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The 2026 FIFA World Cup has reached its decisive week, with the second semifinal scheduled for July 15 in Atlanta before the final on July 19. For supporters following from television screens, news sites and mobile apps, the contest is no longer experienced through the scoreline alone. Every goal now arrives with a stream…
The Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), Hulayat Omidiran, has said Nigeria’s sports industry has the potential to contribute more than 50 per cent to the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) if properly harnessed through deliberate investment and strategic policies. Mrs Omidiran made the remarks while receiving the National Executive Committee of the…
By Wednesday, July 15, Nigerian carrier, Air Peace, was expected to complete the fifth government-approved special repatriation flight from South Africa, bringing home another batch of 315 Nigerians affected by the recent wave of xenophobic attacks in the country. The latest evacuation exercise raised the total number of Nigerians airlifted from South Africa by the…
The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) and the Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA) have reaffirmed their commitment to promoting tourism, attracting investment and strengthening Nigeria’s international image through deeper collaboration and diaspora engagement. Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of NiDCOM, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, stated this during a meeting with the Director-General of NTDA, Olayiwola Awakan, in Abuja. Dabiri-Erewa…
Nigerian rapper Folarin “Falz” Falana has criticised First Lady Oluremi Tinubu’s recent appeal urging Afrobeats artistes to establish charitable foundations for the less privileged. The rapper argued that such societal interventions should not be shifted to private individuals, asserting that public service carries inherent responsibilities. PREMIUM TIMES previously reported that Mrs Tinubu, while launching a…
Almost three years after singer Ilerioluwa “Mohbad” Aloba died, the dispute over a DNA test to determine the paternity of his son, Liam, remains unresolved. PREMIUM TIMES reported that the demand to determine Liam’s paternity began shortly after the singer’s death in September 2023. The demands led the Magistrate’s Court in Ikorodu to approve three…
Thousands of young Nigerians gathered at Meena Events Centre, Kano, for MTN Nigeria’s The Gathering on 100 on Saturday July 11th. The city transformed into an immersive space for entrepreneurship, creativity, gaming, networking and entertainment. The event, which followed successful editions in Surulere, Aba and Enugu, provided attendees with opportunities to showcase their talents, build…
The University of Lagos came alive with colour, music and youthful energy as thousands of students gathered for the Infinix HOT 70 Pro “Be Seen. Be Hot.” Campus Storm, an unforgettable celebration of technology, entertainment and self-expression that transformed the campus into the ultimate destination for youth culture. Bringing together students from the University of…
NIGERIA’S Value Added Tax (VAT) collections recorded robust growth in the first quarter of 2026, reaching ₦2.42 trillion, with the manufacturing sector maintaining its position as the largest contributor, accounting for 29.75 percent of total receipts, according to data released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The sector also posted a healthy 12.82 percent…
As Badu celebrates Okposo’s legacy On an unforgettable night, The Rock Cathedral in Lekki, Lagos, became the epicenter of fervent worship as thousands of believers gathered for the 2026 edition of The African Praise Experience (TAPE). This flagship annual all-night praise gathering, hosted by House on the Rock Church and led by Pastor Paul Adefarasin,…
