The Coalition of Federal Pensioners of Nigeria warned it will hold a nationwide protest on November 24 if the government fails to release unpaid pension arrears. National Chairman Mukaila Ogunbote made this announcement during a press conference in Lagos on Tuesday. Arrears Details and Planned Protest Ogunbote, also chairman of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners…
The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru, assured that the Federal Government will protect every soldier carrying out lawful duties. He spoke on Wednesday during a ministerial press briefing in Abuja, part of preparations for the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Celebration and Remembrance Day. Minister Responds to Wike–Navy Officer Clash Badaru addressed Tuesday’s clash between FCT…
The Nigerian Senate has approved President Bola Tinubu’s ₦1.15 trillion loan request from the domestic debt market to fund the 2025 budget. The Tinubu loan aims to cover the current budget deficit and ensure continuous implementation of critical national projects. The approval followed the adoption of a report by Senator Manu Haruna (APC–Taraba), Vice Chairman…
A Federal High Court in Osogbo has convicted Musa Raji Mohammed of a drug trafficking offence. He was arrested with illegal cannabis. The case underlines the sustained fight against drug crimes across Nigeria. Evidence and Trial Prosecutor Olufemi Ijimakin presents strong evidence for the government. The team calls three witnesses to testify. They submit ten…
Powerful solar storms force Blue Origin to delay the launch of its New Glenn rocket, despite the beautiful auroras these storms cause, NASA officials wait for safer conditions. The ESCAPADE Mission Overview NASA is designing the ESCAPADE mission to study Mars’ magnetosphere. Two small orbiters will gather data about the solar wind’s interaction with the…
Toyota makes a major announcement as much as $10 billion will be committed to its US operations over the next five years to further solidify local manufacturing and contribute to economic growth. Opening a New Battery PlantToyota opens a $14 billion battery plant in Liberty, North Carolina. This facility starts production and focuses on electric…
Campaign Accountability files a formal bar complaint against Lindsey Halligan, this watchdog group accuses her of misconduct in high-profile cases. They particularly target prosecutions against James Comey and Letitia James. They then call on bar associations to investigate her actions. Halligan is the interim U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of New York, appointed recently…
The Federal Government of Nigeria abolishes the policy, which makes indigenous languages compulsory for teaching in early primary education. Education Minister Tunji Alausa made the declaration in Abuja, the capital. He said that English is now the only medium of instruction from the beginning. This decision overturns a 1977 policy that previously had schools teach…
Nigerian media consultant Uzo d’imma challenges editors of various publications across the country to take up their pens and get to work. According to him, journalists shape public opinion and drive electoral outcomes. Therefore their role proves vital in the lead up to the 2027 general elections. Uzo d’Imma delivered this at a recent media…
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer urges the BBC to fix its mistakes quickly. He says that a strong and independent broadcaster is very important, however he stresses the need for high standards in journalism. The Lawsuit Threat Emerges President Donald Trump has threatened to sue the BBC for $1 billion. His lawyers say that the…
