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Under the current education system, pupils spend six years in primary school, three years in junior secondary school and another three years in senior secondary school. The post FG proposes ending JSS-SSS separation to improve school retention appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

Norway will now face Brazil in the Round of 16, while Côte d'Ivoire exit the tournament with their best-ever World Cup finish The post World Cup: Haaland fires Norway into Round of 16 with late winner against Côte d’Ivoire appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

An official said the project was designed to curb trans-boundary pests, especially the tsetse fly, which threatens livestock production through the transmission of trypanosomiasis. The post Abia partners Federal Ministry of Livestock on pest control appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

Now, today, 30 June, the wheel completes another turn. The 2025/26 year closes, and Rotarian Sikiru Owonikoko steps forward as the third District Governor of Rotary International District 9127 — inheriting a District that has spent this past year in the light, and a media infrastructure better positioned to keep it there. As the 2025/26 […] The post Reflecting on a Rotary year: Media, service, and the rolling wheel, By Max Amuchie appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

Official correspondence, petitions, league statements and interviews obtained by PREMIUM TIMES show a growing disagreement between Yewa Football Academy and the Nationwide League One over what exactly happened on the pitch and how the league should respond The post Yewa-Ebedei Controversy: How an abandoned playoff has put NLO’s rule enforcement under scrutiny appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

…the Yoruba concept of Ọmọlúàbí rests on four pillars: integrity, good character, civic-mindedness, and hard work. These are not merely cultural virtues; they are universal foundations of responsible citizenship and purposeful living. Distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen, fellow parents, educators, community leaders, young people present here today, and above all, our author, Dr Titilope Olorunyomi. […] The post Building Ọmọlúàbí as the essence of parenting, By Babafemi Badejo appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

More than 32 million students are enrolled on the DNEMIS portal, according to the National Project Coordinator of the Special Programmes Operations and Implementation Unit in the Office of the Minister of Education, Adebayo Onigbanjo. The post Nigerian govt to launch platform to automate school census, make education data public appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

The court ordered that one of the sureties must be a traditional ruler from Mr Sowore's community, while the second must own landed property in Abuja. The post Court grants Sowore N200 million bail in alleged cybercrime trial appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

This week, Nassef Sawiris moved to take his flagship, OCI Global, private — a fitting bookend to one chapter and the opening of another. Source

He turned a few pounds — from a sold suit and a parcel of salvaged tablets — into one of Nigeria’s largest private industrial groups. Source

Cameroon’s richest woman built her country’s cocoa trade around a single partner. When Cargill walked away, Kate Fotso faced the worst season in three decades — and began to reinvent herself. Source

The food banks programme specifically targets vulnerable children under the age of six, pregnant women, and lactating mothers across the zone's seven states. The post Jigawa hosts northwest governors as Remi Tinubu launches food banks, NITDA’s AI, robotics lab appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

The airport authority said flight operations have resumed at the temporary international terminal of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport after flooding caused by drainage disruption forced airlines to relocate temporarily. The post FAAN restores operations after flooding disrupts Lagos airport terminal appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

Elon Musk has reclaimed trillionaire status after SpaceX and Tesla shares surged on Monday, adding $62 billion to his fortune in a single trading session. Source

Aliko Dangote has unveiled plans for a 2,000-megawatt coal power plant, a urea fertiliser complex and new port infrastructure in Tanzania after meeting President Samia Suluhu. Source

Cameroonian billionaire Baba Ahmadou Danpullo is investing 500 billion FCFA, nearly his entire fortune, to launch a private airline and build two new airports in Cameroon. Source

The latest attack comes months after another LASTMA officer was allegedly stabbed with a broken bottle by a commercial bus driver. The post Bus conductor stabs Lagos traffic agency LASTMA’s officer appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

While some of these changes require amendment to the NYSC Act, others are simply administrative changes. The post Civilian DG, new uniforms, six-week orientation, other proposed changes to NYSC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

Naguib Sawiris' Orascom Pyramids is raising its Giza plateau investment to $40.6 million by 2027, deepening the Egyptian billionaire's decade-long bet on Egypt's tourism transformation. Source

Christo Wiese's Invicta Holdings has posted steady revenue growth for the year to March 2026, driven by offshore dealmaking including a R250 million UK agricultural acquisition. Source

The Saltzman family has been ranked by the Bloomberg Billionaires Index for the first time with a $1.3 billion fortune built from a single Johannesburg pharmacy. Source

