NLC calls for N154,000 as new minimum wage

The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) has formally called for a national minimum wage increase to N154,000, citing worsening economic conditions and a sharp decline in workers’ purchasing power.

Benue records 383 suspected Lassa Fever cases with 47 confirmed

The Benue State Government has reported a rise in suspected cases of Lassa fever, with health authorities confirming ongoing efforts to contain the outbreak.

Update: Senegal to file appeal over AFCON title strip

Senegal’s football authorities have announced plans to appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport after the nation was stripped of its Africa Cup of Nations title.

Eid-il-Fitr: FG Declares Thursday, Friday Public Holidays

The Federal Government has declared Thursday, March 19, and Friday, March 20, 2026, as public holidays to mark Eid al-Fitr, celebrating the end of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan.

AFCON final result overturned as CAF strips Senegal of title

In a stunning and unprecedented decision, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially declared Morocco the winner of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), stripping Senegal of the title following a post-final ruling.

Open Heaven 18 March 2026 Wednesday Daily Devotional By Pastor E. A. Adeboye

TOPIC: Remember Your Creator[18 Wednesday, March 2026] 

  MEMORISE: Remember now thy Creator in the days of thy youth, while the evil days come not, nor the years draw nigh, when thou shalt say, I have no pleasure in them; – Ecclesiastes 12:1 (KJV)

Troops free five kidnap victims, recover arms in Benue

Troops of Operation WHIRL STROKE have successfully rescued five kidnapped victims and recovered weapons and ammunition during separate operations in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State.

Oscars 2026: Check out full list of winners

The Academy Awards returned in grand style in 2026, bringing together some of the biggest names in global cinema for a night celebrating outstanding achievements in film.

FIFA sanctions Nigeria, DR Congo over W’Cup play-off infractions

FIFA has sanctioned the Nigeria Football Federation and the DR Congo Football Federation following disciplinary incidents that occurred during their 2026 FIFA World Cup African play-off final.

Four suspected bandits arrested at Akure airport

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has confirmed the arrest of four suspected bandits within the vicinity of Akure Airport, Ondo State, following a coordinated security operation involving aviation and local security agencies.