FG says all ASUU demands met, insists strike unnecessary
The Federal Government has maintained that there is no justification for the ongoing two-week warning strike declared by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), insisting that all the union’s demands have been addressed. Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, made this known on Monday during an interview on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief, where […]
Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan returns to Senate after six-month suspension
The Nigerian Senate on Tuesday resumed plenary after a 10-week recess, marking a full return to legislative business at the National Assembly complex in Abuja. The session, presided over by Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin, proceeded smoothly despite the absence of Senate President Godswill Akpabio. One of the most notable highlights of the day was […]
Boycode Africa: I spent four years studying computer science without owning a gadget —Stellar boss
The founder of The Stellar Initiative and lead consultant at Rivil Consult, Precious Eniayekan, has revealed that she spent four years studying computer science at the university and graduated without owning a gadget, which cost her a great deal. Eniayekan recently stated this on LinkedIn through a post in which she confessed that she […]
‘They come to my home, say they need my voice,’ Tunde Bakare reacts to pressure to join ADC
Founder of Citadel Global Community Church, Pastor Tunde Bakare, has revealed that he is facing mounting pressure from political stakeholders to join the African Democratic Congress (ADC), but he firmly ruled out any plans to switch allegiance. Bakare disclosed on Saturday during the inaugural edition of the Citadel School of Governance Dialogue Series, themed ‘Nigeria […]
‘It’s not just my mission; it’s a collective one,’ Omisore says as he declares to contest Osun guber election
The former deputy governor of Osun State, Senator Iyiola Omisore, has officially declared his intention to contest the 2026 governorship election under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Omisore announced this on Saturday through a post on his official X handle, stating that his formal declaration will take place next Tuesday at the […]
EFCC arrests 92 suspected internet fraudsters in Benin City
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 92 individuals suspected of internet fraud in a large-scale sting operation conducted across multiple locations in Benin City. The operation, carried out on Monday, September 29, 2025, by operatives of the commission’s Benin Zonal Directorate, followed what the EFCC described as “credible intelligence” on cybercrime activities […]
APC unveils timetable, fixes N50 million fee for 2026 Osun governorship election
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has released its official timetable and fee structure for the 2026 governorship election in Osun State, detailing key dates for nomination, screening, delegate congresses, and the party primary. The announcement was made by the party’s national organising secretary, Sulaiman Argungu, in a statement issued from the APC national secretariat in […]
‘South Africa needs feminist leadership,’ says menstrual health advocate Candice Chirwa
South African social entrepreneur and founder of Qrate, Candice Chirwa, has stated that her country needs a feminist leadership rooted in empathy, justice, and accountability. Chirwa, who is also an educator and popularly known as the Minister of Menstruation because of her advocacy in menstrual health issues, made this known in an interview published in […]
Peter Obi clarifies “My dear brother” congratulatory message to Olubadan after backlash
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has clarified his congratulatory message to the newly crowned Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, following strong criticism over his choice of words. The former Anambra governor had on Saturday extended warm wishes to the monarch after his installation as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. However, his […]
CAN, others slam South African pastor whose fake prophecy wrecks lives
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has condemned the actions of South African pastor Joshua Mhlakela, whose failed prophecy that the rapture would take place between September 23 and 24, 2025, has left many of his followers in despair after they sold their possessions and abandoned jobs in anticipation of the end. Mhlakela had claimed […]