The event was the condolence
visit of Her Excellency. Senator Remi Tinubu's Official Visit to Benue State,
29 July 2025
Nigeria’s Nurses’ Strike Ends Amid Relief and Lingering Doubts
After
days of nationwide disruption in public health services, the National
Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) has officially suspended
its industrial action. The announcement was made on August 1, 2025, by
Nigeria’s Minister of Health, Ali Pate, following a closed-door meeting with
union leaders. However, the union's decision to remain silent on the details of
the resolution has sparked a mix of public emotions ranging from relief to
skepticism.
How the Strike Began
The strike was rooted in long-standing grievances related to poor welfare and substandard working conditions for nurses in federal health institutions. NANNM had issued a 15-day ultimatum to the government on July 14, 2025, demanding:
The event was the condolence visit of Her Excellency. Senator Remi Tinubu's Official Visit to Benue State, 29 July 2025
The AI Tipping Point: Microsoft Identifies 40 Jobs Most Exposed to Generative Technology
In a ground-breaking study that’s shaking up
workforce expectations, Microsoft researchers have unveiled a list of the 40 professions most exposed to generative AI,
and surprisingly, even traditionally “secure” roles like teaching have made the
cut. The report marks a pivotal moment in our understanding of how artificial
intelligence is reshaping, not replacing, jobs across industries.
The researchers examined over 200,000 real-world interactions with Copilot, Microsoft's generative AI assistant, to analyze which roles align most closely with the tasks AI can currently perform. The conclusion? Jobs centered around writing, analysis, data handling, and communication are particularly vulnerable.
The event was the condolence visit of Her Excellency. Senator Remi Tinubu's Official Visit to Benue State, 29 July 2025
Nigeria's New Industrial Relations Policy: Progress or Power Play?
In an effort to reshape the landscape of labor relations in Nigeria, the Federal Government has officially approved the National Industrial Relations Policy (NIRP) 2025. This landmark decision comes amid mounting dissatisfaction across the country’s labor sector and an ongoing strike by health workers, reigniting debates over government-labor dynamics.
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| Dikko Umar Radda, Executive Governor, Katsina State |
Katsina State's Security-Driven Development Strategy: Beyond Barriers and Budgets
In a bold response to mounting insecurity and underdevelopment, the Katsina State Government has launched a sweeping initiative that combines healthcare security, infrastructure expansion, and strategic coordination. But beyond fencing hospitals and building roads lies an opportunity to shape lasting change, one rooted in community trust, service quality, sustainability, and accountability.
Fortifying Health Facilities in
High-Risk Zones
With ₦703 million earmarked to secure 14 general hospitals across volatile local government areas, Katsina’s latest move underscores the urgency to protect medical personnel and patients. From Kankara to Jibia, the plan includes perimeter fences and security barricades, visible deterrents aimed at stemming attacks and theft.
From Ireland to Naija: Natterjack Whiskey's Bold Entry into Nigerian Culture
The Nigerian whiskey scene has a new contender, and it’s strutting in with the swagger of a fearless toad. On July 10th, Natterjack Irish Whiskey officially launched at Drinks.ng in Lagos, captivating a crowd of influencers, distributors, and whiskey lovers. More than a brand drop, this event marked the arrival of a whiskey that dares to be different.
Confronting Nigeria’s Human Trafficking Crisis: Beyond Awareness, Towards Action
As the
world commemorates the 2025 World Day Against Trafficking in Persons,
Nigeria finds itself grappling with a pervasive and increasingly complex human
trafficking crisis. Under the UN's rallying theme “Human Trafficking is
Organised Crime, End the Exploitation,” this moment calls for more than symbolic
gestures, it demands transformative change.
A Disturbing Reality
Between 2020 and 2023, more than 200,000 trafficking victims were globally identified, with nearly half under the age of 26 and a quarter being children. Nigeria remains one of the epicenters of this crisis, especially affecting young women and children who are caught in a web of false promises and brutal exploitation.
Tunde Alausa, Nigeria's Hon. Minister of Education
Reviving Nigeria’s Education System: Inside Minister Tunde Alausa’s Reform Agenda
In a
revealing interview on Politics Today, Nigeria's Minister of
Education, Dr. Tunde Alausa, laid out a sweeping vision for transforming the
nation's education system. From digitization efforts to engagement with union
leaders, his approach signals a determined shift in policy and perception. Here
are the key points of that interview:
ASUU Welfare and Strike
Prevention
Nigeria’s Bold Proposal: Can Banning Public Servants from Private Schools and Hospitals Transform Public Trust?
In 2025,
Nigeria’s House of Representatives shook the national discourse with a
provocative bill: the Private Institutions and Health Care Service Providers
(Prohibition) Bill. Sponsored by Hon. Amobi Ogah from Abia State, the bill
seeks to ban public and civil servants and their
families from patronizing private schools, hospitals, and seeking medical attention
abroad.
Supporters hail it as a transformative move to reinvest in public systems. Detractors warn of rights violations and systemic strain. But one thing is clear: Nigeria is asking hard questions about leadership accountability and the social contract.
What's Buzzing in Nigeria: From Tinubu’s Lavish Rewards to TikTok Pranks and Peter Obi’s Debt Alarm
Nigeria’s
digital streets have been nothing short of electric this July 2025. From social
media showdowns and celebrity controversies to political critiques that are
rattling government windows, here’s your ultimate guide to what’s trending
across platforms, from X to WhatsApp.
Government,
Grit & Gratitude: Tinubu’s Gift to the Super Falcons
President Bola Tinubu made headlines by awarding members of Nigeria’s Women’s National Football Team, the Super Falcons, ₦150 million each, national honors, and 3-bedroom apartments. While many celebrated the gesture as long-overdue recognition for women in sports, critics questioned the timing and scale of the reward, especially amid healthcare strikes and rising economic pressure.
Crossroads of Brotherhood: Ghana–Nigeria Tensions and the Historical Echoes of Migration Politics
A
protest erupted in Ghana involving large groups of citizens demanding the
removal of Nigerians from the country. The demonstrators accused Nigerian
nationals, particularly individuals of Igbo descent, of involvement in crimes
such as prostitution, ritual killings, kidnapping, and unlawful occupation of
markets.
· Protesters
carried placards alleging:
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Rising cases of prostitution and violent crimes.
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Kidnappings and ritual-related killings.
o Market and land takeovers by Nigerians.
