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Court Orders FCT Workers to Suspend Strike

By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The National Industrial Court of Nigeria (NICN), sitting in Abuja, has ordered workers of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to suspend their ongoing strike. The court granted an interlocutory injunction filed by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, alongside the FCT Administration, against the Joint Union Action Committee. The suit, marked NICN/ABJ/17/2026, was filed against the Chairman of the Joint Union Action Committee, Rifkatu Iortyer, and its Secretary, Abdullahi Umar Saleh. The claimants sought […]

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Security

Falana Slams Military Over Alleged Coup Plot, Demands Public Apology

By Oluwakemi Kindness Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, on Tuesday criticized the Nigerian military for what he described as misleading the public over an alleged plot to overthrow the government. Falana’s reaction followed a statement by the military on Monday, announcing that some officers would be arraigned before a military judicial panel over the alleged plot more than three months after it initially dismissed similar claims. In October 2025, the military announced the arrest of […]

January 27, 2026

World News

France Approves Bill to Ban Social Media for Under-15s

By Oluwakemi Kindness French lawmakers on Tuesday approved a bill that would ban children under 15 from using social media, a move strongly backed by President Emmanuel Macron to limit screen time and protect young people’s mental health. The National Assembly passed the bill during an overnight session from Monday into Tuesday, with 130 lawmakers voting in favour and 21 against. The legislation now heads to the Senate for consideration. Macron hailed the vote as a “major step,” saying children’s […]

January 27, 2026

Politics

Atiku’s Son, Abba Abubakar Joins APC in Adamawa

By: Oluwakemi Kindness Abba Abubakar, son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has officially registered as a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Adamawa State. Abubakar completed his registration on Monday at Gwadabawa Ward, Yola North Local Government Area. He was received by party leaders and supporters, whom he thanked for their warm welcome. Speaking after the registration, Abubakar expressed gratitude to APC stakeholders across the state, describing the show of support as encouraging. “All you can see […]

January 27, 2026

Economy

Customs Must Be Central to National Security, Trade Reform — Stakeholders

By Oluwakemi Kindness Stakeholders have underscored the need to place the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) at the heart of national security coordination and trade reforms, as the Service continues to expand its role beyond revenue collection to border protection, security intelligence, and supply chain stability. This consensus emerged at the International Customs Day celebration, held alongside the presentation of the Time Release Study (TRS) at the Tin Can Island Port. Speakers at the event emphasized that Customs’ strategic position at […]

January 27, 2026

Security

Armed Forces Confirms Alleged Plot to Overthrow Government After Probe of 16 Officers

By Zainab Bakare The Armed Forces of Nigeria has confirmed that its investigation uncovered allegations that some officers plotted to overthrow the government. In a statement issued on Monday by the Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, the Defence Headquarters says investigations into disciplinary cases involving 16 officers have been concluded. “The Armed Forces of Nigeria hereby informs the general public that investigations into the matter have been concluded,” the statement said. According to the military, the investigation […]

January 26, 2026

Politics

2027 Election: ADC Lacks Clear Policy Alternatives – Dogara

By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, says the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has failed to present clear alternatives to the reforms being implemented by the Federal Government. This is as he warns that the opposition party may not be taken seriously ahead of the 2027 general elections. Dogara, a chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), made the remarks while speaking on National Television. He said the ADC’s current posture is driven more […]

January 26, 2026

Entertainment

Toyin’s ‘Oversabi Aunty’ Crosses ₦1bn at Nigerian Box Office

By Zainab Bakare Actress Toyin Abraham has reached a major milestone in her career as her film, Oversabi Aunty, surpasses ₦1 billion at the Nigerian box office. The achievement marks the first time Abraham has crossed the ₦1 billion earnings threshold. The film has also emerged as the fourth highest-grossing Nollywood movie of all time. Released in December 2025, Oversabi Aunty set another industry record by becoming the first directorial debut in Nollywood to reach the ₦1 billion mark. Film […]

January 26, 2026

CNPP and civil society leaders speaking at a press conference in Abuja on the Rivers State political crisis

Politics

CNPP, Civil Society Urge Tinubu to Intervene in Rivers Political Crisis

By Chinedu Echianu The conference of Nigeria political parties (CNPP) has condemned ongoing attempt by the Rivers State house of Assembly to impeach Governor Sim Fubara, describing the move as political banditry and urged President Bola Tinubu to intervene. Addressing a world press conference in Abuja, CNPP in collaboration with the Coalition of National Civil Society Organisations (CNCSOs) say democracy is threatened in the country if Nigerians watch and do nothing while Governor Fubara is impeached. Speaking on behalf […]

January 26, 2026