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#EkitiDecides2026: Oyebanji extends lead as INEC announces more results
Nigeria, June 21 -- The All Progressives Congress (APC) has swept all 10 local government areas announced so far in the Ekiti State governorship election, consolidating its lead as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) continues collation of results from the state's 16 LGAs. The results are being announced after election officials and observers largely described Saturday's poll as peaceful, although concerns were raised about vote-buying and some procedural irregularities.
#EkitiDecides2026: Oyebanji extends lead as INEC announces more results
Add us on Google The All Progressives Congress (APC) has swept all 10 local government areas announced so far in the Ekiti State governorship election, consolidating its lead as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) continues collation of results from the state’s 16 LGAs. The results are being announced after election officials and observers largely described Saturday’s poll as peaceful, although concerns were raised about vote-buying and some procedural irregularities.
HT Syndication: NASS investigation into Tinubu's oil revenue executive order stalled
Nigeria, Feb. 27 -- A joint investigative hearing by the two chambers of the National Assembly on President Bola Tinubu's Executive Order mandating the direct remittance of oil and gas revenues to the Federation Account was stalled on Thursday after the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Heineken Lokpobiri, requested more time to prepare his defence. The hearing was jointly organised by the Senate and House of Representatives Committees on Petroleum Resources and Gas.
NAHCON sets deadline as Saudi Arabia makes medical certificates mandatory for Visa issuance
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) says the Saudi authorities have made the submission of duly processed Medical Fitness Certificates a compulsory requirement for the issuance of visas to all pilgrims for the 2026 Hajj. Consequently, the Commission directed all State Muslim Pilgrims' Welfare Boards, Agencies, Commissions, and Licensed Tour Operators to comply with the directive.
Nigeria: Osun Governor Adeleke Resigns From PDP
The Osun State governorship election will hold next August with Mr Adeleke expected to seek a second term. The Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, who is seeking a second term in office, has quit the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). His resignation was announced in a statement on Monday night by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed. "Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has resigned his membership of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) since November 4th, 2025," Mr Rasheed wrote.
Osun Governor Adeleke resigns from PDP
The Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, who is seeking a second term in office, has quit the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). His resignation was announced in a statement on Monday night by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed. "Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has resigned his membership of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) since November 4th, 2025," Mr Rasheed wrote.
HT Syndication: Bookshops where you can get Femi Otedola's Making It Big
Posted On: 2025-08-14 Posted By: Akin Oyewobi Health & Lifestyle Education Cities Real Estate & Construction Premium Times Nigeria, Aug. 14 -- Femi Otedola, iconic Nigerian businessman who has graced the front cover of Forbes Africa, is a philanthropist, and former chairman of Forte Oil PLC. He hails from one of Nigeria's prominent families, and is the son of the late Sir Michael Otedola, former governor of Lagos State, and Lady Doja.
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PHOTOS: Northern stakeholders summit kicks off in Kaduna
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PHOTO STORY: How President Tinubu and Vice President Shettima celebrated Eid-el-Fitr
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Urgent Job Advert for the Position of Senior Product Manager
Report: To Marketing Manager • Develop and implement product strategies consistent with the company’s vision. • Lead Product management team and coordinate with other departments to achieve product objectives. • Understanding product briefs and working with clients to fine-tune them • Preparing budgets, allocating resources, and delegating tasks. • Make creative recommendations to expand the product base and vision.
Urgent Job Advert for the Position of Senior Product Manager / Assistant Marketing Manager
Nigeria, Oct. 24 -- Report: To Marketing Manager * Develop and implement product strategies consistent with the company's vision. * Lead Product management team and coordinate with other departments to achieve product objectives. * Understanding product briefs and working with clients to fine-tune them * Preparing budgets, allocating resources, and delegating tasks. * Make creative recommendations to expand the product base and vision.
