Plateau lawmaker dies
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Mr Dakolgol was described as a committed lawmaker and loyal party member.The post Plateau lawmaker dies appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Qatar 2022: France start title defence with big win over Australia
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
The early goal scored by Australia proved to be the needed tonic for France who bombarded their opponents afterwards.The post Qatar 2022: France start title defence with big win over Australia appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Kolmani Oil: Well avoid mistakes of Niger Delta Gombe Governor
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
We have learnt our lessons. With the developments and what has been happening around the Niger Delta and other oil-producing areas of the world, naturally, no government will allow things to follow the same track."The post Kolmani Oil: Well avoid mistakes of Niger Delta Gombe Governor appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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2023: Presidential candidate raises alarm over influx of arms
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
The candidate says arms and drugs are entering the country through the border causing concerns among security agencies.The post 2023: Presidential candidate raises alarm over influx of arms appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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How Zamfara Governor allegedly laundered state funds through cash withdrawals
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
The Chairman of EFCC, Abdulrasheed Bawa has since confirmed that three serving state governors were being monitored over their suspected moves to launder stashed billions of naira through the payment of salaries to workersThe post How Zamfara Governor allegedly laundered state funds through cash withdrawals appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Allegation of lobbying to delay new NDDC board fake Official
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
The NDDC said the group which made the allegation was working against the interest of the people of the Niger Delta region, and that they wish to reduce the agency to a cash cow.The post Allegation of lobbying to delay new NDDC board fake Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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2023: Why PDP needs to win back northern states Chidoka
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Mr Chidoka said the political future of the Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike and other members of the G5 was tied to the PDP.The post 2023: Why PDP needs to win back northern states Chidoka appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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2023: Atiku, Okowa to wade into Imo PDP crisis
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Unity is crucial. And its only with unity that we can regain or recover Imo. And the route to that recovery is by winning the presidential election next February.The post 2023: Atiku, Okowa to wade into Imo PDP crisis appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Access Bank disowns fake news on association with cryptocurrency platform
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
A statement by the Banks management dissociated the financial institution from the information pushed out by a fictitious webpageThe post Access Bank disowns fake news on association with cryptocurrency platform appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Nigerias 20m out-of-school children are potential Boko Haram members Obasanjo
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Mr Obasanjo says government must devise innovative means to reduce out-of-school children in the country.The post Nigerias 20m out-of-school children are potential Boko Haram members Obasanjo appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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World Cup: Saudi Arabia declares public holiday after historic victory over Argentina
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
The Saudi government has declared Wednesday as a public holiday for its people to enjoy this iconic moment in their sporting history.The post World Cup: Saudi Arabia declares public holiday after historic victory over Argentina appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Naira redesign and value: What CBN must do urgently, By Tope Fasua
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
The Central Bank of Nigeria has activated one of its core functions which is the management of the currency, after a 17-years inactivity on that front. I have traced the history of how Nigeria has managed her currency since we had our own the Nigerian Pound in 1959. That first currency was issued []The post Naira redesign and value: What CBN must do urgently, By Tope Fasua appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Gov Emmanuel receives two additional aircraft for Ibom Air
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
Ibom Air plans to begin regional flights from 2023, an official said.The post Gov Emmanuel receives two additional aircraft for Ibom Air appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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N700m Diezani Cash: EFCC re-arraigns former governor, others
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
The former governor and others allegedly received N700 million from a former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke, to influence the outcome of the 2015 presidential election in favour of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).The post N700m Diezani Cash: EFCC re-arraigns former governor, others appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Manchester United part ways with Ronaldo
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
The contract termination is with immediate effect.The post Manchester United part ways with Ronaldo appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Nigeria earns $741.48 billion from oil and gas in 21 years NEITI
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
NEITI calls for the effective implementation of the Petroleum Industry Act.The post Nigeria earns $741.48 billion from oil and gas in 21 years NEITI appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Nigerian stocks climb for third straight session on investors stronger risk appetite
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
Demand pressure on the shares of MTN Nigeria, Zenith Bank, GTCO and WAPCO helped sustain the bull run.The post Nigerian stocks climb for third straight session on investors stronger risk appetite appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Average retail price of petrol in Nigeria up 17.93% in October NBS
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
The NBS report said the highest average retail price of N211.00 for petrol was recorded in Kebbi stateThe post Average retail price of petrol in Nigeria up 17.93% in October NBS appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Qatar 2022: Denmark, Tunisia tie produce first barren draw
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
It was Tunisias first clean sheet in 16 World Cup games since the 1978 world cupThe post Qatar 2022: Denmark, Tunisia tie produce first barren draw appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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COVID-19: Nigerian govt insists on travel protocols, says pandemic not over
