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SERAP Asks Court To Stop FG From Extending Moratorium On Sachet Alcohol Ban

18.12.2025

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has asked the Federal High Court in Lagos to restrain the Federal Government from further extending the moratorium on the ban of sachet alcohol. In the suit, SERAP is seeking injunctive orders against the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare and the Attorney-General of the Federation, who...

IMPI Bases 14% Year-End Inflation Forecast On Analysis Of Tinubu’s Economic Reforms

18.12.2025

The Independent Media and Policy Initiative (IMPI) has attributed its accurate forecast of a 14 per cent inflation rate by the end of 2025 to what it described as a rigorous and data-driven analysis of the economic reforms introduced by President Bola Tinubu. In a statement signed by its Chairman, Dr. Omoniyi Akinsiju, IMPI explained...

Sokoto NLC Demands Increased Security Presence, Improved Intelligence To Curb Banditry

18.12.2025

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Sokoto State Council, has called for urgent and decisive action to address the worsening insecurity and banditry ravaging the North. The call followed a nationwide protest organised by the NLC to draw attention to persistent terrorism and criminal activities across several northern states. Speaking during the protest, the NLC Chairman in...

Adamawa Gov’t Empowers Youth, Women Through Skills Training, Entrepreneurship Programs

18.12.2025

The Adamawa State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to equipping youths and women with practical skills and entrepreneurial mindsets to reduce unemployment and foster inclusive growth. The disclosure was made by the State Commissioner for Entrepreneurship Development, Alhaji Hammanjumba Gutugel, during the graduation ceremony of ten women trained in Tailoring and Fashion Design on Thursday....

NIMASA Commends Maritime Media For Boosting Nigeria’s Success At IMO Elections

18.12.2025

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has praised Nigerian journalists, particularly those covering maritime affairs, for their crucial role in Nigeria’s recent success at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) elections. Nigeria secured the long-coveted Category C Council seat at the IMO after 14 years of unsuccessful attempts. The agency acknowledged that maritime media...

Lagos Announces Traffic Diversion For TinCan First Gate Pedestrian Bridge Repairs

18.12.2025

The Lagos State Government has announced a temporary traffic management plan in preparation for repair works on the damaged pedestrian bridge at Tincan First Gate, Apapa, along the inward Mile 2 corridor. The plan was announced yesterday in a statement issued via the official X account of the Lagos State Ministry of Transportation. According to...

We’re Managing Teachers, Says Ogun TESCOM Boss

18.12.2025

The Chairman, Ogun State Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM), Apostle Abiodun Sanyaolu, has reiterated the government’s commitment to the training and retraining of teachers, and non-teaching staff in the state. Sanyaolu stated this while fielding questions from journalists at his Office in OkeMosan, Abeokuta, the state capital, noting that it was imperative for the teachers to...

Carter Efe Breaks Africa’s Twitch Record After Davido Livestream

18.12.2025

Nigerian content creator Carter Efe has made history as Africa’s most-followed streamer on Twitch, surpassing Shank Comics’ record with over 406,000 followers. This milestone followed his high-profile collaboration with Afrobeats superstar Davido, which drew in a massive audience and triggered a surge in followers. READ ALSO: The livestream, which peaked at 83,000 viewers, set a...

Why I Don’t Attend Certain Events – Angela Okorie

18.12.2025

Nigerian actress Angela Okorie has said she deliberately avoids certain events due to her awareness of people’s true intentions. In an Instagram post, she revealed that not all invitations are genuine, adding that some are designed to harm or destroy unsuspecting guests. Okorie emphasised the importance of prayer and discernment, stating that only God can...

How Collaboration With Omah Lay Happened – Davido

18.12.2025

Grammy-nominated Nigerian singer David Adeleke, better known as Davido, has revealed the story behind his ‘With You’ collaboration with Omah Lay, shedding light on their initial interactions. According to Davido in a video, the collaboration happened after he reached out to Omah Lay following a tweet where the latter expressed surprise at being featured on Davido’s...