ADC Overhauls Constitution, Installs Mark-Led NWC at Abuja Convention
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has concluded its national convention in Abuja with sweeping reforms, including a constitutional amendment and the ratification of a new National Working Committee (NWC) led by David Mark. Delegates at the convention overwhelmingly endorsed the constitutional changes, with 1,471 out of 1,576 accredited voters—representing 94 per cent—approving […]
FCT Police Announce Movement Restriction Ahead of 2026 FCT Elections
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has announced a restriction of movement across the FCT from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Saturday, February 21, 2026, as part of security measures for the 2026 Area Council Elections. The restriction, which exempts essential service providers and accredited election officials, forms part of […]
Senate Moves to Review Revenue Allocation Formula in Favour of FG
By Anayo Akwitti The Senate has begun the process of amending provisions of the 1999 Constitution to increase the federal government’s share of the national revenue allocation. Although the federal government currently receives 52.68% of the revenue pool—compared to 26.72% for the 36 states and 20.60% for the 774 local government councils—the Senate, through a […]
Trump Threatens Lawsuit Against Trevor Noah Over Grammy Joke
By Toyeebat Aremu President Donald Trump has threatened legal action against comedian Trevor Noah following a joke at the 68th Grammy Awards. After congratulating Billie Eilish on her Song of the Year win for Wildflower, Noah referenced Trump and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. He quipped: “Wow. That’s a Grammy that every artist wants—almost as […]
Labour Unions to Protest at FCDA in Support of Fct Workers
By Chinedu Echianu The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) have announced plans to stage a peaceful solidarity protest march to the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) on Tuesday, February 3, in support of members of the Joint Union Action Committee (JUAC). The planned rally, according to the two […]
Afrobeats singer Omah Lay Thought Davido Disliked Him
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul Afrobeats singer Omah Lay has opened up about a past misunderstanding with fellow Nigerian superstar Davido, revealing that he once believed the award-winning artist disliked him an assumption that ultimately paved the way for their Grammy-nominated collaboration, With You. The singer made the disclosure during a GRAMMY red carpet interview, shedding light […]
NOA Lauded for Championing National Values
By Alkadriyar Abdullahi The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has once again been spotlighted for its pivotal role in fostering national values and strengthening civic education across the country. The commendation comes as the Centre for Positive Value Reorientation and Advocacy conferred on it the Award of Excellence in Value Reorientation and Nation-Building. The honour […]
Cuba Condemns Fresh Escalation of U.S. Economic Blockade
By Chinedu Echianu The Cuban government has strongly condemned a new escalation of the United States’ economic blockade, accusing Washington of intensifying efforts to restrict fuel supplies to the island nation. In a statement issued on Friday, the Revolutionary Government of Cuba describes as “hostile and illegal” an executive order signed by the […]
FG Moves to Resolve Oil Well Disputes with Nationwide Mapping
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal Government has commenced the plotting of coordinates for disputed and newly drilled oil and gas wells across Nigeria’s oil-producing states, a move aimed at resolving ownership disputes and ensuring accurate revenue allocation. The Chairman of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), Dr. Mohammed Bello Shehu, disclosed this while […]
Industrial Court Stops FCTA Workers’ Strike Over Unpaid Entitlements
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The National Industrial Court in Abuja has ordered the leadership of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) workers’ union to suspend its ongoing strike. In a ruling delivered on Thursday, January 21, 2026, Justice E. D. Subilim granted an interim injunction restraining the union, its leaders and members from striking, picketing, blocking […]