Fuel queues resurface in Abuja
Long queues have resurfaced at filling stations across Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city, as motorists struggle to purchase petrol. The queues surfaced Thursday morning and remained through Friday, as traffic gridlocks appeared across major parts of the city. The immediate cause of the latest queues remains unknown as filling stations in Lugbe, the Central Business District, Wuse, Kubwa, and Jabi areas of the city sold petrol at prices ranging between N660 and N700.
Acada Learning Hiring; Social Media Manager (Fully Remote)
Develop and implement social media strategies to increase brand awareness and engagement. Manage all social media channels (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn) and oversee content production, including writing, editing, and publishing posts. Monitor social media analytics and track performance metrics to optimize strategy and drive continuous improvement. Stay updated on the latest trends and best practices in social media marketing, including algorithm changes and new platforms.
Acada Learning Hiring; Social Media Manager (Fully Remote)
Nigeria, June 28 -- Develop and implement social media strategies to increase brand awareness and engagement. Manage all social media channels (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn) and oversee content production, including writing, editing, and publishing posts. Monitor social media analytics and track performance metrics to optimize strategy and drive continuous improvement.
Business Associates (NYSC Members Only) Onsite
Job Title: Business Associates (NYSC Members Only) Onsite Location: Business School Netherlands, No 8, Adekunle Fajuyi Ikeja GRA Lagos, Nigeria Proximity to the location is an added advantage. Interested and qualified candidates should apply using the link below. https://buff.ly/4e5hnJV Deadline: June 15th, 2024 At Premium Times, we firmly believe in the importance of high-quality journalism.
Business Associates (NYSC Members Only) Onsite
Business Associates (NYSC Members Only) Onsite Nigeria, June 7 -- Job Title: Business Associates (NYSC Members Only) Onsite Location: Business School Netherlands, No 8, Adekunle Fajuyi Ikeja GRA Lagos, Nigeria Proximity to the location is an added advantage. Interested and qualified candidates should apply using the link below. https://buff.ly/4e5hnJV Deadline: June 15th, 2024 Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Premium Times....
Marketing Manager - Global Business
Purpose: The main purpose of this position is to plan, direct, and profitably manage the business operations of all the Operating Units outside Nigeria efficiently and effectively to deliver the planned sales & profits of the Operating country in a controlled & sustainable manner Department: Marketing – Global Business Reporting Line; Chief Operating Officer Responsible as the marketing support and profit center head of the marketing function of the organization across all Operating countries...
Paris 2024: Waldrum invites Ajibade, Oshoala, 20 others for South Africa clash
Nigeria, March 26 -- Coach Randy Waldrum has extended invitations to captain Rasheedat Ajibade, US-based Asisat Oshoala, and high-riding goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie among a group of 22 players for the two-legged Paris Olympics final qualifying fixture against South Africa next month. Saudi Arabia-based defender Ashley Plumptre and veteran rearguard Osinachi Ohale are also called, as are youthful midfielder Deborah Abiodun and forwards Esther Okoronkwo and Uchenna Kanu.
Paris 2024: Waldrum invites Ajibade, Oshoala, 20 others for South Africa clash
Coach Randy Waldrum has extended invitations to captain Rasheedat Ajibade, US-based Asisat Oshoala, and high-riding goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie among a group of 22 players for the two-legged Paris Olympics final qualifying fixture against South Africa next month. Saudi Arabia-based defender Ashley Plumptre and veteran rearguard Osinachi Ohale are also called, as are youthful midfielder Deborah Abiodun and forwards Esther Okoronkwo and Uchenna Kanu.
Liberia: Former “war wife”, conscript accuse Liberian rebel commander of murder, torture, rape, cannibalism
The first victim to testify that he had served as a rebel under Ulimo commander Kunti Kamara appeared in Mr Kamara’s appeal of his 2022 conviction for war crimes on Friday. The victim said after weeks of torture, threats and forced labour by Ulimo after the rebel group invaded Lofa County in Liberia in 1993, he followed the advice of his uncle to join Ulimo in order to put an end to the harassment of himself and to help his family.
