…despite their enormous contribution to the nation's economy. According to the organisation, more than 93 per cent of Nigeria's working population earn their livelihoods in the informal sector, yet most lack access to pensions, health insurance and other social protection measures that could cushion the effects of econo…

…"Yet some employers began acting as though gratuity no longer existed. In some organisations, including where I worked, we resisted attempts to stop gratuity payments." Ajaero commended President Bola Tinubu for recognising what he described as an anomaly and moving to restore gratuity payments. "Now the President, in…

…country. It was capable of derailing the political process and, several persons and organisations including the judiciary, scrambled to douse the fires its was beginning to ignite. Not since the country's return to the democratic path twenty six years ago, has a judgement attracted this much opprobrium with no known bo…

…secrecy was compromised in 17 percent of locations. Abdullahi, while presenting the organisation's final Process and Results Verification for Transparency, PRVT, statement on the election, said: "The widespread reports of vote buying and voter inducement also undermined the integrity of voter choice and remained a seri…

…nationwide. The central problem is not whether livestock production should be modernised. It should. The problem is the repeated assumption that the burden of adjustment must fall on communities that did not invite it, did not consent to it, and may already have planned their land for other lawful uses. If the Federal…

…scholar and former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Soludo was not diminishing the Igbo people. Rather, he was highlighting a painful reality: while Ndi Igbo are renowned for entrepreneurship and wealth creation, much of that wealth is invested outside the region, leaving the domestic economy underdeveloped. Hi…

Abiy Ahmed, Ethiopia’s Prime Minister has secured a decisive political victory after his Prosperity Party retained its overwhelming majority in

…candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) Dare Bejide scored 12,872 votes, to finish third in the election contested by 13 political parties. Presenting the organisation's final assessment of the poll, Yiaga Africa stated that its Watching The Vote (WTV) Parallel Vote Tabulation (PVT) findings showed that the…

…report UNITED Kingdom's Keir Starmer is expected to announce his resignation as prime minister today after overwhelming pressure from Labour MPs to make way for Andy Burnham to become Labour leader. Starmer's departure will set the UK on course for a seventh prime minister in 10 years, just two years after he led Labou…

…transparency, and accountability remained the cornerstone of effective public administration. He also emphasised that public officers must consistently demonstrate professionalism and remain accountable for their actions and decisions, noting that corruption not only erodes institutional credibility but also hampers na…

Tennis great Serena Williams, who retired in 2022, has been awarded a wildcard for the Wimbledon grass court championships starting in a week. Organisers released their initial list of wildcards on Sunday, with Williams, a seven-time champion at the All England Club, one of eight players awarded a place in the ladies s…

…"In Rotary, we give members a place to belong. We help keep students in school. We organise vaccination campaigns that protect children. These results are real, and they matter deeply. But to create lasting impact asks a harder question: What happens next?" he said. The incoming Rotary leader explained that lasting imp…

Tunisia captain Ellyes Skhiri has apologised to supporters after the Carthage Eagles were kicked out from the FIFA 2026 World

…school fees. "We will face difficult times if no help comes from the relevant interventionist agencies of government," the victims said.

Keep track of the dates, tournament calendar and latest results for the 2026 ATP and WTA Tours.

…“I want to champion Mikel because he is a player capable of making history for Spanish football.” Vanguard News

…deciding to leave. According to the TV host, she was in a relationship with a fellow minister in the church, and both of them were heavily involved in church activities. However, things changed after the relationship ended. She said continuing to serve in the same environment became difficult following the breakup. The…

…reflects the people's confidence in progressive governance, noting that Oyebanji's administration has remained focused on development, inclusiveness and the welfare of citizens. Oyintiloye said the APC's victory in Ekiti signalled the party's popularity, expressing confidence that it would secure an even more decisive…

American tennis legend Serena Williams is set to make a stunning return to singles competition at Wimbledon later this month

…road network. The decision was reached after a meeting involving the Lagos State Ministry of Transportation, the Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), and the Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria (RTEAN). The meeting, which was held on Saturday…

…have travelled from the New Maraban Jos area to attend an Islamic lecture reportedly organised at a local school in the old Maraban Jos axis. She allegedly lost her way after being separated from some of her companions and sought directions from children in the neighbourhood. Shortly afterwards, some residents reported…

…in the state. Lawal also noted that the state's prevailing zoning considerations diminish any prospect of Adebutu succeeding Governor Dapo Abiodun. Responding, the PDP youth leader argued that the APC's focus on Adebutu confirms his "growing popularity, acceptance and connection with the people of Ogun State." He said,…

…qualified indigenous Muslims should be given priority in positions relating to the administration of religious affairs within the state.” He specifically questioned the appointment of a representative for Delta Central, arguing that there are competent indigenous Muslims within the senatorial district capable of occupy…

…axis, on June 15, 2026, at approximately 10:48 a.m., intercepted a gold-coloured Nissan Maxima vehicle with registration number FKJ 666 KA during routine patrol operations. “Consequently, two male suspects identified as Ibrahim Mohammed Dabban and Ndako Sulaimon, both residents of the Sabo area of Sagamu, Ogun State, w…

…Iran’s chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said. – ‘New leaf?’ – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meanwhile said troops would remain in south Lebanon “as long as necessary” and vowed that he would “not allow Iran to acquire nuclear weapons”. Iran’s state broadcaster said the nuclear programme had not bee…