“Always charge your phone on a hard surface, away from flammable materials. Safety begins with simple decisions.” The post Why you shouldn’t charge phone on bed while asleep – Expert appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

PREMIUM TIMES reports that Anambra State has been battling severe environmental issues, particularly flooding and gully erosion. The post Erosion: Anambra imposes five-hour lockdown for statewide drainage cleanup appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

The Ghanaian mining titan turned a single Obuasi pit into a global gold giant, then spent his later years questioning who really owns Africa. Source

Tiger Woods' TGR Design has been tapped to build a second championship golf course at Tributer Resort in Virginia as his off-course business empire continues to expand. Source

Uganda's military chief General Muhoozi Kainerugaba has shut down Nation Media Group's Ugandan operations just four months after Tanzanian billionaire Rostam Aziz acquired a controlling stake. Source

Tony Elumelu's Heirs Energies has commissioned a digital operations hub at OML 17 that integrates real-time monitoring, security and production data into a single platform. Source

Papa Kwesi Nduom's Groupe Nduom is exploring the acquisition of Standard Chartered Bank Ghana's retail banking business and wants an indigenous Ghanaian company to win the deal. Source

Ivan Saltzman built Dis-Chem from a single Johannesburg pharmacy in 1978 into a $1.7 billion healthcare chain and now faces his hardest task: handing it over. Source

Newly appointed head coach David Fizdale is set to lead the D'Tigers into their first competitive assignment The post Nigeria’s D’Tigers unveil squad for FIBA World Cup Qualifiers appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

Stephen Eustaquio struck in the 90+2nd minute to break South African hearts and hand the North Americans a hard-fought victory The post World Cup: Canada sneak past South Africa to reach round of 16 appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

This is not a buy, sell or hold recommendation but a stock investment guide. You may need to involve your financial advisor before taking investment decisions. The post UBA, Transcorp, United Capital top stock pick this week appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

A take-private bid awaiting its answer, a refinery inching toward the largest listing in African history, and a rescue under pressure. Here's what we're watching. Source

The commendation was made at Tangiers, Morocco following Mr Sani’s address at a high-level session titled, ‘’Human Capital and Democratic Transformation: What Future For The Global South?’’ The post UCLG World Congress applauds Kaduna’s open govt reforms appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

The visit followed a deliberation around a shared concern with emphasis on the need for the industry to strengthen its payment rails and speak with a united and accurate voice when service disruptions occur The post ACAMB visits NIBSS, advocates wider QR code adoption, stronger payment systems appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

Mr Disu hailed Governor Mbah's investment in modern security infrastructure The post IGP: Every state should emulate Enugu’s Command and Control Centre to fight insecurity appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

The agency says it is monitoring pricing trends in the downstream petroleum sector and will sanction businesses found exploiting consumers despite falling global crude oil prices. The post FCCPC threatens sanctions, warns marketers over petrol price cuts appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

The words, “hunger” and “Onanuga” are almost homophones; words of similar sounds. I am goaded on by the Yoruba epistemology which counsels that likes should be compared with likes. As tortoise’s head safely compares with the big toe, so does a groundnut shell compares with the cocoon of the world’s tiniest rat Yoruba call the eliri. But comparison is not my bother here. My interest […] The post Hunger: In defence of Bayo Onanuga, By Festus Adedayo appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

There is a narrative war constantly going on in Nigeria. A bitter political opposition, led by extremely desperate folks are funding those narratives some of which have damaged the image of Nigeria all over the world. A friend sent a message from South Africa, bitterly complaining about how South Africans put down Nigeria – beyond […] The post Economic alarmism and the manufactured outrage against Bayo Onanuga, By ‘Tope Fasua appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

Elon Musk became history's first trillionaire on June 12, 2026. Twelve days later, a brutal tech selloff erased up to $374 billion and ended the milestone. Source

Kudakwashe Tagwirei and his wife Sandra have pledged $1 million through their Bridging Gaps Foundation to fund emergency repatriation of 20,000 Zimbabweans from South Africa. Source

Announcing the results on Saturday at the commission's headquarters in Gombe, the Chairman of GOSIEC, Abdullahi Talatse, said the ruling party won every seat. The post APC sweeps Gombe local government elections appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

