The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has rejected assertions by the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment that the government has met the union’s demands, insisting that its nationwide strike remains firmly in force.In a statement issued late Monday, NARD described the Ministry’s claims as “misleading and premature,” stressing that none of the core…
In a urgent bid to shore up the nation's defenses against a relentless wave of violence, the Nigerian Senate on Tuesday implored President Bola Tinubu to greenlight the recruitment of 100,000 fresh personnel into the armed forces. The resolution, adopted unanimously during a heated plenary session, comes on the heels of a deadly attack on…
In a striking fusion of global pop culture and high-stakes diplomacy, American rapper Nicki Minaj is set to step into the hallowed halls of the United Nations on Tuesday, lending her commanding voice to a critical discussion on the reported jihadist attacks targeting Christians in Nigeria. The event, convened amid heightened international scrutiny of religious…
Makurdi, Nigeria — The Governor of Benue State and Visitor to Father Adasu University, Makurdi, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, has approved the appointment of Professor Emmanuel Ayangarumun Kenen as the Acting Vice Chancellor of the institution.
The appointment, which took effect immediately, was officially announced on Monday, November 3, 2025, following recommendations from the…
Abuja, Nigeria — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally requested the National Assembly’s approval to secure an additional ₦1.15 trillion domestic loan to finance part of the deficit in the 2025 national budget, as Nigeria continues to grapple with widening fiscal gaps amid ambitious public expenditure plans.
The President’s request was contained in an official…
Abuja, November 4, 2025 — The House of Representatives witnessed a dramatic and chaotic session earlier today as lawmakers clashed over a motion concerning alleged illegal land allocations at the Lagos International Trade Fair Complex.
The motion, moved by Hon. Ademorin Kuye of Somolu Federal Constituency, Lagos State, sought an investigation into the alleged irregular…
The appointment, which took effect recently, was approved by the Executive Governor of Benue State as part of ongoing reforms aimed at strengthening the education sector and restoring standards across schools in the state.
Dr. Terna Francis, a respected academic and education administrator, brings to the role a wealth of experience spanning teaching, policy implementation,…
In a bold and unprecedented escalation of international pressure on Nigeria's ongoing security challenges, United States President Donald Trump has issued a direct ultimatum to the Federal Government, threatening potential military intervention if the killings of Christians—particularly in vulnerable regions like Benue State—do not cease immediately. Speaking on the heels of reports detailing escalating violence…
