CBD COP17: UNDP, UNICEF launch campaign to promote green careers among young people UNDP and UNICEF have launched a global campaign to help young people explore career opportunities and build skills for a sustainable, nature-positive, low-carbon future. The initiative aims to reach 500 million young people worldwide by the end of 2027. The post CBD COP17: UNDP, UNICEF launch campaign to promote green careers among young people appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 22:11 ☆
Mbah unveils multi-billion naira pharmaceutical company in Enugu The coming on stream of the company is expected to boost local drug manufacturing, create jobs and strengthen healthcare delivery in the country. The post Mbah unveils multi-billion naira pharmaceutical company in Enugu appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 21:56 ☆
Peter Obi promises support as family buries NDC supporter killed in Enugu PREMIUM TIMES earlier reported sporadic shootings at the airport and the NDC secretariat in Enugu State on 10 October during the party's governorship campaign flag-off. The post Peter Obi promises support as family buries NDC supporter killed in Enugu appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 21:44 ☆
Otu budgets N987.8bn for 2027, capital projects get 72% The governor said the 2027 budget represented a 2.57 per cent increase compared with the 2026 budget. The post Otu budgets N987.8bn for 2027, capital projects get 72% appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 21:33 ☆
NEC endorses 90-day plan to ease cost of living for Nigerians, but no specific details yet The health minister briefed the NEC on preparedness to tackle Ebola. The post NEC endorses 90-day plan to ease cost of living for Nigerians, but no specific details yet appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 21:22 ☆
Ebola: Nigerian govt says no restrictions on large gatherings for now Mr Pate also said the woman at the centre of Nigeria’s first confirmed case is recovering and that laboratory results were showing improvement. The post Ebola: Nigerian govt says no restrictions on large gatherings for now appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 21:12 ☆
Anambra seeks ₦70 billion from Nigeria’s stabilisation fund An official with RMAFC said the stabilisation fund provides fiscal assistance in deserving circumstances, subject to established guidelines, available resources and appropriate approval procedures. The post Anambra seeks ₦70 billion from Nigeria’s stabilisation fund appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 21:05 ☆
2027: Group targets 10,000 supporters for Tinubu’s campaign flag-off in Kaduna Arewa for Asiwaju (A4A), a political support group backing President Bola Tinubu, says it plans to bring 10,000 supporters from the 19 northern states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to the Kaduna rally. The post 2027: Group targets 10,000 supporters for Tinubu’s campaign flag-off in Kaduna appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 20:59 ☆
Olympic Qualifier: Eric Chelle invites 31 home-based players ahead of crucial DR Congo clash On the roster are four goalkeepers, nine defenders, eight midfielders and 10 forwards. The post Olympic Qualifier: Eric Chelle invites 31 home-based players ahead of crucial DR Congo clash appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 20:52 ☆
Ebola: APC campaign council accuses Atiku of politicising disease outbreak, says N10bn fund intact Atiku had earlier demanded an account of the fund, questioning the government’s handling of the confirmed Ebola case and its preparedness, surveillance and protection of healthcare workers. The post Ebola: APC campaign council accuses Atiku of politicising disease outbreak, says N10bn fund intact appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 20:44 ☆
Tinubu’s ₦10bn Ebola emergency fund still untouched, APC campaign council replies Atiku The APC Presidential Campaign Council says the ₦10 billion approved for Ebola preparedness in June has not been spent, rejecting Atiku Abubakar's criticism of the federal government's response to a confirmed case in Abuja. The post Tinubu’s ₦10bn Ebola emergency fund still untouched, APC campaign council replies Atiku appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 20:35 ☆
Katsina emir’s criticism of politicians: Shehu Sani revisits 2022 Waziri controversy Former Kaduna senator Shehu Sani has defended the Emir of Katsina's right to speak about insecurity and political conduct, recalling a 2022 dispute in which the Katsina Emirate Council queried a senior traditional titleholder who subsequently resigned. The post Katsina emir’s criticism of politicians: Shehu Sani revisits 2022 Waziri controversy appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 20:29 ☆
France reports first human case of Shamonda virus as patient dies The WHO said it was working with French authorities to establish the source of the infection, possible routes of transmission and any potential public health risks The post France reports first human case of Shamonda virus as patient dies appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 20:02 ☆
