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Yushau Shuaib Calls for Halt to Institutional Harassment in Nigeria
Communication expert Yushau Shuaib is pushing for an end to institutional bullying, citing his contentious removal from a NIPSS executive course as a case study in the suppression of fundamental rights.
Jigawa holds funeral for boat disaster victims as rescue mission persists
Funeral rites for victims of the Jigawa canoe accident have taken place, with Governor Umar Namadi pledging to build a bridge to prevent future tragedies as rescue operations continue.
Federal Government Disputes Claims of Excessive Debt Accumulation
Minister of Finance Taiwo Oyedele clarifies that Nigeria's public debt figures are being misinterpreted, attributing the reported increase to currency revaluation and the formalization of inherited debt rather than new borrowing.
Nigerian Government Confirms Safety of FGGC Monguno Students Following False Attack Reports
The Nigerian Ministry of Education has refuted claims of a terror attack on FGGC Monguno, confirming that all students and staff are safe and school operations remain normal.
Taiwo Oyedele clarifies causes behind Nigeria’s ballooning public debt
Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele argues that Nigeria's rising debt figures stem from naira depreciation and accounting adjustments rather than excessive new borrowing by the Tinubu administration.
Kwankwaso Reveals Reasons for Supporting Peter Obi
Rabiu Kwankwaso explains how collaborative efforts and shared policy goals convinced him to back Peter Obi for the 2027 presidential race.
Jigawa Governor’s Unannounced Secretariat Visit Sparks Anxiety Among Officials
Governor Umar Namadi’s surprise inspection of the Jigawa State Secretariat revealed widespread absenteeism among commissioners and top officials, triggering fears of disciplinary consequences.
Central Bank of Nigeria Addresses Dormant Accounts Linked to PFIPC Controversy
The Central Bank of Nigeria confirmed that two bank accounts linked to the PFIPC never saw any activity after the council failed to provide the required signatory information.
South African economy suffering after xenophobic attacks on migrant businesses
NICASA President Frank Onyekwelu explains that South African communities are suffering economic hardship following the closure of foreign-owned businesses targeted in recent xenophobic attacks.
DSS Challenges Life Sentences Given to Ansaru Terrorist Leaders
The DSS intends to appeal the life sentences given to two Ansaru terror leaders, arguing the punishment is insufficient for their involvement in deadly kidnapping schemes.