9 h. ago Kaduna Tertiary Institutions Union Threatens Indefinite Strike

The Joint Union of Tertiary Institutions of Kaduna State (JUTIKS) has issued a seven-day ultimatum to the state government over what it described as the non-implementation of key agreements, warning that an indefinite strike will commence on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, if their demands were not met. JUTIKS, which comprises the academic and non-academic staff […]

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51 h. ago Gombe ADC backs David Mark’s leadership, threatens to expel ‘lost’ member Nafiu

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Gombe State has declared its support for former Senate President David Mark as the party’s national leader ahead of the 2027 general elections, while warning its former gubernatorial candidate in Gombe, Nafiu Bala, to desist from parading himself as the party’s national chairman or face […] The post Gombe ADC backs David Mark’s leadership, threatens to expel ‘lost’ member Nafiu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago ‘Ogbeh One Of Nigeria’s Finest, Most Fertile Minds’, ADC Chairman Mark Mourns

The Interim National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) Senator David Mark has expressed profound sorrow over the death of a former chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Audu Ogbeh, describing him as one of the nation’s finest and most fertile minds. Chief Ogbeh passed away at his Abuja residence on Saturday […]

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4 d. ago David Mark not bonafide member, can’t be chairman – ADC faction

By John Ogunsemore A faction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) loyal to Nafiu Bala said Senator David Mark’s claim of being National Chairman of the party is void as he is not a bona fide member.  Bala’s Special Assistant on Public Affairs, Aminu Alhassan said in a Friday statement that “only bonafide members of […] The post David Mark not bonafide member, can’t be chairman – ADC faction appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago 2027: PDP Threatens To Sanction Party Members For Endorsing Tinubu’s Re

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has warned party leaders to desist from engaging in anti-party activities or face sanctions. The party’s leadership said it reached the resolution after it reviewed the anti-party activities of certain members of the party “particularly those endorsing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for re-election in 2027.” The PDP national publicity secretary, […]

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5 d. ago 1,000 Fibre Cuts Weekly Threaten Economic Stability, NCC Warns

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has raised a red flag over what it describes as the systematic sabotage of telecommunications infrastructure nationwide. Over 1,000 fibre optic cable cuts, 545 access denials, and nearly 100 theft cases are recorded weekly across the country. Speaking in Lagos at an event themed “Critical National ICT Infrastructure and Industry […]

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6 d. ago ‘I Will Never Insult Him’, Abba Moro Denies Attacking David Mark Over PDP Exit

Senate Minority Leader and Senator representing Benue South, Abba Moro, has denied allegations that he attacked former Senate President David Mark over his recent defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). LEADERSHIP reports that David Mark, who resigned from the PDP on June 27, now serves as the National […]

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6 d. ago Drop In Telecom’s FDI To $80.78m Threatens Nigeria’s Digital Goals

The nation’s digital goals are currently threatened. The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) Capital Importation Report revealed that the telecommunications sector’s capital importation  plummeted by a whopping 58 per cent year-on-year to just $80.78 million in Q1 2025. This alarming decline contrasts with the national trend, where total capital importation rose to $5.6 billion. More […]

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7 d. ago 2 Arrested For Threatening Violence, Unlawful Possession Of Arms

The Imo State Police Command has arrested two suspects in separate incidents for unlawful possession of firearms and threatening violence. This was made known through a statement made available to newsmen by the police public relations officer, PPRO, Henry Okoye. According to the statement, “On 9th July, 2025 at about 3:00 pm, a student of […]

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8 d. ago Internal Tensions, Power Plays, Underperformance Threaten NSSF Stability

As the Nigeria Shooting Sports Federation (NSSF) approaches its upcoming elections, insider revelations and leaked correspondences have painted a troubling picture of political maneuvering, entrenched non-performance, and a last-minute push by certain board members to delay the transition—raising serious concerns about motives, transparency, and leadership accountability. According to multiple sources within the Federation, a small […]

