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Ex-Minister Mamman was sentenced to 75 years in prison following a corruption trial. The case has drawn attention to how public officers' conduct in office exacerbates Nigeria's power crisis.

Troops in Nigeria arrested 19 suspects during a raid in Plateau State following an ambush that killed two security operatives and resulted in the theft of their service rifles. Security forces are intensifying efforts to identify those responsible for the attack.

A coup suspect in Nigeria disclosed to interrogators details about his alleged role in recruiting financiers for a 2025 coup plot, including private discussions, doubts, and reflections on the failed attempt. The report is part of Premium Times' exclusive series on the alleged coup.

Nigeria's Tinubu approved up to 80% salary increases for soldiers, with junior soldiers receiving the largest percentage. The pay raise targets personnel actively engaged in combat operations.

The article reveals how former Gov. Sylva's alleged donations to a failed coup against President Tinubu were distributed to suspected conspirators, as part of Premium Times' reporting series.

At least 16 people are feared killed in attacks on Sokoto communities in Sabon Birni and Rabah local government areas, with three injured, an unconfirmed number abducted, and several families displaced. The attacks occurred over the weekend.

Nigeria is leveraging its status as Africa's largest population and expanding digital economy to grow its healthcare market and technology sector under Tinubu's agenda for health tech unicorns. The country's technology sector is noted for its growing regional influence.

Gunmen attacked St. Joseph Catholic Church in Inoyi, Affa, Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State, Nigeria, on Sunday morning, abducting three people. The incident was reported by witnesses to Premium Times.

Adeyemi's lawyers argue that the fake PFIPC controversies involve multiple federal agencies and should not be attributed solely to him. The article highlights the role of key federal agencies in validating the fake PFIPC.

The article details an investigation into sources of funds allegedly used by Sylva to support a failed coup against the President Tinubu administration. It is part of a series examining the plot's financial backing.

Kayinsola Ajayi, a 21-year-old Nigerian sprinter, expressed his desire to become Nigeria's first men's 100m Commonwealth champion. He discussed his performance, gold medal aspirations, the 4x100m relay, and representing his Ikorodu neighborhood during an interview with Premium Times in Glasgow.

Nigerian Police have deployed a new Commissioner of Police (CP) to oversee the Osun Governorship Poll. This decision follows months of controversies surrounding the Osun State Police command led by Ibrahim Gotan and calls for his redeployment by the state government.

President Tinubu criticized governors in Nigeria for constructing unnecessary flyovers, stating they are misusing funds by taking four to five times their allocated money. He also noted that no one is now borrowing money to pay salaries.

Governor Makinde of Nigeria's Oyo state has expressed doubts about the circumstances of a school abduction and suggested political motivations behind the incident. He has established a panel to investigate the case.

Communities near Nigeria's oil facilities in Akwa Ibom and Bayelsa are experiencing environmental and health impacts from gas flares and methane emissions, including disappearing fish and polluted rainwater. The article highlights regulatory failures in addressing these issues.

Nigeria's El-Rufai's doctor, Mr. Abubakar, denies claims of forgery in a report. Abubakar stated he does not know the man accused of using the report to depose an affidavit in El-Rufai's favor.

The Nigerian Army Chief has appointed General Officers Commanding for newly established divisions as part of a comprehensive reorganization of the Army's divisional areas of responsibility.

An alleged coup leader in Nigeria paid millions of naira to Islamic clerics for spiritual backing in a failed plot against President Tinubu, as revealed in a Premium Times exclusive series. The report is part of an ongoing investigation into the 2025 coup attempt.

Seven people are feared dead and two University of Abuja students were injured in a truck crash involving eight vehicles near the university's entrance. The accident occurred at 11:40 a.m. beneath a pedestrian bridge, causing panic among students and motorists.

The article details the alleged plans of coup plotters against President Tinubu's administration, including their intended Day 1 decisions and motivational quotes. It is part of a series examining the failed coup attempt and the plotters' regime agenda.

A three-storey building collapsed in Amaokpala, Oko, Orumba North Local Government Area on Sunday night, with many students feared trapped. The incident was reported by Premium Times.

Peter Obi outlines his plan to unify Nigeria and heal wounds from a 30-month civil war that killed over three million people, primarily from Eastern Nigeria, and destroyed billions in property. The civil war occurred between 1967 and 1970.

Premium Times criticizes the National Nigerian Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) for its repeated disregard of Senate oversight and holds Senate President Godswill Akpabio responsible for these actions.

A High Court Judge in Nigeria's Kebbi state was abducted by bandits from his residence in Bunza LGA. The incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday, following the judge's return from a trip to Sokoto State.

A coup suspect reportedly mocked President Tinubu after the cancellation of an Independence Day parade, as detailed in a Premium Times series exploring the unpublicized aspects of a failed coup plot against Tinubu's government. The article highlights the contradictions in the motivations and uncertainties of the alleged conspiracy through an officer's perspective.

Nigeria is being recognized across the African continent and beyond as a premier pioneer and leader in renewable energy innovation, according to an article by Abba Aliyu in Premium Times.

Premium Times is set to publish a special series revealing rare and intriguing details of an alleged 2025 failed coup plot against President Bola Tinubu’s administration, based on official investigation records. The series highlights shocking aspects of the purported conspiracy.

A top ally of El-Rufai has resigned from Kaduna ADC. The resignation was confirmed via a letter seen by Premium Times on 21 July. The exit occurs days after the party's reconciliation efforts.

Three suspected terrorists linked to the Oyo school abduction case in Nigeria pleaded guilty to eight terrorism charges out of ten brought against them. The defendants' guilty plea was reported by Premium Times.

An Akwa Ibom federal lawmaker reports that flooding caused by heavy rainfall is causing havoc in their constituency, particularly in Uyo, the capital city, leading to destruction of homes and businesses.

The cost of preparing a pot of Jollof Rice in Nigeria has increased by 14.6 percent over 11 months, according to a report. Consumers are adapting by purchasing smaller quantities, substituting fresh ingredients with dried or processed alternatives, and reducing portion sizes.

Nigeria arrested seven returning Hajj pilgrims suspected of being terrorists at Katsina airport. A Premium Times investigation examines the Hajj registration and screening process, highlighting unanswered questions about the arrests.

Two Ansaru leaders pleaded guilty to 32 terrorism-related charges, including terrorism, terrorism financing, kidnapping for ransom, illegal mining, and fabricating improvised explosive devices. The charges cover a range of offenses linked to terrorism and criminal activities.

The article discusses Nigeria's potential reconsideration of dismantling its 6-3-3-4 education system, emphasizing the need for thorough societal debate before overhauling public education.

Nigeria's withdrawal of the Amendment Bill on State Police has prompted a comprehensive review to address newly identified issues in the proposed law. The review aims to align the framework with Nigeria's existing security architecture.

A Nigerian court sentenced an ally of a notorious bandit to 20 years in prison for two counts. The judge imposed 20 years for each count without an option of paying a fine.

A court rejected a request to compel a PREMIUM TIMES reporter to disclose sources related to a port ownership report. The ruling confirmed that journalists can protect their sources unless those sources are directly linked to the case.

President Tinubu states that Buhari's transition from military ruler to civilian democrat marked him as a significant figure in Nigeria's history, a year after his death.

Suspected gunmen killed nine family members, including an infant, in a late-night attack on two communities in Plateau State, Nigeria.

Nigeria's police confirmed eight people were killed in a suspected terrorist attack on a Benue community. The police commissioner described the incident as a 'purely a terrorist attack' and noted the assailants used guerrilla tactics.