Amnesty International Alleges Death of 150 IDPs in Kwara Detention Facility

Amnesty International has accused Nigerian authorities of failing to protect detained Fulani pastoralists in Kwara State, alleging that at least 150 people, most of them children, died in a military-controlled camp where displaced persons were held for months under harsh conditions. In a statement on Tuesday, the organisation said those who died were among about […]

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May Day: Akpabio promises workers living wage

Senate President Godswill Akpabio Senate Presiden, Senator Godswill Akpabio, on Friday assured Nigerian workers that the National Assembly is aware of their economic challenges and remains committed to improving their welfare through legislative measures. The former Akwa Ibom State governor gave the assurance in a congratulatory message to mark the 2026 International Workers’ Day, issued […]

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May Day: Oyebamiji celebrates Osun workers, promises improved welfare

APC governorship candidate, Mr Bola Oyebamiji By John Dike, Osogbo The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji, has felicitated with workers across the state on the occasion of the 2026 Workers’ Day, pledging to prioritise their welfare if elected governor. Oyebamiji, popularly known as AMBO, commended workers […]

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Ondo East/West Reps race: Four APC Aspirants Reject Consensus Candidate Makinde, Demand Direct Primary

Four All Progressives Congress (APC) aspirants for the seat of Ondo East/West Constituency in the House of Representatives, have rejected the incumbent Hon Abiola Makinde for a third term as the party:s consensus candidate in the next election. The aspirants, including Dr. Jibayo Adeyeye, Hon. Ade Adeniyi, Hon Bola Fisayo, and Dr. Michael Ajilo, described […]

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Adeleke Commends Tinubu, Umahi over approval of key Osun road projects

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke By John Dike, Osogbo Governor Ademola Adeleke has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, for approving the rehabilitation of major federal roads in Osun State. The governor specifically lauded the Federal Government’s approval for the rehabilitation of the Osogbo–Iwo–Ibadan road and the Gbongan–Akoda–Osogbo road, […]

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Osun 2026: No Force Can Stop Adeleke’s Re-Election on Accord Platform — OAMF

By John Dike, Osogbo The Osogbo Accord Media Force (OAMF) has dismissed rumours and legal concerns surrounding the status of the Accord Party in Osun State, describing them as baseless propaganda aimed at distracting voters ahead of the 2026 governorship election. In a statement issued on Friday the group declared that no political force or […]

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Workers’ Day: Osun LG workers demand reforms, back APC candidate as ALGON assures improved welfar

By John Dike, Osogbo Local Government workers in Osun State under the aegis of Concerned Local Government Workers, have called for urgent reforms in the public service, including improved welfare, safer working conditions, and an end to casualisation, as they marked the 2026 Workers’ Day celebration. The workers, who are affiliated to the All Progressives […]

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RUGIPO’s workers not happy on Workers’ Day – Ojo

By Banji Ayoola A former spokesman of Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo, in Ondo State, RUGIPO, Mr Samuel O.. Ojo (JP), has lamented that the workers at the institution are not happy on a day set aside to celebrate workers worldwide. In a statement commemorating the day, he noted that the lingering problems at the institution […]

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Dangote Refinery Recalls Redeployed Engineers

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has approved the recall of engineers previously redeployed across its business units, following what management described as a conditional pardon after internal disciplinary actions linked to operational disruptions. In an internal communication to staff, the company said the decision followed an extensive review process and numerous appeals from respected individuals, stakeholders, and […]

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China’s zero-tariff on imports from Nigeria, 52 African countries to begin today

China will begin a zero-tariff treatment for imports from 53 African countries, with which the Asian nation has diplomatic relations, on Friday. The move is intended to allow the export of quality products from Africa to the Chinese market, and will be in place until April 30, 2028. The measures are also expected to cover […]

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