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
266,283 COVID-19 infections and 3,155 deaths have been recorded in 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).The post COVID-19: Nigerian govt insists on travel protocols, says pandemic not over appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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University students protest robbery attacks
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
Since the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) suspended their strike, this is the third time they have robbed us.The post University students protest robbery attacks appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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The speakership crisis in Ekiti State, By Reuben Abati
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
On 16 October, former Governor Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti State handed over power, in a colourful ceremony attended by big wigs of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and others, to Mr Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, the former Secretary to the Ekiti State Government, who emerged as governor-elect in the states 18 June governorship election. Fayemi had []The post The speakership crisis in Ekiti State, By Reuben Abati appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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UPDATED: Court refuses to order INEC to resume voter registration
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
The court ordered INEC must ensure that eligible Nigerians are not deprived the opportunity to have the voters card for the forthcoming poll.The post UPDATED: Court refuses to order INEC to resume voter registration appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Peter Obi meets CAN, promises to unite Nigeria
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
Mr Obi says unity and security are needed to address problems bedevilling the country including moving of Nigeria from consumption to production.The post Peter Obi meets CAN, promises to unite Nigeria appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Nigeria wont know peace until Nnamdi Kanus release Actress, Rita Edochie
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
Rita Edochie says the continuous detention of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) will keep dividing Nigeria.The post Nigeria wont know peace until Nnamdi Kanus release Actress, Rita Edochie appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Reps to probe flight delays, cancellations by airlines
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
The House Committee on Human Rights was mandated to probe the alleged violations of the rights of Nigerians and other passengers to quality air travel services.The post Reps to probe flight delays, cancellations by airlines appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Over a billion barrels of oil found in northern Nigeria, Buhari says as drilling starts
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
The president says the country also found 500 billion cubic feet of gas within the Kolmani area of Gombe and Bauchi, and has attracted $3 billion investment already.The post Over a billion barrels of oil found in northern Nigeria, Buhari says as drilling starts appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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2023: Court orders INEC to resume voter registration until 90 days to election
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
The court ordered INEC must ensure that eligible Nigerians are not deprived the opportunity to have the voters card for the forthcoming poll.The post 2023: Court orders INEC to resume voter registration until 90 days to election appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Qatar 2022: Messi falls with Argentina as Salem Al-Dawsari shoots Saudi Arabia to historic victory
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
The victory by the Saudis effectively ended Argentinas amazing 36-match unbeaten runThe post Qatar 2022: Messi falls with Argentina as Salem Al-Dawsari shoots Saudi Arabia to historic victory appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Why Wike, Makinde, others met in Lagos Bode George
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
Mr Goerge says he has not decided who to vote for in the presidential election.The post Why Wike, Makinde, others met in Lagos Bode George appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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BREAKING: CBN increases interest rate to 16.5% to tame inflation
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
The CBN says previous increases were beginning to yield results and there was need to keep tightening. It tightened by 100 basis points.The post BREAKING: CBN increases interest rate to 16.5% to tame inflation appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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2023: Court orders INEC to resume voter registration until 90 days to election
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
The court ordered INEC must ensure that eligible Nigerians are not deprived the opportunity to have the voters card for the forthcoming poll.The post 2023: Court orders INEC to resume voter registration until 90 days to election appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Another poll shows Peter Obi leads Atiku, Tinubu, Kwankwaso
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
Mr Obi leads in a another poll ahead of Nigeria's 2023 presidential electionThe post Another poll shows Peter Obi leads Atiku, Tinubu, Kwankwaso appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Two doctors freed by their abductors in Cross River
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
Their abductors had demanded N100 million ransom.The post Two doctors freed by their abductors in Cross River appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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George Weah never graced the World Cup, his son, Timothy, scored for the US
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
George Weahs prayer of playing and scoring in the FIFA World Cup has been answered in his son, Timothy, who scored for the USA against WalesThe post George Weah never graced the World Cup, his son, Timothy, scored for the US appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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2023: Court dismisses suit challenging Stella Oduahs senatorial candidacy
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
The case was filed by a PDP aspirant.The post 2023: Court dismisses suit challenging Stella Oduahs senatorial candidacy appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Police arrest four over alleged murder in Delta
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
Police said they have arrested four suspectsThe post Police arrest four over alleged murder in Delta appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Buhari to unveil new naira notes Wednesday
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
Barring any last minute change of plan, the unveiling of the new notes will precede the weekly cabinet meeting at the State House in Abuja.The post Buhari to unveil new naira notes Wednesday appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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NCC to award broadband contracts for tertiary institutions, small businesses
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
