Author: NewsUltra360
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NLC CALLS ON COURTS TO PROTECT WORKERS FROM EXPLOITATION
Workers’ rights are human rights—courts must act! The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has urged the judiciary to shield employees from workplace exploitation, citing rising injustices and power imbalances with employers. NLC President Joe Ajaero made the appeal at the 4th International Labour Adjudication and Arbitration Forum in Abuja. Ajaero stressed that labour justice isn’t charity—it’s…
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FCT STREETLIGHTS GET SECURITY UPGRADE TO CURB VANDALISM
Abuja’s streets are getting smarter—and safer! FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has revealed that streetlights in Abuja are being fitted with surveillance features to stop vandals. The upgrade, led by China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) and CGC Nigerian Ltd, will link streetlights to a control room, capturing any attempts at theft or damage. Wike said…
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CBN WARNS AGAINST NAIRA MUTILATION, SHOWS OFF REFORM WINS
Keep the Naira clean, protect Nigeria’s economy! The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has urged Nigerians to stop spraying, mutilating, counterfeiting, or hawking Naira notes, calling it a national duty to respect the currency. The warning came at the CBN Special Day during the 47th Kaduna International Trade Fair. Deputy Director Sidi Hakama highlighted the…
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NUT APPLAUDS FG FOR N350M TEACHER AWARDS
Outstanding teachers get recognition, but welfare remains key! The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has commended the Federal Government for awarding 12 exceptional teachers N350 million at the National Teachers’ Summit, celebrating their dedication and excellence. Each teacher received ₦25 million, with Mr. Taiwo Solanke from the South-West scooping the top prize of ₦50 million.…
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BROU LEADS NIGERIA’S CHARGE AT AFRICAN JUNIOR FENCING CHAMPS
Nigeria’s fencing prodigy takes on Africa’s best! Eighteen-year-old Inkosi Brou, grandson of the late Prof. Dora Akunyili, will spearhead Nigeria’s four-man team at the 2026 African Junior Fencing Championships in Dakar, Senegal (Feb. 16–20). Brou, Nigeria’s first global fencing medallist, is ranked 13th in men’s sabre and won silver at the 2024 World Tournoi Satellite…
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BAUCHI GOV COMMITS TO HEALTHCARE & GENDER EQUALITY
Bauchi strengthens its push for healthier, fairer communities! Governor Bala Mohammed has reaffirmed Bauchi State’s dedication to quality healthcare, gender equality, and social protection, during a visit from UNICEF and Global Affairs Canada. He highlighted programs that have already benefited over 16,000 people through youth entrepreneurship, women empowerment, and nutrition initiatives. The governor noted boosts…
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NCS TO BREAK EXPORT BARRIERS FOR ONION FARMERS
Nigeria’s onion exporters get a boost! The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has pledged to remove non-tariff barriers and streamline operations to make exports easier for onion farmers and other traders. Comptroller-General Bashir Adeniyi assured stakeholders that customs will work with relevant agencies to create a facilitating trade environment. The move follows a visit by the…
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FCT BUS TERMINALS READY TO LAUNCH, WAITING FEC APPROVAL
Abuja commuters may soon ride in style! Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, says the three newly built bus and taxi terminals in Kugbo, Mabushi, and CBD will start operations once the Federal Executive Council (FEC) approves qualified private operators. The terminals, built at ₦51 billion, were completed in 2025 but remain…
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RUSSIAN STRIKES KILL 2 AS UKRAINE ENERGY GRID TARGETED
Winter blackout woes deepen amid renewed attacks. President Volodymyr Zelensky reported that two people died and 10 were injured after Russia launched 25 missiles and 219 drones targeting Ukraine’s energy infrastructure in Kyiv, Odessa, Dnipro, and other regions. Millions remain without electricity or heating amid freezing temperatures. Zelensky called for more Patriot air defence systems…
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KWARA BANDITS DEMAND ₦100M RANSOM AFTER FOREST GUARD KILLED
Community on edge as widow’s life hangs in the balance. Tension grips Oba-Isin, Kwara State, after armed bandits killed local forest guard Raheem “Baba Kafaya” Ogunrinde during a gun duel Wednesday night and abducted his wife, Funke Ogunrinde, demanding a ₦100 million ransom for her release. Residents are fleeing the town in fear, while security…
