The Society for Journalism Enhancement Initiative has urged African governments to stop justifying restrictions on the media in the name of national security. The group’s convener, Gbemiga Bamidele, made the call on Saturday on occasion of the World Press Freedom Day. Bamidele said limiting press freedom in the name of security was counterproductive, arguing that...
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Nigerian Workers Mark May Day, Call For Improved Working Conditions
Workers across Nigeria marked the 2026 Workers’ Day with colourful events on Thursday, as labour leaders renewed calls for improved welfare, stronger legal protections and enhanced security.In the capital Abuja, workers from both the formal and informal sectors gathered at Eagle Square for marches and other commemorative activities.Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George...
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Carter Efe Defeats Portable In Celebrity Bout
Hip-hop artiste Habeeb “Portable” Badmus suffered his first defeat in celebrity boxing on Friday night as social media comedian Carter Efe outclassed him over three rounds to win by unanimous decision. All three judges scored the contest 30-27 in favour of Efe at the “Chaos in the Ring 4” event held in Victoria Island, Lagos,...
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PDP Denies Leadership Vacuum After Supreme Court Ruling
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Friday dismissed reports of a leadership vacuum following a Supreme Court judgment delivered the previous day, it insisted that its National Chairman, Abdulrahman Mohammed, remains the legitimate head of the party. Factional National Publicity Secretary Jungudo Mohammed while speaking in Abuja, said the ruling by the Nigeria’s Apex court...
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Nigeria Telecoms Group Canvasses For Stronger Local Content Strategy
The Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria (ATCON) has warned that Nigeria risks slowing its digital economy ambitions unless it strengthens indigenous participation and harnesses local tech talent. ATCON President Tony Emoekpere said at the group’s annual general meeting in Lagos that broadband expansion must extend beyond urban centres and empower local Internet service providers...
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Nigeria’s Supreme Court To Rule On ADC Leadership Dispute
Nigeria’s Supreme Court said it will deliver judgment on Thursday in a leadership dispute within the African Democratic Congress (ADC), a case that could shape the opposition party’s structure ahead of the 2027 general elections. The apex court disclosed on Wednesday that the ruling would be delivered by 2 p.m. A five-member panel led by...
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Nigeria Declares May 1 Public Holiday For Workers
The Nigerian government has declared Friday, May 1, 2026, a public holiday to mark this year’s International Workers’ Day, the interior ministry said on Wednesday. Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo made the announcement on behalf of the government, congratulating workers across the country on the annual celebration. He commended Nigerian workers for their hard work and...
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Nigeria Police Order Dismissal, Prosecution Over Effurun Shooting
Nigeria’s Inspector General of Police Olatunji Disu has ordered the dismissal and prosecution of officers involved in a fatal shooting in Effurun, Delta State, according to a statement by Police spokesman DCP Anthony Placid. The incident, which occurred on April 26, resulted in the death of Mene Ogidi and has sparked public concern over police...
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Senate To Probe Relief For Adamawa Attack Victims
The Nigerian Senate has ordered a probe into renewed attacks in Lamurde Local Government Area of Adamawa. The lawmakers also directed immediate provision of relief materials for displaced persons after violent attacks on communities, like Kwa, Gyakan, Rigange, Waduku and Tchobo, by gunmen allegedly on motor bikes. The resolution for the probe followed a motion...
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Former Zamfara Senator Marafa Defects To NDC Party
Former Zamfara senator Kabir Marafa has defected from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). Marafa, who joined the ADC on April 8 after resigning from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in August 2025, formally aligned with the NDC at an event in Abuja attended by party leaders and supporters....