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Groups warn clemency threatens rule of law, emboldens criminals, and undermines justice systemAmnesty International Nigeria and the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) have come down hard on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration following the recent presidential pardons granted to individuals convicted of drug trafficking, murder, corruption, and other grave crimes.The two leading human rightsContinueContinue reading “Outrage As Amnesty International, CISLAC Slam Tinubu Over Pardons For Drug Lords, Killers, Corrupt Politicians”

In a bold move to rescue Nigeria’s troubled university system, the House of Representatives has stepped in to mediate the lingering faceoff between the Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU).The intervention followed a motion of urgent national importance sponsored by Hon. Sesi Oluwaseun Whingan, representing Badagry Federal Constituency, during Tuesday’s plenaryContinueContinue reading “Hope For Students As Reps Mediate FG–ASUU Faceoff, Push For Lasting Solution”

The Federal Government has issued a stern warning to the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) against proceeding with its planned strike, insisting that the “no work, no pay” policy will be strictly enforced should the union withdraw its services.The warning came through a statement released on Sunday by the Director of Press and PublicContinueContinue reading “TENSION IN IVORY TOWERS: FG WARNS ASUU — ‘NO WORK, NO PAY’ POLICY STILL IN FORCE AS STRIKE LOOMS”

The Presidency has debunked widespread rumours suggesting that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to replace the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, following reports of his sudden illness.In a statement released on Sunday, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, clarified thatContinueContinue reading “Presidency Breaks Silence: “Wale Edun Is Recovering, Not Replaced” — Tinubu’s Finance Minister Battles Sudden Illness Amid Reform Drive”

Ganye’s Vice Chairperson, Sirente Jelani, Ignites Youth Passion for Peace and Development Through FootballBy Our Correspondent, Ganye The historic town of Ganye, often hailed as the cradle of hospitality in Adamawa South, came alive on Sunday, October 12, 2025, as the much-anticipated Smart Charity Cup 2025 officially kicked off in a colourful and electrifying ceremony.ContinueContinue reading “SMART CHARITY CUP 2025 KICKS OFF IN GRAND STYLE!”

Lecturers vow to shut down varsities over unpaid allowances, unfulfilled agreements The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has declared a two-week nationwide warning strike, directing all its branches across the country to withdraw their services from midnight, Monday, October 13, 2025, following the expiration of its 14-day ultimatum to the Federal Government. A circularContinueContinue reading “ASUU Declares Two-Week Nationwide Warning Strike As Ultimatum To Tinubu Govt Expires”

Condemns Tinubu’s Clemency For Convicted Criminals, Says Action Threatens Justice And Moral OrderThe Yoruba socio-political organisation, Ìgbìnmó Májékóbájé Ilé-Yorùbá, has condemned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s decision to grant presidential clemency to convicted criminals, describing it as a dangerous move that undermines justice and erodes the moral foundation of Nigeria.In a statement released on Sunday andContinueContinue reading “Yoruba Union Warns: “Murderers And Drug Barons May Soon Become Leaders””

Nigeria’s national football team, the Super Eagles, has finally landed safely in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, after a terrifying midair scare forced their aircraft to make an emergency landing in Luanda, Angola, on Saturday.The team, returning from South Africa after their crucial 2–1 victory over Lesotho in the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, reportedlyContinueContinue reading “Panic in the Sky! Super Eagles Arrive Uyo Safely After Midair Scare, Emergency Landing in Angola Over Cracked Aircraft Window”

Allege bias, conflict of interest over APC ties; threaten legal action if confirmedBy Politics Nigeria A coalition of over 1,000 lawyers under the Association of Legislative Drafting and Advocacy Practitioners (ALDRAP) has called on the National Assembly to disqualify Professor Joash Amupitan from being confirmed as the next Chairman of the Independent National Electoral CommissionContinueContinue reading “Over 1,000 Lawyers Urge Senate to Disqualify Amupitan as INEC Chairman”

By Daily Trust Reporter Jos, Plateau State — When armed car thieves snatched a vehicle belonging to Professor Joash Amupitan’s wife years ago, many believed it was gone for good. But the law professor, known for his quiet determination and uncommon courage, refused to let the case go cold.Through painstaking collaboration between the Nigeria PoliceContinueContinue reading “From Jos to Mali: How Prof. Amupitan’s Grit in Recovering Wife’s Stolen Car Reflects the Man Now Leading INEC”