ASUP reaches agreement with Nigerian Govt, suspends warning strike
The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) has announced the suspension of its two-week warning strike. The union has instructed members nationwide to return to work starting Monday, December 16, 2024. ASUP had launched the strike on December 2, 2024, as a response to the government’s alleged neglect of Nigeria’s polytechnics. This action aimed to […]
African Govts Should Ban Kemi Badenoch From Coming To Africa – Seun Kuti Says
Afrobeat musician Seun Kuti has sparked a call for African governments to ban Kemi Badenoch, the leader of the UK’s Conservative Party, after her controversial comments about Nigeria. The UK politician allegedly spoke about her upbringing in Nigeria, describing it as overshadowed by fear, insecurity, and widespread corruption. These statements have drawn sharp criticism from […]
I’m Yoruba, have nothing in common with north — Kemi Badenoch
Kemi Badenoch, the leader of the UK Conservative Party, has sparked fresh discussions about identity and heritage. In an interview with The Spectator, she revealed that she identifies more with her Yoruba ethnic roots than with Nigeria as a nation. Born in the UK to Yoruba parents, Badenoch spent her early years in Nigeria before […]
Stop relocating to your communities – NYSC tells corps members
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has called on corps members to stop relocating back to their hometowns during their service year. Instead, they are encouraged to settle into their host communities and make the most of their time there. The NYSC Director-General, Brigadier General Yusha’u Ahmad, shared this message during a visit to the […]
Insecurity: ‘I stand by my remarks on Nigeria’ – Badenoch replies VP Shettima
Kemi Badenoch, the leader of the UK Conservative Party, has responded to Vice President Kashim Shettima of Nigeria, saying she stands by her comments about Nigeria, even though some people think she insulted the country. Badenoch reportedly described her time in Nigeria as being filled with fear and insecurity due to corruption and other issues. […]
Nigeria to Create National Policy to Combat Bullying in Schools
The Nigerian government is taking serious action against bullying in schools with plans to introduce a national policy. Dr. Tunji Alausa, the Minister of Education, announced that the policy will address the increasing number of bullying incidents in schools, many of which have caused public outrage. In an interview on December 11, 2024, after meeting […]
Blackout: Confusion over reason for latest National Grid collapse in Nigeria
On Wednesday, Nigeria experienced another power outage after the national grid collapsed, plunging the country into darkness. The cause of the collapse has sparked confusion, with different parties pointing fingers at each other. Power generation companies (GenCos) blamed the blackout on the suspension of gas supply due to a staggering debt of over N2 trillion. […]
Nigeria on right track to fighting corruption – UN
Nigeria is making progress in the fight against corruption, according to a recent statement from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). Mr. Cheikh Toure, the UNODC Country Representative, shared these positive findings during the 2024 International Anti-Corruption Day event held in Abuja. A recent national corruption survey conducted by UNODC shows that […]
Nigeria Customs Appoints Its First Female Pilot
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has achieved a historic milestone with Deputy Superintendent of Customs (Pilot) Olanike Nafisat Balogun becoming the organization’s first female pilot. Her accomplishment is not only a personal success but also a source of inspiration for women in aviation and public service. Balogun began her career with the NCS in 2002 […]
NAFDAC Enforces Ban on Alcoholic Drinks Under 200ml in Port Harcourt
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has launched a crackdown on alcoholic beverages sold in sachets and PET bottles that are smaller than 200ml. The enforcement started in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, at Rumuokoro Market, targeting distributors of these banned products. During the operation, NAFDAC officials discovered large quantities of […]