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THE African Democratic Congress (ADC) has issued a caution to the newly appointed National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, urging him not to exploit his past role as a Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) to manipulate the country’s electoral system in favour of the ruling party. While congratulating Professor Yilwatda on his appointment, the fourth …

Speaking at the Nigeria Human Rights Conference in Enugu, Justice Bello emphasised that the governors’ reluctance to sign death warrants is contributing to the perpetuation of crimes in society.  A former Chief Judge of the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Abuja, Justice Ishaq Usman Bello, has urged governors to sign death warrants for inmates convicted of capital offences who have …

Over the decades, the Super Falcons have treated fans to memorable moments, nerve-wracking finishes, and displays of absolute dominance When it comes to women’s football in Africa, Nigeria’s Super Falcons are in a league of their own. With nine Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) titles already in their cabinet and a tenth final appearance against Morocco on the horizon, their legacy …

Elon Musk’s Starlink was down for hours last night following a global outage – and users vented their fury, demanding refunds for the satellite internet service Elon Musk has this morning addressed the worldwide blackout his satellite internet Starlink has suffered. Tens of thousands of users reported issues with Starlink at the peak of the outage last night. Reports of issues began to surge …

During a political rally in Edo State on Friday, Monday Okpebholo warned Mr Obi not to enter the state without notifying him or obtaining security clearance. The 2023 Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has responded to recent “threats” by Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State that he (Okpebholo) would not allow Mr Obi to enter the South-south state. Remarks against …

According to the source, the presiding judge, apparently rattled by sustained media attention and public pressure, has now fixed August 11 and 12, 2025, for the conclusion of the defence stage. The long-delayed trial of 15 domestic workers accused of stealing jewellery belonging to former Nigerian First Lady, Patience Jonathan, has finally resumed at the Bayelsa State High Court. SaharaReporters …

The official added that Emmanuel Ikazoboh has been appointed to take Mr Dangote’s position on the board. Nigerian businessman and Group President & Chief Executive of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has retired as chairman of the board of directors at Dangote Cement. A top official of the company, who declined to have their name in print, confirmed the development to PREMIUM TIMES …

The Presidency has responded to claims by former Kano State governor and 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, dismissing his assertion that the North has been sidelined under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. Kwankwaso had raised the alarm during a stakeholders’ dialogue on the 2025 constitutional amendment held in Kano on Thursday, accusing …

The Federal Government has described as misleading and inaccurate reports in some sections of the media that it has set a new minimum age of 12 years for admission into Junior Secondary School 1 (JSS1). Specifically, it emphasised that the minimum age for admission into JSS 1 remains 10 years. A statement by the Director, Press and Public Relations, Federal …

By Idahosa Musa Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC) said it has recruited over 70 staff to replace exiting personnel and maintain a balanced workforce across its regions. Acting Managing Director, Engr. Jonathan Lawani told journalists on Thursday in Benin that BEDC has concluded plans to sign its long-awaited Condition of Service document on July 31, 2025. Lawani explained that the …