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FG Threatens No Work, No Pay As ASUU Commence Strike
The federal government has reaffirmed its resolve to implement the “no work, no pay” policy as the nationwide strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, began yesterday. It also directed vice-chancellors of all federal universities to ensure full compliance with labour law. The directive was contained in a circular dated October 13, 2025, signed by the Minister of...
Zamfara Govt Partners NEMA Over Disaster Management
Governor Dauda Lawal has reaffirmed the Zamfara State Government’s commitment to continuing its partnership with the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA). The Governor attended the 2025 International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction and the launch of the related strategy on Monday at the NAF Conference Centre in Abuja. A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, revealed that Vice President...
Obi Dismisses Alliance Rumours With Jonathan Ahead Of 2027
The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has denied reports suggesting he is in talks with former President Goodluck Jonathan to form a political alliance ahead of the 2027 general elections. Obi’s media aide and National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement Worldwide, Dr. Yunusa Tanko, disclosed this in an interview with The PUNCH, stating that there is...
Opposition Clash Over NASS Attempt To Shift 2027 Poll
A fresh bid by the National Assembly to shift the 2027 presidential and governorship elections to November 2026 has divided opposition parties. While some described it as an attempt to extend President Bola Tinubu’s stay in office, others agreed it could strengthen Nigeria’s electoral system if properly implemented. The proposal, part of sweeping amendments to the 2022 Electoral Act, seeks to...
Fubara Swears In New SSG, Cautions Against Power Abuse
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, on Monday, swore in Benibo Anabraba as the new Secretary to the State Government, urging him to discharge his duties honourably and avoid abuse of power. Anabraba’s appointment marked the first major appointment by Funara since his reinstatement following the lifting of the six-month emergency rule declared by President Bola Tinubu on September 18. Anabraba, a...
Trump Attends Peace Pact Signing Between Thailand, Cambodia
US President Donald Trump will attend the ceremonial signing of a peace agreement between Thailand and Cambodia at an upcoming summit of Southeast Asian nations, the foreign minister of host Malaysia said on Tuesday. Tensions between Thailand and Cambodia erupted in July into the deadliest military clashes in decades, killing more than 40 people and forcing around 300,000 to flee...
Rep Member Quits PDP Citing Loss Of Direction, Internal Conflict
Instability within the Peoples Democratic Party heightened on Monday after a member of the House of Representatives, Honourable Sadiq Abdullahi, announced his resignation from the opposition party. Representing Sabon Gari Federal Constituency in Kaduna State, Abdullahi cited the party’s deepening internal conflicts and “loss of direction” as the primary reasons for his departure, following what he described as a prolonged...
Makinde Urges PDP Members To Shun Defections, Foresee Victory Ahead
The Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has urged members of the Peoples Democratic Party not to lose hope over the recent wave of defections, assuring them that the party’s current challenges are only temporary and that victory lies ahead. Makinde, who made the remark on Monday during the inauguration of the PDP National Convention Transportation Subcommittee in Abuja, noted that...
Hon. Amobi Ogah Mourns Renowned Evangelist Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai
The Member representing Isuikwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives and Chairman, House Committee on HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria Control, Hon. Amobi Godwin Ogah, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the renowned international evangelist and founder of the Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Association, Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai, who died on October 6, 2025, at the age of...
“He Leads With Grace, Not Noise” — Don Lulu Celebrates Seyi Tinubu On His Birthday
Abia-born businessman, philanthropist, and 2023 governorship aspirant, Mayor Lucky Igbokwe (Don Lulu), has congratulated Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on his birthday, describing him as a shining example of humility, leadership, and commitment to youth empowerment. In his goodwill message made available to ABN TV, Mayor Igbokwe praised Seyi Tinubu for his inspiring leadership style and quiet...
