In an effort to improve the remuneration of pensioners, Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has approved the upward review of pensions for retired civil servants in the State from less than N10,000 to N50,000 monthly with effect from August, 2026. The governor made the disclosure while featuring on a live special programme on Adamawa Broadcasting Corporation ABC Yola on Friday, described as unacceptable the situation where some retired civil servants received less than N10,000...

The African Democratic Congress (ADC), has sought an independent probe into the death of Miss Mary Habila, reportedly within the residence of the Honourable Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi. Habila was a 26-year-old physiotherapist from Kaduna State. Until her death, she worked at the Umahi residence in Ebonyi State. She was found dead in her room under what ADC believes were controversial circumstances. In a statement by the party’s national publicity secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi,...

The United States House of Representatives has approved an amendment seeking to withhold 100 per cent of US assistance to Nigeria until the Federal Government takes effective steps to prevent violence and respond to insecurity across the country. The amendment, sponsored by Congressman Gregory Steube, who represents Florida’s 17th Congressional District, was adopted on Wednesday through a voice vote. The House had earlier proposed withholding 50 per cent of funds appropriated for Nigeria pending certification...