Protest Escalates in the Federal Capital TENSION flared in Abuja on Monday as aggrieved workers of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) reportedly chased the motorcade of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, during an ongoing protest over unresolved welfare and salary concerns. The incident occurred amid an indefinite strike embarked upon […]
Early Gains from Tax Reforms NIGERIAN workers have begun to feel the impact of the country’s newly enacted tax reforms, with many recording higher take-home pay following a reduction in Pay As You Earn (PAYE) deductions, according to the Chairman of the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee, Taiwo Oyedele. Oyedele disclosed this on […]
Governance, Order, and Community Discipline Emergency Council Session Opens 2026 THE Asagba of Asaba, His Royal Majesty, Prof. Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge, SAN, OON, on Saturday presided over an emergency meeting of the Asagba-in-Council, setting a decisive tone for governance, discipline, and development in the new year. The meeting, which commenced at […]
Party Consolidation & Unity Focus Stakeholders’ Meeting Sets the Tone THE APC Delta Mandate has applauded Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for what it described as his unifying and inclusive leadership style, crediting it as a key driver in strengthening the All Progressives Congress (APC) across the state. The group gave the commendation […]
Recurring Boat Accidents Alarm Experts NIGERIA continues to record frequent boat mishaps across its inland waterways, with the latest tragedy occurring on 3 January in Garbi town, Nguru Local Government Area of Yobe State, where a passenger canoe capsized on the Yobe River, leaving several dead and missing. Maritime analyst Mr. Chika Akabogu attributes these […]
Labour Braces for Nationwide Industrial Action NIGERIA could face a fresh wave of nationwide industrial action as the Trade Union Congress (TUC) and the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) have jointly threatened a coordinated strike if the Federal Government fails to meet the demands of health workers within 14 days. The ultimatum, […]
Council Takes Disciplinary Action THE Idjerhe Traditional Council in Delta State has suspended 16 chiefs indefinitely over allegations of misconduct, insubordination and financial impropriety, in a move aimed at restoring peace and respect for traditional authority within the kingdom. Among those affected is Chief Solomon Ojariafe, who has been derobbed as […]
Scholarship Scheme Takes Off in Asaba THE maiden edition of the Tony Ndah Foundation Scholarship Scheme for indigent WAEC students was successfully held on 24 January 2026, at Ogwa Ukwu Ahaba, Asaba, with the Asagba of Asaba, HRM Prof. Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge, in attendance. The monarch congratulated the foundation and praised its founder, Ogbueshi Tony […]
Governor Reacts to Siakpere’s Passing DELTA State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has expressed sadness over the passing of Chief David Mafuvbe Siakpere, former Principal of Government College Ughelli, who died on 18 January at 84. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the Governor described Siakpere as a distinguished […]
A Crisis That Refuses to Fade NIGERIA’S housing deficit has evolved from a policy challenge into a national emergency. Estimates placing the shortfall at over 20 million housing units—possibly rising to 28 million—underscore a crisis that has persisted across decades of shifting administrations and unfulfilled promises. Rapid urbanisation, population growth, and economic pressures have combined […]