Hope For Students As Reps Mediate FG–ASUU Faceoff, Push For Lasting Solution

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 plenaryContinue reading "Hope For Students As Reps Mediate FG–ASUU Faceoff, Push For Lasting Solution"

Tinubu Seeks Senate Confirmation of Prof. Joash Amupitan as Authentic INEC Chairman

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has forwarded the name of Professor Joash Amupitan (SAN) to the Senate for confirmation as the substantive Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).The President’s request was contained in a letter read by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during Tuesday’s plenary session. Tinubu urged lawmakers to give the nomination “expeditious considerationContinue reading "Tinubu Seeks Senate Confirmation of Prof. Joash Amupitan as Authentic INEC Chairman"

PDP CRISIS DEEPENS: SENATOR KAILA DAHUWA DEFECTS TO APC, LEAVES PARTY REELING WITH ONLY 27 SENATORS

The opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) suffered yet another major setback on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, as Senator Kaila Dahuwa Samaila representing Bauchi North announced his defection to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).In a letter addressed to the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, and read during plenary, Senator Kaila blamed his defection onContinue reading "PDP CRISIS DEEPENS: SENATOR KAILA DAHUWA DEFECTS TO APC, LEAVES PARTY REELING WITH ONLY 27 SENATORS"

Cameroon’s Opposition Candidate Tchiroma Declares Victory, Urges Biya To Accept “Truth Of The Ballot Box”

Cameroon’s political atmosphere has turned tense as opposition candidate Issa Tchiroma Bakary on Tuesday declared himself winner of the country’s presidential election, challenging the 43-year rule of President Paul Biya, Africa’s oldest serving head of state.Tchiroma, who served under Biya for two decades before joining the opposition, made the announcement on his official Facebook page,Continue reading "Cameroon’s Opposition Candidate Tchiroma Declares Victory, Urges Biya To Accept “Truth Of The Ballot Box”"

MADAGASCAR IN TURMOIL: PRESIDENT RAJOELINA FLEES AS SOLDIERS JOIN PROTESTS, ARMY TAKES CONTROL

In a dramatic twist that has thrown Madagascar into chaos, President Andry Rajoelina has reportedly fled the country as parts of the military joined massive anti-government protests sweeping the Indian Ocean nation.The embattled president, who has not been seen in public for nearly a week, was scheduled to address the nation at 17:30 GMT onContinue reading "MADAGASCAR IN TURMOIL: PRESIDENT RAJOELINA FLEES AS SOLDIERS JOIN PROTESTS, ARMY TAKES CONTROL"

Walin Ganye Honoured For Exceptional Leadership, Peacebuilding, And Service To Humanity

Ganye Chiefdom Christian Youth Forum Lauds Alhaji Sadiq Mohammed’s Lifelong Commitment To Unity, DevelopmentBy Bimga Shamaki The Ganye Chiefdom Christian Youth Forum (GCCYF) has honoured Alhaji Sadiq Mohammed, the Walin Ganye, with a Special Award of Excellence for his outstanding leadership, philanthropy, and enduring dedication to the peace and progress of Ganye Chiefdom and AdamawaContinue reading "Walin Ganye Honoured For Exceptional Leadership, Peacebuilding, And Service To Humanity"

STATE PARDON: 🇩🇪🇦🇺🇫🇷 Germany, Australia, ASF France Mount Pressure On Nigeria To End Death Penalty — Say Tinubu’s Pardon Not Enough

Amid growing global outrage over the use of capital punishment, Germany, Australia, and Avocats Sans Frontières (ASF) France — also known as Lawyers Without Borders — have called for urgent and decisive action to abolish the death penalty in Nigeria.The call followed President Bola Tinubu’s recent presidential pardon, which saw seven inmates on death rowContinue reading "STATE PARDON: 🇩🇪🇦🇺🇫🇷 Germany, Australia, ASF France Mount Pressure On Nigeria To End Death Penalty — Say Tinubu’s Pardon Not Enough"

TENSION LOOMS: NLC THREATENS NATIONWIDE SHOWDOWN AS TINUBU GOVERNMENT, ASUU FACE-OFF OVER UNPAID DEMANDS

The brewing tension between the Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has taken a dramatic turn, as the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) on Monday issued a stern warning to President Bola Tinubu’s administration, threatening a nationwide showdown if the grievances of university lecturers are not addressed within days.In a strongly wordedContinue reading "TENSION LOOMS: NLC THREATENS NATIONWIDE SHOWDOWN AS TINUBU GOVERNMENT, ASUU FACE-OFF OVER UNPAID DEMANDS"

OUTRAGE AS TINUBU PARDONS MARYAM SANDABilyaminu’s Family Cries Foul, Calls It “The Worst Injustice”

Victim’s relatives accuse Presidency of mockery of justice, say pardon reopens deep wounds and dehumanises the dead The family of the late Bilyaminu Bello has condemned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s decision to grant a presidential pardon to Maryam Sanda, who was convicted and sentenced to death for killing her husband, describing the action as “theContinue reading "OUTRAGE AS TINUBU PARDONS MARYAM SANDABilyaminu’s Family Cries Foul, Calls It “The Worst Injustice”"

NASS Moves Presidential, Governorship Polls To November 2026 — Makes E-Transmission Mandatory, Approves Early Voting, Tougher Sanctions For Offenders

The National Assembly has unveiled a major electoral reform proposal that could alter Nigeria’s political calendar, setting the next presidential and governorship elections for November 2026, six months earlier than usual.The proposed change is contained in the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill 2025, presented during a public hearing jointly organised by the Senate and House CommitteesContinue reading "NASS Moves Presidential, Governorship Polls To November 2026 — Makes E-Transmission Mandatory, Approves Early Voting, Tougher Sanctions For Offenders"