19 Jan, 2026
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Rivers Labour Unions Threaten Nationwide Strike Over Emergency Rule

Organised labour in Rivers State has warned of imminent industrial action that could disrupt economic activities nationwide if President Bola Tinubu does not reverse the emergency rule imposed on the state.  In a joint statement signed by leaders of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) in Rivers, the unions expressed […]

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Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter Cleared of Corruption Charges in Swiss Appeals Court

Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter and French football legend Michel Platini have been acquitted of corruption charges by a Swiss appeals court, marking the latest chapter in a long-running legal battle over allegations of fraud at the global football body.  The court in Muttenz, near Basel, on Tuesday cleared both men of any wrongdoing concerning […]

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Natasha denies receiving alleged N500m from Akpabio

Suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has denied claims she received ₦500 million from Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The Kogi Central senator described the claim as a complete fabrication designed to mislead the public and damage her reputation. In a statement on Wednesday, Akpoti-Uduaghan denied ever receiving such funds and emphasized that no such transaction ever took […]

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Just In: INEC rejects petition for Senator Natasha’s recall

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has faulted the petition for the recall of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan on the grounds that it does not meet stipulated guidelines. The commission in a statement signed by Sam Olumekun, the commission’s National Commissioner and Chairman Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun, on Tuesday, said it observed that […]

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FG seeks collaboration to fix education

The Federal Government has called for collaboration from partners and stakeholders to fix the country’s educational system. Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa said this during a meeting with representatives from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) in Abuja. In a statement by the Director of Press and Public Relations of the ministry, Boriowo Folasade, the […]

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Just In: Senate confirms NCoS CG

By Sola Isola The Nigeria Senate on Tuesday confired the nomination of Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche as the Controller-General, Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS). Earlier in a letter nominating the CG of NCoS, which was read during plenary by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, the President said: “In compliance with Section 3(1)(b) of Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) Act, […]

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[OPINION] Naira-For-Crude: A Double-Edged Sword For Nigeria’s Economy

By Adesina Quadri Ademola The Federal Government’s decision to suspend the sale of crude oil to the Dangote Refinery under the Naira-for-crude policy has sparked concerns among oil marketers and industry stakeholders. While the policy was introduced to strengthen the local currency and promote economic stability, its suspension presents both opportunities and challenges for Nigeria’s […]