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Police launch manhunt for teacher who allegedly flogged student to death
“Photographs of the deceased were taken, and preliminary observations revealed visible marks of violence on different parts of the victim’s body,” he said. The post Police launch manhunt for teacher who allegedly flogged student to death appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
PDP Leadership Suit: Court fines Wabara, others N140m, awards N10m against lawyer
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday awarded N140 million against the Adolphus Wabara-led Board of Trustees (BoT) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for filing a frivolous suit against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and others. Justice Salim Ibrahim, in a judgment, also dismissed the leadership tussle suit for being “an abuse […
Anambra court sentences two to death for rape, murder of 17-yr-old
The judge condemned the acts of the convicts, describing them as a violation that demanded accountability and had desecrated societal values. The post Anambra court sentences two to death for rape, murder of 17-yr-old appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
Ebola: BVD outbreak in DRC remains active with 2,124 cases
As of 15 July 2026, a cumulative total of 2,124 confirmed cases, including 828 deaths, have been reported from the DRC. The post Ebola: BVD outbreak in DRC remains active with 2,124 cases appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
Police apprehend four over alleged mob killing in Uyo
The police spokesperson said the victim was beaten with sticks and machetes until he died. The post Police apprehend four over alleged mob killing in Uyo appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
PCN seals over 500 drug outlets in Cross River, gives reasons
Disclosing this at a news conference on Friday in Calabar, PCN’s Director of Enforcement, Suleiman Chiroma, said the findings were the outcome of a four-day enforcement exercise in Cross River. The post PCN seals over 500 drug outlets in Cross River, gives reasons appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
Abia govt warns new health workers against extortion, absenteeism
An official disclosed that healthcare professionals from states such as Enugu, Anambra, Gombe, Rivers, Ebonyi and Ogun were among those recruited. The post Abia govt warns new health workers against extortion, absenteeism appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
Ex-minister Turner Isoun is dead
The former minister died on 15 July in Abuja. He was 87. The post Ex-minister Turner Isoun is dead appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
Mary Habila’s family petitions IGP for release of her remains
Ms Habila was reported dead at a private residence belonging to the Minister of Works David Umahi in Uburu, Ohaozara Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. Her remains have since remained in police custody. The post Mary Habila’s family petitions IGP for release of her remains appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
I want NILDS to become intellectual hub of democracy – DG
Mr Sulaiman said that his administration prioritised institutional development, staff members' welfare, research excellence and legislative capacity building, positioning NILDS as a leading democratic governance institution across Africa. The post I want NILDS to become intellectual hub of democracy – DG appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
NEMA receives 1,516 Nigerians voluntarily repatriated from South Africa
NEMA said the returnees arrived in seven batches through the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos, aboard Air Peace and South African Airways flights. The post NEMA receives 1,516 Nigerians voluntarily repatriated from South Africa appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
Court dismisses suit seeking INEC’s recognition for Wabara, Turaki as PDP leaders
The judge, who affirmed the leadership of Mohammed Abdulrahman-led PDP - the faction loyal to the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike - said “the preliminary objections filed by all the defendants succeed.” The post Court dismisses suit seeking INEC’s recognition for Wabara, Turaki as PDP leaders appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
Niger investigates suspected infectious disease after child’s death
Mr Idris said the Ministry of Health responded after a father shared videos on social media alleging that a strange illness had affected members of his household. The post Niger investigates suspected infectious disease after child’s death appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
Court dismisses Bayelsa traditional ruler’s suit against SPDC
The traditional ruler alleged that Shell's divestment did not comply with the guidelines stipulated in the Petroleum Industry Act 2021. The post Court dismisses Bayelsa traditional ruler’s suit against SPDC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
Appeal Court sets aside judgement nullifying INEC’s 2027 election guidelines
The appellate court voided and set aside the 20 May judgement of the lower court, which had nullified the guidelines and barred their implementation. The post Appeal Court sets aside judgement nullifying INEC’s 2027 election guidelines appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
Former Aso Villa chaplain, William Okoye, is dead, CAN mourns
A statement on behalf of the Board of Trustees and the National Executive Council of the All Christians Fellowship Mission said Mr Okoye died peacefully on Wednesday, 15 July. The post Former Aso Villa chaplain, William Okoye, is dead, CAN mourns appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
2027: Labour Party uploaded candidates’ names before INEC deadline – Spokesperson
The party said it uploaded its candidate on INEC portal on 10 July. The post 2027: Labour Party uploaded candidates’ names before INEC deadline – Spokesperson appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
Senate urges immediate security deployment over fresh killings in Benue communities
The Senate observed a minute of silence in honour of the victims of the attacks on Akpachi-Ugboju and Otukpo-Nobi, as well as those who lost their lives in the fresh assault on Ondo Ugboju. The post Senate urges immediate security deployment over fresh killings in Benue communities appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
NCAA bans pilots in Asaba incident from flying
On 10 June, a Bombardier Challenger 601-3A, a VMO Aero-operated aircraft, landed on a road under construction near Asaba Airport. The post NCAA bans pilots in Asaba incident from flying appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
Family lauds Edo govt for rescuing mentally ill woman
NAN reports that the Edo State Government rescued Evbu Eguasa on 13 July after receiving information about her condition and subsequently commenced her rehabilitation programme. Ms Eguasa, born in 1964, lived in Italy for several years before returning to Nigeria under difficult circumstances. The post Family lauds Edo govt for rescuing mentally ill woman ap