Thousands of determined protesters have overrun Abuja's Federal Secretariat Complex, defying security forces as they rally against economic hardships and rising tensions.
Nigerian rights group CERON warns the government of a looming labor strike that could worsen the nation's economic hardship. The group urges renewed negotiations between the government and labor unions to reach a compromise on a new minimum wage. With Nigerians already struggling, a strike would further erode purchasing power and potentially lead to social unrest.
GYSAPEO advocates for increased agricultural investment by the Nigerian government to counteract food price hikes, aiming to support 10 million youths.
Lagos has deployed 1,710 public toilets and is now directing filling stations, banks and eateries to open their restrooms to the public to end open defecation.
JAMB has released 2026 UTME results for 632,788 candidates who sat Thursday's exam, warning against score manipulation as arrests are already underway.