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Court grants El-Rufai N200 million bail

The judge ordered Mr El-Rufai to present two sureties, among other conditions he must meet, to be released from ICPC custody. The post Court grants El-Rufai N200 million bail appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Customs intercepts endangered wildlife, smuggled goods in Maiduguri

The Nigeria Customs Service says it has intercepted endangered wildlife species and smuggled goods in separate operations in Maiduguri, underscoring intensified efforts to combat illicit trade and protect biodiversity. The post Customs intercepts endangered wildlife, smuggled goods in Maiduguri appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Dead Body Found Along Bush Path Near EKSU, Sparks Panic Among Students

Preliminary reports suggests that the deceased may be a recent graduate of EKSU who had returned to the institution to complete clearance processes and collect his certificate. The post Dead Body Found Along Bush Path Near EKSU, Sparks Panic Among Students appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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NDLEA intercepts two trucks conveying 7.2 tonnes of Cannabis

An official said that five suspected traffickers were arrested in connection with the seizure, describing the feat as a major blow to interstate drug networks. The post NDLEA intercepts two trucks conveying 7.2 tonnes of Cannabis appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Why the UN’s slave trade resolution matters now more than ever, By Oluwaseun Tella

Whether this moment leads to substantive change remains to be seen. But one thing is clear. The past is no longer being quietly archived. It is being actively contested, reinterpreted, and, increasingly acknowledged. In that sense, the resolution is not an endpoint but a beginning, a call to confront uncomfortable truths and to imagine a […] The post Why the UN’s slave trade resolution matters now more than ever, By Oluwaseun Tella appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Terrorists demand N150m ransom over kidnapped Katsina residents

The abduction came two days after the AIG Zone 14 directed police commissioners to dismantle criminal organisations in states. The post Terrorists demand N150m ransom over kidnapped Katsina residents appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Public debt sustainability and fiscal responsibility in Nigeria, By ‘Tope Fasua

I was recently invited to give a lecture with the above title by Professor Jide Oladipo, the erudite Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences at Nile University, Abuja to mark their annual lecture series for the year. It was a great honour and an interaction I greatly enjoyed, having given several lectures on similar […] The post Public debt sustainability and fiscal responsibility in Nigeria, By ‘Tope Fasua appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Galadima and Adamawa at the edge of a new possibility, By Mohammed Dahiru Aminu 

In thinking about Adamawa’s future, it is important to avoid both cynicism and blind optimism. The state has seen cycles of expectation that did not always translate into lasting progress. At the same time, it retains a level of potential that makes it worth the effort to get leadership right. Thus, the decision ahead is […] The post Galadima and Adamawa at the edge of a new possibility, By Mohammed Dahiru Aminu  appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Nigeria to deliver gas to Abuja through AKK pipeline by July – NUPRC

Nigeria may begin delivering natural gas to Abuja through the AKK pipeline by July, signalling progress in its long-delayed gas infrastructure drive. The post Nigeria to deliver gas to Abuja through AKK pipeline by July – NUPRC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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JUST IN: Ogun APC endorses Adeola as consensus candidate

Mr Adeola, the senator representing Ogun West in the current Senate, was unanimously adopted as the candidate of the party on Monday at its expanded caucus meeting. The post JUST IN: Ogun APC endorses Adeola as consensus candidate appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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UCL: Heineken steps up fan experience as Lookman eyes semi-final spot

On the pitch, the spotlight will be firmly on Ademola Lookman, whose performance for Atlético Madrid has become one of the standout talking points of the quarter-finals. The post UCL: Heineken steps up fan experience as Lookman eyes semi-final spot appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Fruits of Namadi’s China Tour: Accelerating transformation of Maigatari EPZ, By Hamisu Gumel

The Maigatari Export Processing Zone (EPZ) stands out as one of the most ambitious economic assets in Jigawa State, with the potential to transform the state into a major hub for trade, manufacturing, and export-led growth in Northern Nigeria The post Fruits of Namadi’s China Tour: Accelerating transformation of Maigatari EPZ, By Hamisu Gumel appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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NERC unveils new mini-grid regulation to boost rural electrification

Nigeria’s electricity regulator has introduced a new framework to guide the development and operation of mini-grids, targeting improved power access in underserved communities. The post NERC unveils new mini-grid regulation to boost rural electrification appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Amadi unveils Mega Empowerment, boosts Mbaitoli/Ikeduru constituents with transformers, vehicles, cash, others

