The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has expressed deep sorrow over the sudden death of renowned labour activist and intellectual, Abiodun “Aremson” Aremu, while calling for an immediate and thorough probe into the circumstances surrounding his passing. The 65-year-old activist reportedly lost his life in a hit-and-run incident near his home in Ifo, Ogun State, on Sunday, October 12, 2025. In a statement signed by NLC President, Joe Ajaero, the labour body described Aremu’s death as a huge loss to the Nigerian working class and to all who have dedicated their lives to the fight for justice and equality. The Congress…
Author: Omolemi Eboisetale
The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has assured Nigerian workers that the rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation will not put their retirement security at risk but will instead strengthen the pension system through the adoption of smart and technology-driven solutions. Speaking at the 2025 Labour Writers Association of Nigeria (LAWAN) Conference held in Ibadan, Oyo State, the Director-General of PenCom, Ms. Omolola Oloworaran, emphasized that AI presents an opportunity to modernize Nigeria’s pension framework. The conference was themed “Future of Work in the Era of Artificial Intelligence: A Wake-Up Call for Stakeholders.” Oloworaran praised LAWAN for initiating the discussion…
The Nigerian Army has launched an investigation into the mysterious death of a soldier and his wife at the Wawa Military Cantonment in Niger State. The tragic incident, which occurred on October 11, has thrown the barracks community into deep mourning. According to reports, the soldier, identified as Lance Corporal Akenleye Femi of the 221 Battalion, allegedly killed his wife before taking his own life inside their apartment located at Block 15, Room 24 of the Corporals and Below Quarters. Residents were left in shock as news of the couple’s death spread through the barracks. Confirming the development, the spokesman…
Veteran Nollywood actress Bukky Wright has been nominated for the Best Supporting Actress category at the upcoming Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA 2025), marking a major milestone in her celebrated comeback to the Nigerian film industry. The actress, who took a long break from the big screen, expressed her excitement and gratitude after being recognized for her role in Red Circle, a project directed by filmmaker Nora Awolowo. Wright described the nomination as both humbling and rewarding, saying it felt like “rediscovering a piece of herself she truly missed.” In a heartfelt Instagram post, she wrote, “We’re back! My heart…
Hamas is preparing to release a second group of Israeli hostages as part of a ceasefire agreement facilitated by U.S. President Donald Trump. A Red Cross convoy is currently on its way to a designated handover point in southern Gaza, where several hostages are expected to be freed. This move follows the earlier release of seven hostages in Gaza City, signaling progress in ongoing negotiations. The hostage exchange forms part of a broader deal involving 47 hostages, both living and deceased, who were captured during the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel. Sources involved in the talks confirmed that…
Nigeria’s non-oil export sector has experienced significant growth, with earnings reaching N4.8 trillion in the first half of 2025 a 391% increase from N977 billion in the same period of 2021. Despite this surge, local investors face challenges in capitalizing on the boom. Foreign operators, particularly from countries like India, China, Lebanon, and Vietnam, dominate the sector. These foreign investors often have access to cheaper funding and more favorable terms, allowing them to outbid local exporters and circumvent regulations such as the Nigerian Export Proceed (NXP) form, which mandates the repatriation of export proceeds. Dr. Ojo Ajanaku, President of the…
Minister of Works, David Umahi, has called on Nigerians both at home and abroad to stop speaking ill of the country, urging citizens to promote unity, hope and patriotism in their words and actions. Speaking in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja, Umahi expressed disappointment over what he described as a growing culture of negativity among Nigerians. He said, “I feel so sad when people demarket the country both outside and inside Nigeria, cursing without knowledge. This is because a job is very easy when you are not the one doing it. Let there be…
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has commenced a two-week warning strike starting Monday, October 13, 2025, citing the Federal Government’s failure to address critical issues affecting the nation’s university system. The union had previously issued a 14-day ultimatum to the government, which it says went unheeded. Prof. Chris Piwuna, ASUU National President, announced the industrial action in Abuja, stressing that the government’s inaction left the union with no choice but to proceed. “We have been patient, but the issues we raised remain unresolved,” he stated, highlighting the union’s frustration over ongoing delays. Among ASUU’s key demands are the…
Central Bank of Nigeria Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, will lead Nigeria’s delegation to the 2025 World Bank and International Monetary Fund Annual Meetings scheduled to begin on Monday in Washington DC. The high-level gathering will bring together global finance leaders to discuss key economic issues and strategies for sustainable development. According to a statement released by the Presidency, Cardoso is attending the event in his capacity as Nigeria’s alternate governor at the World Bank and IMF. He will represent the country on behalf of the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, who is currently indisposed. The…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned that Russia is exploiting the world’s shifting focus away from the ongoing war in Ukraine, as international attention drifts toward other global crises. He urged Kyiv’s allies to step up military support, particularly air defence systems, to counter intensified Russian attacks. In a statement on Sunday, Zelensky said Moscow had increased strikes across several regions in recent weeks, taking advantage of what he called “a moment of reduced global attention.” He remarked, “Russia is now taking advantage of the fact that the Middle East and domestic issues in every country are getting maximum attention.”…
Dozens of soldiers were killed overnight as Afghanistan and Pakistan exchanged heavy fire along their shared border, marking one of the deadliest confrontations between the two nations in recent years. Both sides claimed to have inflicted severe casualties in the clashes that erupted late Saturday, further straining an already fragile relationship. Afghanistan’s Taliban-led government said the fighting was launched in response to what it described as Pakistani air strikes on Kabul and other parts of the country last Thursday. Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid stated that 58 Pakistani soldiers were killed and about 30 others injured, while nine Taliban fighters also…
The Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC) has initiated a major national effort to position Nigeria within the booming $5 billion global Aloe Vera market. The move aims to boost industrial growth, create employment, and promote export diversification across multiple sectors of the economy. Speaking during a National Stakeholders’ Engagement on Aloe Vera Value Chain Development held in Abuja, RMRDC’s Director-General, Professor Nnanyelugo Ike-Muonso, said the initiative marks a turning point for Nigeria’s underdeveloped Aloe Vera industry. He emphasized that the project seeks to transform Aloe Vera cultivation into a thriving value chain that will strengthen the nation’s manufacturing…