Sokoto accuses ASUU of destabilising education, seeks return to classrooms

The Sokoto State Government has strongly condemned the ongoing strike action by the Academic Staff Union of Universities, Sokoto State University chapter, describing it as unnecessary and politically motivated. Speaking at a press conference in Sokoto on Friday, the State Commissioner for Higher Education, Professor Isa Muhammad Maishanu, expressed disappointment over the decision of ASUU-SSU
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The Sokoto State Government has strongly condemned the ongoing strike action by the Academic Staff Union of Universities, Sokoto State University chapter, describing it as unnecessary and politically motivated. Speaking at a press conference in Sokoto on Friday, the State Commissioner for Higher Education, Professor Isa Muhammad Maishanu, expressed disappointment over the decision of ASUU-SSU

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UPDATED: Panel proposes ‘Remo-Ijebu State’ with Sagamu as capital

The Remo Committee on state creation from the old Ijebu province has submitted its report to the Akarigbo and Paramount ruler of Remoland, Oba Babatunde Ajayi demanding that the name of the new state should be Remo-Ijebu and Sagamu as capital. This was contained in a document obtained by our Correspondent on Friday and signed
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The Remo Committee on state creation from the old Ijebu province has submitted its report to the Akarigbo and Paramount ruler of Remoland, Oba Babatunde Ajayi demanding that the name of the new state should be Remo-Ijebu and Sagamu as capital. This was contained in a document obtained by our Correspondent on Friday and signed

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My administration’s bold policies yielding positive results — Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has stated that his administration’s bold and transformative policies are beginning to yield positive results. He said this is evident in the gradual stabilisation of the Nigerian economy. The President made these remarks in his message to Nigerians on the commencement of the Ramadan fasting. According to him, the Gross Domestic Product,
My administration’s bold policies yielding positive results — Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has stated that his administration’s bold and transformative policies are beginning to yield positive results.

He said this is evident in the gradual stabilisation of the Nigerian economy.

The President made these remarks in his message to Nigerians on the commencement of the Ramadan fasting.

According to him, the Gross Domestic Product, GDP, for the last quarter of 2024 showed a marked improvement over the same period in 2023.

He noted that the once-soaring prices of essential food items are now declining, providing much-needed relief to Nigerians, particularly those observing the fast.

Tinubu also stated that the exchange rate is stabilising, and fuel prices are falling, signalling a brighter future.

As the wet season approaches, he reaffirmed the government’s commitment to boosting agricultural productivity.

He said: “We remain steadfast in enhancing food production and ensuring self-sufficiency and food security for all Nigerians through targeted input support, mechanisation, and innovative farming initiatives. Our resolve to build a resilient and prosperous nation remains unwavering.”

On the Ramadan season, Tinubu described it as a sacred month that should serve as a time for sober reflection.

He said: “I call on all Nigerians to join hands in prayer and action for our beloved country’s continued growth and development. Let us fervently seek Allah’s guidance and protection for our nation, and let our words and deeds reflect our shared commitment to peace, unity, and progress.

“I congratulate the Muslim faithful in Nigeria and worldwide as we begin the sacred month of Ramadan.

“We are profoundly grateful to Almighty Allah for granting us the grace to witness the commencement of this holy month, a cornerstone of the Islamic faith. May this period of fasting and devotion be marked by good health, spiritual fulfilment, and divine blessings.

“Ramadan is a time for deep reflection, renewed devotion to Allah, and acts of compassion and generosity towards humanity.

“It is a season of spiritual rejuvenation, self-discipline, and empathy for the less fortunate. I urge all Muslims observing the fast to embrace the profound lessons of piety, humility, and selflessness that this holy month embodies. Let us use this period to strengthen our bonds with Allah and one another, fostering unity and peace in our communities.

“This year’s Ramadan holds special significance as it coincides with a period of renewed hope and progress for our nation.

“I extend my heartfelt wishes to all Muslims observing Ramadan for a month filled with joy, peace, and spiritual renewal. May the blessings of this holy month illuminate our hearts and homes, and may we emerge from it as better individuals and a stronger nation.

Ramadan Kareem!”

