The new 30-member cabinet was announced on Monday in a live broadcast, an hour after Mr Sonko, the ousted Prime Minister, withdrew his party, PASTEF, from the country’s new government. The post Senegal’s President names new cabinet, excludes PASTEF members appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

“You know me too well to think I would ever make anybody feel that way.” The post Oyo Abduction: Alaseyori apologises over ‘the president is working’ remarks appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

Your election to chair this important committee within weeks of official resumption at the UN validates your wealth of experience in public service. The post Tinubu congratulates Jimoh Ibrahim on new UN role appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

The union said its meeting with the governor centred on its ongoing strike, demand for the rescue of the victims and strengthening of security across schools in the state. The post Abduction: Oyo NUT meets Makinde, as teachers’ strike continues appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

The departure of Bafana Bafana for their Fifa World Cup base camp in Mexico was supposed to be about the country’s first appearance at the tournament in 16 years, something this crop of players fought hard to achieve. Instead, the South African Football Association has snatched the spotlight with yet another episode of administrative ineptitude.

The state government described the ranking as an independent validation of the reform-driven and people-centred policies being implemented by the administration of Governor Uba Sani The post Kaduna ranks among Nigeria’s top three performing states as Phillips Consulting validates reform agenda appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

According to the Mozambique government, around 800 Mozambicans were affected by the xenophobic violence that broke out in the southern coastal city of Mossel Bay on Friday. The post Xenophobia: Five Mozambicans killed in South Africa appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

The appointment marks an important step as Wellington College International Lagos progresses towards its opening in September 2027, providing experienced leadership at a formative stage in the school’s development. The post Wellington College International Lagos appoints Christine Haslett as Founding Headmaster appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

A disagreement over security protocols at the Akwa Ibom Government House gate halted legislative proceedings on Tuesday, forcing lawmakers to abandon a planned plenary session. The post Security standoff disrupts Akwa Ibom assembly plenary, lawmakers turn back appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

The lawmakers called for swift rescue operations, stronger security deployment and a comprehensive framework to protect educational institutions nationwide. The post Reps demand urgent rescue of abducted pupils, renew call for state police appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

The actor’s death adds to a difficult week for the Yoruba movie industry, which is still mourning veteran actor Fesogboye Oyewole, who died five days earlier. The post Days after Fesogboye Oyewole’s death, Nollywood loses actor Janmole appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

Peter Obi and NDC leaders appeal to aspirants to accept primary results, emphasizing unity and party strengthening ahead of future elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/obi-ndc-leaders-urge-aspirants-to-accept-primary-results/

This is the second time in a week that a presidential aide has called out a Nigerian celebrity. The post Insecurity: Tinubu’s aide calls out Nasboi appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

According to her, the state’s family planning initiatives deliberately engage men, traditional rulers, religious leaders and other key community stakeholders to address misconceptions and improve acceptance of contraceptive services. The post Lagos tackling contraceptive barriers through community engagement, awareness campaigns — Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

Contracts for the Gombe–Biu–Maiduguri highway had been awarded and re-awarded several times over the years, yet the strategic road remains largely neglected, forcing commuters to endure dangerous and exhausting journeys. The post After years of broken promises, Tinubu flags off construction of Gombe–Biu–Maiduguri highway appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

The senate president directed the committee to submit its report within one week, detailing the federal government's efforts toward settling the outstanding debts owed to the contractors. The post Senate constitutes committee to liaise with FG over unpaid contractors’ debts appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

The Gauteng High Court in Pretoria has dismissed the bail appeal of suspended SAPS Organised Crime Unit Sergeant Fannie Nkosi, who is accused of possession of illegal weapons and stolen police dockets.

Austria, Portugal, Trinidad and Tobago, Zimbabwe and Kyrgyzstan won the election after four rounds of voting. These five countries will serve as non-permanent members of the UNSC for the 2027-2028 term. The post Germany loses vote for UN Security Council seat for the first time appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

“In addition, pursuant to he resolution of shareholders at the extra-ordinary general meeting of the bank held on Friday, 24th January 2025, the name of the bank has been changed from “Abbey Mortgage Bank Plc” to “Abbey Bank PLC,” it stated in a regulatory filing. The post CBN approves conversion of Abbey Mortgage Bank to regional commercial bank appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

Highlights included runway showcases, industry conversations, and the Design for the Future competition, which awarded a ₦1 million prize to emerging designer Iwari. The post Epic Fashion Week 2026 ends on high note with spotlight on emerging creatives appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .