The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has called off its nationwide strike. President of the association, Festus Osifo, made the announcement during a press briefing held in Abuja. He stated that the decision came after discussions with the National Security Adviser and representatives of Dangote Refinery. Osifo acknowledged that some…
Nigeria’s current account surplus rose to $5.28 billion in Q2 2025, up from $2.85 billion in Q1, reflecting increased resilience in the external sector and stronger foreign exchange inflows. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) disclosed this in a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document published on its official website on Tuesday. The bank also reported…
Fellow Nigerians, Today marks the 65th anniversary of our great nation’s Independence. As we reflect on the significance of this day and our journey of nationhood since October 1, 1960, when our founding fathers accepted the instruments of self-government from colonial rule, let us remember their sacrifice, devotion, and grand dream of a strong, prosperous,…
A Federal High Court in Abuja has postponed the scheduled arraignment of political activist and publisher Omoyele Sowore over allegations of making false claims against President Bola Tinubu. The case has been rescheduled for October 27, 2025. Sowore, founder of Sahara Reporters and a recurring presidential candidate under the African Action Congress (AAC), was to…
Alhaji Amadu Danfulani, a prominent leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement in Gobirawa Ward, Dala Local Government Area of Kano State, has officially joined the All Progressives Congress (APC). Gobirawa, regarded as the largest electoral ward in Nigeria with the highest number of polling units, witnessed a significant political shift as Danfulani led thousands of his…
Liverpool’s Champions League campaign took another hit as Galatasaray pulled off a stunning 1–0 victory on a raucous night at RAMS Park in Istanbul. Head coach Arne Slot made a bold decision to leave star forward Mohamed Salah on the bench following the team’s recent Premier League defeat at Crystal Palace. However, his gamble didn’t…
The Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD) has announced the commencement of pension payment increments for retirees under the Defined Benefit Scheme (DBS). According to PTAD, the new increments — ₦32,000, 10.66%, and 12.95%, depending on the retiree’s category — will take effect starting from the September 2025 payroll cycle. This development follows President Bola Tinubu’s…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called for a comprehensive investigation into the death of Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, a news anchor and producer with Arise Television. Maduagwu tragically lost her life on Sunday during an armed robbery at her residence in the Katampe area of Abuja. In a statement released on Tuesday by his Special Adviser…
