A significant controversy has erupted in Niger State following Governor Umar Bago’s directive to revoke the operational licence of Badegi Radio, a private station in Minna. The governor’s action, which also included ordering the sealing of the station and marking its building for demolition, has been met with immediate and strong reactions from media…
The nationwide warning strike by the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) has been suspended, bringing a much-needed reprieve to the nation’s healthcare sector. The suspension, announced by the union’s national leadership, follows successful negotiations and a signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Federal Government. The strike, which had a crippling…
The Nigerian healthcare system is once again facing a looming crisis as medical professionals, including doctors and nurses, issue stern warnings of a nationwide strike over persistent poor welfare conditions and unaddressed demands. This development raises serious concerns about access to healthcare for millions of Nigerians, potentially crippling hospitals across the country. The…
Nigeria is doubling down on its efforts to curb the pervasive menace of illegal mining, with the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, declaring a firm resolve to dismantle illicit operations and prosecute those involved. This renewed push comes as the government grapples with the severe economic, environmental, and security consequences of…
Abuja, Nigeria – In a significant boost to Nigeria’s economic outlook, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has upgraded its projection for the country’s economic growth to 3.4% for 2025. This revised forecast, detailed in the IMF’s latest July 2025 World Economic Outlook (WEO) Update, reflects a 0.4 percentage point increase from its earlier April…
A wave of relief has swept through communities as the Nigerian Police Force announced the successful rescue and reunion of 35 kidnapped victims with their overjoyed families. The victims, whose identities are being withheld for privacy, were safely returned following a coordinated operation by security forces. While details of the rescue operation remain…
The Vice President Kashim Shettima on Monday, June 16, 2025, delivered a resounding message to the global investment community: Nigeria is unequivocally “open for business.” Speaking at the 2025 Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Summit hosted by the Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC) at the State House, Abuja, Shettima, representing President Bola Tinubu, urged both local and…
In a significant move set to reshape global trade dynamics, China has announced the full removal of tariffs on imports from all African countries with which it maintains diplomatic relations. This landmark decision falls under the new “China-Africa Economic Partnership for Shared Development,” a framework designed to significantly enhance Africa’s integration into global trade. The…
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) and various tanker driver associations have embarked on a protest against the Lagos State Government’s recent hike in the electronic call-up parking fee for trucks along the Lekki-Epe corridor. The associations are warning that the new charge of ₦12,500 per truck, up from the previous ₦2,500, is…
Tragic Accidental Discharge Claims Life of Police Inspector in Awka A pall of sorrow hangs over Awka, Anambra State, following a deeply tragic incident where a police inspector, Okolie Amechi, was fatally shot by his 10-year-old son in what authorities have described as an “accidental discharge.” The heartbreaking event unfolded on Sunday evening, June 15,…
