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Transfer control of some federal roads to us | Governors tell FG
State governors have asked the Federal Government to transfer control of some Federal roads in their states to them for rehabilitation. They made the demand at the national economic council…
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Deploying soldiers to tackle civil matters may lead to a coup | Afenifere warns FG
The Pan-Yoruba socio-cultural organisation, Afenifere has said it is dangerous for the military to be deployed to tackle civil matters in some parts of the country. This was contained in a…
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FG to begin 60-day action plan on ease of doing business
The Federal Government will on October 2 begin another 60 days action plan on the ease of doing business in the country. Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment Okechukwu Enelamah,…
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Why FG shouldn’t be blamed for health workers’ strike – Ngige
Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige has said the ongoing strike by the National Association of Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) is not the fault of the Federal Government. He…
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Amnesty International absent at FG panel on human rights violation
Amnesty International on Monday shunned the Presidential Panel of Investigation into the Armed Forces Compliance with Human Rights Obligations and Rules of Engagement in Rivers. Background: Amnesty International had accused the…
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FG publishes IPOB’s declaration as terrorist group
The Federal Government has gazetted the order of the Federal High Court in Abuja which proscribed the Indigenous People of Biafra and declared it a terrorist group, Punch reports. Why it…
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We know nothing about IPOB | France denies sponsoring group
France has dismissed claims by the Federal Government that it is sponsoring the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Background: Minister of Information, Lai Mohammed had told reporters that the funding…
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FG reaches agreement with SSANU, NASU to suspend strike
The Federal Government has reached an agreement with Non-Academic university unions to suspend their ongoing strike. This was disclosed by SSANU president, Samson Ugwoke on Thursday. The unions are the Joint Action…
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We will continue planned airports concession – FG
The Federal Government has said it would go on with the planned concession of major airports across the country. Minister of State for Aviation, Hadi Sirika, said this while fielding questions…
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IPOB’s activities are similar to those of a terrorist group – FG
The Federal Government has said the activities of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) are similar to those of a terrorist group. Minister of Information, Lai Mohammed said this on Tuesday…
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10 students say how they really feel about ASUU calling off the strike
ASUU has just called off a month-long strike (well, 36 days but you get the idea). Professor Biodun Ogunyemi, the ASUU President made the announcement last night after a meeting…
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FG must fulfil pledges made to ASUU – NANS
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has urged the Federal Government to fulfill its pledges to the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). NANS President, Chinonso Obasi said this…
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It’s sad states are still owing salaries – FG
The Federal Government has asked State governments to stop blackmailing it over non-payment of workers salaries. Senior Special Assistant to the President on National Assembly Matters (Senate), Sen. Ita Enang,…
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Biafra: IPOB using fake videos to mislead international community – FG
The Federal Government has accused members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) of using fake videos of mass killings from other African countries to mislead the international community. The Minister…
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New case of Yellow fever confirmed in Kwara – FG
The Ministry of Health has said a young girl in Oke Owa community, Ifelodun local government area of Kwara state has been diagnosed of Yellow fever. Minister of Health, Isaac Adewole…
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FG undertaking 24 projects in Kwara, Kogi, Niger –Senate
The Chairman, Senate Committee on Works, Senator Kabiru Gaya, has said that the Federal Government has 24 projects in Kwara, Kogi and Niger states. Gaya spoke in Ilorin, the Kwara…
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Just In: Resident doctors suspend strike
The National Association of Resident Doctors, NARD, has suspended its strike, Premium Times reports. The suspension was announced in the early hours of Thursday after a meeting of the executives…
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Call off military operation in the S’East | Ohanaeze tells FG
The Ohanaeze Ndigbo has urged the Federal Government to ask the military to immediately stop its military operation in the South-East. The group said the presence of the military was…
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Strike: We will decide when to meet FG – NASU, SSANU
The non-teaching staff of Nigerian universities on Monday said they woukd decide when to meet the Federal Government over the ongoing indefinite strike embarked upon by the unions. The members of…
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FG, states need N700bn monthly for salaries, others – Osinbajo
Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo on Monday said the Federal and State governments need N700bn monthly for payment of salaries, statutory transfers and debt servicing. Osinbajo said this in Abuja at the…
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[The Activism Blog] Environmental Rights Agency urges the FG to ban the use of generating sets in MDAs
The Federal Government of Nigeria has been advised to ban the use of generating sets in Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) across the country. This advice was given by the…
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FG approves concession of Lagos, Abuja airports
Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo has said the Federal Executive Council has agreed to concession the Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos and Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport, Abuja. Osinbajo said this on Monday while speaking…
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The YNaija Cover this evening – the 9th of September
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Accept FG’s offer and call off the strike | NANS begs ASUU
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has appealed to the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) to accept the offers made by the Federal Government. Bestman Okereafor, the spokesman…
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FG is planning to kill my son – Nnamdi Kanu’s father
Father of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Okwu Kanu has said the Federal Government is planning to kill his son. In an interview with The…
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Doctors strike: FG breaches salary payment agreement
The Federal Government on Friday breached an agreement it reached with the National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD), dashing hopes that the strike would soon be suspended. The government had…
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The Big 5: ASUU/FG reach agreement; Police launch mobile app to curb kidnapping; and other top stories
Good morning. Here are the big 5 stories you should be monitoring today: The Federal Government on Thursday warned that millions of Nigerians across the 314 local government areas may…
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No progress without quality education, NLC tells FG
The Nigeria Labour Congress has called on the Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities to embrace collective bargaining as there was no way progress would be made…
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FG protests killing of Nigerians in South Africa
The Nigerian mission in South Africa said it has expressed its displeasure at the killing of Nigerians to the government of that country. The police in South Africa had recently…
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[The Activism Blog] Why the Military must not take Amnesty International’s report on B’Haram lightly
Human right organisation Amnesty International in a fresh report said about 381 civilians were killed by the dreaded Boko Haram sect in Nigeria and Cameroon in five months. According to…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy