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May 1, 2026

Workers’ Day 2026: NBTI–ASURI Chairman Hails Staff, Urges Innovation-Driven National Progress

The Chairman of the Academic Staff Union of Research Institutions (ASURI), National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI) Branch, Comrade Alfa Zubairu, has commended members of the union for their resilience, innovation, and commitment to national development as Nigeria marks Workers’ Day 2026. In a statement issued on Thursday to commemorate the annual celebration themed “Innovation,... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News
May 1, 2026

May Day: Nigerian Workers Mark Labour Day Amid Hardship, Insecurity Concerns

Labour leaders warn of worsening conditions as inflation, job losses, and safety fears overshadow Workers’ Day celebrations. By Ifeoma Onyekachi   Nigerian workers marked this year’s International Workers’ Day under mounting economic and security pressures, with many describing their reality as increasingly difficult despite ongoing reforms.   From formal workplaces to the vast informal sector,... Read More
Africa News, Business, Nigeria News
May 1, 2026

Reps Order DISCOs to Refund N55.42bn NMMP Funds Within Seven Months

Probe finds gaps in metering scheme implementation as lawmakers mandate repayment and set up recovery mechanism. By Ifeoma Onyekachi   The House of Representatives has directed 11 electricity distribution companies (DISCOs) to refund N55.42 billion disbursed under the National Mass Metering Programme (NMMP), citing lapses in the execution of the initiative.   The resolution followed... Read More
Africa News, Business, Finance, Governance, Nigeria News, Politics
May 1, 2026

Nigeria Launches Electoral Accountability Platform as Stakeholders Push for Reforms Ahead of 2027

At the unveiling of the Situation Room Electoral Accountability Tracker in Abuja, civil society, Independent National Electoral Commission officials and policy advocates call for sustained transparency, warning that weak follow-through and compressed timelines could undermine credible elections. By ifeoma Onyekachi     Efforts to deepen electoral transparency in Nigeria received a boost on Thursday with... Read More
Africa News, Business, Nigeria News, Politics, Technology
April 30, 2026

SUPREME COURT RESTORES DAVID MARK-LED ADC LEADERSHIP, RETURNS CASE TO HIGH COURT

Nigeria’s political landscape recorded a significant legal shift as the Supreme Court moved to restore the leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) under former Senate President, David Mark, while directing that the substantive issues in the dispute continue at the Federal High Court. In a decisive ruling, the apex court nullified the earlier “status... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, World News
April 30, 2026

Shettima Urges Restraint, Peaceful Conduct Among APC Members Amid Rising Political Activities

Vice President warns against divisive politics, calls for decorum as internal consultations and ambitions intensify By Ifeoma Onyekachi   Vice President Kashim Shettima has called on political actors within the All Progressives Congress (APC) to conduct themselves with restraint and maturity as political activities gather momentum ahead of upcoming contests.   In a statement personally... Read More
Africa News, Nigeria News, Politics
April 30, 2026

Tinubu Appoints Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu as Foreign Affairs Minister, Nominates Enikanolaiye as Minister of State

Shake-up in Nigeria’s diplomatic leadership as President seeks stronger global engagement and foreign policy efficiency By Ifeoma Onyekachi   President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu as Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, following the resignation of Yusuf Tuggar, who stepped down to pursue political ambitions ahead of the 2027 elections.   The appointment was... Read More
Africa News, Governance, Nigeria News, Politics
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