By Premium Times In a shocking revelation, Premium Times has uncovered a widespread bribery scheme orchestrated by Nigerian lawmakers, targeting federal universities and other tertiary institutions under the guise of budget approvals. Using threats and intimidation, members of the National Assembly are reportedly extorting millions of naira from university leaders to secure allocations in theContinue reading "Corruption Scandal Rocks Nigerian Legislature: Lawmakers Allegedly Demand N480 Million Bribe from Universities to Approve 2025 Budget"
“Lagos Speaker Obasa Declares Unyielding Stance Amid Assembly Controversy”
Mudashiru Obasa, the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, has reaffirmed his position with an air of defiance, emphasizing his unwavering commitment to the office. Taking to the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of Nigerian Stories, Obasa declared, "I remain the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly until the right thingContinue reading "“Lagos Speaker Obasa Declares Unyielding Stance Amid Assembly Controversy”"
“Magistrate Court Orders Woman to Pay ₦150,000 in Transport Fare Dispute with Boyfriend”
In a rather unusual legal ruling, a Magistrate Court in Ilesa, Osun State, has captured public attention by ordering Miss Rhoda Adu to pay ₦150,000 in damages to her boyfriend, Mr. Olapitan Sola. This development follows a peculiar case involving a failed visit and an unfulfilled promise.According to reports, Miss Adu had collected ₦3,000 fromContinue reading "“Magistrate Court Orders Woman to Pay ₦150,000 in Transport Fare Dispute with Boyfriend”"
Breaking: Tinubu’s Nationwide Presidential Pardon—Nigerian Prisons Chief Compiles List of Eligible Inmates
In a major development, the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has initiated steps to identify inmates across the country eligible for a nationwide presidential pardon under the directive of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Acting Controller General of Corrections (CGC), Sylvester Nwakuche, has written to all state Controllers of Corrections and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Commands,Continue reading "Breaking: Tinubu’s Nationwide Presidential Pardon—Nigerian Prisons Chief Compiles List of Eligible Inmates"
Taraba Governor Agbu Kefas Showcases Mumuye Cultural Festival as a Beacon for Global Tourism
Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to promoting the state's rich cultural heritage and positioning it as a global tourism destination. Taking to his official X (formerly Twitter) handle, the governor shared his experience at the Annual Belle Cultural Festival of the Mumuye people, held at the palace of theirContinue reading "Taraba Governor Agbu Kefas Showcases Mumuye Cultural Festival as a Beacon for Global Tourism"
“A Mockery of Justice: Nnamdi Kanu Condemns Trial as Dirty Politics”
In a fiery critique of Nigeria’s judicial process, Nnamdi Kanu, the embattled leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has declared his ongoing trial in Abuja a sham, expressing deep disillusionment with the likelihood of a fair judgment. Kanu, currently detained by the Department of State Services (DSS), maintains that his legal battles areContinue reading "“A Mockery of Justice: Nnamdi Kanu Condemns Trial as Dirty Politics”"
“Nigeria Will Become a Global Superpower in Military Equipment Production Soon – Chief of Defence Staff”
In a bold declaration that has set the tone for optimism and ambition, the Peter Obi Grassroots Mobilization group has taken to its official X handle to share an inspiring vision for Nigeria's future. According to the group, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) has projected that Nigeria will emerge as a global superpower inContinue reading "“Nigeria Will Become a Global Superpower in Military Equipment Production Soon – Chief of Defence Staff”"
Nigeria Seeks Strategic Partnership with World Economic Forum to Bolster Gas Pipeline Development and Combat Global Threats
In a significant move aimed at addressing global challenges and advancing its energy agenda, Nigeria has reached out to the World Economic Forum (WEF) to establish a robust collaboration on gas pipeline development and strategies to tackle global threats.The announcement was made on Nigerian Stories’ official X handle, capturing the nation’s ambition to strengthen itsContinue reading "Nigeria Seeks Strategic Partnership with World Economic Forum to Bolster Gas Pipeline Development and Combat Global Threats"
Terrorism Crackdown: Nigerian Police Neutralize ESN Kingpins, Destroy Deadly Camps in Imo
The Nigeria Police Force has delivered a significant blow to terrorism, dismantling the operations of the Eastern Security Network (ESN) in a bold operation that highlights its renewed commitment to national security. The announcement, made through the Police Force’s official X handle, detailed the successful neutralization of three high-profile terrorist kingpins and the destruction ofContinue reading "Terrorism Crackdown: Nigerian Police Neutralize ESN Kingpins, Destroy Deadly Camps in Imo"
BREAKING: Bandits Demand N540 Million Ransom for Victims Abducted from Kankara General Hospital in Katsina
In a chilling development that has further heightened security concerns in Nigeria, Nigerian Stories has reported via its official X handle that a notorious bandit group has placed a staggering ransom of N540 million on the heads of victims abducted earlier this week from the General Hospital in Kankara Local Government Area of Katsina State.TheContinue reading "BREAKING: Bandits Demand N540 Million Ransom for Victims Abducted from Kankara General Hospital in Katsina"
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