The National Democratic Front, or NDF, is expressing serious concerns over political interference in Nigeria’s judiciary, urging Chief Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun to act. The NDF warns that political influence could destabilize both the judiciary and the administration of President Bola Tinubu, with particular risks for Rivers State. In a statement […]
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Anambra Workers Urge Soludo to Utilize FG’s Template for Salary Payments
Anambra labour leaders urge Governor Charles Soludo to adopt the Federal Government’s template for calculating the new minimum wage. Speaking in Awka, the President of the Nigerian Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) in Anambra, Aromeh, voiced the collective appeal of the Nigerian Labour Congress, Trade Union Congress, and NULGE […]
On Foreign News, Hezbollah Launches Coordinated Attacks on Israeli Troops in Southern Lebanon
On Foreign News, Hezbollah, the Iran-backed militant group, has claimed responsibility for attacking Israeli troops on Friday in southern Lebanon, near the border. According to their statement, fighters launched a guided missile at soldiers on the outskirts of Adaysseh and subsequently targeted a troop vehicle that responded to the attack. […]
Inter-Ministerial Technical Committee For The Evaluation Of Dams Holds Its Inaugural Meeting
The Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Joseph Utsev, has deployed technical experts to Imo State to evaluate local dams and develop a comprehensive action plan addressing challenges in dam construction. Deputy Director of the ministry’s technical division, Abiola Oluwatosin, announced the mission in Owerri, highlighting the assessment of both […]
Obasanjo Reveals Strategies Behind Nigeria’s Debt Forgiveness During His Presidency
Former Nigerian President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, has shared insights on how he achieved debt forgiveness for Nigeria between 1999 and 2007, expressing disappointment over current leadership challenges. In an interview with News Central TV, Obasanjo explained that his administration’s commitment to fighting corruption and implementing credible reforms convinced international lenders […]
Health workers declare 7 days nationwide warning strike
Health workers under the Joint Health Sector Union (JOHESU) and the Assembly of Healthcare Professional Associations (AHPA) have announced a seven-day nationwide warning strike starting at midnight on October 25. JOHESU National President, Kabiru Minjibir, announced an expanded National Executive Council meeting in Abuja. Minjibir expressed disappointment over the government’s […]
‘Felt like world was against me’ – Jonathan on losing 2015 polls as incumbent
Former Nigerian President, Goodluck Jonathan, has reflected on his emotional experience of losing the 2015 presidential election, which marked the first time an incumbent president was defeated in Nigeria. Speaking at the 1st Raymond Dokpesi Annual Diamond Lecture in Abuja, Jonathan shared that learning of his defeat to Muhammadu Buhari […]
Tinubu mourns ex-NEC chairman, Nwosu
President Bola Tinubu has expressed that the best way to honor the late Professor Humphrey Nwosu, former Chairman of the National Electoral Commission (NEC), is by ensuring Nigeria’s elections remain credible, transparent, and democratic. Tinubu’s statement conveyed through his Special Adviser Bayo Onanuga, emphasized that honoring champions of democracy like […]
Helicopter Crash: Divers searching for remaining bodies – Keyamo
Following a tragic helicopter crash near Port Harcourt involving eight people, Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo, has confirmed that divers are still searching for the remaining bodies. Three bodies have been recovered, according to the Ministry, but the search continues. Keyamo shared an update on […]
IMF denies role in Nigeria’s fuel subsidy removal
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has clarified it was not behind Nigeria’s recent removal of fuel subsidies, a decision made solely by the Nigerian government. The IMF has faced criticism amid Nigeria’s recent fiscal reforms, contributing to rising inflation and hardship for many citizens. During the IMF and World Bank […]