Nation Pays Tribute to Labour Leader Pa Michael Imoudu
President Tinubu, NLC, and activists commemorated Pa Michael Imoudu's 20th memorial, praising his sacrifice for Nigerian workers. Read about his enduring legacy.
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Sheikh Zakzaky Bags Imam Khomeini Award in Iran
Sheikh Ibraheem Zakzaky, leader of Nigeria's Islamic Movement, receives the Imam Khomeini World Award in Iran for his advocacy of justice and Islamic values. The Resource Forum hails it as historic.
LP Courts PDP's Showunmi for Ogun 2027 Governorship Race
Labour Party has approached PDP chieftain Segun Showunmi to be its flagbearer in the 2027 Ogun State governorship election. Read about the high-level meeting and Showunmi's historic response.
Falana, Imoudu Family Reject N23m Lagos Land Offer
Human rights lawyer Femi Falana and the family of labour icon Michael Imoudu have rejected a N23 million compensation from Lagos State for land valued at N250m, calling for a labour museum instead.
FUO Graduate Killed in Bayelsa Cult Clash, Police Investigate
A Federal University Otuoke graduate was shot dead in a suspected cult clash in Bayelsa. Police confirm the incident and have launched an investigation. Read the full story.
LP Courts PDP Chieftain Showunmi for Ogun 2027
The Labour Party has invited PDP stalwart Otunba Segun Showunmi to be its flagbearer in the 2027 Ogun governorship election. Party executives made the offer during a visit to his Abeokuta residence.
Obi Slams Lawmakers Over Vote Buying at Primaries
Peter Obi warns Nigeria's democracy is undermined by vote buying, criticising lawmakers for failing to criminalise inducements at party primaries. Read his full statement.
Nigerian Farm Owner Uses Double Pay to Stop Workers' Holiday
A Nigerian farm owner reveals his strategy to keep workers during Christmas: double salary. The move has ignited a fierce online debate about capitalism, family time, and workers' rights. Read the full story and reactions.
Falana, Imoudu Family Reject N23m Lagos Land Offer
Femi Falana and the Imoudu family have rejected a N23m compensation from the Lagos State government for land valued at N250m. They demand fair payment or a labour museum. Read the full story.
Showunmi Condemns NOM's Position on New Tax Law
PDP chieftain Otunba Segun Showunmi criticizes the National Opposition Movement's call to suspend Tinubu's tax reforms. Read his full statement on the need for fiscal responsibility.
Shapiro and Carlson Clash at Turning Point USA Event
Ben Shapiro and Tucker Carlson clash at Turning Point USA's AmericaFest over controversial guests and the future of conservatism. Read the fiery exchange and its implications.
Charlie Kirk's Widow Endorses JD Vance for President
Erika Kirk, widow of slain activist Charlie Kirk, endorses Vice President JD Vance for the 2028 US election at Turning Point's AmericaFest, signaling early MAGA movement shifts. Read the full story.
Showunmi Slams NOM Leaders Over New Tax Law
PDP chieftain Otunba Segun Showunmi condemns NOM's opposition to Tinubu's tax reforms, calling for pragmatic solutions over alarmism. Read the full political analysis.
CSOs to Protest Cancelled Enugu Economic Summit
A coalition of civil society groups will hold a peaceful protest at the NJC in Abuja on February 26, 2026, over the court-ordered cancellation of the Enugu Economic Survival Summit in Lagos. They demand judicial clarity and redress.
FCT Senator Ireti Kingibe Defects from Labour Party to ADC
Senator Ireti Heebah Kingibe has officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), leaving the Labour Party. This move makes her the ADC's only serving Senator, reshaping opposition politics in Abuja. Read the full story.
Jos Man Seeks Family of Woman Who Delivered Outside His Compound
A Jos resident, Zere Samuel, appeals for public help to locate the family of a woman named Sarah who went into labour and delivered a baby in front of his Dorowa compound. Mother and child are well.
Argentine Unions Protest Milei's Labour Law Overhaul
Thousands protest President Javier Milei's labour reforms in Argentina, which unions say erode workers' rights. The bill aims to boost formal hiring but faces fierce opposition.
Four Rivers Reps defect to APC, dump PDP and LP
Four federal lawmakers from Rivers State have switched allegiance to the APC, citing internal party crises. This move follows Governor Siminalayi Fubara's high-profile defection. Read the full details of this major political realignment.
FCT Senator Ireti Kingibe Defects to ADC
Senator Ireti Kingibe has officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), leaving the Labour Party. This strategic move is set to reshape opposition politics ahead of 2027. Read the full story.
Tinubu's Insecurity Pledge to NLC Amid Protests
President Tinubu told labour leaders he's taking extra steps to tackle insecurity, as NLC protests proceed in Lagos and Abuja. Details of the late-night State House meeting revealed.
NLC in 3 States Protest Against Rising Insecurity
Workers in Enugu, Rivers, and Ebonyi joined a nationwide NLC protest against insecurity, accusing the Federal Government of not protecting lives and property. Read their demands.
Peter Obi May Dump Labour Party Ahead of 2027 Polls
Peter Obi's potential defection from the Labour Party sparks reactions. Reports cite internal crises as the cause. Discover the implications for the 2027 elections and the Obidient movement.
Opposition Demands Suspension of New 2026 Tax Regime
The National Opposition Movement warns Nigeria's new tax regime will deepen poverty. They demand immediate suspension and nationwide consultations. Read the full story.
Atiku, NOM Make 5 Demands to Tinubu on Tax Plan
Atiku Abubakar and the National Opposition Movement present five key demands to President Tinubu's government, criticising proposed tax reforms as 'cruel' and 'irrational'. Read the full list.
Germany Imposes Tougher Penalties for Job Seekers
Germany's coalition government overhauls unemployment benefits, introducing stricter penalties for job seekers who refuse work or miss appointments. The reform aims to boost employment amid economic downturn.
Tinubu Talks Fail, NLC Proceeds With Nationwide Protest
NLC protests surge in kidnappings & economic hardship after talks with President Tinubu collapse. See details of the Abuja & Lagos demonstrations.
Tinubu, Labour Talks Continue as NLC Defers Strike Decision
President Bola Tinubu met NLC leaders in Abuja. Joe Ajaero says no final decision yet, internal consultations ongoing. Will the planned strike proceed?
Tinubu meets NLC leaders over planned protest on insecurity
President Bola Tinubu held a crucial late-night meeting with NLC leaders to address security concerns ahead of a planned nationwide protest. Details and outcomes revealed.
NLC: Nigerian Workers' Crisis Worse Than Civil War
The Nigeria Labour Congress warns that financial insecurity is crippling workers, with real wages declining. Urgent government action is needed to stabilise the economy and protect incomes.
Mara Mania Exhibition Spotlights Lagos' Underground Scene
Explore the immersive Mara Mania exhibition at Alliance Française Lagos, documenting the city's dynamic underground music and dance movement. Open until Dec 20.
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