JOHESU Maintains Strike Despite ‘No Work, No Pay’ Order
The Joint Health Sector Unions and Assembly of Health Care Professionals (JOHESU) has insisted that its ongoing indefinite national strike will continue, despite the Federal Government’s decision to enforce the “no work, no pay” policy against its members. The union made its position known in a memo signed by its
Kwankwaso Denies Backing Kano Governor’s Alleged Defection
The national leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, has firmly denied reports claiming that he has endorsed the rumoured defection of Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Speculation over Governor Yusuf’s possible switch from the NNPP to the ruling
Ned Nwoko Linked to Arrest of Regina Daniels’ Friend
Nigerian billionaire and politician, Senator Ned Nwoko, has reportedly been linked to the arrest of Ann, a close friend of his estranged wife, actress Regina Daniels, following a police operation in Lagos State on Monday. Ann was arrested by officers of the Nigeria Police Force from the Ajah Division, sparking
Mbah Defends South East Shift to APC, Endorses Tinubu
Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, has defended the growing political realignment of the South East toward the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing the movement as a pragmatic decision driven by the region’s development interests and alignment with the Federal Government. Mbah also justified the endorsement of President Bola Ahmed
One-Party Dominance Not A Threat As APC Now United, Agbakahi Says
A chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), George Agbakahi, has dismissed concerns over Nigeria sliding into a one-party system, insisting that a one-party dominant structure is not necessarily harmful to democracy. Agbakahi made the remarks on Monday while speaking as a guest on Arise Television, where he attributed
Police Invite Danagogo Over Alleged Plot Against Wike
The Rivers State Police Command has invited a former Secretary to the State Government, Tammy Danagogo, for questioning over an alleged plot to assassinate the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, police sources confirmed on Monday. Danagogo’s invitation follows the emergence of a leaked phone conversation reportedly
Real Madrid Sack Xabi Alonso After SuperCopa Final Defeat
Real Madrid have parted ways with head coach Xabi Alonso following their 3-2 defeat to rivals Barcelona in the SuperCopa final, the club announced on Sunday, less than 24 hours after the loss. In an official statement, the LaLiga giants confirmed that the decision was reached by mutual agreement, bringing
Diaz Tops AFCON Scorers Chart
Morocco’s Brahim Díaz has emerged as the leading goal scorer at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), topping the chart with five goals as the tournament enters its decisive semi-final stage. Díaz moved clear at the summit of the scorers’ table following the conclusion of the quarter-final matches, placing
Controversy Over US Airstrikes in Nigeria
Controversy has erupted following reports of recent United States airstrikes targeting suspected extremist hideouts in parts of northern Nigeria, with local residents, security analysts, and civil society groups raising questions over the operation’s accuracy and impact. According to multiple sources, the airstrikes were carried out against locations believed to be
Boat Capsizes in Yobe State, Leaving Dozens Dead and Missing
At least 25 people have been confirmed dead following a tragic boat accident in Yobe State, while several others remain missing as rescue operations continue, local authorities said on Thursday. The incident occurred when a passenger boat capsized while navigating a river in a rural part of the state. Witnesses