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The National Association of Nigerian Students, South-West Zone D, has announced plans to commence a total and peaceful shutdown of academic activities across tertiary institutions in Osun State over growing concerns about political violence ahead of the state’s governorship election. The association disclosed this in a Monday statement jointly signed by its Coordinator, Adeyemo Josiah; Secretary-General, Ojetola Babatunde; and Public Relations Officer, Tope Olugbemi. NANS said it took the decision after observing what it described as an alarming escalation of political violence, shootings, intimidation and politically related killings across the state. According to the association, the security situation no longer…

The Federal Government is preparing to raise approximately ₦729 billion from the capital market to settle confirmed financial obligations owed to electricity generation companies in Nigeria. The proposed transaction represents the second fundraising exercise under the Presidential Power Sector Debt Reduction Programme and follows a ₦501 billion issuance completed in January 2026. Together, both instruments will provide about ₦1.23 trillion for the settlement of liabilities accumulated within the Nigerian electricity market. An investors’ forum will be held on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, to present the structure of the new instrument to prospective participants and explain the repayment and risk-protection arrangements.…

Gbemi, the new partner of comedian MC Fish, has responded to a cease-and-desist letter issued by his estranged wife, actress Anita Joseph, accusing her of making defamatory statements on social media. In December 2025, PREMIUM TIMES reported that Anita confirmed the end of her marriage to MC Fish on Instagram. In May, the comedian disclosed that infidelity on both sides led to the breakdown of the marriage. Following the separation, MC Fish made his relationship with Gbemi public after the pair first sparked dating rumours in February. Their relationship attracted criticism from social media users, many of whom accused Gbemi…

A new report has revealed that about half of the approved diagnostic tests for six epidemic-prone diseases prioritised by the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) cannot be used in most primary healthcare facilities across Africa because they require laboratory infrastructure that is often unavailable. The report found that 50 per cent of approved diagnostics for Mpox, dengue, cholera, bacterial meningitis, malaria and Ebola depend on laboratory facilities beyond the reach of many frontline health centres. For Ebola alone, 88 per cent of approved diagnostic tests require laboratory infrastructure. It also found that funding for diagnostic research…

July 19, 2026 21:43 GMT (UK), by Sri Aswin Mainoo injured at the World Cup? Manchester United have suffered a fresh midfield injury blow with Kobbie Mainoo sustaining a setback during the World Cup. The England international did not play a single minute at the tournament, but he picked up a back issue in the final training session.Mainoo was initially expected to start in the third-place play-off against France, but did not make the matchday squad in the end.In the post-match press conference, manager Thomas Tuchel confirmed bad news on Mainoo, and we should get a further update soon.The United…

“Urgent actions are more than necessary to reduce consumption deficits and vulnerability and strengthen the resilience of affected households to prevent their food situation from shifting to higher levels of severe hunger,” according to new analysis from the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) index.The latest data reflects a significant increase from the previous May to June period, the report found.Most of the affected people are refugees living in the Ali Addeh and Holl-Holl camps where households remain largely dependent on food assistance. Nearly 70 per cent of their population, over 21,000 people, have been classified under the crisis level or…

The Enugu State Housing Development Corporation has unveiled a demand-driven approach to affordable housing delivery, advocating practical solutions that align with the needs, preferences, and economic realities of Nigerians. Speaking at the 20th anniversary edition of the Africa International Housing Show (AIHS) 2026 in Abuja, Mrs. Adenike Okebu, the acting general manager of ESHDC, presented the Corporation’s housing model as a practical strategy for tackling Nigeria’s housing deficit through sustainable, people-centred development. The six-day conference, held at the Transcorp Hilton, brought together participants from more than 30 countries, including government officials, policymakers, investors, developers, housing finance institutions, and construction experts…

Opposition political parties have criticised the administration of President Bola Tinubu over the Presidency’s admission that terrorist groups may have infiltrated Nigeria’s security architecture, describing the disclosure as further evidence of the Federal Government’s failure to tackle the country’s worsening insecurity. The parties – the Social Democratic Party, African Democratic Congress, Young Progressives Party, Peoples Democratic Party and the National Democratic Coalition – said the revelation by the Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, underscored the need for urgent reforms, thorough investigations and the prosecution of any security personnel found collaborating with terrorists. The presidential aide,…

Dangote Petroleum Refinery is reportedly nearing completion of a $2.5 billion private placement that values the company at about $40 billion ahead of its planned public listing. People familiar with the transaction said investors acquired as much as 6 per cent of the refinery, according to a BusinessDay report. The reported terms would value the business at approximately $40 billion. Neither Dangote Group nor the refinery has publicly announced the final amount raised, the identities of most subscribers or the precise percentage sold. The figures should therefore be treated as transaction details supplied by unnamed sources rather than confirmed company…

Spain were crowned FIFA World Cup champions for the second time after Ferran Torres scored in extra time to seal a hard-fought 1-0 victory over 10-man Argentina in the final on Sunday. The match remained goalless after 90 minutes despite Spain dominating possession and creating the better chances. Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez delivered an outstanding performance, making a series of crucial saves to keep the defending champions in the contest. Spain came close to taking the lead as early as the fifth minute when Lamine Yamal forced Martinez into a save. The Aston Villa goalkeeper continued his heroics throughout the…