UN Explains Why Violent Extremism Persists in West Africa and the Sahel

Dr. Mohammed Ibn Chambas, the United Nations (UN) Special Representative for West Africa and the Sahel, has raised alarm over the growing radicalisation of youth in the region, attributing it…

LG Legislative Council Confirms Obasa’s Son as New Chairman

The 10th Assembly of the Agege Legislative Council has formally accepted the resignation of its Chairman, Tunde Azeez, popularly known as Disco, and confirmed AbdulGaniyu Vinod Obasa, the former Vice…

Five African Countries with US Military Bases

The U.S. military presence in Africa dates back several years, not something that began recently. While European powers once led most of the continent’s security and peacekeeping efforts, the United…

CDCFIB Announces Online Test Schedule for Shortlisted Applicants

The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has announced that its recruitment portal will officially close on Friday, 7th November 2025, urging all shortlisted applicants to confirm…

BREAKING: Immigration Releases Senator Natasha’s Passport After Public Outcry

The Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) has released the passport of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, after a public outcry over what she described as an unlawful and…

We Are Preparing for Action in Nigeria — US War Secretary

The United States Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth, has said his department is preparing for possible military intervention if the Nigerian government fails to halt what he described as “the…

Trump Threatens to Deploy US Military to Completely Wipe Out Terrorists in Nigeria

United States President Donald Trump has warned that he has directed the Department of Defence to prepare for potential military intervention in Nigeria if the Nigerian government “continues to allow…

Trump Declares Nigeria ‘Country of Particular Concern’ Over Reports of Christian Genocide

United States President Donald Trump has designated Nigeria a “country of particular concern,” citing what he described as a growing wave of persecution against Christians in the country. In a…

Police Launches Probe as Fire Guts Ondo Prepaid Meter Warehouse

The Police Command in Ondo State has commenced investigation into an alleged arson attack at a warehouse in Okitipupa that destroyed prepaid electricity meters worth over ₦10 million. The spokesperson…

FULL LIST: Names of 16 Nigerian Military Officers Detained Over Alleged Coup Plot

As investigations continue into the foiled coup attempt against President Bola Tinubu’s administration, Premium Times has obtained exclusive information revealing the identities and ranks of 16 senior military officers allegedly…