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It’s Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State that has put the governors’ position very bluntly. “Be on one side. You can’t be on two sides,” he bluntly told Wike, insisting that if the minister was genuinely committed to supporting President Tinubu, he should join the APC and campaign for its candidates The post Wike’s Rainbow: Governor Dauda Lawal’s red line, By Emmanuel Ado appeared first on Pr...
The minister said the election would give residents a chance to choose leaders who can consolidate the development projects being carried out across the territory. The post Independence Day: Wike urges FCT residents to elect leaders who can sustain infrastructure projects appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
The coordinators' task is to mobilise citizens for a vigorous, issue-based push toward the 16 January 2027 polls. The post Makinde appoints zonal coordinators to drive 2027 presidential campaign appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
The arrest has raised fresh questions about police powers, citizens’ right to peaceful assembly, and political freedom ahead of the 2027 elections. The post Police arrest OK Movement coordinator during Independence Day march in Uyo appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
A food science student can develop export-ready food products. A fashion designer can build internationally recognised clothing and leather brands. Software developers can export digital solutions and technology services. Students studying engineering, agriculture, accounting, logistics, marketing and business administration all possess skills that can support different stages of the export val...
The Nigerian secured office space in a federal building, opened bank accounts and even held meetings with foreign diplomats. He says he is innocent.
Tegbe is nesting in a strait of imagination, oblivious to the continuous power outages and grid collapses that have forced many homes and businesses to emulate Aso Rock by investing in alternative energy sources and getting off the national grid. He’s not in touch with reality at all!… But it’s the season of campaigns – […] The post Tinubu and his incredible ministers, By Azu Ishiekwene appeare...
The FCT Administration has approved the renovation and upgrading of 14 general hospitals and the resumption of work on the abandoned Utako General Hospital. The post FCT approves completion of abandoned Utako General Hospital, upgrade of 14 hospitals appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
The trio made the call in separate messages to mark Nigeria’s 66th Independence anniversary, shared with PREMIUM TIMES on Thursday. The post Nigeria @66: NHRC, RULAAC, CISLAC insist reforms must translate into better lives, rights appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
Governor Mbah said the administration would count on the new leadership in pursuit of its vision to grow the state’s economy from $4.4bn to $30bn The post Mbah inaugurates reconstituted Civil Service Commission, governing councils of ESUT, IMT, others appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
According to Mr Amaechi, he first confronted President Buhari privately after becoming concerned that the administration was not living up to the expectations that brought it to power. The post Amaechi: I ‘technically resigned’ from Buhari’s govt over unmet expectations appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
What if you could invent a government agency and get the government to fund it?
The real agricultural revolution begins when the tractor stops being a symbol of government procurement and becomes a dependable tool in the hands of the farmer. The post Beyond Tractors: How Namadi is rewriting Jigawa’s agric story, By Tijjani Nagwamastse appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
The two entrepreneurs represent distinct forms of business leadership, and governments must create the conditions for both to thrive. The post Dangote and Musk: Africa needs both industrialists and tech innovators appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
According to the president, the oil and non-oil sectors contributed to the growth, with improved foreign exchange stability, lower inflation, and stronger non-oil exports. The post Nigeria’s economy grows over 4% in 2026 – Tinubu appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
"Our reforms did not create the weaknesses in our economy. They confronted them," Mr Tinubu said. The post Our reforms didn’t create economic problems – Tinubu appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
The President said his administration will prioritise reducing the cost of living by lowering agricultural production and transportation costs, expanding mechanised farming and investing in infrastructure, as he defended the economic reforms introduced since 2023. The post UPDATED: Tinubu pledges to lower food, transport costs through support for farmers appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
President Bola Tinubu says his administration will continue to strengthen primary healthcare as part of efforts to improve essential public services for poorer Nigerians. The post Independence Anniversary: Tinubu promises stronger primary healthcare for poor Nigerians appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
"By 2023, poverty was rising, and hope was nearly gone. The country's situation was darker than ever. We had no choice but to act," Mr Tinubu said. The post UPDATED: Buhari, other past presidents refused to take tough decisions – Tinubu appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
The Tinubu administration has extended the implementation of the capital component of the 2025 budget four times. The post Tinubu signs 2025 budget extension bill into law appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
Mr Makinde also announced directors to oversee various campaign departments. The post 2027: Makinde appoints ex-minister as campaign DG appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
"The presidential election is on January 16, 2027. By January 17, 2027, I will announce my resignation as FCT minister should the president lose in Rivers and the FCT." The post 2027: I’ll resign if Tinubu loses FCT, Rivers, Wike vows appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
According to Abiodun, discussions with NNPC focused on land acquisition, incentives and other requirements necessary to facilitate the take-off of the project, with the state government committing to provide the necessary cooperation and guarantees. The post Ogun, NNPC partner to revive OKLNG ahead of $7bn port, marine economy project take off appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
The department said it is officially removing Nigeria from this category following amendments to its regulations. The post Tanzania removes Nigeria from referral visa category appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
"I see the 2027 general election not as a sprint. I see it as a marathon race. We still have October; we still have November. They can still come together if indeed they are sincere about rescuing Nigeria.” The post Opposition can still unite behind single candidate for 2027 – APM chieftain appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
The continent does not need fewer regulators simply for the sake of reducing the number of institutions. It needs regulators that understand where their responsibilities intersect, share common standards where appropriate and give businesses a clearer path through government… The digital economy is already crossing African borders. The real question is whether Africa’s regulatory architecture [...
