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Apr 25

Nigerian chess master Onakoya visits Governor Sanwo-Olu after record-breaking feat

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Tinubu gives Jim Ovia govt appointment: President Tinubu said he believes Mr Ovia will bring his immense wealth of experience and professional stature to this ...

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Apr 25

Resident doctors hail Governor Sani over salary payment: The ARD wants to present an award to the governor to convey its appreciation for his efforts.

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WMD: Tinubu's aide takes malaria eradication campaign to Makoko slum - Healthwise

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Apr 19

The founder of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Boniface Aniebonam, says the move by the former governor of Kano State ... Show more

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Apr 22

Kano Court lifts ex-parte order on Ganduje’s suspension: Mr Ganduje, through his lawyer, responded to the ex-parte order, and the judge subsequently lifted the ...

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Apr 20

Tinubu celebrates Onakoya’s new world chess record: President Bola Tinubu has commended Chess maestro, Tunde Onakoya, on setting a new world chess record.

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Quick Glance: Nigerian Chess Champion Sets New Record in New York

Nigerian chess champion Tunde Onakoya has surpassed the previous record for the longest chess marathon by playing an impressive 60 hours nonstop.

Onakoya aims to raise $1 million for a charity supporting education for children across Africa.

He competed against US chess champion Shawn Martinez and received support from celebrities like Davido and Adekunle Gold.

The match garnered significant attention in Nigeria and was broadcast in multiple locations, including Lagos, with watch parties and digital billboards.

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Apr 20

Caleb varsity founder lauds Tinubu’s education policies The founder of Caleb Group of Schools, Oladega Adebogun, has lauded the education policies initiated ... Show more

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Apr 16

Shettima leads tributes for Ezeife, lauds ex-Anambra governor’s visionary leadership

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Apr 18

Tinubu approves national education data system: President Bola Tinubu has approved an extensive census of schools in Nigeria from primary to tertiary level ...

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Apr 08

Tinubu to construct 8,800 new PHCs, approves national health fellows programme – Official

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Apr 01

Why Kaduna APC Women Leader was suspended ----------------------- “If you say there is no money in Kaduna State, why don’t you resign? Read more here: APC suspends Women Leader for attacking Kaduna governor over El-Rufai

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Apr 09

Kano governor reappoints official sacked for trolling VP Shettima: The governor's spokesperson, Sanusi Bature, on Tuesday, announced that Mr Imam was ...

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Mar 25

“President Tinubu, in deference to this challenging time, said he will not host any birthday event and does not want any of his associates and numerous ... Show more

I’ll dedicate my birthday to nation building, no celebrations – Tinubu

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Mar 27

The Governor of Kano State, Abba Yusuf, has nominated a son of his political godfather and former governor of the state, Rabiu Kwankwaso ... Show more

Kano governor appoints Kwankwaso's son as commissioner, reappoints official sacked for threatening judges

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Apr 06

He said the NNPP was the only hope for Nigerians, saying that the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) had failed the people ... Show more

Nigerian military can end security challenges -Kwankwaso

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Apr 13

We’ll continue promoting distance learning to improve access to education – Tinubu

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Apr 13

PREMIUM TIMES MORNING UPDATES FOR APRIL 13th, 2024. =================== ===================Nigeria first to introduce new vaccine against ... Show more

Nigeria first to introduce new vaccine against meningitis

Ondo 2024: APC inaugurates seven-member governorship screening panel

Kidnapped Taraba varsity students regain freedom

Kingmakers appoint next Olubadan of Ibadan

Jnr Pope: Police recover three more bodies

EXCLUSIVE: UK tribunal imposes more punishment on Nigerian doctor accused of sex with patient

NUJ seeks immediate release of Channels TV reporter

UN raises alarm over famine in Sudan

Eid-el-Fitr: 10 die in 10 road crashes in Ogun – FRSC

Governor Adeleke sets up 'action committee' on sexual violence against women

Tinubu to Governors, NASS: Let's unite to make Nigeria greater | Premium Times Nigeria

ASUU chapter seeks reconstitution of governing councils of federal universities

Court fixes date for hearing of sacked Edo deputy governor Shaibu’s suit

UNICAL VC to speak on relevance of human capital development to Nigeria’s economic recovery

Lassa Fever: Nigeria records one death, 15 cases in one week

UPDATED: Naira Abuse: Court sentences Bobrisky to jail without option of fine

Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway: Umahi replies Atiku, says project to gulp N15trn

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Apr 21

Caleb varsity founder hails Tinubu’s education reforms: Adebogun, has hailed President Bola Tinubu’s policies on education, stressing that the sector has begun ...

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Apr 17

Tinubu eyes $4bn annual savings from reduced bureaucracies: President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday said Nigeria stands to benefit about $2.7bn annually by implementing ...

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Apr 08

Local companies to produce passport: Under the leadership of Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the Ministry of Interior has commenced discussions with Nigerian companies ...

