Jigawa Declares Work-Free Day for 35th Anniversary
By Sulyman Gobir The Jigawa State Government has declared Thursday, August 27, 2026, a work-free day to mark the 35th anniversary of the state’s creation. The Head of the Civil Service, Muhammad K. Dagaceri, announced the decision in a statement, saying the holiday would allow residents and public servants to participate in anniversary […]
ITUC-Africa Warns Nigeria Over Labour Rights Violations
By: Chinedu Echianu The African Regional Organisation of the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC-Africa) has warned that Nigeria risks further reputational damage and reduced investment prospects if it fails to address unresolved labour rights violations raised before the International Labour Organization (ILO). Speaking on the sidelines of the 114th International Labour Conference in Geneva, ITUC-Africa […]
Three Red Cards as Mexico Defeat South Africa 2-0
By: Arinzechi Chukwunonso Co-hosts Mexico began their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign on a winning note, defeating South Africa 2-0 in a Group A opener overshadowed by disciplinary issues that saw three players sent off. Backed by a capacity crowd at the Mexico City Stadium, the hosts took control early as Julián Quiñones capitalised […]
Speaker Abbas Commends Tinubu for Reviving Nigeria’s Downstream Oil Sector
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration for revitalizing Nigeria’s oil and gas industry, particularly the downstream sector. Speaking on Monday at the opening of the First Annual Downstream Petroleum Week in Abuja, Abbas said the sector is experiencing a historic revival under […]