Olumide Akpata: ‘I Am Not Sponsored by Obaseki or APC—My Campaign Is Self-Funded’
Labour Party’s governorship candidate in Edo State, Olumide Akpata, has firmly denied rumors that he is being sponsored by Governor Godwin Obaseki or the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking on Channels Television’s *Politics Today,* Akpata clarified that his campaign is self-funded, with support from friends and Edo State residents who believe in his vision […]
Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal: ‘₦6.6bn Road Projects Show Our Commitment to Connectivity and Economic Growth’
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State highlighted his administration’s dedication to improving transportation infrastructure during the launch of a ₦6.6 billion road construction project. The project, which covers 11.65 kilometers and connects the towns of Rawayya, Furfuri, and Kurya-Madaro in Bungudu and Kaura-Namoda local government areas, aims to close infrastructure gaps and boost local economies. […]
Why NLC Threatened A Nationwide Strike
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) on the 20th of August was gearing up for a nationwide strike starting at midnight. This came after the NLC President, Joe Ajaero, was summoned by the police over allegations of terrorism financing and treasonable felony. In a statement was issued after an emergency meeting in Abuja, the NLC directed […]
31.8 Million Nigerians Face Severe Food Insecurity Amid Rising Prices: ‘A Dire Situation’
Over 31.8 million Nigerians are currently suffering from acute food insecurity, compounded by malnutrition among women and children, according to the 2024 Cadre Harmonise report. This alarming increase, from 18.6 million in late 2023, is largely attributed to the surge in food prices following the removal of fuel subsidies and ongoing security challenges. Julie Osagie-Jacobs, […]
ICYMI: Governor Abba Yusuf Seeks ₦99.2bn Supplementary Budget: ‘Critical for State’s Development’
Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has submitted a request to the State House of Assembly for a ₦99.2 billion supplementary budget for the 2024 fiscal year. During a plenary session led by Speaker Ismail Falgore, Governor Yusuf emphasized the urgency of this budget to address critical needs such as paying the new minimum wage […]
Getting to Know the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN)
Hey there, Nigerian Youth! Let’s dive into the story of an incredible organisation at the forefront of empowering young Nigerians. The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) is a recognised body and the mouthpiece of the Nigerian youth. NYCN was established in 1964 and given legal recognition in 1990. The council is responsible for policy […]
EDO 2024: INEC: ‘No PVC Collection by Proxy’ as Distribution Moves to LGA Offices
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that it will not release Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) to third parties. Sam Olumekun, INEC’s National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, emphasized that PVCs must be collected in person by the registered voters. INEC reported the successful distribution of 125,928 PVCs, representing […]
Labour Party Warns Governor Otti: ‘Focus on Governance, Stop Meddling in Party Affairs’
The Labour Party (LP) crisis intensified on Tuesday as the party’s National Chairman, Julius Abure, warned Abia State Governor Alex Otti to focus on governance rather than interfering in party administration. Abure issued the warning during a press conference in Abuja. The tension arose from Otti’s recent proposal to convene a National Executive Meeting on […]
Why Some Nigerian Governors Refuse to Pay the ₦70,000 Minimum Wage
The ₦70,000 minimum wage! President Tinubu recently approved this wage hike, but some state governors are still refusing to pay. What’s the story behind this, and can they really do that? Let’s break it down. How Did We Get Here? The NLC Protest The new minimum wage didn’t just happen out of thin air. Earlier […]
Tinubu’s U-Turn: Why Fuel Subsidy Is Back
The Rollercoaster of Nigeria’s Fuel Subsidy Let’s talk fuel subsidy – a topic that has been making waves in Nigeria. When President Bola Tinubu took office, one of his first big moves was removing the fuel subsidy, a decision that sent shockwaves across the nation. The goal? To save money and channel funds into other […]