The contracts are to be executed in the six geopolitical zones of the country, the NCC said in a statement on Monday.The post NCC to award broadband contracts for tertiary institutions, small businesses appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Ronaldo, Messis iconic photo set new Instagram record
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
Ronaldo and Messi are each responsible for four of the top 20 most-liked Instagram posts of all time.The post Ronaldo, Messis iconic photo set new Instagram record appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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National Assembly: Controversy trails appointment of new clerk
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
The NASC allegedly breached its Act by bypassing other senior officers of the National Assembly to appoint the new acting Clerk, Magaji Tambuwal. The post National Assembly: Controversy trails appointment of new clerk appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Over 130 Reps not returning after 2023 polls Official
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
The official said the number may be more because the 130 members are those who lost in the primary elections of their parties and would not stand in the 25 February National Assembly election.The post Over 130 Reps not returning after 2023 polls Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Qatar 2022: Messi, Mbapp begin World Cup mission with Argentina, France
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
Messi and Mbappe are top on the list of superstars expected to light up the World Cup The post Qatar 2022: Messi, Mbapp begin World Cup mission with Argentina, France appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Lagos to investigate alleged sexual abuse of patient by a popular doctor
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
Mr Abayomi gave the directive following a viral video on social media alleged to have originated from Optimal Care Cancer Centre.The post Lagos to investigate alleged sexual abuse of patient by a popular doctor appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Another poll shows Peter Obi leads Atiku, Tinubu, Kwankwaso
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
Mr Obi leads in a another poll ahead of Nigeria's 2023 presidential electionThe post Another poll shows Peter Obi leads Atiku, Tinubu, Kwankwaso appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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National Health Dialogue: Policymakers, experts to discuss primary healthcare financing (LIVE UPDATES)
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
The event is expected to bring together policymakers and experts to discuss key issues in the primary healthcare subsector, such as financing, insurance and human resources for health.The post National Health Dialogue: Policymakers, experts to discuss primary healthcare financing (LIVE UPDATES) appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Davido at 30: Defining moments of his 11-year-music career
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
Unlike his previous birthdays, the singer has laid low and gone off social media since the death of his son, Ifeanyi, in October.The post Davido at 30: Defining moments of his 11-year-music career appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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My impeachment as Ekiti Assembly Speaker illegal Aribisogan
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
Gboyega Aribisogan says his impeachment and suspension "are not legally sustainable and would definitely be quashed by a court of competent jurisdiction."The post My impeachment as Ekiti Assembly Speaker illegal Aribisogan appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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National Assembly: Controversy trails appointment of new clerk
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
The NASC allegedly breached its Act by bypassing other senior officers of the National Assembly to appoint the new acting Clerk, Magaji Tambuwal. The post National Assembly: Controversy trails appointment of new clerk appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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2023: Senate summons finance minister over unexplained N206bn in ministrys budget
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
The Senate committee says the finance minister should appear with details and plans for the allocation made despite the country's dwindling revenue and struggling economy.The post 2023: Senate summons finance minister over unexplained N206bn in ministrys budget appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Group asks Buhari, NASS to halt auction of 5G spectrum by NCC
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
The group says the planned auction will reduce investors' confidence.The post Group asks Buhari, NASS to halt auction of 5G spectrum by NCC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Senegal 0-2 Netherlands: Gakpo, Clarkson sink Teranga Lions with late goals
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
Senegal no doubt missed their talisman, Sadio Mane who was out injured as they failed to convert the chances that came their wayThe post Senegal 0-2 Netherlands: Gakpo, Clarkson sink Teranga Lions with late goals appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Nigerias debt management office announces N100 billion Sukuk bond
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
The DMO advised interested investors to contact Greenwich Merchant Bank Limited, Vetiva Capital Management Limited and Stanbic IBTC Capital Limited for issuanceThe post Nigerias debt management office announces N100 billion Sukuk bond appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Court orders final forfeiture of N775 million, houses linked to former accountant-general, Dasukis ex-aide
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
EFCC said the forfeited N775 million and houses were proceeds of illegal activities of the suspects.The post Court orders final forfeiture of N775 million, houses linked to former accountant-general, Dasukis ex-aide appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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In Gombe, Atiku promises to revive Dadin Kowa dam to generate electricity, reconstruct North East roads
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
Mr Atiku vowed to reconstruct the roads linking states in the Northeast region to enhance trade.The post In Gombe, Atiku promises to revive Dadin Kowa dam to generate electricity, reconstruct North East roads appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Over 130 Reps not returning after 2023 polls Official
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
The official said the number may be more because the 130 members are those who lost in the primary elections of their parties and would not stand in the 25 February National Assembly election.The post Over 130 Reps not returning after 2023 polls Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Supreme Court orders retrial of Ogun PDP governorship suit
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
Oladipupo Adebutu had emerged as PDP's governorship candidate in Ogun State for the next year's election, but the outcome has been characterised by internal wrangling in the party.The post Supreme Court orders retrial of Ogun PDP governorship suit appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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