The mega empowerment, comprising cash gift of N200million, 67 transformers, tractors, SUVs, cars, buses, motorcycles, tricycles, agriculture equipment, fertilizers, generators, grinding machines, bags of rice, sewing machines and others were distributed by Amadi, an engineer, to his constituents with a promise to do more The post Amadi unveils Mega Empowerment, boosts Mbaitoli/Ikeduru constituents with transformers, vehicles, cash, others appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Ex-oil minister Alison-Madueke denies bribery charges in UK court

Former petroleum minister Diezani Alison-Madueke has denied allegations of bribery and corruption before a UK court, insisting she neither solicited nor received illicit payments while in office. The post Ex-oil minister Alison-Madueke denies bribery charges in UK court appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Police arrest suspect over alleged kidnapping, rape

The police spokesperson in Rivers, Blessing Agabe, told journalists in Port Harcourt on Sunday that the suspect was apprehended following a complaint by a young woman. The post Police arrest suspect over alleged kidnapping, rape appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Trump, the Pope and the Strait, By Reuben Abati 

It is now 46 days since the war between US/Israel and Iran began in the Middle East on February 28, throwing the entire world into a fit, in what gradually matured into a war of civilisations, a gory theatre of bloodshed, death and destruction, a mesh of cultural difference, regional tension and melodramatic assault on […] The post Trump, the Pope and the Strait, By Reuben Abati  appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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African football and the cost of institutional credibility, By Dipo Baruwa

African football stands at a crossroads. It can either continue to operate within a framework of contested legitimacy or undertake the difficult but necessary reforms required to build credibility, attract investment, and retain its talent… Ultimately, the future of African football will not be decided by what happens on the pitch — but by the […] The post African football and the cost of institutional credibility, By Dipo Baruwa appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Tinubu’s Largest Northeast Vote: How Dr Nura Manu Soro delivered Bauchi

If the 2023 presidential election was a rehearsal, then 2027 may well be the main stage, and in Bauchi’s evolving political narrative, Dr Nura Manu Soro appears determined not just to participate, but to lead the APC to a landslide victory. The post Tinubu’s Largest Northeast Vote: How Dr Nura Manu Soro delivered Bauchi appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Insecurity: Ekiti launches new operation to flush out criminals

The security agencies said "Operation Comb the Bush” became necessary following intelligence reports indicating intensified offensives against criminal elements in neighbouring Kwara, Kogi, Ondo and Osun states, as well as parts of northern Nigeria. The post Insecurity: Ekiti launches new operation to flush out criminals appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Why El-Rufai’s corruption case was amended – ICPC

The amendment by the ICPC saw the removal of the name of Mr El-Rufai's co-defendant, Amadu Suleiman, from the charges. The post Why El-Rufai’s corruption case was amended – ICPC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Insecurity: Governor Sani warns ‘conflict entrepreneurs’

Governor Sani handed down this warning in his opening remarks during the State Security Council meeting at the Council Chambers of Sir Kashim Ibrahim House on Monday. The post Insecurity: Governor Sani warns ‘conflict entrepreneurs’ appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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No request from ADC to use Eagle Square for convention – Wike

ADC had raised concerns over difficulties in securing a venue for its national convention, scheduled for Tuesday in Abuja. The post No request from ADC to use Eagle Square for convention – Wike appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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ADC federal lawmakers demand Amupitan’s removal over alleged partisanship, leadership dispute

The lawmakers say the INEC chairman has lost the confidence of key political stakeholders and could no longer guarantee a credible electoral process, accusing him of actions that “raise concerns regarding his transparency, integrity and trustworthiness.” The post ADC federal lawmakers demand Amupitan’s removal over alleged partisanship, leadership dispute appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Nigerian Army confirms killing of colonel, six soldiers in Borno attack

PREMIUM TIMES reported that suspected fighters of Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) attacked a military formation, killing a colonel, I.A Mohammed and other soldiers The post Nigerian Army confirms killing of colonel, six soldiers in Borno attack appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Insurgents kill colonel, other soldiers in Borno

Military authorities have not issued an official statement about the attack. The post Insurgents kill colonel, other soldiers in Borno appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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NIMR blames FG tenure policy for strike, says operations unaffected

A media consultant to the institute, Sam Eferaro, disclosed this in an interview with PREMIUM TIMES on Monday, amid tensions over the implementation of the federal government’s eight-year tenure policy for directors The post NIMR blames FG tenure policy for strike, says operations unaffected appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Police arrest six operatives, four others for alleged extortions