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8 d. ago Wike: If I were Atiku’s son, I would tell him to stop switching political parties

Says David Mark was rejected as PDP chair From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has slammed former vice president, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, for his frequent party switches since Nigeria’s return to civilian rule in 1999. “If I were Atiku Abubakar’s son, I would sit him down and ask, […] The post Wike: If I were Atiku’s son, I would tell him to stop switching political parties appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago BBNaija10: Biggie Steps In As Bright Morgan Threatens To ‘Break’ Kayikunmi’s Head

There was tension in the ongoing 10/10 season of the Big Brother Naija house on Monday as housemate Bright Morgan threatened to break fellow housemate Kayikunmi’s head during a heated confrontation that nearly escalated into physical violence. The altercation reportedly began when Bright accused Kayikunmi of calling him a “b*tch”, an insult viewers claimed was […]

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9 d. ago Wike: If I were Atiku’s son, I’d advise him to stop changing parties

Says David Mark was rejected as PDP chair Insists no government can solve all problems To upgrade 10 schools in FCT From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja “If I were Atiku Abubakar’s son, I would sit him down and ask, “Dad, how can you keep hopping from one political party to another at almost 80 years old?” […] The post Wike: If I were Atiku’s son, I’d advise him to stop changing parties appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago ‘We Rejected David Mark As PDP National Chairman,’ Wike Reveals

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike has revealed that himself, together with other key figures within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) resisted pressures for former Senate President David Mark to emerge as the National Chairman of the opposition party. Wike stated this during a media chat on Monday, where he opened up […]

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3 w. ago 1 YEAR AFTER S/COURT JUDGEMENT Workers Threaten Strike Over Lack Of Financial Autonomy In LGAs

The Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) has raised the alarm over the continued delay in implementing the Supreme Court ruling that granted financial autonomy to local government councils. The attorney-general of the federation (AGF) and minister of justice, Lateef Fagbemi, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), had on behalf of the federal government […]

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3 w. ago ‘I Didn’t Threaten Obi, My Remarks Based On Security Concerns,’ Gov Okpebholo Clarifies

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpeholo, on Sunday responded to criticisms trailing his comment directing the 2023 Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, to seek security clearance before coming to the state. Governor Okpebholo had during the weekend in Uromi, Esan North East local government area of the state asked the former presidential candidate […]

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3 w. ago Awujale: Ifa Council Threatens To Sue Ogun Gov’t, Late Monarch’s Family

The International Council for Ifa Religion (ICIR) has threatened to sue the Ogun State Government and the family of the late Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona, for violating the legal and laid down traditional rites of burying traditional rulers in the state. The ICIR vowed to correct what they called an anomaly and a […]

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3 w. ago NECA Raises Concern As Forex Volatility, High Interest Rates Threaten MSMEs

The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has expressed  concerns about Nigeria’s worsening business climate, stating that inflationary pressure, exchange rate volatility, and high interest rates continue to threaten business survival—especially for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) despite modest economic growth in 2024. Speaking at NECA’s 68th Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Lagos, the Association’s […]

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3 w. ago ADC Begins 2027 Manifesto Process, Denies Endorsing Any Presidential Aspirant

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has launched its 2027 presidential campaign roadmap, emphasising ideological cohesion over early endorsements. Amid growing pressure to back heavyweights like Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, and Rotimi Amaechi, the party’s leadership says it is committed to building a disciplined, people-focused platform before selecting its flagbearer. Interim National Chairman David Mark dismissed […] The post ADC Begins 2027 Manifesto Process, Denies Endorsing Any Presidential Aspirant appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 w. ago US Threatens Visitors With Deportation, Travel Ban Over Visa Overstay

The United States government has issued a stern warning to visitors overstaying their visas, cautioning that such infractions could lead to immediate deportation and a permanent ban from re-entering the country. This warning followed a series of new immigration policies and visa restrictions targeting Nigerian travellers, rolled out under the administration of President Donald Trump […]

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