Court sentences IPOB member to 20 years in prison The convicted man, Paul Okechukwu, pleaded guilty to one out of the two-count charge preferred against him by the federal government. The post Court sentences IPOB member to 20 years in prison appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 19:55 ☆
Lawal swears in five new permanent secretaries The governor called for compliance with Public Service Rules while reiterating his administration’s continuing commitment to strengthening the institutions of Government and ensuring that the public service has the leadership, competence and discipline required to support his development aspirations. The post Lawal swears in five new permanent secretaries appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 19:49 ☆
Court admits $100,000 cash, phones, SUV in $700,000 fraud trial The EFCC alleged that Mr Joshua posed as the personal assistant to its chairman, Ola Olukoyede, and worked with Mr Hashim to carry out the scheme. The post Court admits $100,000 cash, phones, SUV in $700,000 fraud trial appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 19:41 ☆
2027: INEC addresses candidates’ list complaints, says preparations on track INEC says it has made substantial progress in implementing its electoral timetable, which includes the conduct of political party primaries, publication of the voters’ register and release of the final list of candidates for the elections. The post 2027: INEC addresses candidates’ list complaints, says preparations on track appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 19:27 ☆
Police arrest four suspects over killing of police inspector, civilian in Rivers An official said the police recovered several firearms and ammunition during the intelligence-led operation. The post Police arrest four suspects over killing of police inspector, civilian in Rivers appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 19:15 ☆
Why opposition eyes can’t see the colours of a rainbow, By Azu Ishiekwene With the general elections only three months away, opposition politicians are becoming increasingly good at running in circles. They have fancy names for this waste of time: consultations, tours, deliberations and meetings. As soon as one round ends, another begins – all motion, no movement. It is quite ironic that the ruling All Progressives Congress […] The post Why opposition eyes can’t see the colours of a rainbow, By Azu Ishiekwene appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 19:15 ☆
EFCC secures order to freeze account over alleged N1.06bn fraud EFCC said the individuals behind the company were Nigerians operating under the umbrella of a Chinese company. The post EFCC secures order to freeze account over alleged N1.06bn fraud appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 19:09 ☆
SROL champions responsible mining at Nigeria Mining Week 2026 SROL’s participation at NMW 2026 reinforces its commitment to sharing operational expertise, advancing responsible mining practices and supporting the development of a competitive mining industry The post SROL champions responsible mining at Nigeria Mining Week 2026 appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 19:05 ☆
Diri calls Duke pretender, alleges presidential ambition is bid for rehabilitation Bayelsa Governor Douye Diri has accused Donald Duke of pursuing his 2027 presidential ambition to rehabilitate his political image, deepening their dispute over the feasibility of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway. The post Diri calls Duke pretender, alleges presidential ambition is bid for rehabilitation appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 18:54 ☆
FIFA approves Normalisation Committee to run Nigerian football FIFA also set a deadline for the committee’s tenure, stating that its mandate would end once it had completed its assigned tasks, but no later than 31 May 2027. The post FIFA approves Normalisation Committee to run Nigerian football appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 18:47 ☆
Foundation seeks effective implementation of VAPP Law in Imo An official said the foundation will distribute copies of the VAPP Law, assess institutional bottlenecks, and support local government actors to establish designated reporting desks. The post Foundation seeks effective implementation of VAPP Law in Imo appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 17:07 ☆
CapitalSage Holdings announces 10Xcellence Celebration, new headquarters opening, three-day exhibition in Ibadan The four-day celebration will mark the opening of the Group’s new headquarters and feature an exhibition of its businesses across multiple sectors, with prizes to be won, including a car. The post CapitalSage Holdings announces 10Xcellence Celebration, new headquarters opening, three-day exhibition in Ibadan appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 17:05 ☆