According to the police, the suspects would forcefully convey their victims around the city and compel them to withdraw money through POS operators under duress. The post Police arrest six operatives, four others for alleged extortions appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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OAU Students’ Union Begins 72-Hour Lecture Boycott Over Transport Crisis

The boycott, scheduled to run from Tuesday April 14 to Thursday, April 16, 2026, comes after weeks of complaints from students who say the new system has disrupted movement across campus and increased transportation costs. The post OAU Students’ Union Begins 72-Hour Lecture Boycott Over Transport Crisis appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Oil-well Dispute: Inside the report that restores Cross River’s hope

Cross River has lost trillions of naira, and its economy has been negatively impacted, amid several stalled infrastructure projects and reported job losses since it lost the disputed oil wells to Akwa Ibom. The post Oil-well Dispute: Inside the report that restores Cross River’s hope appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Karauye: Gang violence puts Katsina metropolis on edge

The Katsina State Government and security agencies have repeatedly vowed to tackle the menace on several occasions, but cases are still rampant. The post Karauye: Gang violence puts Katsina metropolis on edge appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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World Bank, IMF, IEA offer policy support to ease impact of Middle East war

The joint group of IEA, IMF, and World Bank said they are combining efforts, including at the country level, to leverage their respective expertise and help countries through tailored policy advice to improve the economic downturn caused by the war. The post World Bank, IMF, IEA offer policy support to ease impact of Middle East war appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Convention: ADC in fresh venue crisis as centre proprietor withdraws permission for use of facility

"After paying all the fees required, setting up for our convention tomorrow, the owner of Rainbow Event centre has just informed us that he has come under pressure from the FCDA and Minister of FCT, Nyesom Wike, that if he allows the ADC the use of his facilities, his licence will be revoked." The post Convention: ADC in fresh venue crisis as centre proprietor withdraws permission for use of facility appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Nigeria: Why 33% are jobless and everyone else seems to be working, By Akinola Morakinyo

Nigeria’s unemployment paradox is ultimately a measurement problem with real-world consequences. The country is not as employed as the headline rate implies, and it is not as unemployed as the 2020 peak implied. The truth is a labour market in which most people are doing something, but most of what they are doing does not […] The post Nigeria: Why 33% are jobless and everyone else seems to be working, By Akinola Morakinyo appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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SERAP asks NASS to probe allegations against INEC chair

INEC Chairman, Joash Amupitan, a professor, has been in the eye of the storm after social media users accused him of making partisan comments in 2023 via an X account. The post SERAP asks NASS to probe allegations against INEC chair appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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2026 World Cup: Ghana appoint former Real Madrid coach to lead Black Stars

In his first message to Ghanaians following his appointment, the Portuguese trainer has promised to give everything, calling the job a mission, not just a contract. The post 2026 World Cup: Ghana appoint former Real Madrid coach to lead Black Stars appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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NARD backs 48-hour strike over attack on doctors in Warri

According to NARD, the incident that led to the warning strike occurred after doctors informed a newborn’s father of the child’s death. The post NARD backs 48-hour strike over attack on doctors in Warri appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Adamawa govt approves College of Pharmacy amid PSN reform push

The development follows days of engagement in which the PSN had commended the Fintiri administration for improvements in healthcare infrastructure and broader development initiatives across the state. The post Adamawa govt approves College of Pharmacy amid PSN reform push appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Finally, ADC gets venue for convention, event holds Tuesday in Abuja

The party had raised concerns about its difficulty getting a venue for its national convention, accusing the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) government of sabotaging its efforts. The post Finally, ADC gets venue for convention, event holds Tuesday in Abuja appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Best research paper writing services for students

Struggling with deadlines? Discover the best research paper writing services that help college students get reliable, high-quality work done fast. The post Best research paper writing services for students appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Court jails man for life for raping baby girl

The court ordered the convict to be registered as a sexual offender. The post Court jails man for life for raping baby girl appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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‘He’s disrespectful’ – Atiku slams Shettima for asking for scorecard as VP

Atiku stated he would not dignify the request with a response, claiming that Mr Shettima’s approach is disrespectful to him and an affront to cultural values in Northern Nigeria. The post ‘He’s disrespectful’ – Atiku slams Shettima for asking for scorecard as VP appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.