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FG, ASUU Sign New Deal, End 16-Year Stalemate With 40% Pay Rise for Lecturers

KEY POINTS Federal Government and ASUU conclude renegotiation of the 2009 pact after 16 years Academic staff to receive a 40% salary review effective January 2026 New allowances and funding commitments target stability and reduced strikes The Federal Government of Nigeria and the Academic Staff...
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Impeachment Push Against Governor Fubara Loses Steam as Two More Lawmakers Pull Out

KEY POINTS Two additional Rivers lawmakers step back from impeachment move against Governor Fubara Total withdrawals rise to four, weakening momentum within the Assembly Lawmakers cite peace, stability and stakeholder intervention as reasons The impeachment effort against Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy,...

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Temi Ajibade Explains Why She Dropped Otedola Name

Temi Ajibade reveals why she dropped Otedola surname, stressing independence, identity, and the drive to build her own lasting legacy.
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Fubara Sacks Commissioners After Supreme Court Ruling

Fubara sacks all Rivers State commissioners after a Supreme Court ruling, pledging renewed vigour and preparing to rebuild his cabinet
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One Doctor Now Treats 9,083 Nigerians, Resident Doctors Warn

Nigeria faces a deep health crisis as one doctor now attends to 9,083 people. Resident doctors demand reforms to protect both doctors and patients.
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Union Leaders Warn Nigeria’s Policies Deepen Worker Hardship

Labour unions at PERESSA’s delegates conference reject anti-poor policies, fuel tax plans, and wage erosion, warning against attacks on workers’ rights.
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Nigeria to Tax Remote Workers, Influencers in 2026

Nigeria will tax income from remote workers, influencers, and imports starting January 2026 under sweeping new reforms, according to the presidential tax committee
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Sterling Bank Scraps Account Maintenance Fees Across Nigeria

Sterling Bank abolishes account maintenance fees, strengthening its push for transparency and financial freedom in Nigeria’s banking industry.
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Nigeria at 65: Minister Says Tinubu’s Reforms Building Strong Foundations

Tinubu’s reforms laying solid foundations, says Betta Edu, urging patience as Nigeria at 65 endures hardship but prepares for long-term growth.
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Atiku Says Protocol Issues Prevented Him From Attending Olubadan Coronation

Atiku says protocol kept him from Olubadan coronation, stressing respect for tradition as Tinubu and Yoruba monarchs gathered in Ibadan.
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Bad Leadership Keeps Nigeria Trapped in Cycle of Underdevelopment

Nigeria remains stuck in poverty and underdevelopment as bad leadership continues to cripple institutions, block progress, and waste vast resources.
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Dangote, Unions Clash Over Workers’ Rights and Union Dues

Dangote Refinery and major unions clash over workers’ rights, union dues, and welfare as both sides trade accusations of greed and intimidation.
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Arise TV Anchor Somtochukwu Maduagwu Killed in Abuja Robbery

Arise TV anchor killed in Abuja robbery, sparking outrage as Nigerians question security failures in the capital
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Nigeria Power Supply Falls Below 4,000MW Amid Dangote Dispute

Nigeria’s power supply drops below 4,000MW amid Dangote-PENGASSAN clash, deepening outages and raising fears of broader economic consequences.
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FG, ASUU Sign New Deal, End 16-Year Stalemate With 40% Pay Rise for Lecturers

KEY POINTS Federal Government and ASUU conclude renegotiation of the 2009 pact after 16...
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Impeachment Push Against Governor Fubara Loses Steam as Two More Lawmakers Pull Out

KEY POINTS Two additional Rivers lawmakers step back from impeachment move against Governor Fubara ...
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Kwankwaso Rejects Claims He Backed Gov Yusuf Defection to APC

KEY POINTS Kwankwaso denies backing any plan by Governor Abba Yusuf to leave NNPP ...
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NADECO USA Urges Emergency Rule in Northern Nigeria

NADECO USA has urged President Tinubu to declare a state of emergency in northern Nigeria, citing insecurity and risks to credible elections in 2027.

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