The Kebbi State Government has confirmed that 26 people have died from a suspected outbreak of cerebrospinal meningitis in Aliero, Gwandu, and Jega local government areas, respectively. Cerebrospinal meningitis is a serious infection that causes inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord. It is usually caused by bacteria or viruses and
Nigeria has sealed a groundbreaking $200 million agreement aimed at expanding access to electricity in rural and underserved areas through renewable mini grids. The deal, signed with WeLight, a pan-African Distributed Renewable Energy company, is expected to provide stable and affordable power to millions of Nigerians who currently rely on expensive and unreliable alternatives. The
Oil marketers have expressed displeasure over the negative impacts of the unstable pricing index for the nation’s Premium Motor Spirit otherwise known as Petrol, saying the flip+flop is now threatening their businesses. The President of the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN), Billy Gilly-Harris, raised the concerns. According to Gilly-Harris, fluctuating petrol
The Managing Director, Rural Electrification Agency (REA), Abba Aliyu, has said that Nigeria has so far secured $950 million in funding for its Distributed Access through Renewable Energy Scale-up (DARES) programme. Aliyu disclosed the development on Monday in Abuja during a renewable energy service company collaborative agreement signing ceremony with nine companies. HeAliyu the Federal
A Junior Secondary School (JSS) Student of the King’s College Lagos, names withheld, has died, following the outbreak of Diphtheria in the school. The Chairperson of the Parents-Teachers Association (PTA), Peter Oluwaleye, confirmed to PREMIUM TIMES on Monday morning that the student, passed away last week at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH), while receiving
The Presidency and the ruling All Progressives Congress, on Monday, dismissed moves by the former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, to galvanize opposition figures towards unseating President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 Presidential election. They said El-Rufai is being allegedly driven by “an inordinate ambition that is destined to fail” in his defection to the
Daniel Dubois remains the frontrunner for Anthony Joshua’s next fight despite a list of five potential opponents being considered for the British-Nigerian heavyweight, according to promoter Eddie Hearn. “Daniel Dubois still (is the frontrunner). In an ideal world, he will fight Fury, if not Dubois,” Hearn told talkSPORT as he outlined the options for Joshua’s return
The Malian tactician, who released an expanded provisional squad of 39 players last week, has kept the Nigerian football community waiting as fans eagerly anticipate his selection for what will be his debut matches in charge of the three-time African champions. Chelle’s appointment comes at a critical juncture for Nigerian football, with the Super Eagles’
How health challenge keeps Taraba Deputy Governor Out of office for 5minths Govt Addresses Concerns Over Deputy Governor Aminu Alkali’s Absence The Taraba State Government has clarified the whereabouts of Deputy Governor Aminu Alkali, who has been absent since November 2024, there raising concerns about his wellbeing and duties of office. According to the government,
Former Governor of Ekiti State, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, has refuted information circulating online, suggesting that he has left the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a post on his X handle on Monday, Fayemi reiterated his unwavering commitment to the ruling party, emphasizing that he remains a card-carrying foundation member. Fayemi addressed the rumors, stating that,
