Construction crisis: 18 deaths in three disasters, barely one month
Tragedies expose the human cost of persistent failures in construction oversight.
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We gave Tinubu the highest votes in 2023, we are reaping the benefits
…Vows constituency will give president 250, 000 votes in next polls …Call Igbos the Lionel Messi of Nigeria By Funmi Ajumobi As Nigeria navigates economic challenges, growing security concerns and the political calculations ahead of the 2027 general elections, questions surroundi
Their silent fears: What's keeping opposition chiefs awake in 2027 poll plan
For opposition leaders, the road to the 2027 general election is a delicate balancing act.
Is Jägermeister leaving South African shelves?
Is German liqueur Jägermeister being discontinued in South Africa? Here is the truth behind the viral claims...
Igando accident: Woman killed as Lexus rams into commercial bus
…LASEMA responds to three emergencies across Lagos, rescues stranded motorists By Matthew Johnson A woman has been killed after a Lexus car rammed into a commercial minibus at Igando, Lagos State, in an accident that also left the bus driver injured. The Lagos State Emergency Man
Teachers in refugee camps get Sh9,000 monthly as others take home Sh30,000 or more, new study finds
Around 9 out of 10 teachers in refugee camps earn less than Sh9,000 per month.
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WHO MADE 2026?: Heroes, villains and moegoes: nominate your People of the Year 2026
Help us choose who makes the shortlists for Daily Maverick’s People of the Year. Nominate in as many of our 13 categories as you like before 20 November.
Sex agreement should be part of marriage contract
By Olaosebikan Olaniyi Marriage is a contract, and every serious contract should be explicit about its most important terms. Sex is central to marriage. It affects emotional bonding, physical health, fidelity, and long-term satisfaction. Leaving it to assumptions and unspoken exp
Confrontation over holiday and why I went into hiding
I called the sub-county director, but he did not pick up my call, I needed no calculator to...
2027: This is your government, Youth Minister courts young voters for Tinubu’s second term
…Says reforms are painful, but Nigeria is moving forward …‘President is fixing what previous governments left broken’ By Johnbosco Agbakwuru Comrade Ayodele Olawande is the Minister of Youth Development. Olawande is one of the youngest ministers the country has had. In this inter
Shamsher Gilani: A lifetime of giving back to Nakuru
What began as an effort to provide food soon evolved into a broader mission to help children...
NNL: Amuneke Cautions Heartland Against Underestimating Eko United
Heartland technical adviser Emmanuel Amuneke has cautioned his players against underestimating Eko United ahead of their Nigeria National League, NNL, encounter, Completesports.com reports. The Naze Millionaires will be seeking their first victory of the season when they face Eko
To land a job in Kenya, you should be Francis Atwoli
One would think Kenya has run out of professionals to sit on public boards.
2027 U-23 AFCONQ: Zadok Ruled Out Of DR Congo Rematch
Brighton winger Zadok Yohanna will miss Nigeria’s second-leg encounter against the Democratic Republic of Congo in the second qualifying round of the 2027 Africa U-23 Cup of Nations due to injury. The 19-year-old was forced off during the first leg at the TP Mazembe Stadium in Lu
What 'sober' Kenyans say about Ruto's record after Uhuru spat
The president appears to be living in a bubble, consumed by his own yardstick of success and distant from the suffering Kenyans face.
2027: Udeh unveils ATM support group for Tinubu, Mbah, APC candidates
The political support group, As Tinubu and Mbah Move (ATM), is to mobilise support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah and other All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates in the 2027 general elections. The post 2027: Udeh unveils A
Kalonzo: I Would Rather Retire Than Betray Opposition Unity
"Many have said that we will not unite while some are saying that if it's me I will throw my weight behind Ruto. I want to tell naysayers that I am ready to support whoever is chosen and I would rather retire from politics than become a divisive traitor to my brothers," he said.
