…I am intentional about putting Nigeria on the map with my content, I don’t think that part has been very intentional,” she said. “I don’t sit down and say, ‘Let me pick a character from this region or that region.’ I just do it according to how it comes.”

…a video circulating online, the woman advised men to be cautious when choosing a life partner, making a distinction between widows with children and women whom she claimed intentionally became single mothers. Lady explains her position The woman said, “If you’re my son, if you’re my brother, if you’re my father, I’ll a…

…owner and chairman of Chelsea Football Club,” the club said. “The club sends our heartfelt condolences to Ken’s wife Suzannah, the rest of his family and his friends.” Chelsea also praised Bates for helping to transform the club during a difficult period. Former Chelsea chairman Ken Bates – Getty image “Ken’s determina…

…local value chains, reduce poverty, provide opportunities for women, young people, artisans, farmers, and emerging entrepreneurs. He said Katsina had already earned national recognition after being named the Best Sub-National SME Development Agency in Nigeria, while one indigenous enterprise won the Most Outstanding SM…

…“Record breaking, record making, history in the making,” the 45-year-old hip hop artist said before being presented with his certificate. Members of the crowd sporting “bald caps” gather in the sunshine ahead of a concert by US rapper and singer Pitbull in Hyde Park, London, on July 10, 2026. Ahead of the performance a…

…a set in his last six wins over Zverev. That miserable streak for the German was started by a 6-0, 6-1 hammering in the Paris Masters semi-finals last year. Only one set they have played since could even be considered a genuine contest, a second set which went to a tie-break in the Miami Open quarter-finals in March. B…

The Kwara State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has congratulated the Government and people of Oyo State on the successful rescue of the 49 abducted school children and teachers, who regained their freedom after spending 56 days in the kidnappers' captivity. The post Kwara: PDP laments 159 days of 179 Wor…

…has issued an urgent public health advisory following a rise in diphtheria cases in parts of the state, with children accounting for the majority of reported infections.In a statement released on Saturday, the ministry said it has intensified efforts to contain the outbreak and urged parents, caregivers, schools and co…

…that he deliberately staged the abduction and succeeded in collecting N50,000 as part of the ransom paid by his family for his purported release. Further investigation by the police led to the arrest of one Agbelusi Ayomide, 23 years old, who allegedly conspired with the suspect and harboured him in his residence while…

…club could receive an additional €9 million through performance-related bonuses. As part of the agreement, Dortmund have secured a 35 per cent sell-on clause, allowing them to benefit financially from any future transfer involving the Germany international. Karim Adeyemi – Getty image The transfer follows weeks of disc…

…to Istanbul to hold talks with Galatasaray officials as discussions between all parties entered an advanced stage. Osimhen reportedly contacts Ugochukwu over possible move you Galatasaray – Getty image Galatasaray are expected to pay a loan fee of around €5 million, while the proposed permanent transfer clause is value…

…over the food his children reportedly brought home from their school’s graduation party despite paying ₦12,000 for the celebration. According to the man, the payment covered two children attending the event. However, he claimed they returned home with only two plates of rice, a very small portion of meat and no drinks…

…with many users expressing sympathy for the woman and describing the experience as heartbreaking. Others shared similar childhood experiences, while some encouraged parents to be mindful of how their actions and words can leave lasting emotional scars on children. The story has continued to generate discussion online,…

…Three days later, believe it or not, my cousin and I were told that we were going to start selling pure water. I couldn’t believe my ears. It felt like a joke, but we began selling pure water at Agabara bus stop and in Agbara market and other places…” Story resonates with social media users The account has generated re…

…A man has shared how a routine call from his daughter’s school allegedly uncovered that part of the money he sent for her school fees had been diverted, leaving the child’s fees incomplete just weeks before examinations. According to the man, his wife informed him that their daughter’s school fees were ₦180,000. He sai…

…court for their employers unless they are employed as legal officers in a government department or agency. Among the reliefs sought were orders compelling the conversion of qualified police lawyers performing legal services within the Force to the Specialist Legal Cadre and directing the deployment of police lawyers to…

By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo ABUJA — Presidential candidate of the Accord Party for the 2027 general election, Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has commended Nigeria’s security agencies for rescuing victims abducted in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State after about 50 days in captivity. Hashim said the successful operation…

…Fabrizio Romano has revealed that his world-famous “Here we go” catchphrase was never part of a branding strategy but emerged accidentally while covering a lengthy Manchester United transfer saga nearly a decade ago. Speaking during Trevor Noah’s World Cup Watch Party on Friday, Romano said the phrase first appeared af…

GistReel ‎A Nigerian lady recounts how bandits took her brother's life in a heartbreaking ordeal. ‎ ‎In a post on X, the lady shared that her uncle was kidnapped with his two sons while travelling to Lagos. ‎ ‎ Lady Speaks On Uncle’s Tragic Passing ‎ ‎Identified as @oreofe-06 on X, the lady disclosed that the kidnapper…

…dismissed reports that it plans to replace any of its candidates who emerged from the party’s recent primaries ahead of the 2027 general elections. The party’s state chairman, Dr. Aliyu Bello, made this known on Saturday in Lafia while distributing Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Forms EC9 and EC13E to…

…The source, who spoke with Vanguard, said the delay was not a denial of access but part of the standard security protocol observed by military authorities for everyone seeking to see the victims. According to the source, the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Oluwaserimi Ajetunmobi, and former Chief Medical Director of the U…

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…statement made available to journalists in Calabar on Saturday. Stephen Agbor of the Department of Medical and Dental Service (DMDS), and Dan Abubakar signed the statement. According to the duo, the facilities were sealed following inspection by the taskforce on Health Quality and Anti-Quackery. Stay Ahead with Premium…

…social responsibility in the company’s culture by encouraging employees to lead and participate in community initiatives. Moving beyond corporate philanthropy Across Africa, gaming companies have increasingly faced scrutiny over their social responsibilities, with regulators, investors and consumers expecting operators…

From unfinished homes to shop compartments, this report explores how unequal living conditions influence early childhood development and deepen inequalities among children in a community in Abuja. The post How poverty affects childhood development in Nigerian capital appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.