The Joint Action Committee of the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) has suspended its indefinite strike seven days after. The decision follows a commitment by the Federal Government to pay two months of withheld salaries, as the unions grappled with a four-month salary backlog. On October 28, 2024, NASU and the…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos The governing council of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, the university’s management has rejected federal government’s decision sacking its new Vice Chancellor and registrar. The Federal Ministry of Education had cancelled the recent appointments made by citing non-compliance with existing guidelines. In a letter addressed to the council’s chairman, Amb. Greg Mbadiwe,…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos In a significant blow to oil thieves in the Niger Delta region, troops from the 6 Division of the Nigerian Army have made substantial gains in their operations from October 28 to November 3, 2024. This was disclosed in a statement by Lieutenant-Colonel Danjuma Jonah Danjuma, Acting Deputy Director6 Division Army…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has taken a significant step in combating certificate forgery by arraigning Hauwau Gimbiya Mukhtar Abdulkarim, the serving Provost of the Federal College of Education (Technical) (FCET), Gusau, and Abdullahi Boyi, a lecturer with the Sokoto State College of Education (SSCE) Sokoto….
Hussaini Kafi in Kano Kano State Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has reaffirmed his commitment to boosting agricultural productivity and processing through a partnership with the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). During a meeting with IFAD Country Director Mr. Dede Ekove, Governor Yusuf highlighted Kano’s strategic position in the agricultural value chain, particularly in…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos The Defence Headquarters Abuja has just released its weekly report, revealing significant successes in the ongoing military operations across Nigeria. The military dealt deadly blows to numerous terrorists and other criminal elements that have been wreaking havoc on the country. This milestone marks a decisive step towards restoring peace and security…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has thwarted an international drug syndicate by intercepting a significant cocaine shipment valued at N4.4 billion at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos. On October 29, 2024, NDLEA officials recovered 845 wraps of cocaine, totalling 18.72 kg, hidden in nine plastic bags located in the lavatories of an…
Hussaini Kafi in Kano In a bold move, the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to President Bola Tinubu to address the plight of “hungry, malnourished minors” in Nigeria. The announcement was made in a statement on SERAP’s official X account on Sunday morning, emphasizing the urgent need for government…
Nigerians in Libya are facing illegal arrests and exploitation by the Libyan government, following a recent verdict by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) in response to mistreatment of the Nigerian football team. According to a report by Libya News Today, members of the Nigerian community have reported mass arrests and fines in the country….
The Federal Government has reiterated its dedication to universal health coverage and improving maternal health in Nigeria, emphasising primary healthcare and collaboration with stakeholders. Speaking at a legislative dialogue in Abuja, Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Muhammad Pate, highlighted the government’s commitment to reducing child and maternal mortality. A statement signed by…
