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Saudi Arabia extends Hajj data capturing for Nigerian intending pilgrims after government's intervention

Nigeria, Feb. 11 -- The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has granted Nigeria a seven-day extension to complete the capturing and grouping of pilgrims' data for the 2026 Hajj exercise. It comes amid l... Read More


NSC inaugurates Local Organising Committee for African Youth Games

Nigeria, Feb. 11 -- The National Sports Commission (NSC) has officially inaugurated the Local Organising Committee (LOC) for the second edition of the African Youth Games, scheduled to be held in Abuj... Read More


Why Eric Chelle cannot leave Nigeria now

Nigeria, Feb. 11 -- The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has moved to shut down growing speculation around the future of Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle, insisting the Franco-Malian tactician rem... Read More


FG urges states to invest in water transportation

Nigeria, Feb. 11 -- The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has urged state governors to invest heavily in water transportation, including the procurement of boats, as a way to re... Read More


South-east traders reopen shops after Nnamdi Kanu's cancellation of sit-at-home

Nigeria, Feb. 11 -- There was improved turnout of traders on Monday at the Onitsha Main Market in Anambra State after Nnamdi Kanu announced "total cancellation" of the infamous Monday sit-at-home in t... Read More


Joke Silva joins Sophie Okonedo, David Oyelowo in Hollywood drama Clarissa

Nigeria, Feb. 11 -- Veteran Nollywood actress Joke Silva has been confirmed for a role in Clarissa, an upcoming American drama film directed and produced by Nigerian-British filmmakers Arie and Chuko ... Read More


2027: Advocacy group GoNigeria calls for broader democratic reforms beyond elections

Nigeria, Feb. 11 -- Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the GoNigeria Initiative, a civic advocacy group, has urged Nigerians to look beyond elections and focus on strengthening democratic institutio... Read More


How insecurity, poor access is worsening cancer care in Nigeria- Experts

Nigeria, Feb. 11 -- Stakeholders and health experts have warned that insecurity, weak healthcare infrastructure, and uneven access to treatment are worsening cancer outcomes in Nigeria, particularly f... Read More


'I'm ready to die with Peter Obi; he's the best president for Nigeria' - Charly Boy

Nigeria, Feb. 11 -- Veteran singer and social activist Charles "Charly Boy" Oputa has declared his full support for Peter Obi ahead of the 2027 presidential election. In December 2025, PREMIUM TIMES ... Read More


Akwa Ibom shifts school holiday for measles-rubella vaccination

Nigeria, Feb. 11 -- The Akwa Ibom State Government has shifted the second-term mid-term break for the 2025/2026 academic session by one week to allow pupils and students to participate in the nationwi... Read More