As Nigeria marks its 65th Independence Anniversary, First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu has called on all citizens to renew their commitment to building the nation of their dreams. In her goodwill message on Wednesday, she emphasized that every act of service to the country counts—and no sacrifice will be in vain. “Let us all play our part to build the Nigeria we all want to see. Your sacrifice will never […]
President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians that the country’s most difficult days are now behind it, declaring that his administration’s economic reforms are beginning to yield real and measurable progress. Speaking during a national broadcast to commemorate Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary on Wednesday, the President said the government has made deliberate and sometimes painful decisions in order to secure a more prosperous future for all citizens. According to Tinubu, since […]
The Federal Government has announced the cancellation of the Independence Anniversary parade that had been scheduled to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. The announcement was made in a press release issued on Monday and signed by Segun Imohiosen, Director of Information and Public Relations at the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation. Imohiosen did not give a reason for the decision […]
The Academic Staff Union of Universities has issued a 14-day ultimatum to the Federal Government of Nigeria. The decision was reached during a National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at the University of Abuja. “ At the National Executive Council meeting held at the University of Abuja on the 28th of September, 2025, the Union decried the neglect of the University system and the government’s […]
The FIFA Disciplinary Committee has sanctioned the South African Football Association (SAFA) for fielding an ineligible player, Teboho Mokoena, during the 2026 FIFA World Cup preliminary qualifier between South Africa and Lesotho on March 21, 2025. FIFA ruled that SAFA's actions violated Article 19 of the FIFA Disciplinary Code and Article 14 of the World Cup 2026 Preliminary Competition Regulations. Consequently, the match has been forfeited in favor of Lesotho, […]
Oyo governor, Engr Seyi Makinde, is leading other 4,050 delegates to elect the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Executive Council, Oyo, ahead of the November Convention of the party scheduled to hold in Ibadan. The state congress is taking place at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Ibadan, with delegate accreditation being coordinated by the Electoral Committee, chaired by Senator Austin Akobundu. Security operatives, including Director of State Services, National Security, and Civil […]
As Nigeria marked its 65th Independence Anniversary on Sunday, the Federal Government appealed to citizens to be patient with the ongoing reforms of the Bola Tinubu administration, assuring that the policies would yield lasting benefits. The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, who spoke at an inter-denominational church service at the National Ecumenical Christian Centre, Abuja, described governance as a “shared responsibility” and urged Nigerians to […]
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors has given the Federal Government a fresh 30-day ultimatum to address outstanding welfare and policy issues affecting its members, including unpaid salary arrears, promotion entitlements, and the reinstatement of sacked doctors. The ultimatum was contained in a communiqué signed on Sunday by NARD President, Dr Mohammad Suleiman; Secretary-General, Dr Shuaibu Ibrahim; and Publicity and Social Secretary, Dr Abdulmajid Ibrahim, at the close of the […]
The new Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has declared himself the king of all religions. Ladoja pledged to serve all residents of the Ibadan city, regardless of their status or faith. He made the commitment during a thanksgiving service following his coronation at the Church of the Ascension in Ibadan on Sunday. On Friday, Ladoja was crowned the 44th Olubadan by Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo […]