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Apr 09

Ondo 2024: Akinterinwa, Aiyedatiwa clash over allegations of attacks on supporters

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Apr 09

GAVI hails Tinubu on local vaccine production - Healthwise: The Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunisation has commended President Bola Tinubu for his ...

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Mar 30

Zack Orji departs UK for post-surgery assessment: Zack Orji underwent a successful brain surgery in January.

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Mar 29

What we’ll do if Wike’s ‘trouble’ continues in Rivers – PDP leaders: The remark by the PDP leaders shows that the feud between Governor Fubara and Mr Wike is far ...

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Apr 08

WTO urges African leaders to prioritise investment: The Director General of the World Trade Organisation, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has urged African leaders to ...

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Mar 29

Nigeria’s First Lady donates N1 billion to support fight against tuberculosis: Mrs Tinubu dedicated the investiture to one of her staff, who she said lost his ...

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Mar 28

Tinubu extends tenure of FCT head of service: The extension letter was signed by Chidi Amadi, the chief of staff to the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, on Wednesday.

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Mar 20

Nigeria's sovereign fund to pilot development of 20 megawatts solar plant: Nigeria's sovereign fund plans to build a 20 megawatts solar power plant in ...

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Apr 02

Autism: First lady calls for early diagnosis, inclusion: First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has called for early diagnosis and intervention for individuals with autism ...

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Apr 14

FG targets 25,000 jobs, $2.5bn in CNG scheme: Michael Oluwagbemi, on Friday, announced that the Federal Government under President Bola Tinubu was targeting over ...

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Mar 27

What Tinubu said at funeral of 17 slain Nigerian soldiers: "The officers and soldiers who lost their lives that day were patriots, brave and noble men who ...

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Mar 31

Lagos unveils new policy to improve access to clean water, sanitation - Healthwise

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Mar 26

Akintelure: Ondo governorship aspirants suspend campaigns as governor, APC mourns

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Mar 20

VIDEO: Tinubu breaks fast with FEC members

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Mar 25

Tinubu tackling human trafficking through social investment programmes — AGF: The FG says it is addressing trafficking in persons from the roots through its ...

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Mar 09

Nigeria pauses controversial expatriate employment levy: The levy, imposed last week, has been met with widespread condemnation from the private sector.

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Mar 25

FEC okays N1.5tn road projects, N140bn agric loan: The Federal Government has deducted over N415bn from state government allocations to service their external ...

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Mar 25

Tinubu approves Renewed Hope Infrastructure Development Fund: The Fund will invest in critical national projects that will, among other things ...

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William Ruto and Bola Tinubu: Africa's 'flying presidents' under fire: The Kenyan and Nigerian presidents face domestic criticism for their frequent trips abroad ...

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Quick Glance: Africa's 'Flying Presidents'

Kenyan President William Ruto and Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu attend events.

Kenyan newspaper dubs Mr Ruto the 'Flying President'.

Nigeria's opposition leader criticizes Tinubu's trips, labeling him 'tourist-in-chief'.

Experts highlight the necessity of some trips while questioning others as 'wasteful'.

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Mar 07

“Since we assumed office in May 2023, we have attracted $30 billion in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) commitments into the real sectors of the economy ... Show more

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Mar 19

Tinubu appoints new leadership of Almajiri education commission: President Tinubu expects that the new appointees will bring their vast experience into the ...

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Apr 13

NGN/USD: Why Nigeria’s Currency Rebounded and What It Means: Nigeria pumps almost 1.5 million barrels of oil a day, making it the continent’s biggest producer ...

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Mar 25

ROUNDUP: Speedy consideration of Tinubu’s requests, Wike’s strange demand, others top stories at House of Reps

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NGN/USD: Why Nigeria’s Currency Rebounded and What It Means: Nigeria pumps almost 1.5 million barrels of oil a day, making it the continent’s biggest producer ...

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JUST IN: Tinubu appoints chairman, executive secretary for Almajiri commission: President Bola Tinubu has adjusted the appointments he approved at the National ...

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Mar 22

Lagos to partner MasterCard on technology: The Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has stated his resolve to collaborate with Mastercard to promote ...

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Mar 05

PHOTOS: Political, Business Leaders Pay Tribute at Wigwe's Memorial Service Political figures and business leaders, on Monday ... Show more

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Nigeria imposes annual levy on expatriate workers: President Bola Tinubu says the levy should not be used to frustrate potential investors.

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Quick Glance: New Levy for Foreign Workers in Nigeria

Nigeria has introduced an annual levy for organizations employing foreign workers.

President Bola Tinubu emphasized that the levy is not intended to hinder potential investors.

The goal is to balance employment between Nigerians and expatriates and promote indigenous workforce.

Over 150,000 expatriates work mainly in the sectors of oil and gas, construction, telecommunication, and hospitality in Nigeria.

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Mar 23

Minister plans local content bill for power sector: The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, says the ministry is planning to have a law that will promote local ...

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Mar 09

IWD: Tinubu’s daughter urges women participation in nation building: Iyaloja-General, Mrs Folasade Tinubu-Ojo, has reiterated the importance of women's ...