Senate urges FG to seek foreign climate financing to protect Nigeria’s coastal settlements The upper chamber noted that about 80 per cent of homes and infrastructure in Ayetoro community, Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, have been lost to sea incursion. The post Senate urges FG to seek foreign climate financing to protect Nigeria’s coastal settlements appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 16:55 ☆
2027: Makinde defends running against Tinubu, says South-west can present two presidential candidates “My ambition is driven by the desire to provide Nigerians with an alternative leadership capable of addressing the country’s economic, security and developmental challenges.” The post 2027: Makinde defends running against Tinubu, says South-west can present two presidential candidates appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 16:52 ☆
2027: Posters, banners flood Kaduna as residents lament economic hardship, voice expectations As the APC prepares for its presidential campaign kick-off in Kaduna, residents express their expectations, with many demanding solutions to economic hardship, insecurity and unemployment. The post 2027: Posters, banners flood Kaduna as residents lament economic hardship, voice expectations appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 16:46 ☆
Senate passes bills to establish new universities in Delta, Cross River A Federal University of Agriculture is to be established in Orogun, Delta State, while a Federal University of Education will be established in Obudu, Cross River State. The post Senate passes bills to establish new universities in Delta, Cross River appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 16:35 ☆
Online Global Leadership Conference: Leadership that holds under pressure This Friday and Saturday, 23 and 24 October, we invite you to join us for the third annual BSN Global Leadership Conference, under the theme Leadership that Holds Under Pressure The post Online Global Leadership Conference: Leadership that holds under pressure appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 16:29 ☆
Adekunle Gold, Pesa commit $20,000 to sickle cell organisations The initiative will provide resources to help organisations build on their existing work and expand their reach within the sickle cell community. The post Adekunle Gold, Pesa commit $20,000 to sickle cell organisations appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 16:21 ☆
Africa CDC blames global neglect for lack of Bundibugyo Ebola vaccine Mr Kaseya said the Bundibugyo strain, first identified in Uganda 19 years ago, had caused only three outbreaks, yet no vaccine had been approved specifically for the disease The post Africa CDC blames global neglect for lack of Bundibugyo Ebola vaccine appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 16:14 ☆
Bill to empower NUC to strengthen university accreditation processes passes second reading at Senate The bill seeks to strengthen the NUC’s regulatory framework, promote global best practices in university education, and encourage innovation and research. The post Bill to empower NUC to strengthen university accreditation processes passes second reading at Senate appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 15:44 ☆
Cost of Living: Abiodun to cut food prices, expand bus fleet The governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to workers’ welfare and policies aimed at improving the living conditions of residents. The post Cost of Living: Abiodun to cut food prices, expand bus fleet appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 15:38 ☆
Reps consider bill to ban compulsory multi-year advance rent in FCT The bill also seeks to prohibit unlawful eviction practices, including threats or violence, disconnection of essential services, removal or destruction of a tenant’s property, changing locks without lawful authority and other forms of self-help. The post Reps consider bill to ban compulsory multi-year advance rent in FCT appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 15:29 ☆
Alleged Murder: Court warns defence against delay in trial of four IPOB members The prosecution alleged that the defendants conspired to commit acts of terrorism and were involved in the abduction of Ekpenyong Owoh, while he was travelling from Port Harcourt to Awka. The post Alleged Murder: Court warns defence against delay in trial of four IPOB members appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 15:25 ☆
Election Campaigns: FRSC bars officers from escorting politicians Abimbola Owolabi, zonal commanding officer, RS6, gave the directive during her maiden visit to the Cross River Command in Calabar on Wednesday. The post Election Campaigns: FRSC bars officers from escorting politicians appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 15:03 ☆