Rights group hails DSS Director General, Ajayi, over The Sun ‘Courage in Leadership Award’
The group commended the Service’s new era of rule-of-law compliance, judicial respect, and victim compensation, adding that the honour has validated modernisation of Nigeria’s intelligence architecture The post Rights group hails DSS Director General, Ajayi, over The Sun ‘Courage
Love under watch: How technology is fuelling intimate partner abuse
The most common form of abuse is online control, reported by 19% of women, followed by hacking at 5% and online sexual harassment or cyber sexual abuse at 3%.
Reopening Africa’s wounds, waiting for gangrene to set in, By Owei Lakemfa
A tragedy engineered by Morocco, watered by Western Europe and the United States (US) with the connivance of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) is unfolding in Africa. War has become inevitable on the continent with the UNSC reversing the peace process in Western Sahara a
No relief for motorists as fuel prices remain unchanged
Fuel prices unchanged in EPRA latest review to cushion consumers; petrol to retail at Sh226.96 per litre, diesel at Sh227.76 and kerosene at Sh219.87 per litre, in Nairobi.
Re: Obasanjo: Why debt is an instrument of leverage for purposeful governance, By ‘Tope Fasua
On the contrary though, I posit that debt can build generations. In fact debt has built generations. All the countries that matter borrowed by leveraging their cash flows to get where they are. My earlier argument in the article stands. The Western world has only played with pean
UN secretary-general marks last climate summit with call to make polluters pay
“Those who pollute the least are those who are paying the highest price,” Mr Guterres said. The post UN secretary-general marks last climate summit with call to make polluters pay appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
Tanzania vs Nigeria: Injury knocks Lookman out of next crucial test
Lookman was forced off late in the first half in Uyo and was replaced by Moses Simon. The post Tanzania vs Nigeria: Injury knocks Lookman out of next crucial test appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
Thigh Sprain Knocks Lookman Out Of Super Eagles Reverse Tie Against Tanzania
Nigeria will be without the services of Ademola Lookman when they take on Tanzania on Tuesday in the reverse tie of their AFCON qualifiers game, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. Lookman went off in the first half yesterday during the 3-1 win for Nigeria, which takes them to within one
SWOOSH Lyrics by Juls, Projexx, Silent Addy & Disco Neil
Juls, Projexx, Silent Addy and Disco Neil Lyrics Juls, Projexx, Silent Addy, and Disco Neil’s “SWOOSH” is an infectious, high-energy dancehall anthem filled with catchy rhythms, celebrating wealth, luxury, attractive women, and carefree partying. Blending playful Jamaican patois,
Commando Lyrics by Joshua Baraka Feat. Tiwa Savage
Joshua Baraka and Tiwa Savage Lyrics Commando lyrics by Joshua Baraka featuring Tiwa Savage is a resilient, mid-tempo Afro-fusion track about relentless hustle, overcoming betrayal, and guarding one's peace. Blending English, Nigerian Pidgin, and Luganda, Joshua Baraka and Tiwa S
Mark Your Calendars! Lagos International Theatre Festival Returns to MUSON Centre This November
The Lagos International Theatre Festival (LITF) returns for its 2026 edition on November 14–15 at the MUSON Centre, Lagos, bringing together an exciting programme of theatre from Nigeria and around the world. The festival, which attracts more than 25,000 attendees across its prog
Her Enterprise, Africa’s Advantage: HerSphere Global Summit 2026 Convenes Africa’s Foremost Women Leaders in Lagos
Africa’s economic story is increasingly being written by women. Across the continent, women own and operate a remarkable share of small and growing enterprises, sustain household and community economies, and drive innovation in sectors from finance and technology to the creative
Why More Nigerian Youngsters Are Using Smaller European Leagues As A Gateway To Elite Football
For a talented Nigerian teenager, the dream is usually easy to describe: reach one of Europe’s biggest leagues as quickly as possible. The reality is often more complicated. A direct move from a Nigerian academy to the Premier League, La Liga or Bundesliga can look attractive, bu
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