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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Statement On The Latest Premium Times Publication Concerning Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji

June 13, 2026

Our attention has been drawn to yet another PREMIUM TIMES publication alleging that a court has ordered the arrest of former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji. We wish to state unequivocally that Chief Nnaji is not in hiding and has never evaded any law enforcement agency. As a former Minister...

Three Women Enter 2027 Presidential Race as Nigeria Records Historic Gender Milestone

June 13, 2026

Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election has entered a historic phase as Women presidential candidates emerge in record representation, with three female contenders officially confirmed to challenge President Bola Tinubu and other leading aspirants for the nation’s highest office. The development marks a significant moment in Nigeria’s electoral history, highlighting gradual but steady shifts in gender participation...

Democracy Day Protests Rock Abuja, Lagos as Activists Demand Action on Hardship, Insecurity

June 13, 2026

Nigeria’s 2026 Democracy Day celebrations were overshadowed by protests in Abuja and Lagos as activists, civil society groups and concerned citizens took to the streets to demand stronger action on insecurity, economic hardship and governance challenges. The demonstrations coincided with the 33rd anniversary of the June 12, 1993 presidential election, widely regarded as a defining...

Economic Reforms Recovery: Tinubu Defends Three Years of Hard Choices

June 12, 2026

President Bola Tinubu has defended the difficult policy decisions taken since assuming office on May 29, 2023, stating that the country’s ongoing Economic Reforms Recovery efforts were necessary to prevent a deeper national crisis. Speaking while reflecting on his administration’s third anniversary, the President acknowledged the sacrifices made by Nigerians but maintained that reforms were...

Sanwo-Olu Unveils Hamzat, Sonayon-James as Lagos APC Flagbearers

June 11, 2026

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has unveiled his deputy, Obafemi Hamzat, and Princess Damilola Sonayon-James as Lagos APC Flagbearers for the forthcoming governorship election. The announcement signals the party’s move to consolidate its position in the state ahead of the next electoral cycle. The announcement was made via the governor’s verified X handle on Thursday....

When a Newspaper Becomes the Story: Questions Arising from Premium Times’ Campaign Against Chief Uche Nnaji

June 10, 2026

By Dr. Robert Ngwu, PhD In a democracy, newspapers are expected to investigate stories—not become the story themselves. Yet the prolonged coverage of former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji, by PREMIUM TIMES has raised questions that now extend beyond the original allegations and into the realm of journalism itself: how...

Okonkwo Reacts to Obi’s N5bn Defamation Suit Threat

June 10, 2026

Actor-turned-politician Kenneth Okonkwo has reacted to reports of an N5 billion defamation suit reportedly being prepared against him by former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi. In his response, Okonkwo Reacts to Obi by describing the move as unwise and challenging the former presidential candidate to proceed with the legal action. The dispute follows reports...

Obi-Kwankwaso Alliance Faces Northern Resistance Ahead of 2027

June 7, 2026

The proposed Obi-Kwankwaso Alliance ahead of the 2027 presidential election is facing resistance from some northern political stakeholders and sections of the electorate, according to findings by Sunday PUNCH. While critics argue that the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) lacks visibility and acceptance in parts of the region, party leaders insist support for the platform is...

OFU OBI, EARLY CAMPAIGNING, AND THE ₦2 TRILLION QUESTION IN ENUGU

June 6, 2026

By Dr. Robert Ngwu The Ofu Obi Rally held in Enugu East Senatorial Zone has generated considerable political interest across Enugu State and beyond. Officially presented as a gathering of stakeholders and supporters, the event has nevertheless raised important questions about governance, political priorities, and the direction of public discourse in the state as the...

Akpabio Denies Promising APC Tickets to Defeated Senators

June 6, 2026

Akpabio Denies Promising APC tickets to senators who were unsuccessful in the recent All Progressives Congress (APC) primary elections. The Senate President dismissed reports suggesting he guaranteed automatic nominations for affected lawmakers, stating that his comments were intended only to express sympathy and reassure colleagues that party leaders were reviewing concerns arising from the primary...

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2027: Nigerians Question Whether Their Votes Will Count

September 12, 2026

As Nigeria prepares for the 2027 general elections, concerns over the credibility of the electoral process have resurfaced, with stakeholders divided over whether voters’ choices will be fully protected and reflected in the final results. The debate followed the inauguration of the All Progressives Movement, APM, presidential campaign office in Ibadan, where Oyo State Governor...

2027: Obi Supporters to Track Votes From Polling Units to Abuja, Says Yesufu

September 11, 2026

Political activist and Nigeria Democratic Congress member, Aisha Yesufu, has said supporters of the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, will take direct steps to protect their votes in the 2027 presidential election. Yesufu said the supporters would deploy representatives to polling units and monitor election materials and results throughout the collation process. She said the...

Reps Probe N432bn Oil Revenue Debt Owed to NMDPRA

September 10, 2026

The House of Representatives Public Accounts Committee, PAC, has commenced an investigation into outstanding oil revenue debt owed to the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, NMDPRA, by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, and oil companies. The liabilities under investigation have been put at N432.07 billion. The probe followed findings contained in...

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