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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu congratulates Nigerians on 25 years of uninterrupted democracy. In his Democracy Day address, the President acknowledged the struggles and sacrifices made by heroes and heroines who fought for the country’s democratic journey. This milestone marks a significant achievement in Nigeria’s history, showcasing the country’s commitment to democratic governance. President Ahmed Tinubu…

As President Tinubu marked his one year in office on May 29, 2024, his administration’s performance has come under close scrutiny. The anniversary was celebrated with project commissioning in Lagos and Abuja, but the conversation among critics and supporters alike has centered on the need for a cabinet reshuffle to unlock the full potential of…

The political tension between former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai and his successor, Uba Sani, has intensified following a bombshell report by a state assembly committee. The ad-hoc committee, tasked with investigating finances under El-Rufai’s administration, submitted its findings on June 5th, accusing the ex-governor and his appointees of misappropriating a staggering N423 billion in…

In a major breakthrough in the fight against kidnapping and banditry in Zamfara State, the police have arrested a member of the State House of Assembly and a former local government chairman for their alleged involvement in banditry activities. The arrests, disclosed by the Commissioner of Police in Zamfara State, Muhammad Dalijan, indicate significant progress…

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) have temporarily suspended their strike action for one week. This decision comes after an extraordinary joint national executive council meeting held in Abuja on Tuesday. TUC President Festus Osifo announced the development, emphasizing that the suspension is with immediate effect. Osifo stated, “A joint…

The Federal Government of Nigeria has committed to increasing the national minimum wage to a figure higher than the initially proposed N60,000. This decision emerged from a pivotal meeting with labour leaders held on Monday night in Abuja, aimed at resolving the ongoing dispute over the national minimum wage. The discussions were convened in response…