CJID Weekly Agriculture Digits (27.10.2023)
70,000 In an effort to enhance massive food production and nutrition security, the Hon. Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Abubakar Kyari, CON, has revealed that Federal Government plan to cultivate about 70,000 hectares across the wheat producing states with an expected yield of 875,000 tonnes for the National Food Reserve. READ MORE
CJID Weekly Agriculture Digits (20.10.2023)
In a bid to find a lasting solution to the lingering farmers/herders conflicts that has negatively impacted the agriculture sector, Nigeria is set to raise over N2.5 trillion, within the next five years on investment in the livestock sector of the economy. It is expected that the Federal Government will provide at least N312.47b to kick start the reform within the period after which a review of progress and funding would be expected.
Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development WAJIC Conference (Day 2)
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Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development WAJIC Conference (Day 1)
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Lagos police rescue baby from sewage tank
The Lagos State Police Command has rescued a day-old baby girl abandoned in a sewage tank in the Gowon Estate area of the state. The baby was rescued at about 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday and taken for immediate medical attention at a health centre. The police command made this known on its Twitter handle on Wednesday. “A day-old female baby was found in a sewage tank at about 8:30 a.m. today. Officers of Gowon Estate Division, upon being alerted, promptly arrived at the scene.
INTERVIEW: What Ukraine is doing about its Nigerian students - Envoy
Ukraine’s Special Envoy for Africa and the Middle East, Maksym Subhk, says Russia will pay compensation for the damages it has done in Ukraine through its invasion of the country. In an exclusive interview with PREMIUM TIMES during his Africa tour, Mr Maksym said although Ukraine is already making postwar recovery and rebuilding plans, Russia will be made to pay for the losses.
BBNaija: BBNaija Season 7: Phyna wins ‘Level Up’ edition
After 72 days of slugging it out against 28 other contestants, Phyna on Sunday night was announced as the winner of the seventh edition of the Big Brother Naija reality TV show. Tagged ‘Level Up’, the show premiered on 23 and 24 July. The finale, which was aired on Africa Magic on DSTV, and the streaming platform, Showmax, kicked off at precisely 7 p.m. with an outstanding performance by The Guy, MI Abaga. The six who made it to the finals are Adekunle, Chichi, Bryan, Phyna, Daniella and Bella.
Rapper Ice Prince arrested for allegedly abducting, threatening police officer
NiNigerian rapper, Panshak Henry Zamani, popularly known as Ice Prince Zamani, has been arrested for allegedly abducting a police officer. The spokesperson for the police in Lagos state, Benjamin Hundeyin, broke the news in a tweet on Friday morning detailing how the singer was arrested. He said the singer was arrested for an alleged assault on a police officer who stopped him for driving without license plates.
Police arraign three for allegedly invading Osun monarch's palace
The police on Tuesday arraigned three persons before an Osun State Magistrate Court in Osogbo for allegedly invading a palace and attempting to dethrone the monarch. The defendants, Adebayo Mutiu, 40, Sikiru Oloyede, 46, and Habib Oloyede, 28, were said to have invaded the palace of the Alawo of Awo with dangerous weapons. They were arraigned on a six-count charge of conspiracy, breach of public peace, unlawful possession of dangerous weapons, and threat to kill.
How work culture promotes consumption of unhealthy foods by Nigerian journalists
When 54-year-old Mohammed Aliyu realised in 2019 that he could not properly move the right part of his body, he knew there was a problem. Mr Aliyu, who is based in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital, is a political correspondent of a national daily. Sometime in 2018, while living in Jos, Plateau State, he had experienced a persistent headache, which prompted him to go to the hospital for a medical checkup and was diagnosed with high blood pressure.
Police arrest man who shot dead 11-year-old boy while testing locally made gun
Police inDelta State, South-south Nigeria, have arrested a man who shot dead an 11-year-old boy, Hossana Merrit, while testing a locally made gun, an official has said. The incident occurred on 22 August in the Ozoro area of the state. The police spokesperson in the state, Bright Edafe, disclosed this in a message heposted on Twitter on Tuesday. Mr Edafe identified the suspect as Kome Ogage, a 27-year-old man. He said the suspect abandoned the house after allegedly killing the boy.
