Over 19 months after the Supreme Court granted financial autonomy to Nigeria's 774 LGAs, state governors exploit constitutional gaps to resist full implementation, stalling grassroots development. Read the full investigation.
The Nigeria Labour Congress warns the Federal Government that the new tax laws undermine the tax system and democracy. Get the full details on the controversy, including reactions from Oshiomhole, APC, and tax experts.
Ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo discloses that rival Nigerian labour factions were financed by US CIA and Soviet KGB, prompting his 1999 reform to create a sovereign NLC.
The Nigeria Labour Congress demands suspension of new tax reforms, warning they deepen hardship and exclude workers' input. NLC President Joe Ajaero issues strong warning in Abuja.
NLC President Joe Ajaero demands urgent review of Nigeria's new tax law, calling it regressive. He warns it will impoverish workers and undermine democracy. Read the full story.
The Trade Union Congress urges government action to protect workers from inflation and high living costs. Read about their demands for tax reform and wage review.
The Trade Union Congress warns that poverty and austerity policies are pushing workers to the brink. TUC President Festus Osifo demands urgent, people-centred government action.
Peter Obi's defection to the ADC fractures the Labour Party, triggers diverse reactions from Atiku, Abure's LP faction, and Lagos APC, while the South-East adopts ADC as a new platform. Governor Alex Otti, however, pledges to remain in LP.
Analysis of Nigeria's lingering crisis over arbitrary local government creation, from 240 native authorities in 1960 to 774 today. Explores historical data, military nepotism, and constitutional hurdles.
Oby Ezekwesili calls for immediate suspension of Nigeria's Tax Reform Act, citing grave constitutional concerns over a disputed gazetted version. She demands a transparent inquiry.
Analysis argues state police is a constitutional necessity, not a political luxury, for tackling the unique security crisis in Nigeria's South-East region. Calls for reform.
Delta State Government vows to prioritize citizen welfare and deliver high-quality, enduring infrastructure projects without borrowing, as stated by the Governor's spokesperson.
The National Christian Elders Forum urges President Tinubu to replace the 1999 Constitution before the 2027 elections, citing illegitimacy and religious conflict. Read their full demands.
Stakeholders at the Ijakadi festival in Offa call for deliberate government investment in cultural heritage as a viable source of foreign earnings and economic development for Nigeria.
Israel becomes the first nation to recognise Somaliland's independence, drawing fierce condemnation from Somalia, the African Union, and regional allies. Read the full diplomatic fallout.
Kwara state teachers protest being left out of a 30% salary allowance. They accuse the NUT leadership of inaction and reveal many are surviving on loans. Read the full story.
The Trump administration has banned five Europeans, including a former EU commissioner, from entering the US. They are accused of coercing tech firms to censor American viewpoints. Read the full details.
Atiku Abubakar alleges illegal alterations to Tinubu's tax reform bill, calling it treason. He demands suspension of the law set for Jan 1, 2026, and a full investigation.
President Tinubu, NLC, and activists commemorated Pa Michael Imoudu's 20th memorial, praising his sacrifice for Nigerian workers. Read about his enduring legacy.
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has approved a new Teachers Specific Allowance, ranging from 21% to 27.5%, effective January 2026. This follows pressure from the Nigeria Union of Teachers. Read the full details.
An analysis of Nigeria's governance crisis, arguing that the 1999 Constitution undermines federalism and makes state police essential. Calls for constitutional reform to empower states.
The Guardian's Ann Godwin wins NMMA Female Reporter and DMOMA Media Personality awards. WSCIJ and NUJ Rivers celebrate her data-driven journalism and impact on Niger Delta communities. Read more.
Peter Obi warns Nigeria's democracy is undermined by vote buying, criticising lawmakers for failing to criminalise inducements at party primaries. Read his full statement.
The historic EU-Mercosur trade pact, creating the world's largest free trade zone, faces delay due to farmer protests. A new signing date is now targeted for January 12 in Paraguay. Get the full details.
The Afonja Descendants Union in Ilorin calls on Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq and the Emir to intervene in an alleged illegal land acquisition crisis at Modi and Ogundele. They urge a peaceful resolution.
Thousands protest President Javier Milei's labour reforms in Argentina, which unions say erode workers' rights. The bill aims to boost formal hiring but faces fierce opposition.
Workers in Enugu, Rivers, and Ebonyi joined a nationwide NLC protest against insecurity, accusing the Federal Government of not protecting lives and property. Read their demands.
A landmark EU-Mercosur trade deal, 20 years in the making, faces a crunch vote. While promising a massive free-trade zone, it sparks fierce protests from European farmers fearing cheap imports. Read the full details.
A landmark EU-Mercosur trade deal faces a major setback as Italy and France demand more safeguards for farmers, casting doubt on a signing ceremony planned for this weekend in Brazil.
Germany's coalition government overhauls unemployment benefits, introducing stricter penalties for job seekers who refuse work or miss appointments. The reform aims to boost employment amid economic downturn.