From Morocco's composed brilliance to Cape Verde's dream debut, South Africa's historic breakthrough, Egypt's long-awaited World Cup victory and DR Congo's emotional return to relevance, Africa emerged from the group stage not as underdogs, but as unexpected contenders The post How Africa made World Cup history with nine teams in knockout stage appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

The troops of Forward Operating Base (FOB) Kaura Namoda in Zamfara, rescued two abducted victims after engaging terrorists attacking commuters along the Sabon Gari-Gusau road, forcing the assailants to flee into nearby bushes. The post Army rescues eight kidnap victims, arrests 39 suspected drug dealers – Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

The anti-graft agency is preparing to prosecute some former and serving officials of the NNPC and contractors over alleged abuse of office, money laundering and contract fraud. The post EXCLUSIVE: Refinery Maintenance Fraud: EFCC recovers ₦38.66 billion, other properties appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

England finished top ahead of Croatia as they completed their Group L campaign with a 2-0 victory over Panama The post Croatia and England secure World Cup progression appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

The week the league table got loud — Dangote versus Forbes, a take-private bid from Nassef Sawiris, and Africa named the world's fastest-growing wealth region. Source

The 28-kilometre stretch traversing the coastline of Ogun State is part of the Federal Government’s 700-kilometre Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway The post Ogun’s 28km coastal highway stretch ready this year as deep sea port gets boost appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

Jamaican-Canadian billionaire Michael Lee-Chin says cancer treatment is entering a transformative new phase of innovation, reflecting a broader investment thesis that connects health, technology and long-term wealth creation. Source

Hassanein Hiridjee's Axian Energy has secured a $60 million loan from MCB Group to fund its renewable energy expansion across multiple African markets. Source

Aliko Dangote has signed a major equipment deal with Chinese machinery manufacturer XCMG to double the Dangote Petroleum Refinery's capacity to 1.3 million barrels per day by 2029. Source

I did not know or ever meet Walter Rodney until after his demise. I never even heard of him, nor did I ever read any of his writings as a secondary school student, until in August 1980 when I was admitted into the School of Basic Studies (SBS), Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria. From ABU […] The post I met Walter Rodney just after his death, By Ahmed Aminu-Ramatu Yusuf appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

The convicts, Salisu Baura, Lawali Sha’ibu, Haruna Sa’idu, and Bello (surname not provided), all of Kontagora town in Kontagora Local Government Area of Niger State, were convicted on charges of joint act and unlawful sexual intercourse with a child. The post Four bag 95 years in prison for gang-raping, impregnating 13-year-old in Niger State appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

Chairman of Yewa Football Academy, Mojeed Ibrahim, described the incident as "a troubling moment for Nigerian football," insisting that the match ended because FC Ebedei elected to leave the pitch The post NLO playoff match ends in controversy after FC Ebedei walk off in Akure appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

Edo remains one of the Nigerian states most severely impacted by cultism, kidnapping, and related crimes. The post Insecurity: Edo sets up special court for cultism, kidnapping cases appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

The governor explained that the exercise would cover the stretch from Orile-Iganmu to Okokomaiko. The post Sanwo-Olu orders demolition of shanties along Lagos-Badagry Expressway, gives occupants ultimatum appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

While Mr Wike-backed PDP faction has faulted Mr Nwifuru for the comment, another faction of the party chaired by Kabiru Turaki has praised the governor for it. The post ‘I’ll consume you,’ Nwifuru dares Wike over claim Tinubu handed Ebonyi to him appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

Kiprono Kittony has stepped down as Radio Africa Group chairman after 25 years, with the Kenyan businessman set to take over as Kenya Airways board chair. Source

Debo Olujimi's Emadeb Energy Group has reaffirmed its commitment to the Ibom Field host communities development trust as PPL 236 moves toward expanded production. Source

According to the report submitted by the House of Representatives Committee on Constitutional Review on 6 June, the National Assembly received 56 requests for new states, distributed across the six geopolitical zones. The post ANALYSIS: Many Nigerians want more states, but constitutional hurdles won’t make it happen appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

The ministry also commended Nigeria’s Ambassador to Côte d’Ivoire, Nwabiola Ezenwa, and embassy officials. The post Nigeria secures release of six citizens detained in Côte d’Ivoire – Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

He built his family's plantation roots into a $1.2 billion palm oil and rubber empire, then turned his ambition toward Ivory Coast's presidency. T Source

Byron Allen's Freestyle Digital Media has acquired VOD rights to mystery thriller The Third Degree for release across North American digital platforms on July 10, 2026. Source

