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Illegitimately Blessed Author Ricky Weir Traces Nigerian Roots, Speaks On Expanded Fifa World Cup

President of Jersey 2 Africa 4 Football Foundation and former Jersey FA President, Ricky Weir, recently visited Nigeria to promote his award-winning memoir, Illegitimately Blessed, support grassroots football initiatives and strengthen the country’s growing Walking Football movement. In this exclusive interview with PREMIUM TIMES, he speaks about tracing his Nigerian roots, obtaining Nigerian citizenship, his…

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Balogun Shines Again As Usa Storm Into Knockout Stage

Nigerian-rooted forward Folarin Balogun delivered another influential performance as the United States became one of the first teams to book a place in the knockout phase of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a commanding 2-0 victory over Australia. Balogun, who switched allegiance from England to the United States despite his Nigerian heritage, led the…

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Nsa Backs Bill To Establish Strategic Intelligence Management Institute

The National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, has thrown his weight behind a Bill seeking the establishment of the Strategic Intelligence Management Institute (SIMI), describing the proposed institution as a critical mechanism for strengthening intelligence-driven governance, policy formulation, implementation, and strategic management in Nigeria. According to Mr Ribadu, the bill, currently before the House of…

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Tiktok, Icc Launch Digital Commerce Labs In Nigeria

TikTok and the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) have launched the Digital Commerce Labs, an initiative designed to help micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) build a strong digital presence, reach more customers, and grow in today’s digital economy. The initiative, which kicked off in Lagos on Thursday, is supported by the National Information Technology…

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Amusan, Ajayi, Ogazi, Enekwechi Lead Star-studded Commonwealth Games Trials In Lagos

Nigeria’s journey to the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, begins this weekend as the country’s finest athletes converge on the Yaba College of Technology Sports Complex in Lagos for the highly anticipated Commonwealth Games Trials. The three-day competition, scheduled for 20–22 June, will serve as the mandatory selection event for athletes seeking places on…

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Police Arrest Nine Over Alleged Armed Robbery, Murder

The Niger State Police Command says it has arrested nine suspects for alleged armed robbery, culpable homicide and the sale of stolen motorcycles in Suleja and parts of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The command’s spokesperson, Wasiu Abiodun, disclosed this in a crime bulletin issued on Wednesday in Minna. Mr Abiodun said the arrests followed…

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“if God Were Still Angry With Baba Ijesha, Luminee Wouldn’t Have Conceived” — Yomi Fabiyi Defends Actor

Since actor and comedian Olanrewaju “Baba Ijesha” James announced the birth of his son, King Kagar, with fashion entrepreneur Abiodun Tokunbo, CEO of Luminee Couture, the news has drawn widespread criticism. Netizens could not hold back, particularly because the announcement came seven months after Baba Ijesha was released from prison, having served a jail term…

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Tears As Nollywood Actor Alex Ekubo Is Buried In Abia (photos)

The 40-year-old movie star, popularly known as ‘Chief Ikuku’, was buried at his family residence located at 7 Ekubo-Okwaraeke Avenue, Aziukwukwa, Ujari Village, bringing a solemn close to his week-long funeral rites. The final burial followed a funeral service held earlier that morning at Mary Slessor School in Amanagwu Village, Arochukwu. PREMIUM TIMES reported that…

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Rarara Accuses Davido Of Politicising Insecurity At World Cup Event

Afrobeats star Davido’s decision to spotlight the abducted schoolchildren and teachers from Oyo State during a FIFA World Cup event has sparked debate. Popular APC praise singer Dauda Kahutu, popularly known as Rarara, accusing him of portraying Nigeria negatively before an international audience. The controversy followed Davido’s appearance at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Countdown…

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Tinubu To Visit Ogun Today, Commission Airport, Airline

President Tinubu to commission key projects during Ogun visit President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to visit Ogun State on Saturday for the commissioning and inspection of major infrastructure projects, highlighting the state’s push for economic growth and improved public services. According to a statement by the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Kayode Akinmade,…

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2027: World Bank Official Tunji Oredipe Joins Ogun Governorship Race On Apc Platform

An agricultural economist, Otunba Tunji Oredipe, has declared his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in Ogun State under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Oredipe, who hails from the Ogun East Senatorial District and is also a systems architect, pledged to prioritise grassroots development, ensure inclusive growth, and promote accountability if…

