NISO restores power system after partial grid disturbance
The Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) has announced complete restoration of normal operations across the national grid following multiple trippings
Nigeria is not doomed: Countering the forces of polarisation, By Chris Ngwodo
Ultimately, national cohesion cannot be sustained by exhortation alone. It must be cultivated through equitable institutions, shared prosperity and empathetic leadership at all levels. Nigeria’s diversity is not a death sentence. Our differences need not become divisions, nor must competition degene
Uba Sani resolves 10-year land dispute, offers 704 households plots, farmlands, Free Fertiliser
The governor made the promise while distributing land titles to communities in Igabi local government, whose lands have been a subject of dispute between the military and the inhabitants The post Uba Sani resolves 10-year land dispute, offers 704 households plots, farmlands, Free Fertiliser appeared
Tinubu extends tenures of heads of Correctional and Immigration Services
President Bola Tinubu has approved 18-month tenure extensions for Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche, Controller-General of the Nigerian Correctional Service and Kemi
Rivers Assembly reinstates three pro-Fubara lawmakers
Whether the latest rapprochement will endure remains uncertain, particularly as disputes over political control and relations between the executive and legislature have repeatedly undermined earlier agreements. The post Rivers Assembly reinstates three pro-Fubara lawmakers appeared first on Premium
AUST Centre inaugurates 8 senior fellows to advance Pan-African development
The Centre for Pan-African and Peace Studies (CePAPS) at the African University of Science and Technology (AUST), Abuja, will formally
Police arrest man over alleged plot to kidnap 16-year-old girlfriend for N50m ransom
Besides admitting to the alleged kidnapping attempt, the suspect also told the police that he was unaware that having sex with someone under 18 was an offence. The post Police arrest man over alleged plot to kidnap 16-year-old girlfriend for N50m ransom appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Portuguese FA slam Cristiano Ronaldo with fine and punishment
Cristiano Ronaldo has been handed a 30-day suspension and a €255 fine by the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) following his decision to leave Portugal's national team camp during the international break. The disciplinary action announced on Monday, October 19, 2026, follows the controversy surro
Otedola recalls sharing bunk bed with Hamzat 49 years ago
“My experience of his character over the years has been defined by his honesty, sincerity, fairness and strong moral principles,” Mr Otedola said. The post Otedola recalls sharing bunk bed with Hamzat 49 years ago appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Afe Babalola Day: Falana laments youth involvement in internet fraud, urges legitimate technology use
Mr Falana urged young Nigerians to draw inspiration from Mr Babalola’s life, stressing that determination, education and the productive use of available opportunities could help them overcome personal and societal limitations. The post Afe Babalola Day: Falana laments youth involvement in internet f