FULL TEXT: President Tinubu’s 66th Independence Day Speech
By Julian Osamoto The president’s speech addressed several areas and where progress has been made. My fellow Nigerians, Happy Independence day Sixty-six years ago today, our flag was raised, for the first time, over a free and sovereign nation. Since then, we have journeyed together as one nation, bound by our collective trust in the […]
NLC Urges FG to Begin New Minimum Wage Talks
By Julian Osamoto The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called on the Federal Government to expedite negotiations for a new national minimum wage ahead of 2027. NLC President, Joe Ajaero, said the current minimum wage of ₦70,000 had been eroded by inflation and rising living costs. In a statement marking Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary, Ajaero […]
Makinde Names Hyat Campaign DG for 2027 Presidential Bid
By Julian Osamoto The presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) and Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has appointed Felix Hassan Hyat as Director-General of the National Campaign Management Committee of the Makinde/Daura Presidential Campaign Organisation. The appointment was announced in a statement issued by Anthony Ehilebo, Special Adviser on Media and Digital Communication […]
2027: Wike Vows to Resign if Tinubu Loses FCT, Rivers
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, says he will resign from office if President Bola Tinubu loses the 2027 presidential election in the Federal Capital Territory and Rivers State. Wike made the declaration during an engagement with the leadership and members of the Apo Mechanics and Traders Association in […]
TUC Backs Shehu Mohammed-Led ASCSN
By Chinedu Echianu The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) has reaffirmed the leadership of the Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria (ASCSN) led by Comrade Shehu Mohammed as the union’s recognised and legitimate leadership. In a public circular signed by its Secretary General, Comrade Nuhu Toro, the TUC said the position followed the […]
FCT Approves Immediate Resumption of Utako General Hospital
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The FCT Executive Council has approved the immediate resumption of work on the long-abandoned Utako General Hospital in Abuja. The council also approved the renovation and modernisation of general hospitals across the Federal Capital Territory. The Mandate Secretary, Health Services and Environment Secretariat, Dr Adedolapo Fasawe, disclosed this on Tuesday while briefing […]
Anambra FA, Dr Lilong Partner to Drive Football Growth
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Anambra State Football Association (Anambra FA) has opened discussions with Dr Lilong Nigeria Limited on a strategic partnership aimed atr supporting football development and enhancing the visibility of the company across the state. The proposed partnership followed a meeting between the Chairman of the Anambra State FA, Chikelue Iloenyosi, and the […]
Girl-Child Empowerment Key to Nigeria’s Democracy — NILDS DG
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Prof. Abubakar Sulaiman, has stressed the importance of empowering the girl child through education, equal opportunities and greater participation in public affairs to strengthen Nigeria’s democratic development. Sulaiman made the call in Abuja on Monday during the NILDS-European Union (EU) […]
Customs CG, NIS DG Set for NUJ Football Final Showdown
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Controller General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Dr. Bashir Adeniyi Adewale, and the Director General of the National Institute for Sports, His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Comrade Philip Shaibu, are set to lead their teams into battle as NCS face NIS in the final of the 2026 Nigeria Union of Journalists Football […]
Wike: Gwawalada Road Project to Boost Transport, Living Conditions
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, says the ongoing Gwawalada road project is aimed at improving transportation and living conditions for residents of the area. Wike stated this during an inspection of the project, where he commended the contractor, for the progress made so far. The minister expressed confidence […]