Politics

PDP Governors Reject Wike-Backed Committee Decisions

Governors elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party have rejected decisions taken by a committee reportedly backed by the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, over party leadership and convention plans. The governors said the committee lacked the constitutional authority to make such decisions. The disagreement has further deepened the internal crisis within the opposition

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General Health

Health Workers Vow to Continue Strike Over Salary Review

Health workers under the Joint Health Sector Unions have insisted that their ongoing strike will continue until the Federal Government reviews the Consolidated Health Salary Structure. The strike, which has lasted for several weeks, has disrupted healthcare services in public hospitals nationwide. The unions accused the government of failing to honour previous agreements reached on

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Economy General

Economic Reforms, Private Investment Key to Growth — Edun

The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has said Nigeria’s target of achieving seven per cent economic growth depends largely on sustained reforms and increased private sector investment. He spoke at an economic forum in Lagos where he outlined government strategies for stabilising the economy. Edun said recent policy decisions

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Politics

FCT Workers Suspend Strike After Wike’s Assurance

Workers in the Federal Capital Territory have suspended their industrial action following assurances from the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, that no worker will be victimised over participation in the strike. Labour unions also agreed to withdraw a lawsuit filed against the FCT Administration after negotiations with government officials. The strike, which affected essential services in

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Sports

Atletico Madrid Confirm Lookman Signing

Atletico Madrid have confirmed the signing of Nigerian international Ademola Lookman from Atalanta. Lookman arrived in Madrid on Sunday for his medical ahead of finalising the move, with the clubs agreeing terms on the transfer. The deal, reported to be worth around €35 million with potential bonuses, will see Lookman join Atletico on a long‑term

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Sports

Rivers United Lose in CAF Champions League

Rivers United were defeated 1‑0 by Power Dynamos of Zambia in their CAF Champions League Group C clash in Uyo. Kondwani Chiboni scored the decisive goal five minutes after halftime, handing the visitors a historic first group stage win in the competition.The result leaves Rivers United at the bottom of their group as they continue

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Sports

Arsenal’s Merino to Undergo Surgery

Arsenal confirmed that midfielder Mikel Merino will undergo surgery on a bone injury in his right foot in the coming days. The club said the recovery process will follow after the operation, which is expected to sideline him for several weeks. Arsenal did not specify an exact return date but said Merino will continue to

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Sports

Guardiola Still Optimistic Despite Spurs Draw

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said he remains confident about his team’s Premier League title hopes even after a 2‑2 draw with Tottenham Hotspur. City had taken a 2‑0 lead before Tottenham rallied to share the points. Guardiola acknowledged that dropping points was disappointing but stressed that his team still has plenty of matches left

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Politics

FCT Minister Wike Commends Ijaw Lawmakers, Commissiones NDDC Roads in Wakirike

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has commended state lawmakers of Ijaw extraction for standing firmly with him since the onset of the political crisis in Rivers State in 2023. He made the commendation during a grand civic reception organized in his honour by the Wakirike Ethnic Nationality, which comprises nine

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General

SERAP Sues NNPC Over Alleged ₦22.3 Billion Oil Funds Discrepancy

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) over the alleged failure to account for ₦22.3 billion, USD $49.7 million, £14.3 million, and €5.2 million in oil revenue. In a statement on Sunday, SERAP Deputy Director Kolawole Oluwadare said the suit follows damning allegations

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