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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...

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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Nigeria’s GDP Grows 4.23% in Q2, Surpassing Forecasts

Nigeria’s GDP grows by 4.23% in Q2 2023, exceeding expectations, with agriculture and services leading the charge.

WTO’s Okonjo-Iweala Says Nigeria Can Lead Africa’s Trade Era

WTO chief Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala says Nigeria can lead Africa’s trade if it cuts logistics costs, boosts payments and invests in value addition.

Miners Clash in Kebbi, Government Imposes Curfew

Clashes between rival miners in Kebbi lead to fatalities, prompting a curfew as the government struggles to contain rising violence over gold deposits.

Bulk Fuel Buyers Shift To Dangote Direct Supply

Dangote refinery’s free delivery scheme disrupts contracts, lowers petrol prices, and shifts fuel distribution power away from transport owners

Bandit Leader Warns Security Crackdown Will Worsen Katsina Crisis

Bandit leader warns Katsina crisis will worsen if security raids continue; nine LGAs sign fragile peace pacts.

Maggi’s Grip on Taste Sparks Debate on Power

Stephanie Shaakaa draws parallels between Maggi’s dominance and governance in Nigeria, highlighting women empowerment as a tool for change.

Lagos Ride-Hailing Platform Expands With 100 Electric Vehicles

LagRide expands with 100 EVs, boosting Lagos transport expansion and offering commuters cleaner rides while supporting the city’s green mobility goals

How Fake Drugs Online Leave Nigerians Blind, Sick, and Dying

Fake drugs on social media fuel blindness, kidney failure, and deaths in Nigeria as experts urge urgent crackdown on online sales.

Nigerian Man Charged in $235,000 U.S. University Fraud

A Nigerian man indicted in university fraud faces extradition after U.S. prosecutors allege he stole $235,000 through email compromise

Fubara’s Absence at Rivers Assembly Sparks Speculation, Concern

Governor Siminalayi Fubara failed to appear as Rivers Assembly resumed, leaving supporters disappointed and fueling speculation about his absence.

Buhari Loyalists Back Atiku in 2027, Challenge APC

Buhari’s men back Atiku in 2027, attacking Tinubu’s APC and exposing northern cracks that could reshape Nigeria’s political future.

Abia Community Divided Over Ban On Native Doctors

Abia faces rising tension after the government banned the native doctors’ new yam festival, sparking disputes between cultural leaders and authorities.

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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...

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 ...

Kwankwaso Rejects Claims He Backed Gov Yusuf Defection to APC

KEY POINTS Kwankwaso denies backing any plan by Governor Abba Yusuf to leave NNPP ...

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.