Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has urged members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to stay the course and not be discouraged by recent defections, stressing that the party is still on track to reclaim national leadership by 2027. Speaking in Abuja during the inaugural meeting of the PDP...
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By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja – Federal Government of Nigeria has called on the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) to reconsider its decision to embark on an industrial strike, emphasising that constructive dialogue remains the most effective and sustainable path toward resolving all outstanding issues in the tertiary education...
Federal Capital Territory High Court in Jabi has officially kicked off proceedings in the N550 million defamation lawsuit filed by Senator Chris Anyanwu against former Imo State Governor, Ikedi Ohakim. Senator Anyanwu is suing Ohakim over remarks he made in an interview with The Nation newspaper, published on January...
President Bola Tinubu has mourned the passing of one of God’s generals, Dr Uma Ukpai, who died at the age of 80. President Tinubu in his tribute on Monday said Reverend Ukpai was not just another preacher; he was an anointed crusader of the faith, filled with fire and...
Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has accepted to host the 2026 Nigeria Public Relations Week in Kaduna, promising that next year’s edition will be one of the best events. The governor made the pledge when the National President of Nigerian Institute of Public Relations(NIPR), Dr Ike Neliaku and members...
Trade Union Congress (TUC) has urged the National Assembly to adopt and fully implement the recommendations of the Justice Mohammed Uwais Electoral Reform Report as part of the ongoing overhaul of Nigeria’s electoral laws. TUC President, Mr. Festus Osifo, made this position known on Monday during a one-day public...
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has assured that by the end of President Bola Tinubu’s first term in office, no judge under the FCT judiciary will be living in rented accommodation. Wike gave the assurance on Monday in Abuja during the groundbreaking ceremony for new...
Nigerian Army has confirmed the death of a soldier, Lance Corporal Akenleye Femi, who allegedly killed his wife and then took his own life at Wawa Cantonment in Niger State. The incident occurred on October 11 at the Corporals and Below Quarters within the military facility. This was disclosed...
Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has officially begun online registration for its Basic Military Training Course (BMTC) 46/2025, calling on patriotic young Nigerians to take advantage of the opportunity to serve their country. In a public announcement, the NAF confirmed that the application process is entirely free, with registration running...
President Bola Tinubu has thrown his weight behind calls for a formal constitutional role for Nigeria’s traditional rulers, describing them as the “most enduring link” between the government and the people. Speaking through Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma, at the National Council of Traditional Rulers of Nigeria (NCTRN) meeting...
Family of renowned Evangelist, Uma Ukpai has announced his passing after an undisclosed illness Ukpai, known for his prophetic sermons and charismatic teaching , died on October 6, according to the family. In a statement made available to the media, the family stated that Uma Ukpai, “a fiery evangelist...
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has described Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, as a pride of the accountancy profession, commending his professionalism, integrity, and application of sound financial principles in governance. The President gave the commendation when he received a delegation from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria...
As I pen this, a Nigerian, Henry Okah, has spent 12 years of his life in Ebongweni Correctional Centre, in South Africa. All things beign equal, Okah has another 12 years of his life to spend, perhaps in the same prison, before the South African government will decide on...
U.S. President Donald Trump touched down in Israel on Monday for a high-stakes visit ahead of a summit in Egypt focused on the ongoing crisis in Gaza. Upon arrival at Ben Gurion International Airport, Trump was welcomed by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. His visit comes just hours after...
Israel has begun freeing Palestinian detainees following the return of the last group of living Israeli hostages from Gaza, according to televised reports on Monday. Footage showed buses departing Ofer Prison—located in the West Bank near Jerusalem—carrying some of the released individuals, en route to Ramallah. The releases are...
Amid rising concerns over the surging cost of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), also known as cooking gas, both consumers and retailers are urging the Federal Government to take immediate steps to stabilise prices and ensure consistent availability across the country. Speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on...
Lagos State Government has again brought convicted billionaire kidnapper, Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike—widely known as Evans—before the court, this time over the alleged murder of two police officers. Evans was re-arraigned on Monday before Justice Oyindamola Ogala of the Ikeja High Court, following the transfer of the case from Justice Adenike...
Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) has temporarily shelved its planned nationwide strike following encouraging efforts by the Federal Government to address lingering grievances. In a statement released on Sunday in Abuja, ASUP National President, Shammah Kpanja, confirmed the suspension of the strike action, which had been set in...
Plateau State Contributory Health Management Agency (PLASCHEMA) has validated a baseline assessment tool designed to support the take-off of a community-based health insurance scheme aimed at expanding access to healthcare across Plateau State. The two-day validation exercise, held in Jos, brought together stakeholders from the health and digital sectors...