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Yesterday was October 20, the fifth anniversary of the Lekki Toll Gate Massacre, aftermath of the #EndSARS youth protest in Lagos. Scores of young persons were reportedly killed, maimed, made to inhale tear gas, or jump into the Lagoon and till date there has been no full closure on that event, despite attempts by the … Continue reading “Sowore And The Nnamdi Kanu Protest – by Reuben Abati “
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has suspended the two-week warning strike it began on October 13, 2025. The strike, which was set to expire next Monday, was suspended following renewed commitments from the Federal Government and the National Assembly to address the union’s demands. ASUU President, Professor Chris Piwuna, made the announcement … Continue reading “ASUU Suspends Warning Strike, Gives FG One Month To Address Demands”
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The African Organisation for Standardisation (ARSO) has announced the 13th edition of its Continental Essay Competition, inviting young Africans to share their ideas on how harmonised standards can reduce trade barriers and strengthen fair trade across the continent and beyond. This annual competition encourages students to think critically about Africa’s economic future, sustainable development, and … Continue reading “ARSO Continental Essay Competition 2025/2026 for African Organisation for Standardization( Prize $2,300)”
At Lafiya, we’re on a mission to make contraception accessible to anyone who needs it and wants it – no matter where they live. Through our network of dedicated female health professionals – our Lafiya Sisters – we provide information and deliver contraception directly to communities that need it most. Our approach is cost-effective, community-based, … Continue reading “Growth Officer at Lafiya Nigeria – 2 Openings”
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has dispelled rumours of a political rift between him and his mentor, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, insisting that their relationship remains strong and unwavering. Speaking on Tuesday in Madobi during an event commemorating the 69th birthday of the former governor and national leader of the New Nigeria People’s … Continue reading “Gov Yusuf Denies Rift With Kwankwaso, Reaffirms Loyalty To ‘Kwankwasiyya’ Ideals”
A section of the Alaba International Market in Lagos was engulfed by fire on Tuesday evening. Videos obtained by Channels Television showed several plazas near the Ojo Local Government Secretariat in Ojo town engulfed in flames. Footage also showed officials from the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service working to contain the blaze. READ … Continue reading “Fire Guts Section Of Alaba Market In Lagos”
The detained leader of the outlawed Indigenous Peoples of Biafra (IPOB), made a dramatic turn on Tuesday by agreeing to enter his own defence. This development comes hours after Omoyele Sowore, the African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, led protests in parts of Abuja demanding Kanu’s release. The detained … Continue reading “Nnamdi Kanu Enters Defence, Lists Wike, Umahi, Buratai, Others As Witnesses”
The spouse of Japan’s first woman Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi hopes to support her by being a “stealth husband”, cooking meals but staying out of the spotlight. “Unlike in the West, it is better for a partner to stay out of the spotlight,” Fukui Television quoted Taku Yamamoto, 73, as saying on Tuesday after Takaichi … Continue reading “‘Stealth Husband’ Of Japan’s New PM Vows Quiet Support”
Dr. Akin Fapohunda, Director of Research for the Afenifere Group, has strongly criticised the Federal Government’s ongoing constitutional amendment process, describing it as “cosmetic,” “unrealistic,” and “a waste of national energy.” Speaking on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Wednesday, Dr. Fapohunda said the government’s move to amend the constitution in about 74 places … Continue reading “FG’s Plan To Amend Constitution Is Cosmetic, Bound To Fail — Afenifere”
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday he had held a conversation with Donald Trump, with the US president saying the pair had discussed trade as the countries negotiate a deal that could mend strained ties. Relations plummeted in August when Trump raised tariffs on Indian exports to the United States to 50 percent … Continue reading “Modi, Trump Talk Trade As India, US Seek To Repair Ties”