Group demands probe of Uche Nnaji’s continued drawing of salary despite exit as minister
In June, Peoples Gazette, an online newspaper, reported that IPPIS records it obtained showed that Mr Nnaji has continued to...
Peter Obi demands Tinubu’s retirement, cites inability to solve economic crisis
Mr Obi, a former governor of Anambra State, argued that the president is “tired” and no longer has the capacity...
How I’ll unify Nigeria, heal civil war wounds if elected – Peter Obi
Over three million people - mainly from Eastern Nigeria - died while property worth billions of Naira was destroyed during...
Many students feared trapped as three-storey building collapses
The incident, PREMIUM TIMES gathered, happened on Sunday night at Amaokpala, Oko, Orumba North Local Government Area.
Varsity expels two students over gay practice
Nigeria's anti-gay law, enacted in January 2014, stipulates a 14-year prison term for anyone convicted of same-sex relations.
Gov Mbah reacts to Enugu Air runway incident in Benin
PREMIUM TIMES earlier reported that an Enugu Air Embraer E170, operating Flight 4264 from Lagos, veered off the runway after...
Nigerian governor files N5 billion lawsuit against APC spokesman
The APC chieftain had claimed in May that an unnamed business man, former party member and close friend of Mr...
US lawmaker seeks Nnamdi Kanu’s release, hints at cutting aid to Nigeria
Mr Kanu was convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment for terrorism in November last year after being found guilty of...
Peter Obi reacts to Enugu Air runway incident in Benin
PREMIUM TIMES earlier reported that an Enugu Air Embraer E170, operating Flight 4264 from Lagos, veered off the runway after...
Gunmen invade Anambra community, kill four, raze houses
Although the police did not specifically identify the victims, sources informed PREMIUM TIMES that the victims were herders residing at...
Ebonyi government to curb arbitrary rents, agency fees
Similar to the situation in Ebonyi, a member of the Enugu State House of Assembly, Okeh Mbah, sponsored a bill...
Lawyer threatens lawsuit against man who asked govt to kill Nnamdi Kanu
While appearing as a guest on News Central TV on Monday, Chigozie Nnabugwu, an indigene of Imo State, had called...
Group sues Umahi, IGP, others over Mary Habila’s death
PREMIUM TIMES earlier reported that Mary Habila, who was attached to Dave Umahi, was brought dead to the David Umahi...
Suspect arrested as troops dismantle kidnap syndicate, rescue victim
“The operation, carried out on 17 July 2026, resulted in the arrest of a suspect, recovery of ransom proceeds, and...
Choirmaster jailed for raping, impregnating teenage girl during ‘deliverance’
The court delivered the judgement on Friday 17 July, according to a charge sheet obtained on Sunday.
Court jails ‘prophet’ who defrauded church members of N136m
The EFCC told the court that its investigations showed that the modus operandi of the self-acclaimed prophet was luring his...
Nigerian university suspends lecturer over sexual misconduct
Earlier this week, a viral video clip surfaced on social media alleging that the university lecturer was caught having a...
Why there is blackout in Enugu – Electricity company
The electricity company said that the explosion at its substation occurred at about 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
Teacher accused of flogging student to death surrenders to police
The police announced on Friday that they had launched a manhunt for the teacher for allegedly flogging a 12-year-old boy...
Umahi gives more revelations about relationship with Mary Habila
PREMIUM TIMES earlier reported that Mary Habila, who was attached to Dave Umahi, was brought in dead to the David...
Man remanded for alleged rape of his daughter, 14
Police said the man was remanded after he was arraigned on Wednesday before the Gender Magistrate Court in Awka, Anambra...
Police to hire pathologist for autopsy on Mary Habila – official
PREMIUM TIMES earlier reported that Mary Habila, who was attached to Dave Umahi, was brought dead to the David Umahi...
Why we rejected autopsy on Mary Habila despite controversial death — Family
PREMIUM TIMES previously reported that Mary Habila, who was attached to the office of Dave Umahi, was brought dead to...
How Tinubu is rebuilding South-east to heal wounds of civil war – Soludo
The governor explained that his latest praise of Mr Tinubu stemmed from a message he received from the Presidency on...
Court adjourns Nnamdi Emeh’s trial as CSOs demand release
Mr Emeh faces 12-count charges, including impersonation, illegal possession of firearms, and leaking information regarding alleged corruption, extrajudicial killings, and...
