As the world marks International Firefighters’ Day, the Chief Fire Officer of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Amodu Shakiru, has called for greater recognition and appreciation of firefighters in Nigeria, describing them as “unsung heroes” who risk their lives daily to protect lives and property.

By Ozioruva Aliu ABUJA — Newly elected President of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Prof. Afekhide Ernest Omoti, has pledged to prioritise doctors’ welfare, strengthen professional unity, and push for reforms in Nigeria’s healthcare system following his emergence as leader of the association. In his acceptance speech after the NMA’s 2026 election, Omoti expressed gratitude […]

Right of Reply –  By FELIX AYANRUOH  The Former Deputy President of the Senate and Former Delta State APC gubernatorial candidate, Ovie Omo-Agege’s recent statement of healing and reconciliation is a smoke screen to distract the Urhobos, Deltans and Nigerians of his deceptive, self-aggrandizing, and wicked plans to once again cause division in our polity and the Urhobo […]

FORMER governor of Jigawa State and  a chieftain of  Peoples Democratic Party,  PDP, has urged members and those who left to forgive one another as brothers and sisters, and sheathe their sword, saying the All Progressives Congress,  APC, and African Democratic Congress, ADC,  were full of PDP members.

Colourfully dressed. Waving flags. Singing. Wriggling waists. Exchanging banters. Backslapping. Workers danced at various venues on Friday, commemorating the 2026 May Day. Their smiling faces camouflaged their pains.  But their banners and placards revealed their inner thoughts. Their collective speeches tell stories of hunger, government failures, demands, ultimatum and a determination to go beyond the march past; […]

Ahead of new minimum wage negotiations, Organised Labour has hinted at a major shift toward systems that reflect economic realities, rather than fixed figures.

By Yushau A. Shuaib After watching a viral video by activist lawyer, Barrister A. A. Askira, on the alleged conversion of a public health facility into a private estate in Wuye District, Abuja, I felt compelled to write this open memo to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike—arguably one of the most […]

A 60-year-old building materials trader (name withheld) has been abducted by armed men in the Monatan area of Ibadan, Oyo State, as police intensify efforts to secure his release.

The Police Service Commission, PSC, has ratified the dismissal of Assistant Superintendent of Police, ASP, Nuhu Usman and four other officers over their alleged involvement in the killing of Mr. Mene Ogidi, 28, in Effurun, Delta State, on April 26, 2026.

By Yinka Kolawole The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has called for urgent reforms to address persistent constraints in Nigeria’s manufacturing sector, warning that weak fiscal management, poor budget execution, and structural bottlenecks continue to undermine economic growth. President of LCCI, Engr. Leye Kupoluyi, who spoke in Lagos during the Chamber’s quarterly media […]

The Minister of Women Affairs, Iman Suleiman, on Tuesday declared that the 2026 Women Mega Empowerment and Rally represents a decisive “movement from participation to power,” as Nigerian women mobilise under a unified national platform. Speaking at a world press briefing in Abuja, Suleiman said the initiative, themed “The Power of 10 Million: One Voice, […]

A United States of America (USA) based Imo State indigene, Canon Ifeanyi Obiechefu has commended Nigerian workers for their sacrifices, perseverance and dedication to the economic development of the country.

A gubernatorial aspirant in Lagos State, Dr Samuel Ajose, has declared support for President Bola Tinubu’s second term bid, calling on party stakeholders to embrace internal democracy and unity ahead of the 2027 general elections. Adesina made the declaration on Sunday at the SMA Movement General Assembly held at Grandeur Event Centre, Oregun, Lagos, where […]

National Association of Nigerian Students, Joint Campus Committee, Ogun State, has acknowledged Ogun State government for its role in fostering an enabling environment for youth participation, even as it pledged to confront injustices and reposition student representation across the state. The newly elected chairman, Olabode Faruq, however, lamented the attack on Adeyemi Azeez, condemning what […]

By Ebunoluwa Sessou A member representing Oshodi/Isolo constituency 1 in the Lagos State House of Assembly, Stephen Ogundipe has dismissed speculations that he has withdrawn from the 2027 legislative race, insisting that he remains firmly in contention for the party’s ticket. In a press statement issued on Monday, Ogundipe described the rumours as “unfounded” and […]