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NLC Backs FCTA Workers, Orders Strike Escalation

By Chinedu Echianu The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has declared strong solidarity with workers of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) over their ongoing total and indefinite strike. The umbrella union of workers in Nigeria describes the action as justified and necessary in the face of what it called persistent violations of workers’ rights. In a statement signed by its President, Comrade Joe Ajaero, the NLC says it aligns fully with the Joint Unions Action Congress (JUAC), following petitions and […]

January 24, 2026

Politics

Ex Nigerian Lawmakers Endorse President Tinubu for 2027

By Oluwakemi Kindness Former members of Nigeria’s National Assembly have formally endorsed President Bola Tinubu as their sole candidate for the 2027 presidential election. They also urged the constitutional entrenchment of rotational presidency as a tool for national stability and unity. The resolutions on Saturday emerged from the 2026 National Summit of the National Forum of Former Legislators (NFFL) held in Abuja, where participants critically reviewed Nigeria’s democratic trajectory, political stability, and constitutional direction. The forum reaffirmed its commitment to […]

January 24, 2026

Local News

NILDS DG Speaks at Oxford, Presents Leadership Book

By: Uju Nwachukwu The Director General of National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Prof. Abubakar O. Sulaiman, during the Executive Education programme; the Oxford High Performance Leadership Programme, at Said Business School, University of Oxford, United Kingdom, addressed fellow participants on his leadership journey, reflecting on his formative years and the challenges he encountered in his early life. He also formally presented a copy of his new publication, Destiny, Character and Leadership, to the Academic Coordinator of the […]

January 23, 2026

General

NDLEA Launches 2026 Crackdown on Drug Cartels

By Oluwakemi Kindness The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has kicked off 2026 with a clear mission: dismantle drug cartels and intensify nationwide sensitization against substance abuse. Chairman NDLEA, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), outlined the Agency’s operational priorities during a strategic meeting with top directors, commanders, and unit heads at the NDLEA National Headquarters in Abuja. Marwa emphasized that this year would focus on Drug Supply Reduction (DSR) and Drug Demand Reduction (DDR), warning that there will […]

January 23, 2026

Economy

Nigeria, Austria Reaffirm Bilateral Ties at High-Level Diplomatic Talks

By Zainab Bakare The Federal government and the Republic of Austria have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations, multilateral cooperation, and partnerships across key strategic sectors. The commitment followed a high-level meeting between Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumiegwu-Ojukwu, and the Secretary-General of Austria’s Federal Ministry of International and European Affairs, Nikolaus Marschik. According to a statement by the ministry’s spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa, the meeting enabled both sides to review Nigeria–Austria relations, exchange views on […]

January 23, 2026

Economy

House Minority Caucus Confirms Illegal Alterations in Nigeria’s Tax Laws

By Oluwakemi Kindness The House of Representatives Minority Caucus has confirmed that discrepancies exist between the tax laws passed by the National Assembly and the versions later gazetted by the Federal Government. The confirmation comes after Abdulsamad Dasuki raised alarms over the circulation of unauthorized versions of the laws. In response, the Minority Caucus, led by Kingsley Chinda, set up a 7-member Fact-Finding Committee on January 2, 2026, chaired by Afam Victor-Ogene, to investigate the issue. According to the committee’s […]

January 23, 2026

Security

Customs Backs Africa’s First Defence, Security Exhibition

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has confirmed its support for Africa’s inaugural comprehensive Defence and Security Exhibition, scheduled to take place in Nigeria this year. The Africa International Defence and Security Exhibition (AFRIDECS) was discussed during a courtesy visit by the exhibition’s Steering Committee to the NCS Headquarters in Abuja on Tuesday, January 21, 2026. Major General Babatunde Alaya, Director-General of the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON), said the exhibition will bring together military institutions, security […]

January 23, 2026

Business

Afreximbank Cuts Ties With Fitch Ratings

By Oluwakemi Kindness The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has officially ended its credit rating relationship with Fitch Ratings. In a statement shared on its official X handle on Friday, the Bank says the decision followed a comprehensive review. It also notes that the current credit rating assessment no longer reflects a proper understanding of Afreximbank’s Establishment Agreement, mission, and mandate. Despite the move, Afreximbank stressed that its business profile remains strong, supported by solid shareholder relationships and robust legal protections […]

January 23, 2026

General

Distillers, NLC Protest Sachet Alcohol Ban in Lagos

By: Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul Pressure mounted on regulators on Friday as members of the Distillers and Blenders Association of Nigeria took their objections to the federal ban on sachet alcoholic beverages to the Lagos State office of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC). The protest, reinforced by the presence of organised labour, featured members of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC), who joined industry operators in calling for a reassessment of […]

January 23, 2026