The Odua People’s Assembly (OPA), has criticised former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, over what it described as unsubstantiated allegations against the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu. The group recalled that El-Rufai, during a recent interview with DCL Hausa, reportedly claimed that Ribadu “just picks his phone and calls any security outfit to…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC), has disowned a purported membership drive allegedly initiated by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and other coalition members. The party urged its members to remain vigilant and report any unauthorized membership registration or related activities to the appropriate authorities. In a statement issued by the party’s Director of Media and…
The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), Kano Zonal Office, says lack of economic opportunities, poor access to education and ignorance of associated risks are major drivers of human trafficking in Nigeria. The Zonal Commander, Mr Abdullahi Babale, said this on Wednesday in Kano, while presenting a paper at a two-day…
The Advocacy for Growth and Development in Sustaining Leadership Initiative has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission to urgently fix logistics lapses ahead of the Federal Capital Territory area council elections slated for February 21. The group raised the concern after monitoring the INEC mock accreditation exercise conducted on Saturday, February 7, 2026, in Bwari…
Dr Obinna Simon, a Social Democratic Party (SDP) candidate in the upcoming FCT Area Council election says FCT Minister, Mr Nyesom Wike’s, support for the candidate of All Progressives Congress (APC) will not stop his victory. Elections into the office of chairmen and councillors in the six Area Councils in the federal capital are scheduled…
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has warned of possible nationwide protests and election boycotts over what it described as confusion and contradictory positions by the Senate on amendments to the Electoral Act, particularly regarding the electronic transmission of election results. The labour union accused the Senate of undermining public confidence in Nigeria’s electoral process by…
Export-focused non-governmental organisations have hailed an upcoming book highlighting Yobe State’s economic potential, urging investors to tap into the state’s natural and commercial resources. The book, An Insight on Export Potentials and Investment Opportunities in Yobe State Vision 2030: The Indigenous Export Initiative for Economic Advancement, is written by Muhammad Alwali Kazir and is billed…
The BRAC Coastal Aborigines, representing Bayelsa, Rivers, Akwa Ibom and Cross River states, have accused IPOB DIASPORAS of elements of fuelling Religious and ethnic tension and attempting to destabilise Nigeria through inflammatory rhetoric. The group said the Ipob perception of poor leadership in the country should not be used as justification to portray Nigeria negatively…
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) say they will stage a peaceful solidarity rally on Feb. 3 in support of the Joint Union Action Committee (JUAC). The unions announced this in a joint statement signed by Mr Benson Upah, General Secretary of the NLC, and Mr Nuhu Toro, Secretary General…
Whisky Mistress, an Abuja-based hospitality and nightlife brand, has commenced a structured recruitment exercise aimed at addressing unemployment, particularly among young Nigerians. The initiative, according to a statement signed by the Chief Executive Officer and Founder, Adenike Isi Adeeko, is part of the organisation’s broader commitment to economic inclusion, skills development and job creation within…
