South Africa finds itself among nearly 70 nations confronting President Donald Trump’s newly proposed tariffs on exports, which were initially slated for implementation. South Africa intends to leverage the week-long postponement of the US’s imposition of 30-percent tariffs to engage in rigorous negotiations aimed at circumventing these penalties and safeguarding employment, President Cyril Ramaphosa […]
The Ogun State chapter of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has raised the alarm over what it describes as a series of coordinated attacks against medical doctors at the Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Aro, in Abeokuta. The association has also threatened legal action against the National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM), accusing its members […]
The helicopter landing fee has reignited a four-year-long dispute between the Federal Government and operators in Nigeria’s aviation sector. The aviation industry in Nigeria finds itself mired in renewed contention as helicopter operators and oil companies resist a contentious landing fee of $300 per landing, recently reimposed by the federal government. This policy, […]
The industrial action initiated by the National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) has been suspended, as declared by the Minister of Health, Ali Pate. Following a confidential meeting held on Friday, Pate informed journalists that the decision was reached after discussions with the nursing association’s leadership. Nevertheless, the union leaders chose […]
The Federal Government has tasked the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN) with collaborating with state governors to develop bankable housing projects, aiming to bring homeownership solutions directly to citizens. This initiative seeks to address Nigeria’s housing deficit by leveraging the expertise and resources of both federal and state governments. The collaboration will […]
Former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has criticized the Federal Government’s practice of awarding national honors primarily to politicians. Speaking at the launch of “The Chronicles of a Legend,” a biography of business magnate Gabriel Igbinedion, Obi advocated for a shift in focus towards recognizing entrepreneurs and productive citizens. […]
The staff unions at Lagos State University have begun an indefinite strike over unresolved issues with the university management. The Joint Action Committee, comprising various unions, announced the decision in a letter to Vice-Chancellor Prof. Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello. The strike, which commenced on Thursday, July 31, 2025, will remain in force until all staff […]
The aviation sector unions in Nigeria have issued a seven-day ultimatum to the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, over the non-implementation of a new salary structure for Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) workers. Despite concluding negotiations over eight months ago, the agreed salary adjustments remain unimplemented. In a joint […]
Paul Ibe, media adviser to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has clarified that reports suggesting Atiku is planning to run for president in 2027 are baseless. The clarification follows the circulation of a viral video clip on social media, where Atiku was heard making a statement about his political future. Ibe explained […]
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has donated seven new buses to the Ministry of Justice to enhance justice administration in the state. The vehicles were handed over to the ministry through the Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF). The Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Lawal Pedro, welcomed the donation, describing it as […]