Narendra Raval built Kenya's biggest cement and steel empire from a small hardware shop in Gikomba Market, but mounting tax battles and political scrutiny are now testing his limits. Source

According to a statement by the governor's spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, the security meeting brought together all heads of security agencies in the state The post Lawal pledges more support for troops at Zamfara security council meeting appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

The latest development occurred barely nine months after one person was killed in a previous bomb explosion which occurred in Obinwanne Community, Njaba Local Government Area of Imo State.  The post Two killed in fresh Imo bomb explosion  appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

PREMIUM TIMES reported that the Federal High Court in Lokoja, Kogi State, on Friday, set aside its earlier judgement directing INEC to register NDC as a political party. The post Peter Obi speaks on court ruling voiding NDC’s registration  appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

She emphasised the need for a multi-sectoral approach and joint coordination among stakeholders to sustain the achievements. The post Sokoto records 883 GBV cases, secures 22 convictions in one year appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

The judge adjourned for ruling on the admissibility of Mr Emefiele's extra-judicial statements. The post Alleged $4.5bn Fraud: Court to rule on admissibility of Emefiele’s statements written in EFCC custody appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

Kate Fotso's Telcar Cocoa is getting a late-season boost after its worst trading year in three decades, when purchases plunged more than 50 percent Source

Ivor Ichikowitz's Paramount Group, Africa's largest private defense company, has unveiled the Simha armored vehicle in France with billionaire Baba Kalyani's Indian defense group. Source

Nassef Sawiris moves to take OCI Global private in an all-cash bid. Femi Otedola's First HoldCo stake crosses $420 million. Source

INEC had proposed a budget of N873.78 billion for the 2027 general elections, with substantial allocations dedicated to election operations, technology and capital expenditure. The post INEC yet to receive budgeted funds for 2027 general elections – Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

The commissioner's apology comes weeks after PREMIUM TIMES published a special report documenting how mounting heaps of refuse had overwhelmed major roads, markets and residential communities across Lagos. The post Commissioner apologises to Lagos residents over waste management challenges appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

A missing phone has become the most significant evidentiary gap in the Cameroon murder trial implicating media billionaire Jean Pierre Amougou Belinga in the killing of journalist Martinez Zogo. Source

Egyptian billionaire Naguib Sawiris has met Syria's new president in Damascus as he seeks to resolve outstanding financial claims in the country. Source

Femi Otedola now holds 9.27 billion shares in First HoldCo worth N575 billion, cementing his position as the bank's largest individual shareholder. Source

The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) said emergency responders had recovered eight bodies and rescued 26 people from the debris as of 4:20 p.m. on Thursday. The post Eight dead, 26 rescued as three-storey building collapses in Lagos appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

Mr Olurode said the president deserved commendation for proposing constitutional amendments that would allow the establishment of state police across the 36 states of the federation. The post Tinubu’s state police proposal timely, commendable — ex-UNILAG don appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

President William Ruto has escalated his feud with Kenyan billionaire Gideon Moi, accusing Standard Group of gangsterism and targeting months of unpaid employee salaries. Source

Ahmed El Sewedy's Elsewedy Electric has launched three strategic industrial projects worth $200 million targeting Egypt's circular economy ambitions and expanding its industrial export base. Source

Taiwo Afolabi's SAHCO has formally approved a N1.62 billion dividend payout for shareholders following the company's record-breaking 2025 financial performance and expansion plans into the UAE. Source

Mr Inuwa said the agency remained committed to ensuring that young people enjoy safe, positive, and age-appropriate online experiences. The post NITDA, Meta partner to strengthen youth online safety appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

He alleged that incidents of political violence had increased in recent months, citing the killing of 14-year-old Ezekiel Olapade in Ilobu, Irepodun Local Government Area, as one of the most tragic cases. The post Lawyer petitions IGP over escalating political violence in Osun appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

“Investigations revealed that the pregnancy was allegedly terminated at about five months’ gestation at a private medical facility in Ajah, Lagos,” the police said. The post Man accuses fiancée of defrauding him of ₦16.17m in pregnancy scam — Police appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source

The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) has commissioned a 505kWp interconnected solar mini-grid in Epe, Lagos State, providing reliable electricity to five underserved communities and advancing Nigeria’s rural electrification and clean energy goals. The post REA commissions solar mini-grid to power five Lagos communities appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria . Source