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ASUU shuns FG, insists on strike over unresolved demands.

  After a period of relative calm in Nigeria’s public university system, the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has declared a two-week warning strike, citing the federal government’s failure to meet key demands. The strike, which began at 12:01 a.m. on Monday, was announced by ASUU National President, Professor Chris Piwuna, during a press briefing in Abuja. Despite last-minute efforts by top government officials to prevent the action, ASUU proceeded with the warning strike, accusing the federal government of […]

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POWER: Bilateral companies owe Nigeria $8.5m — NERC.

  Some international and domestic bilateral electricity customers continue to default on payments for power supplied by Nigeria’s grid-connected generation companies (GenCos), resulting in significant revenue shortfalls for the country’s power sector. Recent data covering the second quarter of 2025 reveals that six international bilateral customers who purchase electricity from GenCos made partial payments totaling $9.015 million, against a total invoice of $17.54 million for services rendered during the quarter. This represents a remittance rate of 51.33% and leaves an […]

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Customs seize N1.9bn hard drugs, expired flour at Seme border.

  Between September 1 and October 9, 2025, the Seme Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service recorded significant anti-smuggling operations along the Lagos–Abidjan Corridor, seizing contraband items valued at approximately ₦1.99 billion. Among the intercepted items were 10,000 bags of expired flour imported from Egypt, transported in five trucks. These goods, with a duty-paid value of ₦1.2 billion, were flagged as dangerous to public health, posing risks such as food poisoning, infections, and long-term health complications if allowed into […]

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NANS congratulates Amupitan on appointment as INEC boss.

  The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has extended heartfelt congratulations to Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan (SAN) on his recent appointment as Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). His appointment is seen as a well-deserved recognition of his distinguished career and unwavering commitment to national service. This significant national responsibility entrusted to Professor Amupitan reflects confidence in his exceptional credentials as a renowned academic, respected legal expert, and patriotic Nigerian. His extensive experience in legal scholarship and […]

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Oyo 2027: Stakeholders Call for Rotational Governorship, Criticize Ibadan’s 26-Year Hold on Power

A coalition of political stakeholders from 22 local government areas in Oyo State, under the banner of G22 Renewed, has called for a rotational governorship system, citing what they describe as the long-standing dominance of the Ibadan zone in the state’s political leadership. At a press conference held at the Oyo State House of Assembly Complex in Ibadan, the group—made up of representatives from Oke-Ogun, Ogbomoso, Oyo, and Ibarapa zones—decried the continued marginalization of other regions in the race for […]

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Mama Rainbow celebrates 60 years on stage

Veteran Nollywood actress Idowu Phillips, fondly known as Mama Rainbow, is celebrating a remarkable 60 years in the entertainment industry, marking the occasion with a stunning 83rd birthday photo shoot. Taking to Instagram, the iconic actress shared breathtaking images from the shoot, reflecting on her six-decade-long journey in the world of theatre and film. In her heartfelt message, she expressed deep gratitude for the grace, passion, and resilience that have sustained her throughout her illustrious career. “60 Years on Stage […]

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2026 WCQ: Lesotho vs Nigeria – date, time and where to watch

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will take on the Crocodiles of Lesotho on Matchday 9 of the African qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Nigeria currently sits third in Group C with 11 points from eight games, trailing joint leaders Benin Republic and South Africa by three points. Their qualification hopes were boosted after FIFA penalized South Africa, deducting three points and goals for fielding an ineligible player against Lesotho in March 2025. In the reverse fixture played in […]

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Tinubu grants presidential pardon to Herbert Macaulay, 174 others

The Council of State has approved the exercise of presidential mercy for 175 individuals across various categories, following a presentation by the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), at a meeting held at the State House in Abuja. Among the beneficiaries are prominent historical figures, including Herbert Macaulay and former Federal Capital Territory Minister, Maj-Gen. Mamman Vatsa (retd). Members of the Ogoni Nine and Ogoni Four were also granted clemency. Macaulay, regarded as the father […]

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FG launches National Digital Trustmark for online companies

The Federal Government has launched the National Digital Trustmark, a new initiative aimed at curbing online fraud, identity theft, scams, and forgery in Nigeria’s digital business space. Unveiled in Abuja by the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Malam Kashifu Inuwa, the Trustmark is designed to promote trust, transparency, and credibility in online transactions. Developed in collaboration with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), and Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), the Trustmark will […]

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