The National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives has given the Federal Government a seven-day notice, urging improved welfare, fair allowances, and better working conditions for nurses. The notice, signed by National Secretary Enya Osinachi and released by President, Morakinyo-Olajide Rilwan, was issued in Abuja on Monday. The decision followed an emergency National Executive Council…
A python, a crocodile, and other wild animals discovered in the residence of the former Accountant General of the Federation, Ahmed Idris, have been evacuated to the Kano Zoo following a wave of panic in surrounding communities. Confirming the development, the Managing Director of Kano Zoo, Sadik Kura Muhammad, said the python, which had escaped…
The Social Democratic Party (SDP) says it has banned former Kaduna Governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, from participating in its activities. The party’s National Working Committee (NWC) said it took the decision after thorough investigations revealed that El-Rufai falsely claimed membership and attempted to destabilise the party. According to the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Araba Aiyenigba,…
Former Vice President Alhaji Atiku Abubakar has boasted that the African Democratic Congress (ADC), the opposition coalition party will take over power from the All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2027. Atiku, who decried the lack of ideology by political parties in the country, said the ADC is coming with clear ideology to tackle the nation’s…
The Katsina Government said over 100 members of its security outfit, Community Watch Corps, 30 police officers and many soldiers among others have lost their lives in the fight against bandits in the state since May, 2023. Katsina Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Dr Nasir Muazu, made the disclosure in a statement on…
The Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has condemned the Senate bill that seeks to make the Ooni of Ife and Sultan of Sokoto the exclusive co-chairmen of the Traditional Rulers Council. The bill has passed second reading. The group said the move would exclude top traditional rulers from other ethnic groups and regions. Ezechi Chukwu, the spokesman…
Malaria continues to claim lives at an alarming rate in Nigeria, with nine deaths recorded every hour, according to the Society for Family Health (SFH), a health-focused non-governmental organisation leading prevention efforts across the country. Nigerian Airways plane models At a media orientation on malaria prevention in Kano, SFH’s Social and Behavioural Change Specialist, Sesugh…
The troops of the Nigerian Army and hybrid forces, with critical intelligence support from the Department of State Services (DSS), have neutralised no fewer than 45 bandits during a fierce gunfight in Iburu village, Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State, in what appears to be a major success in Nigeria’s ongoing counter-terrorism efforts, According…
The highly anticipated Big Brother Naija Season 10, aptly dubbed “10/10,” kicked off on Saturday, July 26, 2025, promising intense drama and excitement. The reality TV show will feature a diverse group of housemates competing for the grand prize of N150 million worth of gifts over the next 71 days. The show is hosted by…
Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Femi Falana, has condemned the recent renaming of streets and bus stops in Lagos State, citing a lack of adherence to constitutional procedures and public consultation. He described the action as illegal, authoritarian, and a violation of the constitutional powers vested in local governments. Falana made…