May Day: Labour rejects growth claims, says economy favors 1% as millions suffer
In a sweeping, fiery, and deeply critical address that touched virtually every sector of national life, Nigeria’s organised labour on Thursday declared that the country is drifting toward a dangerous tipping point, warning of a collapsing social contract, a failing economy, and a worsening security crisis that could force workers off their jobs nationwide.
Turkish police fire tear gas, arrest dozens at May Day rallies
Turkish police on Friday fired tear gas and arrested dozens of people holding May Day demonstrations in Istanbul, as thousands rallied nationwide.
Atiku knocks Tinubu government over workers’ plight
Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has criticised the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over what he described as worsening hardship for Nigerian workers, accusing the government of betraying the promise of “Renewed Hope” and deepening economic suffering.
2027: EFCC urged on due diligence to sanitise political space
By Progress Godfrey An International Public Relations expert and media executive, Ogbuefi Nicholas Enubuzor, has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to carry out due diligence to sanitise the political space in Delta ahead of the 2027 elections. Enubuzor made the call in a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja, noting that […]
Oluremi Tinubu hails Nigerian workers, describes them as backbone of national progress
ABUJA – The First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Oluremi Tinubu, has felicitated Nigerian workers on the occasion of the 2026 Workers’ Day, describing them as the backbone of the nation’s growth and development. In a goodwill message issued on Friday, May 1, 2026, the First Lady extended warm greetings and deep appreciation […]
Hope Restored: Eze urges Igboeze North/Udenu federal constituents to remain faithful to ADC
The Igboeze North/Udenu House of Representatives Aspirant under the banner of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Chief Chimaobi Benjamin Sunday Eze, has lauded the Supreme Court’s decision on the leadership dispute in the party.
Voter apathy in Nigeria rising geometrically, says Chidoka
Former Minister of Aviation, Osita Chidoka, has raised concern over what he described as a steadily worsening voter apathy in Nigeria, warning that the trend reflects a troubling political culture.
May Day Showdown: Eswatini bans rally, labour union heads to court
A tense standoff has emerged in Eswatini after authorities banned a planned May Day celebration organised by the Trade Union Congress of Swaziland (TUCOSWA), prompting legal action and renewed criticism from labour leaders.
Effurun Shooting: Era of impunity in Police Force over — IGP
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has declared that the era of impunity within the Nigeria Police Force is over, vowing that officers involved in unprofessional conduct will no longer be protected from justice following the recent shooting incident in Effurun, Delta State.
Ekiti Church Attack: Gbenga Hashim condemns killing of pastor, abduction of worshippers
Former presidential candidate and energy entrepreneur, Dr. Gbenga Hashim, has condemned the attack on worshippers at Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) No. 2, Eda Oniyo, in Ilejemeje Local Government Area of Ekiti State, describing it as “shocking and deeply disturbing.” Armed men, reportedly about seven in number, stormed a revival programme around 7:30 p.m., opened fire […]
UK-based Nigerian funds 43 surgeries, clears bills of indigent mothers in Ogun
By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta A United Kingdom-based Nigerian entrepreneur and healthcare professional, Toba Ogunremi, has funded no fewer than 43 emergency surgeries and settled hospital bills for indigent pregnant women and new mothers in Ogun State, in a sustained intervention aimed at reducing maternal mortality. The initiative, which has so far benefited over 43 women […]