The Federal Government has begun construction of a new National Control Centre in Osogbo, Osun State, to replace the 64-year-old facility and improve monitoring, coordination, and stability of Nigeria’s electricity grid. The post FG breaks ground on new National Control Centre to strengthen grid reliability appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
The workers asked President Bola Tinubu to address their demands in his national broadcast on Thursday to mark Nigeria's 66th Independence Day; otherwise, they will commence a three-day warning strike on Friday. The post Nigerian workers threaten warning strike over high petrol prices, minimum wage appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote and Kenyan President William Ruto are set to launch a $16 billion oil refinery in Lamu, Kenya, amid protests and legal challenges over land acquisition, compensation, and environmental concerns. The post Dangote, Ruto to launch $16 billion Kenya refinery amid land protests appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
The coalition described the bill as repressive and unconstitutional, arguing that it would create a new regulatory regime for organisations based on their sources of funding. The post CSOs demand withdrawal of Foreign Aid Bill, warn of threat to civic space appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
The team will mobilise across communities, markets, wards, and polling units ahead of the 2027 elections. The post 2027: Uzodimma deploys grassroots team to mobilise support for Tinubu’s re-election appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
He pointed out that the presidents of South Africa, China, Russia, and other countries were not present at the gathering. The post Jimoh Ibrahim gives reason for Tinubu’s absence at UNGA appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
The court held that the plaintiff's claims against Mr Duke's emergence as the PRP's presidential candidate for the 2027 election were not proved. The post 2027: Court dismisses suit challenging ex-governor Duke’s emergence as PRP’s presidential candidate appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
The hospital has also used images of the former Head of State and Vice President Kashim Shettima in posts promoting its services to international patients. The post Nigeria’s ex-Head of State used for hospital advert in India appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
Building a resilient export economy requires ensuring that future commitments are transparent, adequately funded and consistently honoured… Only then can Nigerian exporters confidently plan production, secure international buyers, obtain certifications, fulfil contracts and trust that government support will arrive when promised… That is the difference between announcing an export incentive and...
The summit, aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s security architecture, will hold from 12 to 13 October. The post Senate to hold two-day national security summit appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
Mr Pantami secured victory over two other aspirants, Usman Garry and Hamisu Mailantarki, in the exercise conducted across the state's 11 local government areas on Tuesday. The post Pantami re-emerges as PDP governorship candidate in Gombe appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
The most useful way to assess the 10th Senate is through the legislative footprints it is leaving behind: minimum wage, student loans, local government financial autonomy, regional development, electricity reform, taxation, data protection, security, capital markets, electoral reform, education and constitutional review. There is a difference between a legislature that merely debates national i...
However, this does not mean Nigeria has solved the challenges it faces in holding credible elections. It would simply change where the biggest problem lies. The post AI, civic tech are changing Nigeria’s election result tracking landscape appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
The plaintiff claimed that he participated in the primary election and scored the majority of the lawful votes cast at the poll. The post Lawyer sues NDC over alleged refusal to announce Anambra primary result appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
The campaign spokesperson is the younger brother of the director-general of Governor Eno’s 2023 campaign. The post 2027: Akwa Ibom LP governorship candidate appoints campaign spokesperson appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
The campaign organisation of the APC’s governorship candidate in Oyo said Mr Makinde is crueless over is ‘more money no hunger’ comment. The post APC governorship campaign organisation tackles Makinde over use of increased federal allocations appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
Competing against campaigns from more than fifty countries — many backed by institutions with far deeper pockets and global reach — was already an intimidating prospect. Simply making the shortlist would have been gratifying. Winning our categories would have been memorable enough to celebrate for years. But receiving the Grand Prix took several minutes to […] The post From Kuru to Athens: When...
The President Bola Tinubu-led federal government is currently in discussions with the World Bank on three proposed financing facilities totalling $1.5 billion. The post APM urges World Bank to halt new $1.5bn loans to Nigeria appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
Mr Otedola gave the commendation in Paris on Monday at a private dinner with the president, who has been on a 28-day working vacation in Europe. The post Tinubu’s reforms have put Nigerian economy on path of sustainable growth – Otedola appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
