Resident Doctors’ Strike Grounds Public Hospitals Nationwide, Patients Flood Private Clinics Amid Soaring Costs

Nigeria’s fragile healthcare system has been thrown into disarray as the nationwide warning strike embarked upon by the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) enters its third day, leaving government hospitals across the country deserted and forcing desperate patients to seek refuge in costly private facilities.From Lagos to Abeokuta, Asaba to Kaduna, reports from LEADERSHIPContinueContinue reading “Resident Doctors’ Strike Grounds Public Hospitals Nationwide, Patients Flood Private Clinics Amid Soaring Costs”

FG, EU Roll Out €15m Lifeline For Nigeria’s IDPs: Governors, UN Agencies Back New Hope For Millions Displaced

The Federal Government of Nigeria, in partnership with the European Union (EU), state governors, and international humanitarian agencies, has unveiled two groundbreaking initiatives aimed at restoring dignity and rebuilding the lives of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) across the country.The programmes — EU Support for Internally Displaced Persons in Yobe, Adamawa, Benue and Kano States (SIDPIN),ContinueContinue reading “FG, EU Roll Out €15m Lifeline For Nigeria’s IDPs: Governors, UN Agencies Back New Hope For Millions Displaced”

“Jollof Pride: Minister Hails Hilda Baci’s Guinness World Record Attempt”

Nigeria’s Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has applauded celebrated chef Hilda Baci for her audacious attempt to inscribe Nigeria’s culinary heritage into the Guinness World Records.Baci, whose name resonates across kitchens and households for her passion and mastery of African cuisine, recently embarked on a bold quest to cook the world’s largestContinueContinue reading ““Jollof Pride: Minister Hails Hilda Baci’s Guinness World Record Attempt””

GEJ Sets Condition for PDP Return: “Convince Atiku First,” Says Kayode

In a revealing political analysis on Voice of the People TV, seasoned commentator Dr. Dayo Kayode dissected the tangled web of ambitions shaping Nigeria’s opposition politics, spotlighting fresh hurdles for the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) ahead of future electoral battles.Dr. Kayode reminded Nigerians of former President Goodluck Jonathan’s (GEJ) clear stance on any potential politicalContinueContinue reading “GEJ Sets Condition for PDP Return: “Convince Atiku First,” Says Kayode”

MIDNIGHT POLITICAL INTRIGUE: Atiku, Binani, Bindow, Abbo In Closed-Door Meeting Till 1:30am

In what observers describe as a high-stakes midnight strategy session, Nigeria’s political landscape witnessed fresh intrigue as former Vice President and ADC coalition leader, Atiku Abubakar, convened a closed-door meeting that stretched into the early hours of Thursday, September 11, 2025.The meeting, which former Senator Ishaku Abbo disclosed lasted until 1:30am, drew heavyweights including SenatorContinueContinue reading “MIDNIGHT POLITICAL INTRIGUE: Atiku, Binani, Bindow, Abbo In Closed-Door Meeting Till 1:30am”

Governor Abiodun Unveils 1,200 Political Assistants To Drive Grassroots Democracy In Ogun

In a bold move to deepen democratic participation and bring government closer to the people, Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has appointed 1,200 political assistants across the state’s 236 wards.The appointees, described as “change agents” and “custodians of grassroots democracy,” are tasked with amplifying civic engagement, ensuring seamless communication between the people and government,ContinueContinue reading “Governor Abiodun Unveils 1,200 Political Assistants To Drive Grassroots Democracy In Ogun”

IBB UNIVERSITY CRACKS DOWN ON ‘SIGN-OUT’ TRADITION: STUDENTS FACE SANCTIONS FOR SHIRT-SIGNING, CONVOYS, ALCOHOL, AND PARTIES

The management of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University (IBBU), Lapai, Niger State, has officially banned the popular “sign-out” celebrations for graduating students, warning that defaulters will face stiff disciplinary action.In a circular dated September 12, 2025, and signed by the Dean of Student Affairs, Professor M.S. Ewugi, the institution reminded students of an earlier directive issuedContinueContinue reading “IBB UNIVERSITY CRACKS DOWN ON ‘SIGN-OUT’ TRADITION: STUDENTS FACE SANCTIONS FOR SHIRT-SIGNING, CONVOYS, ALCOHOL, AND PARTIES”

Tragedy in Lagos: Many Feared Trapped as Three-Storey Building Collapses in Yaba — Four Pulled Out Alive

LAGOS – Panic and grief gripped residents of Alagomeji, Yaba, on Friday night after a three-storey building under construction at 333 Borno Street suddenly came crashing down, trapping several people beneath tons of rubble.The incident, which occurred around 8:30 p.m., sparked a massive rescue mission as emergency teams raced against time to save lives.According toContinueContinue reading “Tragedy in Lagos: Many Feared Trapped as Three-Storey Building Collapses in Yaba — Four Pulled Out Alive”

PRISONS FOR SALE: AGBA JALINGO EXPOSES HOW INMATES BUY DRUGS, SEX, AND FREEDOM BEHIND BARS

Journalist details rot in Nigeria’s justice system, blasts NUJ silence as police turn “private militias of the rich”Nigeria’s foremost activist-journalist, Agba Jalingo, has blown the lid off what he describes as the deep-rooted rot in the nation’s prison system, alleging that with the right amount of money, inmates can secure anything they desire – fromContinueContinue reading “PRISONS FOR SALE: AGBA JALINGO EXPOSES HOW INMATES BUY DRUGS, SEX, AND FREEDOM BEHIND BARS”

BREAKING: Resident Doctors Down Tools Nationwide, Defy FG Assurances With 5-Day Warning Strike

The National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has officially embarked on a nationwide five-day warning strike beginning Friday, September 12, 2025, despite repeated assurances from the Federal Government that the industrial action would be averted.The announcement, made via NARD’s official X handle, has thrown the nation’s already strained healthcare sector into fresh uncertainty, with patientsContinueContinue reading “BREAKING: Resident Doctors Down Tools Nationwide, Defy FG Assurances With 5-Day Warning Strike”