Five things you should never say to Nigerian lady
A common ground revolving around the views and perceptions of many Nigerian women is that they are unpredictable. If you ask us, predicting the actions of an average Nigerian woman is like spending endless years trying to solve a complex math problem. This is why it’s essential for you as a man to be very careful when having a conversation with a woman. Though it’s unofficial, there are rules to consider when talking to a woman.
UPDATED: Inibehe Effiong released from prison
Human rights lawyer, Inibehe Effiong has just been released from Uyo prison after spending 30 days for alleged contempt of court. The Chief Judge of Akwa Ibom State, Ekaette Obot, on 27 July, sentenced Mr Effiong to prison after the lawyer objected to the presence of two armed police operatives in the courtroom. The lawyer stepped out of the prison at around 8 a.m. to a waiting crowd of supporters around the prison premises.
BREAKING: Inibehe Effiong released from prison
Human rights lawyer Inibehe Effiong has just been released from Uyo prison after spending 30 days for alleged contempt of court. The Chief Judge of Akwa Ibom State, Ekaette Obot, on 27 July, sentenced Mr Effiong to prison after the lawyer objected to the presence of two armed police operatives in the courtroom. The lawyer stepped out of the prison at around 8 a.m. to a waiting crowd of supporters around the prison premises.
Anxiety as crowd gathers for Inibehe Effiong’s release from prison
There is anxiety in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, as residents, on Friday morning, await the release of a human rights lawyer, Inibehe Effiong, from prison. The Chief Judge of Akwa Ibom State, Ekaette Obot, sentenced Mr Effiong to 30 days imprisonment, 27 July, for alleged contempt of court after the lawyer objected to the presence of two armed police operatives inside the courtroom.
Rivers Govt vows to prosecute federal lawmaker over alleged illegal bunkering
The Rivers State Government has vowed to prosecute a federal lawmaker from the state, Chinyere Igwe, for alleged involvement in the illegal bunkering of petroleum products. Mr Igwe, whose filing station was reportedly sealed for involvement in illegal bunkering activities, represents Port Harcourt Federal Constituency 11.
Inibehe Effiong’s conviction travesty of justice - Amnesty International
Amnesty International Nigeria has described as a travesty of justice, the committal of a human rights lawyer, Inibehe Effiong, to prison by the Akwa Ibom State Chief Judge, Ekaette Obot. The advocacy group called on Nigerian authorities to immediately release the incarcerated lawyer and drop all charges against him.
Police arraign suspected thugs who attacked Osun governor's wife
The police on Tuesday arraigned seven persons arrested in connection with the attack on the convoy of the wife of Osun State Governor, Kafayat Oyetola. The suspects were arraigned before an Osogbo Magistrate Court. The defendants were Omolola Paul, 40, Rasaki Hammed, 19, Soliu Waheed, 21, Tiamiyu Basiru, 30, Olayiwola John, 26, Owoade Mutiu, 28, and Ibrahim Tunde, 20. They were arraigned on a four-count charge of conspiracy, felony, serious assault, and malicious damage.
Customs impound two 'Dangote' trucks for smuggling
The Nigeria Customs in Ogun State have impounded two trucks loaded with foreign parboiled rice. The trucks, which have the Dangote logo inscribed on them, were intercepted separately while carrying a total of 303 of 50kg bags of smuggled rice.
Group organises #FreeInibeheEffiong protest in Uyo
Activists from different groups on Friday staged a protest in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, demanding the release of the rights lawyer, Inibehe Effiong. Mr Effiong was committed to prison last week by the Chief Judge of Akwa Ibom State, Ekaette Obot, for alleged contempt of court. The protesting groups include the Citizen Liberation Movement, the National Association of University Students, the Akwa Ibom Chapter, and the Youths Representative from Itu Local Government Area in the state.
