naira, restoring investor confidence, aligning fiscal and monetary policies, speeding up budget implementation and empowering the informal economy.

Ardova appoints new CEO as Adeosun exits


Mr Adeosun, who became the chief executive of the energy firm (formerly known as Forte Oil) in June 2023, after billionaire oilman Abdulwasiu Sowami acquired the controlling stake, is leaving to pursue new interests and opportunities, according to a statement seen by PREMIUM TIMES.
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Arts and Entertainment

Nigerian Idol season 8 winner gets heroic homecoming in Delta State


The 25-year-old singer made his first trip to Warri, his hometown, since securing victory in the Nigerian Idol season 8.

Police find body amid search for missing poet Gboyega Odubanjo


The 27-year-old was last seen attending the Shambala festival in the Kelmarsh area of Northamptonshire, UK.
Opinion

Friday Sermon: The importance of feeding the poor and needy, By Murtadha Gusau


Dear brothers and sisters, donating food or feeding the poor is a virtue that is promoted by Islam and this good gesture is mentioned in the Surah Al-Insan of the noble Qur'an. The verse (Qur'an, 76:8) mentions that:

"They feed food to the needy, to the orphan and to the captive despite the scarcity of food and their love and need for it."

Africa and the grand return of the military, By Jibrin Ibrahim


The military coup in Zimbabwe in 2017 signalled the institutional return of military high commands to power. This was followed by the 2019 military coup in Sudan and the 2020 military coup in Mali. The military was active in assisting power takeovers in Tunisia and Algeria in 2020. The military strongman in Mali was not happy with the limited powers he was constrained to take in 2020 and he did another coup in 2021, giving himself full powers.

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Safari with Xiaomi winners experience the iconic African wilderness, the Maasai Mara


The evolution of Xiaomi phone cameras has brought great imaging very close to users, allowing them to document moments with remarkable precision.

Sports

NPFL season kicks off in Ibadan with 3SC, Plateau United clash


This curtain-raiser fixture in Ibadan will be the only game to grace the opening day of the season,

Europa League Draw: Balogun, Lookman, other Nigerian players get group opponents


Leading the crop of players that would be hoping for success in the Europa League this season is Leon Balogun, who is back with Scottish side Rangers.

Fact Checker

FALSE! Colonel Goita did not threaten to invade Abuja


Since the election, the national assembly has struggled to gain the trust and goodwill of the public, who are often critical of some decisions the legislators took.

False! Gabon, not ECOWAS member, cannot be sanctioned for coup d'etat


Claim: In reaction to the coup d'etat carried out by its military, ECOWAS can sanction the Gabonese government being a member of the organisation.

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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