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Ata Ikiddeh, a close friend and former aide to Godswill Akpabio, the president of the Nigerian Senate, speaks on the controversy around the leaked private communication between Mr Akpabio and his late friend, Ufot Ebong.

What PBAT’s administration has succeeded in doing with the increases in petrol pump prices is inflicting extra hunger, additional suffering and more pain on Nigerians, propelling hyper-inflation, financial deprivation, closure of industries, high-level job insecurity, negative economic growth, and the underdevelopment of Nigerians and Nigeria.

Mr Pate disclosed that a situation analysis on AMR found that it is predominant not only among the country's population but also among animals, crop-sourced food, and the environment.

Nigeria debuted at the 57th edition of the Venice Biennale, held between 13 May 2017 and 26 November 2017.

The statement said the security operatives manhandled the journalist while she was still in her nightwear and took her to an undisclosed location.

On the eve of its National Day, Spain issued a strongly worded statement, saying: “The Government of Spain strongly condemns the Israeli shots that have hit the UNIFIL headquarters… The government strongly condemns Israel’s new assault on the UNIFIL headquarters in Naqoura, which has caused further injuries among peacekeeping personnel.

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Elijah Olaluyi, a photojournalist, died on Thursday after a brief illness. The post Reps mourn Nigerian journalist appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

“He did not stop but unfortunately jumped into the canal," the spokesperson said.

The approved minimum wage is 21 per cent higher than the amount approved by the federal government.

A statement by the governor's spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, revealed that the decision was made after a careful investigation of the inmates' records.

The draw, held in Sale, Morocco, on Friday, pits Edo Queens against defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies of South Africa in Group B The post Edo Queens to face title holders in CAF Women’s Champions League group stage appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Abia North senator, Orji Kalu, also said the National Assembly did not purchase official vehicles for senators.

Concerns rose in court over the absence of Binance executive, Mr Gambaryan, before a prison official explained his whereabouts.

On Thursday, Kenya’s senate voted to dismiss Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua from office by impeachment on five out of 11 charges levelled against him The post Kenya’s President Ruto chooses interior minister as new deputy appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The university's vice-chancellor, Wahab Egbewole, disclosed this during a press conference heralding the 39th convocation of the institution.

The first rollout of the vaccine will be in Bayelsa and Kebbi, two states with high seasonal transmission of malaria.

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The conviction and sentencing of the prosecutors in Italy for breaching their professional duty and ethics should serve as a lesson to their counterparts in Nigeria.

Meanwhile, APC in Ondo State has lashed out at Mr Ahmed for his comments on the crisis in opposition parties.

Despite its success, the championship has faced significant challenges, particularly sponsorship. The post Zainab Saleh International Female Open Karate Championship unveils 10th edition appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Speaking at the event, Mr Gbadegesin said the city’s 23 million residents generate 5.46 million tonnes of waste annually.

Abdul Ningi, a senator, said the speculations that Mr Akpabio was going to be removed were sponsored by some individuals outside the National Assembly The post Akpabio: Presidency reacts to alleged impeachment, Senate passes vote of confidence appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Mr Adam said about 100 victims were taken to hospitals in Kano, Nguru in Yobe State, Jahun, Hadejia, and Gumel.

President Tinubu noted Ooni's extraordinary leadership and maturity since ascending the throne at 41, emphasising his significant role in preserving the rich traditions of the Yoruba people.

The petitioner is seeking, among other things, the dissolution of her 13-year marriage to her husband.

Nigeria’s health minister describes the arrival of the malaria vaccine as a historic step in the fight against malaria.

After leading Nigeria to the men’s title in Ethiopia, Aruna has had to pull out because of a hamstring injury The post Injury knocks Aruna out from men’s singles in Ethiopia appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

In light of the ideal characteristics of a 21st-century university Vice Chancellor, as outlined by Dr Khursheed Ahmad Butt — a former Registrar of the University of Kashmir, India — Professor Aisha Maikudi is the best candidate for the role.

The week-long training is aimed to equip participants with knowledge and strategies for sustainable post-insurgency recovery in North-east Nigeria.

The governor made the donation in fulfillment of his earlier promise to the group.