Amotekun operatives arrest suspected 'drug dealer' during robbery
The operatives of the Western Nigeria Security Outfit Amotekun have arrested a suspected drug dealer and armed robber in Abeokuta, Ogun State. The suspect, identified as Omoalaba Segun, was arrested on Thursday after he allegedly robbed a POS operator of N420,000 on MKO Abiola Way in the capital. The Commandant of Amotekun in the state, David Akinremi, who disclosed this to PREMIUM TIMES on Friday, said the suspect confessed to being a drug dealer, and member of the Eiye Confraternity.
OBITUARY: The trial and times of Tafa Balogun, Nigeria’s 21st Inspector General of Police Original
In December 2005, rumours spread that Tafa Balogun, who was serving a six-month prison sentence in Kuje Prison, had died in custody. One month earlier, Mr Balogun had pleaded guilty to eight charges of stealing and money laundering and was sent to prison, after the judge ordered that he return N4 million to the Nigerian government. Although Mr Balogun reportedly fell ill in the course of his trial, the rumours turned out to be false.
Ogun begins Sango-Alagbole road reconstruction
The Ogun State Government says it has given approval for the full reconstruction of the 32 kilometre Sango-Ijoko-Alagbole Road At a press briefing on Wednesday, the State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Waheed Odushile, said the decision to take over the road from the Federal Government was reached at a State Executive Meeting held on August 1st. Mr Odushile noted that contractors have been mobilized to start work on the Sango-Ijoko-Agbado-Akute-Alagbole Road.
Examination Malpractices: Nigerian polytechnic expels 30 students, suspends 60
A total of 30 students of the Moshood Abiola Polytechnic (MAPOLY), Abeokuta, Ogun State, have been summarily expelled while 60 others were suspended for examination misconduct and other offences. The polytechnic’s acting Rector, Adeoye Odedeji, said this on Thursday, during the Matriculation and Oath-Taking Ceremony held at the school.
Gunmen kidnap gold miner, driver in Osun
Gunmen have kidnapped a gold miner identified as Musibau Adepoju, and his unnamed driver in Ilesa, Osun State. PREMIUM TIMES learnt the duo were kidnapped last Friday, as they were leaving their mining site. The incident came days after suspected kidnappers killed a police inspector, Peter Sorro, who tried to prevent them from abducting two foreign miners in Ifewara community in Atakunmonsa West Local Government. The late inspector was one of the security officers attached to the foreign miners.
Poultry feed prices in Nigeria surge 164% in three years
The average price of poultry feed in Nigeria rose at least 168 per cent in the last three years, a huge surge that underlines the scale of Nigeria’s food inflation in the last few years. On average, a 25 kilogramme of poultry feed, made mainly from maize, soybean, wheat, and millet, rose from N3600 in 2019 to between N8500 and N10,000 in July 2022, according to market surveys by the Centre for Journalism and Innovation Development (CJID).
Court affirms election of Oborevwori as PDP’s governorship candidate in Delta
The Federal High Court in Warri has validated the primary election that produced Sheriff Oborevwori as the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) ahead of the 2023 election. In the judgement delivered by Okon Abang, on Friday, the court declared that the PDP’s primary election which was held on 25 May was validly conducted in line with the party’s constitution and election guidelines.
BBNaija Season 7: Amaka’s crush, Phyna, hypes Biggie; other highlights from first Diary Session
Big Brother Naija season seven entered its day three on Thursday with Level 2 housemates having their first diary sessions with Biggie. The impression in the house is that they are all up for eviction following Biggie’s prank about the fake nominations this week. Groovy was the first housemate for this season’s show and was up first for the diary session.
2023: Labour Party missing as INEC publishes Ogun governorship, House of Assembly candidates
The Labour Party’s candidates were conspicuously missing in the list of candidates and political parties published by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for the 2023 general elections in Ogun State. In the list placed at the INEC office in Abeokuta, 13 parties were listed to participate in the governorship election next year, while 26 would take part in the House of Assembly polls.
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