Groups Urge NLC, TUC to Declare General Strike Over New Tax Laws
By Chinedu Echianu A coalition of left-wing organisations has called on the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) to declare a nationwide general strike to stop the implementation of new tax laws scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2026. Operating under the banner of the Network of Abuja Left Groups, […]
Goronyo Praises Tinubu’s 2026 Budget, Focus on Security, Roads
By Sulyman Gobir The Minister of State for Works, Bello Goronyo, has commended President Bola Tinubu for the 2026 Appropriation Bill. He described the budget as people-centred and responsive to the pressing needs of Nigerians, particularly in the critical areas of security and road infrastructure. “The significant budgetary allocation to security reflects the President’s unwavering […]
Tinubu Visits Borno, Others for Projects, Condolence
By Chinedu Echianu President Bola Tinubu is set to depart Abuja on Saturday for official visits to Borno, Bauchi and Lagos States This is contained in a statement issued on Friday Dec 19, by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. According to the statement President Tinubu will commission key projects In […]
Mustapha Receives Award for Contributions to Horse Racing Development
Reporting By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The National Coordinator of the Nigeria Horse Racing Federation, Abubakar Mustapha, has received an award in recognition of his contributions to the development of horse racing in Nigeria. Mustapha was among the recipients honoured at a sports awards ceremony that recognised individuals and organisations involved in sports development across the country. […]
Victor Ochei Pays Emotional Tribute to Senator Peter Nwaoboshi
Reporting By Arinzechi Chukwunonso President of the Nigeria Tennis Federation, Victor Ochei, has paid a heartfelt tribute to late Distinguished Senator Peter Nwaoboshi, describing him as a courageous leader, loyal friend and a proud son of Ibusa whose legacy will endure across Delta North and beyond. Ochei, a former Speaker of the Delta State House […]
President Tinubu Reconstitutes NERC Board
By Chinedu Echianu President Bola Tinubu has approved the reconstitution of the Board of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) following the confirmation of its members by the Senate on December 16. In a statement on Thursday, Presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga says the reconstituted Board is chaired by Mulisiu Olalekan Oseni, who previously served as […]
PLAC Survey Reveals National Support for Constitutional Reforms in Nigeria
By Julian Osamoto The Policy and Legal Advocacy Centre (PLAC) has unveiled the findings of a nationwide survey on Nigeria’s ongoing Constitution Review. The survey reveals public backing for far-reaching reforms across governance, electoral integrity, and gender representation. Presenting the report to journalists in Abuja, PLAC Executive Director Dr. Clement Nwankwo described the results as […]
NMDPRA, NUPRC Chief Executives Resign, Tinubu Nominates Replacements
By Chinedu Echianu The Chief executives of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) Farouk Ahmed and the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) Gbenga Komolafe have resigned their appointments with immediate effect. Ahmed’s resignation follows corruption allegations levelled against him by the Chairman of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote. It is not […]
NLC Demands Immediate Prosecution Of Terror Sponsors
By Chinedu Echianu The Nigeria Labour Congress has called for the immediate prosecution of alleged sponsors of terrorism, warning that Nigerians face not only physical but financial insecurity. The NLC on December 17th, organised a nationwide protest to highlight the devastating impact of insecurity on lives, livelihoods, and public institutions, a crisis that has lasted […]
NLC Raises Alarm Over Alleged Plot to Disrupt National Protest
By Chinedu Echianu The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has raised the alarm over an alleged plot to infiltrate and violently disrupt its planned National Day of Protest and Mourning scheduled for Tuesday, December 17, 2025. In a statement issued by its Acting General Secretary, Benson Upah, the NLC said it has received “credible and disturbing […]