My administration’s bold policies yielding positive results — Tinubu

Fire service warns of increased fire risks during Ramadan

The Federal Fire Service has launched a nationwide safety campaign for the Muslim faithfuls to prevent fire incidents during the holy month of Ramadan. The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, in a statement on Thursday by its Secretary-General, Is-haq Oloyede, urged the Muslim community to begin the moon sighting immediately after sunset on Friday,
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The Federal Fire Service has launched a nationwide safety campaign for the Muslim faithfuls to prevent fire incidents during the holy month of Ramadan. The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, in a statement on Thursday by its Secretary-General, Is-haq Oloyede, urged the Muslim community to begin the moon sighting immediately after sunset on Friday,

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Police arrest five suspects over killing of four Edo farmers

The Edo State Police Command on Friday said it has arrested five suspects who were allegedly involved in the killings of farmers in two separate communities in the State. Recall that two persons were killed in Eware Community in  Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State  on Thursday by suspected Fulani  herdsmen, and two
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The Edo State Police Command on Friday said it has arrested five suspects who were allegedly involved in the killings of farmers in two separate communities in the State. Recall that two persons were killed in Eware Community in  Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State  on Thursday by suspected Fulani  herdsmen, and two

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Trump to order investigation of fraud, waste in aid to Ukraine

President Donald Trump is considering launching an investigation into alleged fraud and waste of aid to Ukraine amid the ongoing war with Russia, Reuters reports. This comes shortly after a heated exchange between Trump, his deputy JD Vance, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The talks between Trump and Zelensky at the Oval Office broke down,
Trump to order investigation of fraud, waste in aid to Ukraine

President Donald Trump is considering launching an investigation into alleged fraud and waste of aid to Ukraine amid the ongoing war with Russia, Reuters reports.

This comes shortly after a heated exchange between Trump, his deputy JD Vance, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

The talks between Trump and Zelensky at the Oval Office broke down, with the Ukrainian President later seen leaving the White House.

DAILY POST reports that Zelensky was in the United States to sign a minerals deal with President Trump.

However, it has now been confirmed that the formal agreement will not proceed for the time being.

Trump to order investigation of fraud, waste in aid to Ukraine

Five airlines get NCAA’s approval, set to begin operations

The Director General of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, Capt Chris Najomo, has disclosed that in one year, it has approved five Air Operating Certificates, signalling the commencement of five new airlines in the Nigerian aviation industry. The NCAA boss said this during a stakeholders’ meeting, headed by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development,
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The Director General of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, Capt Chris Najomo, has disclosed that in one year, it has approved five Air Operating Certificates, signalling the commencement of five new airlines in the Nigerian aviation industry. The NCAA boss said this during a stakeholders’ meeting, headed by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development,

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Russia-Ukraine War: You’re not alone — Polish PM Tusk, President Macron back Zelensky

Amid the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, the latter has secured further backing from both French President Emmanuel Macron and his Polish counterpart, Donald Tusk. The two leaders made their positions public on Friday, shortly after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky fell out with U.S. President Donald Trump. Trump, after a heated exchange at the
Russia-Ukraine War: You’re not alone — Polish PM Tusk, President Macron back Zelensky

Amid the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, the latter has secured further backing from both French President Emmanuel Macron and his Polish counterpart, Donald Tusk.

The two leaders made their positions public on Friday, shortly after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky fell out with U.S. President Donald Trump.

Trump, after a heated exchange at the Oval Office on Friday, declared that Zelensky is not ready for peace.

Reacting to the exchange, President Macron wrote on X: “Russia is the aggressor, and we must respect those who have been fighting since the beginning.”

Similarly, Polish Prime Minister Tusk, in a post on his X handle, wrote, “Dear @ZelenskyyUa, dear Ukrainian friends, you are not alone.”

Russia-Ukraine War: You’re not alone — Polish PM Tusk, President Macron back Zelensky

ECOWAS court dismisses case on Kudirat Abiola’s killing

The Community Court of Justice, ECOWAS, has declared a case filed by Khalifa Abiola and two others against the Federal Government of Nigeria over alleged human rights violations concerning the assassination of the late Mrs Kudirat Abiola as inadmissible. In its ruling delivered on Friday, Justice Edward Amoako Asante, the Judge Rapporteur, stated that the
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The Community Court of Justice, ECOWAS, has declared a case filed by Khalifa Abiola and two others against the Federal Government of Nigeria over alleged human rights violations concerning the assassination of the late Mrs Kudirat Abiola as inadmissible. In its ruling delivered on Friday, Justice Edward Amoako Asante, the Judge Rapporteur, stated that the

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Police arrest two more suspects in Plateau attempted kidnapping case

The Plateau State Police Command has arrested two additional suspects in connection with Tuesday’s attempted kidnapping incident on Little Rayfield Road, Jos, which led to the killing of two officers. It was learned that the latest suspects, Abubakar Mohammed and Ahmed Musa, were apprehended with the AK-47 rifle taken from the two police officers who
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The Plateau State Police Command has arrested two additional suspects in connection with Tuesday’s attempted kidnapping incident on Little Rayfield Road, Jos, which led to the killing of two officers. It was learned that the latest suspects, Abubakar Mohammed and Ahmed Musa, were apprehended with the AK-47 rifle taken from the two police officers who

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