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I’m Not Desperate To Become New Awujale – Prince Ademorin Kuye

Ademorin Aliu Kuye, a contender for the vacant Awujale throne of Ijebuland, has said he is not desperate to become the next monarch. Kuye, who represents Somolu Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives of Nigeria, denied claims that he had been presenting himself as the Awujale-elect, describing the allegations as false and malicious. Responding…

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Tinubu To Visit Ogun Today, Commission Airport, Airline

President Tinubu to commission key projects during Ogun visit President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to visit Ogun State on Saturday for the commissioning and inspection of major infrastructure projects, highlighting the state’s push for economic growth and improved public services. According to a statement by the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Kayode Akinmade,…

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I’m Not Desperate To Become New Awujale – Prince Ademorin Kuye

Ademorin Aliu Kuye, a contender for the vacant Awujale throne of Ijebuland, has said he is not desperate to become the next monarch. Kuye, who represents Somolu Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives of Nigeria, denied claims that he had been presenting himself as the Awujale-elect, describing the allegations as false and malicious. Responding…

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New Awujale: Family Seeks Tinubu’s Intervention In Selection Deadlock

In Ijebu-Ode, the Keregbetu family has petitioned President Bola Tinubu over the prolonged suspension of the process to select a new Awujale of Ijebuland. The appeal followed the decision of the Ogun State Government to halt the selection process, citing numerous petitions from security agencies and other concerned parties. The Awujale throne became vacant in…

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Ruling House Begs Abiodun To Lift Suspension On Awujale Selection

The head of the Fusengbuwa Ruling House, Otunba Abdulateef Owoyemi, has appealed to Dapo Abiodun to lift the suspension on the Awujale selection process and allow kingmakers to complete their work. Owoyemi, a former National President of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria, said the royal family next in line to produce the Awujale,…

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Tinubu To Visit Ogun Today, Commission Airport, Airline

President Tinubu to commission key projects during Ogun visit President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to visit Ogun State on Saturday for the commissioning and inspection of major infrastructure projects, highlighting the state’s push for economic growth and improved public services. According to a statement by the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Kayode Akinmade,…

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2027: World Bank Official Tunji Oredipe Joins Ogun Governorship Race On Apc Platform

An agricultural economist, Otunba Tunji Oredipe, has declared his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in Ogun State under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Oredipe, who hails from the Ogun East Senatorial District and is also a systems architect, pledged to prioritise grassroots development, ensure inclusive growth, and promote accountability if…

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I’m Not Desperate To Become New Awujale – Prince Ademorin Kuye

Ademorin Aliu Kuye, a contender for the vacant Awujale throne of Ijebuland, has said he is not desperate to become the next monarch. Kuye, who represents Somolu Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives of Nigeria, denied claims that he had been presenting himself as the Awujale-elect, describing the allegations as false and malicious. Responding…

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BREAKING: Tinubu Appoints Tunji Disu Acting Inspector-general Of Police

President Bola Tinubu has accepted the resignation of Kayode Egbetokun and appointed Tunji Disu as the Acting Inspector-General of Police with immediate effect. Earlier reports indicated that Egbetokun submitted his resignation letter on Tuesday, citing urgent family reasons. He was appointed in June 2023 and was serving a four-year term expected to end in June…

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Just In: Tinubu Removes Egbetokun As Ig

President Bola Tinubu has reportedly removed Kayode Egbetokun from his position as Inspector-General of Police. Presidential aides, who spoke on condition of anonymity, confirmed the development on Tuesday. According to the sources, the President asked Egbetokun to step aside during a meeting at the Presidential Villa on Monday. One aide confirmed the decision, saying Egbetokun…

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Nigeria Won’t Become One-party State — gambari

Speaking in an interview on Arise Television on Monday, Professor Ibrahim Gambari said Nigeria’s democratic problems cannot be solved by big speeches or powerful individuals. He said the biggest problem in Nigeria’s democracy is the political party system. According to him, most political parties in the country do not have clear beliefs, identity, or internal…

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Cbn Pensioners Commend Fg Over Asuu Agreement, Seek Same Support

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) pensioners have praised the Federal Government for showing strong leadership by signing an important agreement with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). They said resolving a problem that started in 2009 proves that the government can solve long-standing disputes through honest talks, dialogue, and keeping to agreements. Encouraged…

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