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Jalingo Protest: Ghost Workers Demand Salaries

Taraba State capital witnesses massive demonstration as civil servants accused of being ghost workers protest dismissal and demand payment of outstanding salaries amid growing tension.

Seven Trapped in South Korea Power Plant Collapse

Breaking news from South Korea where seven construction workers remain trapped after a catastrophic collapse at a power plant site. Emergency crews race against time in dramatic rescue effort.

US Lawmakers Seek Sanctions Against Miyetti Allah

American legislators are pushing for severe sanctions against the Fulani group Miyetti Allah, accusing them of systematic religious persecution and human rights abuses against Christian communities in Nigeria's Middle Belt region.

US Government Shutdown Ties Historic Record

America's federal government shutdown equals historic 21-day record as President Trump and Democrats remain deadlocked over border wall funding, affecting 800,000 workers.

Enugu Health Workers Skip National Strike

Enugu State health workers break ranks with national labor action, citing unique state-level agreements and commitment to patient care amidst nationwide health sector strike.

Child Marriage Victim Faces Execution in Nigeria

A Nigerian woman forced into marriage as a child now faces execution for her husband's murder unless she raises ₦800,000 for legal appeal. Her tragic story exposes the devastating consequences of child marriage and Nigeria's justice system.

Court rejects bid to dismiss N300m eviction lawsuit

A Federal High Court in Lagos has refused to strike out a N300 million lawsuit filed by tenants alleging illegal eviction from Banana Island properties, setting the stage for a major legal battle over property rights.

NLC: Democracy Failing as Election Prices Soar

Nigeria Labour Congress raises urgent concerns about the deteriorating state of democracy and economic hardship facing citizens during election periods as basic commodity prices surge uncontrollably.

Amnesty Trains Journalists on Human Rights Reporting

Amnesty International Nigeria calls on media professionals to intensify reporting on human rights violations as cases surge across the country. Exclusive training equips journalists with digital safety and investigative skills.

Police Declare Sowore Wanted Over Lagos Protest

Nigerian authorities have declared prominent activist Omoyele Sowore wanted for allegedly planning a protest in Lagos. Get the latest updates on this developing story and understand the implications for civil liberties in Nigeria.

Imo Police Probe Viral Elderly Woman Assault Video

Imo State Police Command launches immediate investigation into viral video showing six young men brutally assaulting an elderly woman, sparking nationwide outrage and demands for justice.

Nigerian Youth Use Art to Fight Gender Violence

Young Nigerian artists are transforming pain into powerful protest art, using creative expressions to confront the epidemic of gender-based violence sweeping across communities.

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