NLC, TUC Threaten Nationwide Stay-at-Home Over Rising Insecurity
By Chinedu Echianu GENEVA, SWITZERLAND — The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) have threatened to direct workers across the country to stay at home if the worsening insecurity in Nigeria continues unchecked, warning that workers can no longer be expected to risk their lives simply to earn a living. The […]
FG Abolishes Three-Month Pre-Retirement Leave for Civil Servants
By Al-Kadriyar Abdullahi The Federal Government has directed all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to discontinue the practice of placing civil servants on a mandatory three-month pre-retirement, commonly referred to as “terminal leave,” stating that the arrangement is not provided for in Nigeria’s Public Service Rules. The directive is contained in a circular issued by […]
Defence Minister: Education Key to Defeating Terrorism
By Zainab Bakare The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (Rtd), has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to combating terrorism and violent extremism through expanded access to quality education, particularly in underserved communities across Nigeria. General Musa made the declaration during the commissioning of the Kaduna Christian Academy in Ungwan Sunday, Sabon Tasha, Chikun Local […]
Zulum Commends Military for Rescue of 360 Abductees
By Zainab Bakare Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has commended the Nigerian military, particularly troops of Operation HADIN KAI, for the successful rescue of 360 abductees from the Mandara Mountains, a known terrorist stronghold in southern Borno State. The governor praised the operation as a major breakthrough in the ongoing fight against insurgency, describing it […]
Hezbollah Launches Rocket Attack on Israeli Soldiers in Lebanon
By Anayo Akwitti Hezbollah says it has joined the latest wave of escalatory strikes in the Middle East by targeting a group of Israeli army vehicles and soldiers in southern Lebanon. In an update on Telegram, the group claims it fired a rocket barrage at a gathering of military vehicles and soldiers on the outskirts […]
Atiku Hails Rescue of 360 Abductees in Borno
By Zainab Bakare Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has welcomed the rescue of 360 persons abducted by terrorists in Ngoshe, Borno State, calling it a major relief for victims and their families. The rescue was carried out by troops of Operation HADIN KAI, who freed the […]
Adunni Ade Reveals Secret Child After Two Years
By Zainab Bakare Nollywood actress Adunni Ade has revealed that she quietly welcomed a child with her partner, saying the news was intentionally kept away from the public for more than two years before she decided to share it on her birthday. The actress made the announcement in a post on her Instagram page on […]
Tinubu Pledges Rescue of All Kidnapping Victims Nationwide
By Zainab Bakare President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to combating insecurity and securing the release of all persons held captive across Nigeria, declaring that the country will not surrender to terrorists, bandits, or criminal elements. The President’s message was delivered on Sunday by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George […]
Nigeria Can Overcome Insurgency – Akpabio
By Anayo Akwitti President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has urged Nigerians to remain hopeful, saying the country will overcome its current security challenges just as it survived past political upheavals, economic difficulties and pandemics. Akpabio spoke on Sunday at an Inter-Denominational Church Service at the National Christian Centre, Abuja, held as part of activities […]
Court Fixes June 15 for Sowore Recusal Ruling
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed June 15, 2026, to rule on an application filed by African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, seeking the recusal of Justice Mohammed Umar from his ongoing trial. Justice Umar adjourned the matter after hearing arguments from both the defendant and the prosecution […]