Diplomats Urge Reform of Nigeria’s Cybercrimes Act to Safeguard Free Speech, Boost Economic Growth
As Nigeria marks Democracy Day, the heads of mission from the United States, the United Kingdom, Finland, Norway, and Canada have issued a joint statement. Urging the Nigerian government to amend the Cybercrimes Act, citing its potential misuse to suppress freedom of expression and stifle economic innovation. In the statement, the diplomats commended Nigerians for […]
Former Federal Lawmaker: More Must Be Done to Safeguard Nigeria’s Democracy
Despite attaining twenty-six years of uninterrupted democratic governance in the country, Former Federal Lawmaker Chief Ogbonna Nwuke says a lot still needs to be done to safeguard democracy in Nigeria.Speaking with our correspondent in Port Harcourt, Chief Nwuke emphasized that a lot has been achieved under our democratic dispensation; however, he identified the high cost […]
Democracy Day: Tinubu to Address Nigerians at 7 am Tomorrow
In preparation for the 2025 Democracy Day celebrations, President Bola Tinubu will address the nation at 7:00 a.m. on Thursday. Following his address, the President will attend a joint session of the National Assembly at the National Assembly Complex in Abuja, as part of the commemorative activities. This was disclosed in a statement issued on […]
June 12 Election: A Watershed Moment in Nigeria’s Democratic Journey
The June 12 election has been described as a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s struggle for democracy, with Abiola’s victory symbolising the people’s desire for true representation and leadership. An ex-Camp Commandant Amnesty Program, Rivers State, Mr. Derefaka Ajubo, made this in an interview with our correspondent while highlighting the significance of June 12th in Nigeria’s […]
Super Eagles Defender Joins Hamburg and Expecting Medical
Hamburger SV has achieved significant success in the transfer market, as Nigerian centre-back Jordan Torunarigha is set to join the club on a free transfer, pending a medical examination scheduled for this week. The 27-year-old defender, whose contract with Belgian club KAA Gent has recently concluded, has finalised an agreement with the newly promoted Bundesliga […]
Democracy Day: FG Declares Thursday Public Holiday
In commemoration of the 2025 Democracy Day, the Federal Government (FG) has declared Thursday, 12th June as a public holiday. Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Magdalene Ajani, announced this in a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja, noting that the Minister, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the declaration on behalf of the government. Tunji-Ojo, a […]
Super Eagles Coach Chelle commented after Nigeria vs Russia clash
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has provided a candid evaluation of Nigeria’s 1-1 draw against Russia at the Luzhniki Stadium on Friday night. The Malian coach recognized that his team had difficulty asserting themselves in the early stages but showed considerable improvement after halftime. According to the report from soccernet, it is claimed that […]
CAPPA Urges Awujale to Declare Ojude Oba Festival Smoke-Free
Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has called on His Royal Majesty, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, Ogbagba II, the Awujale of Ijebuland, to declare the upcoming Ojude Oba Festival a smoke-free event, citing serious public health concerns and the need to protect the cultural integrity of the celebration. In a statement issued on Friday, […]
Dangote Names Refinery Access Road After President Tinubu
The wealthiest Black person in the world, Aliko Dangote, on Thursday named the main access road to the Dangote Refinery in Lagos after President Bola Tinubu. The 68-year-old businessman made the announcement during the official commissioning of the Deep Sea Port Access Road in Lagos State, the infrastructure linking the Dangote Fertiliser Plant to Eleko […]
Nigerian Legendary Boxer Obisia Nwankpa Passes On
The sudden death of Nwankpa signifies yet another big loss for Nigerian sports in a year already filled with sorrow. Obisia Nwankpa, the legendary boxer and former national coach affectionately referred to as “Golden Gloves,” passed away on Tuesday 3rd June at the age of 75. In a conversation with Premium Times regarding this unfortunate […]
Medical Expert Calls for Protection of Minors from Sexual Abuse
A medical expert in Rivers State, Dr. Ngozi Toby, has called on the government at all levels, including non-governmental groups in Nigeria. To ensure that minors are protected from sexual harassment, intimidation, and abuse. With much seriousness, to curb the excesses of perpetrators of these dastardly acts against God Almighty and humanity. Also, ensuring that […]
Wike: No Cabal in Tinubu’s Govt, Fuel Subsidy Removal Is Right
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on Thursday declared that there is no cabal within President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Wike made the statement while delivering the keynote lecture at the 2025 OAU Distinguished Personality Lecture in Ile-Ife, the Osun State capital. The former Rivers State Governor commended Tinubu’s boldness in removing […]