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The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) has called for the immediate withdrawal of controversial tax bills currently before the National Assembly. In a powerful New Year message, NLC President Joe Ajaero highlighted the urgent need for government policies that prioritize workers' welfare, transparency, and inclusivity. Ajaero emphasized the role of social dialogue in national development andContinue reading "NLC Demands Withdrawal of Tax Bills, Urges Government to Prioritize Workers’ Welfare in New Year Message"

In a dramatic turn of events, the Nigerian government has issued a formal travel advisory, urging its citizens to reconsider travel plans to Australia. This decision comes in response to a troubling spike in hate crimes targeting Nigerians and other foreign nationals in the country. The announcement, made through the official handle of Sahara ReportersContinue reading "“Nigeria Issues Urgent Travel Advisory, Cautions Citizens Against Visiting Australia Amid Surge in Hate Crimes”"

In a bold New Year message that has set the political landscape abuzz, Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has promised to reduce the nation's crippling inflation rate from the current 34.6% to a more manageable 15%. The announcement, shared via the official handle  of the Sahara Reporters on X (formerly Twitter), marks a significant moment inContinue reading "“Tinubu Vows to Tackle Inflation, Pledges to Bring It Down to 15% in His New Year Address”"

In a bold and unrelenting move, the Governor of Bauchi State has doubled down on his criticism of the presidency, declaring that he "stands by his comment" and "cannot be threatened." The declaration, shared via Channels Television on its official X handle, has further ignited a political firestorm between the governor and the Federal Government.TheContinue reading "“‘I Stand by My Words, I Will Not Be Intimidated’ – Bauchi Governor Fires Back at Presidency Over Anti-Masses Stance”"

In a dramatic turn of events, a Nigerian court has granted a request to detain Alhaji Abdullahi Bodejo, the National President of Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, along with six other high-ranking members of the herders’ union for a period of 60 days. The announcement was made through the official X handle of Sahara Reporters, sparkingContinue reading "“Nigerian Court Approves 60-Day Detention of Miyetti Allah Leader, Bodejo, and Six Others in Landmark Case”"

In a significant development in Nigeria’s quest for justice and accountability, the country has forwarded all necessary documentation for the extradition of Simon Ekpa to the Finnish government. The announcement was made through the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, further affirming the government’s commitment to addressing security concerns linked to Ekpa’s activities.Simon Ekpa, aContinue reading "“Nigerian Government Pushes for Simon Ekpa’s Extradition as Requirements Reach Finland”"

In a move stirring reactions across Nigeria, Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has officially conferred staff of office on former militant leader Alhaji Mujahid Asari Dokubo and three others, elevating them as recognized traditional monarchs in the state. The announcement was made through Sahara Reporters' official X (formerly Twitter) handle, accompanied by a detailed reportContinue reading "Rivers Governor Fubara Bestows Staff of Office to Asari Dokubo and Three Others as Recognized Monarchs"

In an exclusive report that has sent ripples through Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, Sahara Reporters revealed on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle that Mele Kyari, the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC), has made a last-minute move to extend his tenure. The controversial decision? Reopening the WarriContinue reading "“Desperation or Strategy? NNPC Boss Mele Kyari Reopens Warri Refinery Amid Alleged Bid for Tenure Extension”"