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Federal Workers Demand N300,000 Minimum Wage

The Federal Workers Forum has called on the Federal Government to increase the minimum wage for federal civil servants from N70,000 to N300,000, citing the rising cost of living. The group made the demand in a letter addressed to President Bola Tinubu and the National Assembly. The forum also proposed a maximum salary of N1.5 million for Level 17 officers, arguing that the current salary structure no longer reflects the economic realities facing federal workers. According to the workers, the […]

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Lagos Unveils Three-Year HIV Prevention and Treatment Plan

Lagos State has unveiled its 2025–2027 HIV Strategic Plan aimed at strengthening HIV prevention, testing, treatment and care across the state. The Chief Executive Officer of the Lagos State AIDS Control Agency, Dr Folakemi Animashaun, said the plan would provide a framework for coordinating HIV programmes, resources and partnerships towards achieving measurable results by 2027. She said while Lagos had recorded progress in HIV prevention, testing and treatment, gaps remained in reaching underserved communities, expanding testing, linking people living with […]

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12 Governors Set to Leave Office With N5.3tn Debt Burden

Twelve state governors whose tenures will end in 2027 and early 2028 are set to leave behind a combined debt burden of about N5.3 trillion, according to data from the Debt Management Office. The affected states are Adamawa, Yobe, Nasarawa, Kwara, Ogun, Gombe, Bauchi, Lagos, Borno, Oyo, Imo and Bayelsa. The DMO data showed that the 12 states had a combined domestic debt of N2.16 trillion as of the first quarter of 2026, while their external debt stood at about […]

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Navy Arrests 12 Over Illegal Recruitment Scheme in Akwa Ibom

The Nigerian Navy has arrested 12 people over an alleged illegal recruitment and training scheme in Essien Udim Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State. The suspects include six alleged organisers, five trainees and one cadet of the Merchant Seaman Academy. The Navy said the arrests followed intelligence on the activities of a purported Nigeria Coast Guard Academy at Uwa West, Essien Udim. The operation was carried out on August 31 by the Nigerian Navy in collaboration with the Nigerian […]

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Tinubu Mourns Emir of Zurmi

President Bola Tinubu has expressed condolences over the death of the Emir of Zurmi, Sarkin Zamfaran Zurmi, Alhaji Bello Sulaiman. The monarch died on Monday, five years after ascending the throne. In a statement issued on Wednesday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu described the late emir as a respected traditional ruler who provided wise leadership during a challenging period. The President commended Sulaiman for his efforts in promoting peace, unity and resilience in the […]

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Wike: EFCC Probe Does Not Stop Anyone From Campaigning

Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, has defended the inclusion of persons under investigation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission in political campaign teams. Wike said being investigated by the EFCC does not prevent an individual from participating in political activities or canvassing votes. He made the statement on Wednesday during a media parley, while reacting to criticism over the inclusion of former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu, in President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 campaign structure. […]

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Osinbajo Urges Tech Firms to Take Responsibility for Children’s Online Safety

Former Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo has called on technology companies to take primary responsibility for protecting children from online risks, rather than placing the burden on parents and children. Osinbajo made the call in Cairo, Egypt, while chairing a session on child rights and accountability in digital technology at the 16th Annual Conference of the Pan African Lawyers Union. He said it was wrong for technology companies to design products with potential risks and then expect families to manage the consequences. […]

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Paredes’ Argentina Future Uncertain After FIFA Ban, Messi Retirement

Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes says his future with the national team is uncertain following a 10-match FIFA suspension and Lionel Messi’s retirement from international football. Paredes was handed the suspension for his involvement in a confrontation with Spain players after Argentina’s 1-0 defeat in the 2026 World Cup final. The Boca Juniors midfielder said the ban, combined with Messi’s departure, could make it difficult for him to continue with the national team. “Because of the suspension as well as Leo’s […]

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Kano NDC Members May Return to APC

Some prominent members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in Kano State may return to the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 elections. The development followed a solidarity visit by members of the political team of former APC governorship candidate, Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna, to Governor Abba Yusuf and his deputy, Murtala Garo. The delegation included NDC Kano State Vice Chairman, Ali Yako, and other members of Gawuna’s political team. Speaking during the visit, the delegation said its engagement […]

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