FG Moves to Stop NUPENG Strike Over Dangote Dispute

FG Moves to Stop NUPENG Strike Over Dangote Dispute

The Federal Government has intervened in the brewing industrial dispute between the National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers and the Dangote Refinery, urging the union to shelve its planned nationwide strike slated for today, Monday. Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammad Dingyadi, announced on Sunday that he had called all parties involved to […]

Tinubu Orders Military Tech Boost, Mulls State Police for Katsina Security

Tinubu Orders Military Tech Boost, Mulls State Police for Katsina Security

President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday in Abuja, said the armed forces will deploy more advanced military hardware and surveillance gadgets in Katsina State to halt the recent spate of attacks on innocent citizens by bandits. The President, who received a delegation of eminent citizens of the state led by Governor Dikko Umaru Radda at the State House, […]

Tinubu: Nigeria Meets 2025 Revenue Target, Driven by Non-Oil Sector

Tinubu: Nigeria Meets 2025 Revenue Target, Driven by Non-Oil Sector

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared that Nigeria has achieved its revenue target for 2025, with the bulk of the revenue coming from the non-oil sector.  President Tinubu who made the disclosure while receiving members of The Buhari Organisation (TBO) and founding members of the defunct Congress for Progressive Change (CPC) at the Presidential Villa […]

Israel Claims Killing of Hamas Spokesman Abu Obeida in Gaza Airstrike

Israel Claims Killing of Hamas Spokesman Abu Obeida in Gaza Airstrike

Israel has announced the killing of Abu Obeida, the spokesman for Hamas’s armed wing, in an aerial strike in Gaza City. Israel’s Defence Minister Israel Katz praised the Israel Defense Forces and the Shin Bet security agency for what he described as a “flawless execution” of the operation. Hamas has yet to confirm Obeida’s death […]

DHS Proposes Shorter Visas for Students, Journalists

DHS Proposes Shorter Visas for Students, Journalists

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced a proposal to reduce the duration of visas issued to international students and foreign journalists. According to the new rule, F visas—which allow international students to study in the United States—would be limited to a maximum of four years. Currently, these visas are typically issued for […]

Iyabo Ojo Welcomes First Grandchild as Daughter Priscilla Gives Birth

Iyabo Ojo Welcomes First Grandchild as Daughter Priscilla Gives Birth

Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has announced the arrival of her first grandchild. Her daughter, Priscilla Ojo, and her husband, East African musician Juma Jux, welcomed their son, Rakeem Ayomide Mkambala, in Canada. Iyabo Ojo confirmed the safe delivery in a social media update on Sunday, eliciting congratulatory messages from fans and celebrities. The couple tied […]

Juju Music Legend Ahuja Bello Dies at 83, a Day After Birthday

Juju Music Legend Ahuja Bello Dies at 83, a Day After Birthday

Veteran Nigerian Juju music icon, Alhaji Ahuja Bello, has passed away at the age of 83 — just one day after celebrating his birthday. Known for his influence during the golden era of Juju music in the 1970s, Ahuja Bello was a prominent figure in the genre, captivating audiences with his unique sound and stage […]

Mainoo Battles Bruno for Midfield Spot at Man United

Mainoo Battles Bruno for Midfield Spot at Man United

The role of Kobbie Mainoo at Manchester United is in doubt after manager Ruben Amorim confirmed the 20-year-old is battling Bruno Fernandes for a place in the midfield. The England international has yet to play this season, missing United’s loss to Arsenal and the 1-1 draw with Fulham. At Craven Cottage, Mainoo was again left […]

Ethel Caterham Turns 116, Becomes World’s Oldest Person

Ethel Caterham Turns 116, Becomes World’s Oldest Person

Ethel Caterham, the world’s oldest person, turned 116 on Thursday, August 21. She celebrated quietly with family at her care home in Surrey, taking the day “at her own pace,” staff said. Born in Shipton Bellinger, England, in 1909—five years before World War I—Caterham became the world’s oldest living person after Brazilian nun Inah Canabarro […]