Nigeria has 500 epidemiologists, govt should let them lead Ebola response, expert says A veteran epidemiologist says Nigeria has 500 trained specialists who should lead the Ebola response, warning that the time taken to detect the confirmed case reveals the need for effective surveillance and contact tracing. The post Nigeria has 500 epidemiologists, govt should let them lead Ebola response, expert says appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 14:56 ☆
Edo Queens accept CAF decision, vow to fight for Women’s Champions League spot While admitting that the outcome was not what the club had hoped for, the Nigerian champions stressed that their decision to proceed with the match was driven by the need to settle the contest on the pitch and give both teams the opportunity to determine the outcome through football The post Edo Queens accept CAF decision, vow to fight for Women’s Champions League spot appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 14:40 ☆
MacArthur President urges Africa to move from AI talk to action He spoke during a fireside chat titled “Positioning Africa in the Global AI Order: Capital, Talent, and Trust.” The post MacArthur President urges Africa to move from AI talk to action appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 14:28 ☆
Tinubu commissions section of Kano-Kaduna highway President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday commissioned Section III of the long-awaited Abuja–Kaduna–Zaria–Kano Expressway, stretching across Kaduna and Kano states. The post Tinubu commissions section of Kano-Kaduna highway appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 14:22 ☆
Police arraign man for allegedly kidnapping, killing victims The police charged the defendant with six counts, including illegal possession of firearms and hostage-taking resulting in the victims' deaths. The post Police arraign man for allegedly kidnapping, killing victims appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 14:15 ☆
Ebola: Africa CDC warns African leaders against politicising outbreak, finger-pointing Speaking on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Thursday, Mr Kaseya said he was familiar with the political dynamics across Africa, particularly in West Africa, and had been engaging leaders concerned about the outbreak. The post Ebola: Africa CDC warns African leaders against politicising outbreak, finger-pointing appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 14:09 ☆
Ogun schools shut again as toxic gas sends over 100 pupils to hospital Between April and October, over 300 school children and teachers across parts of the state, heightening concerns among parents and schools. The post Ogun schools shut again as toxic gas sends over 100 pupils to hospital appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 13:43 ☆
FG launches five-year plan to eliminate lead poisoning The plan aims to strengthen surveillance, regulation and enforcement, with the minister urging stakeholders to address lead exposure at its sources. The post FG launches five-year plan to eliminate lead poisoning appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 13:22 ☆
Ebola: Africa CDC urges African ownership, accountability in outbreak response Africa CDC says African governments must invest in their health systems and hold aid partners accountable as the continent responds to the Bundibugyo virus outbreak. The post Ebola: Africa CDC urges African ownership, accountability in outbreak response appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 13:16 ☆
Ebola: Africa CDC seeks full travel history of Nigeria’s patient to trace source of infection Mr Kaseya said the woman, who was born in Uganda but resides in Abuja, spent several days in her home country before her husband, a diplomat, travelled to join her. The post Ebola: Africa CDC seeks full travel history of Nigeria’s patient to trace source of infection appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 12:52 ☆
Bauchi mosque removes imam over alleged campaign for Tinubu’s 2027 re-election The management committee of Masjid Abdullahi Bin Zubbair in Madina Quarters, Bauchi State, also rejected an alleged proposal by the imam to rename the mosque after the president. The post Bauchi mosque removes imam over alleged campaign for Tinubu’s 2027 re-election appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 12:28 ☆
Seplat Energy appoints Effiong Okon as chief executive officer Mr Okon takes over the leadership of the enlarged company following this expansion, with responsibility for overseeing its operations, project delivery, production growth, and gas development strategy. The post Seplat Energy appoints Effiong Okon as chief executive officer appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 12:00 ☆
Anambra deploys nurses to airport, activates Ebola hotlines An official cautioned residents against unproven preventive practices, including drinking or bathing with salt water, stressing that such measures could not prevent Ebola infection. The post Anambra deploys nurses to airport, activates Ebola hotlines appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . premiumtimesng.com · 2026-10-22 11:48 ☆