Today is World Sight Day, observed annually on the second Thursday of October. This day aims to raise awareness about the importance of maintaining healthy vision. Good vision significantly enhances overall well-being, academic performance, employment opportunities, and economic productivity. Meanwhile, vision impairment remains a significant global public health concern, with prevalence expected to rise without…
The Federal Government has appealed to the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) to suspend its proposed strike action, assuring the union of its dedication to resolving all outstanding issues. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Wednesday, the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, stated that the government is actively engaging with the…
The Senate on Wednesday officially swore in Joseph Ikpea (Edo Central) and Emmanuel Nwachukwu (Anambra South) as senators following their victories in recent by-elections. Senate President Godswill Akpabio presided over the brief ceremony, while Clerk of the Senate, Emmanuel Ojo, administered the oaths of office and allegiance. The by-elections filled seats vacated by Monday Okpebholo,…
Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has adjourned the trial of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu to October 16, due to the non-submission of a medical report on his health. The adjournment follows the failure of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) to submit its court-ordered assessment on whether Kanu’s health can be managed…
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has criticised Vice President Kashim Shettima for siding with Dangote Refinery in the dispute with PENGASSAN. In a statement marking World Day for Decent Work, NLC President Joe Ajaero accused Shettima of prioritizing corporate interests over the welfare of Nigerian workers. He called the ongoing violations of workers’ rights a…
The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and Non-Academic Staff Union (NASU), under the Joint Action Committee (JAC), have directed members to embark on a nationwide protest on Thursday, October 9, 2025. The protest is in response to the Federal Government’s continued failure to address key issues, including: Branches have been instructed to hold…
Super Eagles stars Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, and several other key players have arrived in Polokwane, South Africa, ahead of Nigeria’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Benin Republic. The team’s camp officially opened on Tuesday, with the technical crew and backroom staff already in place since Monday. Those already in include:…
The Supreme Court has reserved judgment in the suit filed by the Osun State Government against the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) over the alleged seizure of local government allocations. A seven-member panel led by Justice Uwani Aba’aji took the decision on Tuesday after hearing arguments from Musbau Adetumbi (SAN), representing Osun, and Akin…
The trial of former CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele, hit another roadblock as the EFCC and defence counsel clashed over the forensic examination of an iPhone containing WhatsApp chats used as evidence. At the Lagos High Court in Ikeja, Justice Rahman Oshodi heard that a joint forensic review ordered by the court couldn’t proceed due to…
President Bola Tinubu has requested the House of Representatives to approve 2.35 billion in external loans to help finance the 2025 budget deficit and refinance maturing Eurobonds. In a letter read by Speaker Tajudeen Abbas on Tuesday, Tinubu also proposed issuing a 500 million debut sovereign Sukuk in the International Capital Market to fund infrastructure…
