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FCT : JUAC President Gives Reasons For Indefinite Strike

President of the Joint Union Action Congress (JUAC), Mrs. Rifkatu Iortyer, says unresolved welfare issues led to commencement of indefinite strike by aggrieved staff of the Federal Capital Territory Administration , FCTA. Speaking to journalists in Abuja, Mrs. Iortyer said the industrial action became inevitable following the persistent failure of management to address critical staff concerns. According to her, “some of the concerns included non-remittance of pension and National Housing […]

todayJanuary 19, 2026

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NAHCON Issues Medical Eligibility Guidelines For 2026 Hajj

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has announced approved medical eligibility guidelines for Nigerians intending to perform the 2026 Hajj, urging all prospective pilgrims to take note and comply strictly. In a statement released by the Commission’s management, NAHCON disclosed that pilgrims diagnosed with certain medical conditions will not be permitted to participate in the 2026 Hajj. It says the directive aligns with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s international […]

todayJanuary 19, 2026

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Adeyanju Condemns Pardon, Pampering Of Terrorists

Human Rights Lawyer Deji Adeyanju has condemned continued negotiation, payment, forgiveness, appeasement of bandits and terrorists in the country. Deji Adeyanju who made the call in a statement issued to newsmen in Abuja, said this act amounts to indirect financing of terrorism activities. "Terrorists do not repent, and banditry is not a misunderstanding that can be settled across negotiation tables. These are criminals who should be arrested, prosecuted, and jailed, […]

todayJanuary 19, 2026

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FCTA/FCDA Offices Shut As JUAC Strike Begins

Activities at the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) and the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) were brought to a halt on Monday morning as the Joint Union Action Committee (JUAC) commenced an indefinite strike action over demands for improved working conditions. As early as 8:00 a.m., the main gates of the FCTA/FCDA Secretariat were under lock and key, preventing staff and visitors from gaining access to the complex. The closure […]

todayJanuary 19, 2026

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Gold Refinery: FG Dismisses NEF’s Claims Of Violating Federal Character Principles

The Federal Government has dismissed claims by the Northern Elders Forum, NEF, that it violated the principle of federal character by siting a gold refinery in Lagos. This is contained in a statement signed by the Special Adviser to the Minister of Solid Minerals Development on media, Segun Tomori in Abuja. The statement says the refinery is a wholly private-sector initiative and not a Federal Government project. It describes the […]

todayJanuary 19, 2026

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Alake Re-elected Chairman Africa Minerals Strategy Group

African Ministers responsible for solid minerals and mining have re-elected Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, as Chairman of the Africa Minerals Strategy Group, AMSG. Dr. Alake was re-elected at the 2026 Annual General Meeting of the continental body held on the sidelines of the Future Minerals Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The Africa Minerals Strategy Group is a forum of African mining ministers working to promote […]

todayJanuary 18, 2026

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NSE Critical Stakeholders In Nation Building – Utsev

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening collaboration with the Nigerian Society of Engineers, NSE, to deliver world-class infrastructure capable of standing the test of time. Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof. Joseph Terlumun Utsev, made this known at the investiture of Engr. Alimasuya Rabiu as the 35th President of the Nigerian Society of Engineers, held at the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa, Abuja. According to […]

todayJanuary 18, 2026

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SDP Holds Night Of Tributes To Honour Late Akwashiki

The Social Democratic Party, SDP, has described the late Senator Godiya Akwashiki as a shining star whose life was defined by honour, compassion and selfless service to humanity. National Chairman of the party, Professor Sadiq Gombe, made this known at an evening of tributes organised by the party’s National Working Committee in Lafia, Nasarawa State. Professor Gombe said the death of Senator Akwashiki, who represented Nasarawa North Senatorial District in […]

todayJanuary 15, 2026

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Rivers Political Crisis – PANDEF Constitutes Reconciliation Committee

The Pan-Niger Delta Forum, PANDEF, has set up a seven-member High-Level Peace and Reconciliation Committee to address the political crisis in Rivers State. At the inauguration in Abuja, the National Chairman of PANDEF, Ambassador Godknows Igali, emphasized that the committee, will mediate between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the Rivers State House of Assembly. Ambassador Igali explained that the committee will engage key stakeholders, facilitate dialogue, promote reconciliation, and recommend steps […]

todayJanuary 13, 2026