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Sunday, 16 March 2025
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ASUU Issues FG Two-Week Ultimatum Over 2009 Agreement

The University of Uyo branch of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued a two-week ultimatum to the Federal Government, urging them to honor the 2009 renegotiated agreement or face potential strike action.   During a public sensitization protest on Wednesday, ASUU Chairperson, University of Uyo town campus, Prof. Opeyemi Olajide, recalled that […]

Crime

Court Dismisses Naira Abuse Charge Against Cubana Chief Priest

The Federal High Court in Lagos on Tuesday dismissed the charge against celebrity bartender Pascal Okechukwu, known as Cubana Chief Priest, concerning the alleged abuse of the naira.   Justice Kehinde Ogundare dismissed the charge after both parties to the suit agreed to a settlement.   The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had charged […]

Politics

Sokoto House Of Assembly Considers New Law To Limit Sultan’s Powers

The proposed legislation, which has passed its first and second readings, would require the sultan to obtain government approval before appointing kingmakers and district heads.   The Sokoto State House of Assembly has advanced a bill that would significantly curtail the powers of the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III.   The proposed legislation, […]

Entertainment

Video: I was among Davido’s groomsmen before Zlatan ruined everything, says Portable

Controversial singer Portable claims he was initially supposed to be one of Davido‘s groomsmen for his wedding but blames Zlatan Ibile for interfering and ruining his chances.   Portable, who recently dragged Davido after they linked up in America for giving him bad advice, held an Instagram Live session where he blamed his colleague Zlatan for ruining his friendship with […]

Business

Nigeria Debt Crisis: Tinubu’s One-Year Borrowing Surpasses Buhari’s Eight Years, Says Oseni Rufai

Arise TV Anchor, Oseni Rufai, shared on his X handle that the Tinubu administration’s borrowing in a single year has surpassed Buhari’s borrowing over eight years.   During Tinubu’s tenure, Nigeria’s debt surged by an astonishing ₦24 trillion in just three months, escalating the total debt to a staggering ₦121 trillion. This steep rise, attributed […]

News

Breaking: Customs Deputy Comptroller Slumps, Dies During Reps Probe

Essien Etop Andrew, Deputy Comptroller of the Nigerian Customs Service in charge of Revenue, has passed away at the National Assembly Clinic in Abuja.   Andrew collapsed while being questioned by the House of Representatives’ Public Accounts Committee. The committee is currently conducting a probe into revenue-generating agencies and government parastatals.   Despite immediate medical […]

Opinion

Chief {Hon.} Adeniyi Ismail Oluwatosin: A Rising Politician Inspired by Asiwaju Bisi Akande

In the bustling landscape of Nigerian politics, Hon. Adeniyi Ismail Oluwatosin stands out as a politician of the All Progressives Congress (APC) extraction.   Renowned for his philanthropic endeavors, transformative vision, and unwavering transparency, Adeniyi has emerged as a promising political stalwart poised to serving his constituents with integrity and diligence.   A devout political […]

News

FG to Convene FEC Meeting Today Over Minimum Wage Crisis, Other National Issues

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) is scheduled to convene today to address several pressing matters affecting the nation, including the long-standing minimum wage dispute between the federal government and organized labour. The development was revealed by sources privy to the information. According to sources, the council will deliberate on the report submitted by the tripartite […]

Politics

Rivers Political Leaders Rally for Wike Amid Tensions [VIDEO]

Political leaders from various wards in Obio/Akpor staged a solidarity march supporting the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike.   The protesters have gathered at the Rumueme Civic Centre in Port Harcourt, urging the Inspector General of Police to maintain a strong presence in the councils and resist any form of intimidation.   The […]

Politics

Alleged Plot to Dethrone Sultan: Shettima Warns Sokoto Governor

Vice-President Kashim Shettima has urged the Sokoto State government to reconsider any plans to remove the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, amid allegations from the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC).   Speaking at the North West Peace and Security Summit in Katsina, Shettima emphasized the Sultan’s significance as more than an Emir, describing […]