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Quick Glance: International Women's Day: History and Significance

International Women's Day celebrated on 8 March for over a century.

Originated from demands for better working conditions and voting rights in the labor movement.

Clara Zetkin and the UN played key roles in global recognition of the day.

Global celebrations and themes, emphasizing inclusion and gender equality importance.

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Mar 07

Putting Tinubu's sons before ministers on protocol list disturbing -Abati Arise TV journalist and former media aide to the president, Reuben Abati ... Show more

Putting Tinubu's sons before ministers on protocol list disturbing

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Mar 19

Lagos decentralised over 300 PHCs to improve healthcare delivery - Sanwo-Olu - Healthwise

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Mar 12

Atiku denies quitting PDP, slams TinubuFormer Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has dismissed reports that he has dumped the Peoples Democratic Party.Atiku denies quitting PDP, slams Tinubu - Punch Newspapers

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Apr 04

Nigeria to Offer Student Loans to Expand Access to Education: Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu signed a law setting up a student loan fund to expand access to ...

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Mar 05

Nigeria records $30bn Foreign Direct Investment in nine months – Tinubu: Mr Tinubu says Nigeria has attracted unprecedented opportunities to reset the course and ...

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Mar 03

Report any bribe-seeking Nigerian official to me, Tinubu tells Qatari investors: "Do not offer a bribe to any of our people, and if it is requested or taken ...

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Mar 11

Remove import duties on food items, activist urges Tinubu: The Convener of Concerned Nigerians, Deji Adeyanju, has urged President Bola Tinubu to temporarily ...

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Apr 05

Tinubu seeks deeper ties with Jamaica, Australia, Romania : President Bola Tinubu on Friday welcomed newly-appointed ambassadors to Nigeria ...

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Mar 12

FG to establish welding centres in six geopolitcal zones: President Bola Tinubu says the National Centres for Training and Welding will be established for ...

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Mar 07

Tinubu orders ministers to implement only research-driven policiesPresident Bola Tinubu has directed relevant Ministries ... Show more

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Feb 26

Economic Crisis: “Now, the exchange rate has come down from N1800 to maybe 1600 and N1500 now, and as you all know, everything in Nigeria is indexed to the ... Show more

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Feb 19

Nigeria's Economic Crisis: What I would have done differently as president - Atiku “Tinubu’s new policy FX management policy was hurriedly put together ... Show more

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Mar 07

Tackle insecurity to ensure food security, SAN urges Tinubu Tackle insecurity to ensure food security, SAN urges Tinubu

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Economic hardship: Nigerians will smile soon, says Edun: Edun disclosed this while speaking at the burial of Dr Onaolapo Soleye, former Finance Minister ...

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Mar 20

President’s wife inaugurates Bauchi ICT centre, education facilities: Nigeria’s First Lady and National Chairperson of the ‘Renewed Hope Initiative ...

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Mar 08

NANS urges governors to appoint student representatives as advisers The National Association of Nigerian Students has appealed to state governors to engage ... Show more

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Feb 25

Qatar reverses self, says ready to host business forum during Tinubu’s visit: The Qatari government had earlier said it could not host the side event ...

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Feb 27

Tinubu advocates greater home-grown skill retention, technology domestication: President Tinubu also canvassed greater balancing of employment opportunities ...

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Mar 26

Helldivers 2 Cheater Pretends to Be Game Master Joel, Drops Unreleased APC in Random Group, Leaves - IGN

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Feb 17

Tinubu urges AU leaders to allow Nigeria host African Central Bank: Tinubu addressed leaders at the 37th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and ...

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Mar 28

FG eyes N5trn VAT in 2024: The chairman, represented by an official of the agency, Mr Matthew Osanekwe said the VAT has been on the increase since 2019 quoting ...

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Feb 13

“Nigeria will become a net-exporter of food. We are bringing thousands of tractors. Food production will be greatly expanded through aggressive mechanization ... Show more

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Feb 26

Why Nigeria’s hope rests with Igbo – Shettima: Mr Shettima spoke on Monday during the flag off of South-east’s for Light up Nigeria project at the Old Government ...

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Mar 08

Customs CG blames illegal exportation for food insecurity: The Nigerian Customs Service has blamed the current hardship experienced by Nigerians following the ...

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Mar 13

RMAFC alarm on high cost of governance: To salvage the situation, Nigeria should emplace fiscal federalism, and attract private investment for capital ...

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Mar 04

Qatar team to pay Nigeria follow-up visit on bilateral agreements: President Bola Tinubu, on Sunday, in Doha, the capital of Qatar, said Nigerian youths are ...

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“The governors have also agreed to join hands with Mr President to deepen their own investment in the agricultural sector so that more food will be made ... Show more

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Mar 12

Nigeria’s VAT not working, says EU-ECOWAS delegation: The European Union and ECOWAS delegation to Nigeria has said that the Value Added Tax system in the country ...

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Mar 24

Tinubu’s math class, undersea cables and Meta’s promise: On Thursday evening, President Bola Tinubu stood among senators to deliver his first Math lecture as ...

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