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NLC Calls for Urgent Review of Nigeria’s Power Sector

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called for an immediate and comprehensive review of the country’s electricity sector, citing persistent inefficiencies and lack of progress more than a decade after privatisation. NLC President, Joe Ajaero, made the call at the annual conference of the women and youth wing of the National Union of Electricity Employees held in Abuja. Ajaero expressed concern that electricity generation has remained stagnant between 4,000 and 5,000 megawatts since the sector was privatised in 2013 under […]

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Makinde elevates 14 Oyo high chiefs to Obas, presents staff of office.

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has elevated 14 High Chiefs and Baales in Oyo town to the status of crown-wearing Obas, marking a significant development in the strengthening of traditional institutions within the state. The coronation ceremony, held at Oliveth Heights in Oyo West Local Government Area, featured the formal presentation of Staffs of Office and Instruments of Office to the newly elevated monarchs. The presentation was carried out by the Deputy Governor, Bayo Lawal, on behalf of the […]

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ADC condemns alleged attempt to arrest El-Rufai at airport.

  The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly condemned what it described as an alleged attempt by security operatives to arrest former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. El-Rufai was reportedly intercepted on Thursday upon his arrival in Abuja from Cairo, Egypt. The ADC described the development as troubling and inconsistent with established legal procedures, raising concerns about due process and the conduct of security agencies. In a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, […]

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Nigerian ‘tricked’ into fighting for Russia begs FG for repatriation.

  A Nigerian national, Abubakar Adamu, has appealed to the Federal Government for urgent intervention to facilitate his return home from Russia after he was allegedly deceived and forced into military service. Adamu, through his legal representatives, has formally notified Nigerian authorities of his situation, raising serious concerns about his safety, welfare, and the circumstances surrounding his recruitment into the Russian army. According to his lawyers, Adamu travelled to Moscow on October 16, 2025, after obtaining a tourist visa from […]

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Oyo Assembly moves to ban single-use plastics by 2027.

  The Oyo State House of Assembly has commenced legislative action to prohibit the production, importation, distribution, sale, and use of single-use plastics, marking a major step toward tackling environmental pollution and promoting sustainable practices across the state. The proposed legislation, titled the Oyo State Single-Use Plastics Prohibition (SUPs) Bill, 2026, passed its first reading during a plenary session presided over by the Speaker, Adebo Ogundoyin. The bill is jointly sponsored by the Chairman of the House Committee on Environment, […]

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Ransom Payment Empowers Terrorists, Deepens Insecurity.

A retired United States Army officer, Yinka Ogunsanya, has criticised the payment of ransom to terrorist groups by government authorities, warning that the practice strengthens criminal networks and worsens Nigeria’s security challenges. Ogunsanya expressed his concerns while speaking at a public policy forum focused on addressing Nigeria’s growing insecurity and the need for reforms in the country’s security architecture. He described ransom payments as counterproductive, noting that such actions provide financial resources to terrorist groups and undermine ongoing counter-insurgency operations. […]

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FG targets 15 million households for cash support.

The Federal Government of Nigeria has disclosed that about 15 million vulnerable households have been enrolled in its Benefit Register for conditional cash assistance aimed at cushioning the effects of economic hardship across the country. The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Bernard Doro, revealed this while speaking during a television interview, explaining that the programme is being implemented in partnership with the World Bank as part of broader efforts to provide targeted economic relief. According to the minister, […]

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Gen Murtala Muhammed honoured in Abuja.

Dignitaries from across Nigeria and beyond gathered in Abuja on Friday to mark the 50th anniversary of the assassination of former Head of State, Murtala Muhammed. The solemn event brought together government officials, diplomats, military officers, and other prominent personalities who paid tribute to the late military leader’s legacy and contributions to Nigeria’s development. The commemoration featured ceremonial activities, including the laying of wreaths by members of the Armed Forces of Nigeria and other dignitaries in honour of the fallen […]

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SEC seeks NOA partnership to curb illegal schemes.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has expressed its readiness to collaborate with the National Orientation Agency (NOA) to intensify public awareness campaigns against illegal investment schemes across the country. Director-General of the SEC, Emomotimi Agama, made this known during a meeting with his NOA counterpart, Lanre Issa-Onilu, in Abuja. Agama noted that fraudulent investment schemes continue to emerge daily, exploiting unsuspecting Nigerians who often fall victim due to limited knowledge and economic pressures. He stressed that the commission could […]

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