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NLC Accuses Dangote of Anti-Union Practices, Threatens Nationwide Action

By Chinedu Echianu The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has thrown its weight behind the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) in a fierce battle against what it described as the “anti-union, anti-worker, and monopolistic capitalist strategy” of the Dangote Group. In a strongly worded statement issued on Saturday, NLC President, Comrade Joe Ajaero, alleged that Aliko Dangote and his associates have consistently engaged in union-busting, exploitative labour practices, and monopolistic capture of strategic sectors of Nigeria’s economy. […]

September 7, 2025

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Abuja Leftist Coalition Demands End to Demolitions

By Chinedu Echianu The Network of Abuja Left Groups has accused the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, of endangering the housing rights of residents through what it described as indiscriminate demolitions across the nation’s capital. In a strongly worded statement released on Saturday, the coalition condemned Wike’s repeated threats to sustain demolitions of settlements in Abuja, warning that such actions risk worsening homelessness and the city’s housing crisis. “Labeling those of us constantly affected by demolitions […]

September 7, 2025

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DG NILDS Urges Muslims to Emulate Prophet Muhammad’s Virtues at Mawlid Nabiy

By Chinedu Echianu The Director General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Professor Abubakar Sulaiman, has called on Muslims to imbibe the virtues of Prophet Muhammad as they commemorate his birth, the Mawlid Nabiy, which falls on 1447AH in the Islamic calendar. In a statement issued on Friday, by his Media Adviser, Mohammad Abdulkadri, Professor Sulaiman described the Prophet as an embodiment of exemplary character worthy of emulation by all, irrespective of religious background. He urged […]

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Mawlud: Speaker Abbas Urges Muslims to Emulate Prophet Muhammad

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has felicitated Muslims on the occasion of Mawlud al-Nabī, the celebration of the birth of Prophet Muhammad (SAW), with a call to emulate his virtues and intensify prayers for Nigeria and its leaders. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Musa Krishi, on Friday in Abuja, Abbas described Prophet Muhammad (SAW) as the embodiment of holiness, discipline, forthrightness, and service to Allah and […]

September 5, 2025

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Uzodimma Charges Imo Pilgrims to be Ambassadors of State, Nigeria

By Chinedu Echianu Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State has urged intending Christian pilgrims to conduct themselves as worthy ambassadors of the state and Nigeria during their journey to the Holy Land. Speaking at the 2025 orientation programme held at the Government House Chapel, Owerri, on Friday, the Governor, represented by his deputy, Dr. Chinyere Ekomaru, tasked the pilgrims to uphold Christian values and strictly obey guidelines from the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC) officials. Uzodimma stressed the need for […]

September 5, 2025

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Sport

Kingdom Unity Games 2025 Set to Kick Off in Abuja

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The stage is set for the maiden edition of the Kingdom Unity Games 2025, an event designed to unite communities, empower youths, and promote peace through sports. At a press briefing in Abuja, the convener and President of Kingdom Stars IV International Foundation, Ambassador Solomon Omonokhua, announced that the competition will begin today (Saturday), with the opening ceremony scheduled to start at 2 p.m., followed by the official kick-off at 3 p.m. “Our mandate is to discover […]

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NCPC Boss Extends Warm Eid-ul-Mawlid Greetings to Muslim Faithful

By Chinedu Echianu The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC), Bishop Prof. Stephen Adegbite, has extended warm felicitations to Muslims in Nigeria and worldwide on the occasion of Eid-ul-Mawlid, marking the birth of Prophet Muhammad (peace be unto him). In his Eid-ul-Mawlid message, which was made available to Democracy Radio by Celestine Toruka, Deputy Director and Head Media and Public Relations at NCPC, Bishop Adegbite encouraged Muslims to reflect on the teachings of Prophet Muhammad and live […]

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City FC Abuja Stage Thrilling Comeback in Tanzania Football Tourney

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso City FC Abuja underlined their fighting spirit with a hard-earned 2-1 comeback victory over JKU SC of Zanzibar in the ongoing Tanzania Preseason International Tournament at the Tanzanite Kwaraa Stadium, Babati in Tanzania. The Nigerian side, who had earlier opened their campaign with a draw, showcased both character and flair to extend their unbeaten run in Tanzania. The contest provided drama on and off the pitch. While Ezra Maren and Oscar Otu delivered the decisive goals […]

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Beach Volleyball: Nigeria Stays Unbeaten at African Under-18 Cup in Gambia

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria’s Under-18 girls’ beach volleyball team continued their impressive run at the ongoing 2025 African Beach Volleyball Under-18 Development Cup in Banjul, The Gambia, maintaining an unbeaten record in their group stage campaign on Thursday. The duo of Pamela Bawa and Ifechukwu Odoh opened their account in dominant fashion, brushing aside Tunisia in straight sets 2-0 (21-10, 21-3). Building on that momentum, they produced another commanding performance against North African powerhouse Egypt, sealing another 2-0 victory (21-14, […]

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