NLC draws battle line with FG, gives 14-day ultimatum on petrol, wages
The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, has given the Federal Government a two-week ultimatum to take urgent measures to reduce the price of petrol and commence the renegotiation of the national minimum wage, warning that failure to meet its demands could trigger further action by the labour movement.
2027: Ondo APC crisis deepens over SDP rally
Women leader faces possible suspension over NWC-backed candidates By Dayo Johnson, Akure AKURE — The crisis rocking the Ondo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has deepened following allegations that some political appointees of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa attended a campaign rally organised by a Social Democratic Party, SDP, candidate for Idanre/Ifedore Federal Constituency. […]
Lagos fire incidents claim 65 lives, destroy N13.2bn property
By Evelyn Usman LAGOS — No fewer than 65 persons were feared dead in fire and other emergency incidents across Lagos State between January and September 2026, while property estimated at N13.24 billion was lost, the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service has said. The agency disclosed this in its Third Quarter Activity Report, which […]
Kano police arrest 47 suspects, recover drugs, weapons
By Hadiza Yusuf KANO — The Kano State Police Command has arrested 47 suspects for alleged thuggery, drug peddling, phone snatching and other related offences during operations conducted across the state between October 1 and 7, 2026. The Command also said it recovered quantities of suspected illicit drugs, dangerous weapons and three Android mobile phones […]
Bet9ja Foundation Empowers 350+ Young Nigerians at Third Edition of GEES to Earn, Build and Grow
Now in its third edition, GEES has continued to evolve with the changing realities facing young Nigerians. The inaugural edition in 2024 focused on employability and entrepreneurial success, while the second edition in 2025 explored the digital economy and preparing young people for the digital workspace. GEES 3.0 builds on that journey by taking the conversation […]
Senegal, Morocco to know AFCON verdict within days — CAS
By Adegboyega Adeleye Senegal and Morocco have been told to expect a decision by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) on their controversial Africa Cup of Nations title dispute within days. According to ESPN, CAS Director General Matthieu Reeb said the three-member panel hearing Senegal’s appeal aims to issue its decision “a few days […]
