Tinubu to Swear In New INEC Boss, Prof. Joash Amupitan, Today

The new Chairman, Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, is expected to assume office today. According to an invitation by the Director, Voter Education and Publicity, Victoria Eta-Messi, Amupitan would be meeting with the Directors of the commission at the

by News Editor

October 23, 2025

Headlines·Education

ASUU Suspends Strike, Gives FG One-Month Ultimatum

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has suspended its two-week warning strike, granting the Federal Government a one-month window to conclude the renegotiation of the 2009 FGN/ASUU Agreement and resolve other lingering issues affecting the nation’s university system. President of the

by News Editor

October 22, 2025

News·Education·Politics

Reps Greenlight Four New Federal Universities Across Borno, Imo, Kaduna, Kano

The House of Representatives at plenary on Tuesday, approved the establishment of four Federal Universities in Borno, Imo, Kaduna and Kano states to enhance learning in the country. This followed the adoption of reports on four bills, laid for consideration by the Chairman,

by News Editor

October 22, 2025

Headlines·Education·Grassroots·News

Lagos Libraries Go Digital: Board Installs Solar, Internet Facilities Across Divisions

) The Lagos State Library Board has embarked on a digital transformation drive with the installation of solar power and internet facilities at its headquarters to enhance operational efficiency and service delivery. The Director of the Lagos State Library Board, Mr Oyadipe

by News Editor

October 22, 2025

News·Headlines·News Update

Pro-Kanu Protests Sweep Abuja, South-East, Paralyse Activities

A coordinated wave of protests demanding the release of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu, swept through the Federal Capital Territory and several South-East states on Monday, disrupting commercial activities and grounding transportation. Monday’s demonstration, convened by

by News Editor

October 21, 2025

News Update·Headlines·News·Politics

Wike Inaugurates Construction of 600-Bed Hostels at Nigerian Law School, Bwari

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has inaugurated the construction of over 600-bed hostels for male and female students at the Nigerian Law School, Bwari, Abuja. Wike during the inauguration on Monday, in Abuja, also announced plans for

by News Editor

October 21, 2025

Politics·Headlines·News

Arewa Youths Rally Behind New INEC Chairman, Call Him “Beacon of Integrity”

The Amalgamated Arewa Youths Group (AAYG), has commended President Bola Tinubu for the nomination and subsequent confirmation of Prof. Joash Amupitan as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). In a statement signed by its Publicity Secretary, Victor Duniya

by News Editor

October 21, 2025

Headlines·Politics

Ondo Parliamentary Workers Suspend Strike Over Salary Scale Implementation

The Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria (PASAN), Ondo State chapter, has suspended its proposed industrial action following the intervention of Gov. Lucky Aiyedatiwa. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that PASAN in the state had issued a seven-day ultimatum, which elapsed

by News Editor

October 21, 2025

News·Politics

Akpabio not a killer, former lawmaker declares

Mr Nse Ntuen, a former Akwa Ibom house of assembly member ( Essien Udim) says allegations leveled against Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, as a killer is false. Ntuen in a statement in Uyo on Sunday, said the allegation is baseless. He described

by News Editor

October 20, 2025

Headlines·Economy·News Update

Inside Nigeria’s Biggest Cybercrime Crackdown: EFCC Deports 192 Foreign Convicts

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has in collaboration with other agencies deported another batch of 51 foreign nationals convicted of cyber-terrorism, internet fraud, and related financial crimes in Lagos. EFCC Spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, said this in a statement on Sunday

by News Editor

October 20, 2025

News Update·Grassroots·Headlines

Nine Years on the Throne, Timeless in Service — Tinubu Praises Benin Monarch

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Oba of Benin, Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, on the 9th anniversary of his ascension to the throne.‎‎In a statement issued by Presidential Spokesperson, Mr Bayo Onanuga, on Sunday in Abuja, Tinubu praised the Oba’s enduring

by News Editor

October 20, 2025

News·Headlines·News Update

No Coup Plot in Nigeria — Defence Headquarters Refutes Online Claim

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has dismissed as false and malicious an online report alleging that the cancellation of activities marking Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary was linked to an attempted coup. The Director, Defence Information, Brig.-Gen. Tukur Gusau, in a statement on Saturday

by News Editor

October 19, 2025

Headlines·News·Politics

Tinubu Returns to Abuja After Attending Aqaba Process Summit in Rome

President Bola Tinubu returned to Abuja on Saturday after attending the Aqaba Process Heads of State Meeting in Rome, Italy.‎‎This is contained in a statement issued by Presidential spokesperson, Mr Bayo Onanuga, on Saturday in Abuja.‎‎The Aqaba Process, launched in 2015 by

by News Editor

October 19, 2025

Editorial (Featured News)·Editorial·Headlines

You Can’t Eat Statistics: Nigerians Demand Real Relief, Not Numbers

Nigeria’s headline inflation rate may have dropped to 18.02 percent in September, a three-year low; but to the average Nigerian, the numbers feel like mockery. National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) says that inflation is “easing.” Sellers of food, salary earners and artisans

by News Editor

October 18, 2025

News·Economy·Headlines·News Update

From Crisis to Comeback: Cardoso Declares Nigeria’s Economy Rebounding

The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Yemi Cardoso, says President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms are finally bending the curve — taming inflation, stabilising the naira, and restoring investor confidence after months of turbulence. Cardoso said this on Friday in Washington

by News Editor

October 18, 2025

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Tinubu to Swear In New INEC Boss, Prof. Joash Amupitan, Today

ASUU Suspends Strike, Gives FG One-Month Ultimatum

Reps Greenlight Four New Federal Universities Across Borno, Imo, Kaduna, Kano

Lagos Libraries Go Digital: Board Installs Solar, Internet Facilities Across Divisions

Pro-Kanu Protests Sweep Abuja, South-East, Paralyse Activities

Wike Inaugurates Construction of 600-Bed Hostels at Nigerian Law School, Bwari

Arewa Youths Rally Behind New INEC Chairman, Call Him “Beacon of Integrity”

Ondo Parliamentary Workers Suspend Strike Over Salary Scale Implementation

Akpabio not a killer, former lawmaker declares

Inside Nigeria’s Biggest Cybercrime Crackdown: EFCC Deports 192 Foreign Convicts

Nine Years on the Throne, Timeless in Service — Tinubu Praises Benin Monarch

No Coup Plot in Nigeria — Defence Headquarters Refutes Online Claim

Tinubu Returns to Abuja After Attending Aqaba Process Summit in Rome

You Can’t Eat Statistics: Nigerians Demand Real Relief, Not Numbers

From Crisis to Comeback: Cardoso Declares Nigeria’s Economy Rebounding

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