NLC Threatens Nationwide Strike Over Collapsing Electricity Grid
The Nigeria Labour Congress has threatened nationwide industrial action over persistent collapses of the country’s electricity grid, accusing the privatised power sector of delivering “darkness, exploitation and economic pain” more than a decade after unbundling. Addressing the annual conference of women and youth organized by the National Union of Electricity Employees in Abuja on Sunday, […]
Benue Commends Security Agencies’ Swift Response in Church Kidnap Case
The Benue State Government has praised security operatives for their rapid response that resulted in the safe rescue of nine children abducted from Saint John Catholic Church during a midnight prayer session in Ojije, Utonkon, Ado Local Government Area. The rescued children, including six girls and three boys, are receiving care and support following the […]
African First Ladies Laud Oluremi Tinubu for Promoting Girl-Child Education
Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has received recognition from the Organization of African First Ladies for Development (OAFLAD) for her contributions to girl-child education, hygiene promotion, and maternal and child health. The honour was presented during the 29th and 30th Ordinary General Assemblies of OAFLAD held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, highlighting her efforts in reducing […]
Sanwo-Olu Appoints Oba Ogunsanwo as New Chancellor of LASU
Governor of Lagos State and Visitor to Lagos State University, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has appointed His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr) Olufolarin Olukayode Ogunsanwo, the Alara of Ilara, as the university’s sixth Chancellor. This appointment follows the conclusion of the tenure of Professor Gbolahan Elias, SAN, who served as the fifth Chancellor and was commended for his […]
U.S. Embassy, Lagos Consulate to Close Monday for Presidents’ Day
The United States Embassy in Abuja and the Consulate General in Lagos will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2026, in observance of Presidents’ Day, the U.S. Mission in Nigeria announced. Presidents’ Day, a federal holiday in the United States, was originally established to honour the birth of the nation’s first president, George Washington. The […]
Six Years On, Fuel Sale Ban Chokes Ogun Border Towns
By 𝔸bdulrazak Tomiwa A federal ban on fuel supplies within 20 kilometers of Nigeria’s land borders continues to cripple businesses in Ogun communities six years after. Originally aimed at stopping smuggling and terrorism, the policy has left residents in Ipokia and Yewa North struggling with extreme scarcity. Despite recent partial waivers for […]
Israeli Attacks Kill 11 in Gaza Amid $5bn Peace Pledge
By 𝔸bdulrazak Tomiwa At least 11 Palestinians were killed Sunday in Israeli strikes across Gaza, hitting displaced persons’ tents in Jabalia and targets in Khan Younis. These attacks represent the latest breach of the ceasefire that officially began on October 10. Casualties included five people in northern Gaza and five in the […]
