Striking resident doctors in Nigeria say they will not return to work until the government meets all their demands, rejecting what they describe as “token gestures” towards resolving the crisis. The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD), which represents thousands of trainee and junior doctors nationwide, began an indefinite strike on 1 November after a…
The 9th edition of the Africa Women Conference (AWC) will be held from 19th to 21st November 2025 in Accra, Ghana, bringing together influential women leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and advocates from across the continent. AWC Convener, Dr. Jumai Ahmadu, disclosed this to journalists in Abuja, noting that this year’s event will be co-hosted by Dr….
The International Press Centre (IPC) has urged the Nigerian media to play a transformative role in rebuilding citizens’ trust in the country’s electoral process, describing journalists as central to strengthening democracy and accountability. The appeal was made by Mrs Stella Nwofia, IPC’s Programme Manager, during the public presentation of the Report on Electoral Trust and…
By Ayuba Tambaya In the restless arena of global politics, where power, faith, and fear constantly collide, President Donald Trump’s latest comments on Nigeria have sent shockwaves through both Washington and Abuja. Speaking at a faith summit in Washington in October, Trump, now back in the White House after returning to office in January 2025,…
Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said Monday she has requested to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un to resolve the long-standing issue of Japanese nationals abducted by Pyongyang decades ago. After years of denial, North Korea admitted in 2002 that its agents had kidnapped 13 Japanese nationals in the 1970s and 1980s, who…
The House of Representatives Ad hoc Committee investigating alleged increase in drug trafficking and alcohol abuse has pledged to unearth perpetrators for prosecution to ensure the safety and protection of society. In a statement on Sunday, the chairman of the committee, Timeyin Adelegbe (APC-Ondo), said that he would not allow Nigeria to become a…
The Kano government has approved over ₦8.2 billion for the execution of some key projects in the education and water supply sectors. This was announced in a statement on Monday. It said the projects, approved by the 33rd Executive Council meeting chaired by Governor Abba Yusuf, aimed to boost infrastructure, enhance learning standards, and…
By Nahum Sule, Jalingo A retired military intelligence officer, politician, and philanthropist, Hon. Nahum Tsokwa, has called for lasting peace between the Jukun and Tiv communities in Rafin-Kada, Wukari Local Government Area of Taraba State, urging residents to embrace unity and cooperation for the growth of the area. Speaking during a community peace and unity…
In a sustained effort to rid Kogi State of criminal activities, troops of 12 Brigade Nigerian Army deployed at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Oguma have successfully rescued two kidnapped victims and recovered the ransom money meant for their release. The operation which led to the rescue of the victims took place on 2 November…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has charged the new INEC chairman, Joash Amupitan, on electoral integrity in the forthcoming gubernatorial election in Anambra State, saying the ruling All Progressives Congress should not be allowed to manipulate processes. In a statement on Sunday, Mr Abubakar described the election as an opportunity to discontinue the era of…
