The federal government has declared that it would not endorse “unsustainable agreements” with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) but was determined to pursue accords that are practical, affordable, implementable, and constitutionally sound. It, however, reiterated its unwavering commitment to resolving the long-standing issues with ASUU in a sustainable, realistic, and constitutionally backed manner. The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa noted that President Bola Tinubu has directed the his ministry in collaboration with relevant agencies, to deliver a lasting solution that would prevent future disruptions to the academic calendar. Alausa in a statement issued Friday by the…
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Following the moves by the People Democratic Party (PDP) to drag former President Goodluck Jonathan into the presidential race in 2027, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has said that Nigeria has moved on from politics of sentiment. Lagos APC Spokesman, Seye Oladejo in a statement issued Friday said the party has observed with keen interest the growing speculation surrounding the possible return of Jonathan to the 2027 presidential race. According to him, While we acknowledge the former president’s role in the peaceful democratic transition of 2015 — an act that rightly earned him praise at home and abroad —…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) stakeholders are already in a panic mode over the plans by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to consider former President Goodluck Jonathan and former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi as possible candidates for its 2027 presidential ticket. TheHintsNews reports that Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed revealed the plan of the party during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Thursday. Mohammed described Jonathan as “one of the most celebrated politicians in Nigeria today” and said the party would welcome him back if he decided to return and contest. However, a member of the ruling…
Troops of 22 Armoured Brigade deployed at the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Babana in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State neutralised two bandits during gunfire on Thursday. Acting Assistant Director Army Public Relations, 22 Armoured Brigade, Ilorin, Capt. Stephen Nwankwo in a statement issued Thursday said at about 2:50 a.m., the vigilant troops engaged armed bandits attempting to infiltrate the Babana axis. He explained that in the exchange of fire that ensued, the soldiers overpowered the criminals with superior firepower, forcing them to withdraw in disarray. Nwankwo added: “During a subsequent exploitation along the bandits’ withdrawal route, the…
The Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD-West Africa) has expressed concern over the resurgence and normalisation of military rule in parts of West and Central Africa. The Director CDD-West Africa, Dr. Dauda Garuba said that the centre’s newly released background paper titled; “Militarism Reloaded: The Rise of Military Populism in Francophone West Africa”, outlines how recent coups, particularly in Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger, and Guinea, are not simply reversions to old patterns but expressions of a more sophisticated and ideologically packaged authoritarianism. Garuba in a statement issued Thursday noted that far from being isolated disruptions, these military interventions present…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has called on the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to be circumspect in going public with information based on sheer conjecture. TheHintsNews reports that the opposition party had in a statement issued by its spokesperson, Bolaji Abdullahi claimed that the number of pre-registrants in Osun State defies “historical patterns and demographic realities.” However, the Chief Press Secretary to INEC Chairman, Mr. Rotimi Oyekanmi in a statement issued Thursday said the party could have relied on verifiable data available from official repositories for both ongoing and historical record of its activities rather than going public…
The ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) has unveiled a new gender equality initiative worth N11 billion, aimed at empowering women and girls across the country. The five-year scheme funded by Global Affairs Canada known as the Renewed Women’s Voice and Leadership (RWVL) project was formally launched on Thursday in Abuja. It seeks to strengthen women-led organisations, enhance political participation, and combat gender-based violence nationwide. The ActionAid Nigeria Country Director, Andrew Mamedu, said the project would target more than 2.7 million women across Nigeria, including those living with disabilities, women in politics, and those facing discrimination or exclusion. “The project will directly…
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have sealed a strategic alliance to stamp out economic sabotage and confront the devastating scourge of road traffic crashes (RTCs) threatening lives and draining Nigeria’s economy. Speaking during the strategic engagement, the Executive Chairman of the Commission, Mr. Ola Olukoyede, emphasised that the two organisations share strikingly similar mandates as they both interface directly with the Nigerian public in ways that deeply affect lives, safety, and national prosperity. He stressed that beyond combating economic crimes, the EFCC is also charged with addressing economic sabotage, an…
The Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy has received a letter of support from the Swiss government for Nigeria’s bid for the Category ‘C’ seat on the Council of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) for the 2026/2027 Biennium elections October/November this year. With Switzerland’s endorsement, Nigeria’s campaign for the IMO Category ‘C’ Council seat gains further international momentum ahead of the elections slated for October/November 2025. Its minister, Adegboyega Oyetola, received the letter of endorsement, Thursday in Abuja during a courtesy visit from Switzerland’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Patrick Egloff. The minister noted that this marked a significant step forward…
The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has explained the reasons for its stance to support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election come 2027. Speaking at a media briefing in Abuja on Wednesday, APGA National Chairman, Sly Ezeokenwa, explained that the decision was with no regrets as it was based on the performance of President Tinubu. According to him, The President has shown full support for APGA in many ways, irrespective of APGA tradition. We have no reason not to support President Bola Tinubu. APGA is the foremost progressive party in Nigeria. Ezeokenwa noted that the support for Tinubu is consistent with…