NLC Warns NASS Against Shifting Labour Matters to Concurrent List
President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Joe Ajaero, has issued a stern warning to the National Assembly over moves to transfer labour matters including the national minimum wage from the Exclusive Legislative List to the Concurrent List. Speaking on Friday at the National Administrative Council (NAC) meeting of the Central Working Committee in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Ajaero described the proposal as “an exercise in futility” […]
Umahi: FG Open to Nnamdi Kanu’s Release, But Not as Political Bargain
Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, says the Federal Government is open to negotiating the release of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), but warned against politicising the issue or using it as leverage for political support. Speaking with journalists in Lagos on Friday night, Umahi stressed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu did not initiate Kanu’s detention […]
2027 Will Be Nigerians vs Tinubu’s Govt —Dalung
Former Minister of Sports and Youth Development, Solomon Dalung, has described the 2027 general elections as a direct confrontation between the Nigerian people and the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, warning that public discontent will overpower political maneuvering. Speaking on News Central, Dalung launched a blistering critique of the current government, accusing it of worsening hardship and […]
Gov. Adeleke Denies Defection Rumours, Reaffirms Loyalty to PDP
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has dismissed rumours suggesting he plans to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), reaffirming his unwavering loyalty to the party and commitment to the people of Osun. In a statement posted on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Saturday, Adeleke described the speculation as false and urged the public to disregard it. “Over the last […]
Aregbesola to ADC Supporters: Focus on Facts, Not Insults
Rauf Aregbesola, former Minister of Interior and interim National Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has urged supporters of the opposition coalition not to engage in insults, attacks, or altercations with members of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). In a message posted on his official X handle on Friday, Aregbesola also a former governor of Osun State called on ADC […]
Trump Urges More Patriot Missiles for Ukraine After Call with Zelensky, Criticizes Putin’s Reluctance on Ceasefire
U.S. President Donald Trump has called for increased deliveries of Patriot missile systems to Ukraine following a phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday. The call came amid intensifying Russian airstrikes and growing concerns over Ukraine’s ability to defend its airspace. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump characterized the conversation as […]
Hamas Signals Openness to Ceasefire Talks, Seeks U.S. Guarantees as Israeli Strikes Continue
Hamas has issued what it called a “positive response” to international mediators regarding the latest U.S.-backed ceasefire and hostage release proposal, expressing a willingness to begin immediate negotiations. The group’s reply included proposed amendments, most notably a request for a formal U.S. guarantee that hostilities would not resume even if talks over a permanent truce […]
Trump Signs Sweeping Tax and Spending Bill, Securing Key Second-Term Victory
President Donald Trump signed into law a sweeping package of tax breaks and spending cuts on Friday, capping off an aggressive push by the White House and GOP leadership to deliver on one of the president’s top second-term priorities ahead of the Fourth of July. The legislation, dubbed “One Big Beautiful Bill” by Trump, extends […]
At Least 24 Dead, Dozens Missing After Flash Floods Ravage Texas on Independence Day
Catastrophic flash floods tore through central Texas on July 4th, leaving at least 24 people dead and dozens missing—including up to 25 girls from a summer camp—officials confirmed Friday. The sudden disaster struck during Independence Day celebrations, prompting a massive federal and state emergency response. U.S. President Donald Trump called the tragedy “shocking” and “terrible,” […]
Ahmed Musa Named Kano Pillars GM as Gov. Yusuf Reconstitutes Board
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has approved a major shakeup at Kano Pillars Football Club, appointing former Super Eagles captain, Ahmed Musa, as the club’s new General Manager. The announcement, made on Friday by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, follows the expiration of the outgoing board’s one-year tenure and comes ahead of preparations for the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier […]
