The Enugu State Boundary Committee has successfully resolved a long-running land dispute between Isienu-Amagunze in Nkanu East and Ndiuno Akpugo in Nkanu West. The disagreement, which nearly turned violent in December 2024, stemmed from claims that Minister Uche Nnaji encroached on farmlands in Isienu-Amagunze. Following a detailed investigation, the committee […]
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Varsity workers to begin nationwide protest August 6
The National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT), has threatened a nationwide protest beginning August 6 over unresolved issues with the Federal Government. NAAT’s demands include the payment of withheld salaries, implementation of minimum wage adjustments, and a fairer share of recently disbursed N50 billion. The union expressed displeasure over the […]
Rights Group Takes Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited to Court Over Alleged Oil Revenue Diversion.
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP), has dragged the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), to court over alleged missing public funds. In a suit filed at the Federal High Court in Lagos, SERAP is seeking a court order to compel NNPCL to explain and recover over ₦825 billion […]
National Drug Law Enforcement Agency Seizes Drugs In Microwaves, Lipsticks, Arrests Drug Kingpin.
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has intercepted multiple drug shipments hidden in microwaves and lipsticks, and arrested a wanted drug kingpin. This was disclosed in a statement by the agency’s spokesperson, Femi Babafemi on Sunday. According to the statement, at Lagos Airport, operatives uncovered 11.3kg of Loud cannabis […]
Federal Road Safety Corps Begins Reform Of Driving Schools In Anambra.
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Anambra State, has launched a fresh initiative to standardise driving schools and improve the driver’s license process.Sector Commander Joyce Alexander, through the Command’s Public Education Officer, Margaret Onabe, on Sunday announced the release of banners listing only FRSC-certified schools.The effort, done in partnership […]
Former President Muhammadu Buhari Dies in London.
Nigeria is in mourning following the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari in London. A statement from the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, confirmed Buhari passed away at about 4:30 pm on Sunday after a prolonged illness. President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow […]
Coroner rules out foul play in Mohbad’s death
The Coroner’s Court in Ikorodu, Lagos, has ruled out foul play or homicide in the death of Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad. Delivering her findings on Friday, Magistrate Adedayo Shotobi said the actions of auxiliary nurse Feyisayo Ogedengbe were unlawful and professionally negligent.The court recommended her prosecution […]
House of Representatives Raise Alarm Over Rising Malnutrition, Call for Urgent National Action
The House of Representatives has raised serious concerns over worsening food insecurity and rising malnutrition in Nigeria, especially among children under five. At a national summit on Nutrition and Food Security in Abuja, Vice President Kashim Shettima—represented by Senator Ibrahim Hadejia—described the crisis as unacceptable and called for coordinated efforts […]
Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) Clash Over Land Ownership in Abuja
A major dispute has erupted between the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) over the ownership of two plots of land in Abuja.NSITF recently published a notice declaring key land documents lost and warned authorities, including AGIS and FCTA, not to honour any dealings […]
Labour Party Kicks Off Governorship Campaign In Anambra: Obi, Umeh, Nwoye, Orogbu Rally Behind Moghalu
The National Leader of the Labour Party and former Governor of Anambra State, Mr. Peter Obi, on Thursday led the official flag-off of the Labour Party’s campaign ahead of the November 8, 2025 governorship election in Anambra State, throwing his full support behind Dr. George Moghalu. Addressing a massive crowd […]