Author: Vincent Osuwo

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) announced they will restart negotiations with the federal government over a new national minimum wage, warning that workers can no longer cope with rising living costs as inflation continues to erode real incomes. The NLC and the TUC are pushing for what they described as a “genuine living wage” to replace the current framework, which they said no longer reflects Nigeria’s economic realities, particularly sharp increases in food, transport, housing, and healthcare costs. The position was disclosed in a joint address delivered at the 114th International Labour Conference in…

Kylian Mbappe scored twice in France’s World Cup opening against Senegal in New Jersey, becoming the country’s all-time leading goal scorer. Mbappe pierced Senegal’s resistance in the second half with a low strike before firing home a spectacular long-range attempt deep into stoppage time. The Real Madrid forward’s second goal brought his total for Les Bleus to 58, one more than former record holder Olivier Giroud. Bradley Barcola had earlier put France ahead 2-0 before Ibrahim Mbaye equalized, but Mbappe’s second goal of the game ruined Senegal’s chances of a comeback. Prior to Mbappe’s opener, France had put up a…

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has issued a stay of execution of the decision directing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to deregister the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and four other political parties. In a unanimous ruling on Tuesday, a three-member panel chaired by Justice A. B. Mohammed chastised Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court in Abuja for violating a May 22 order to pause proceedings before him, calling his actions the most serious form of judicial misconduct. “The decision of the lower court to proceed with the judgment despite the express order of this court is…

The Oyo State Government on Tuesday demolished three buildings linked to criminal activity and an arms cache. The buildings, located in a fenced compound on Arubiewe Road, Gbendu Community, off Olodo-Garage in Ibadan, were alleged to house criminals and store ammunition. Speaking to reporters at the scene, Commissioner for Public Works and Transport Mojeed Mogbonjubola stated that the structures were a “major hideout for arms and ammunition.” According to Mogbonjubola, Governor Seyi Makinde received a report on the entire process from the state commissioner of police, Mr. Abimbola Olugbenga. “So instruction came that we should demolish the buildings, and that’s…

The Senate has dismissed Senator Adams Oshiomhole’s allegations that signatures of several members were forged or unlawfully incorporated in the report that recommended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s suspension, calling the assertion false and the result of mischief. Senator Yemi Adaramodu, the Senate Spokesman, told our reporter on Tuesday that the disciplinary action against the Kogi Central senator was handled in accordance with due procedure and in an open manner on the Senate floor. Adaramodu stated that the Senate has clearly established that any legislator who breaks its norms will face penalties, emphasizing that the Akpoti-Uduaghan case was debated openly. He said,…

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has told citizens that the state’s abducted pupils and teachers will be freed, adding that the administration is doing all necessary to obtain their release. In a video that circulated on Tuesday, Makinde provided the assurance while speaking with social media personality VeryDarkMan and other demonstrators inside the Oyo State Government House. Speaking about the event, the governor expressed his personal distress over the kidnapping, stressing that the victims, who included nursery and primary school students, had been held captive for more than a month. “I am also distressed because I have children of my…

The Plateau State Police Command has confirmed that three security operatives were killed during the attack on the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, NIPSS Kuru, on Monday. In an update in Jos on Tuesday, signed by the state police public relations officer, SP Alfred Alabo, the command noted, “The Plateau State Police Command, on a very sad note, wishes to confirm the incident that occurred in the early hours of today, 16th June 2026, involving security personnel on duty at the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, NIPSS, Kuru. “Regrettably, three security personnel lost their lives during…

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has emerged as one of the 2026 FIFA World Cup’s breakout heroes, following a sensational performance against Spain that generated an unprecedented increase in popularity on social media. The 40-year-old shot-stopper had slightly more than 50,000 Instagram followers before Cape Verde’s historic tournament opening against the European champions on Monday. Less than 24 hours later, the figure had risen to 6.3 million, transforming the veteran goalkeeper into a global sensation. Vozinha was the star performer as Cape Verde held Spain to a 0-0 draw in Atlanta, earning the country’s first World Cup points. Faced with persistent…

Bolaji Abdullahi, the National Publicity Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has termed the Federal High Court decision ordering the party’s deregistration as a politically motivated measure aimed at undermining the opposition and eroding public trust in the court. Abdullahi made the claim in an interview with ARISE NEWS on Monday, in response to a verdict by Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court in Abuja that ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to deregister the ADC and four other political parties. The court determined that the involved parties failed to meet constitutional standards for ongoing registration…

French coach Hervé Renard has been appointed to take charge of Tunisia after the country’s football federation parted ways with coach Sabri Lamouchi following the team’s 5-1 defeat to Sweden at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Tunisian Football Federation announced on Monday that it had struck a deal with the 56-year-old to lead the Carthage Eagles until the end of the World Cup. “The president of the Tunisian Football Federation, Moez Nassari, announced that an official agreement had been reached with French coach Hervé Renard for him to take charge of the national football team until the end of…