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John Ekanem tells faith-based story with a twist in 'Brothers in Arms'

Nigeria, April 7 -- Filmmaker and actor John Ekanem has released "Brothers in Arms, a compelling faith-based film that keeps viewers guessing with an unexpected twist. Starring Stan Nze, Eso Dike, Bl... Read More


Court jails suspects for terrorism in mass trial in Abuja

Nigeria, April 7 -- The Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday sentenced several defendants in separate terrorism cases, handing down jail terms ranging from 10 to 20 years. PREMIUM TIMES earlier rep... Read More


Nigerian resident doctors commence indefinite strike

Nigeria, April 7 -- The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has commenced an indefinite nationwide strike, with its members withdrawing services across public hospitals. The action follow... Read More


Electricity firm apologises for blackout in Abia community on Easter Day

Nigeria, April 7 -- Aba Power Limited Electric, Nigeria's newest electricity distribution company, has apologised to residents of Umuomainta Community in Nbawsi-Nsulu, Ngwa North Local Government Area... Read More


Kwara CAN lauds senator for fostering religious harmony

Nigeria, April 7 -- The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Kwara State has commended the Kwara Central District senator, Saliu Mustapha, for supporting the Christian community in the state. Th... Read More


US/Israel-Iran War (Day 39): Iran defiant on Trump's deadline day

Nigeria, April 7 -- Iran has flatly rejected an American ceasefire proposal and issued its own list of counter-demands, even as US President Donald Trump threatens to unleash devastating strikes on Ir... Read More


Nollywood royalty debate deepens after Patience Ozokwor's remarks

Nigeria, April 7 -- The issue of unpaid royalties in Nollywood has taken a heated turn, as movie stakeholders react to remarks by Patience Ozokwor on the 'Curiosity Made Me Ask' podcast. When asked w... Read More


Groups endorse senator as Nigeria's permanent representative to UN

Nigeria, April 7 -- A coalition of civil society organisations has endorsed the appointment of the senator representing Ondo South, Jimoh Ibrahim as Nigeria's Permanent Representative to the United Na... Read More


Buhari's son, Yusuf, declares for Katsina Reps seat

Nigeria, April 7 -- Yusuf Buhari, son of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, has declared his intention to contest for a seat in the House of Representatives in the 2027 general elections. In... Read More


Genevieve Nnaji makes rare public appearance at Lagos event (PHOTOS)

Nigeria, April 7 -- In a rare public appearance on Easter Monday, Nollywood star Genevieve Nnaji was spotted at the Night of Tribute for Matthew Egwuenu, father of Arise News anchor and former model, ... Read More