JOHESU Asks Nigerians To Blame FG Over Healthcare Disruption

The Joint Health Sector Union (JOHESU) has urged Nigerians to hold the Federal Government responsible for the hardship being experienced across the country’s healthcare system following its ongoing strike.

According to the union, the strike became inevitable after the government failed to address longstanding demands despite several engagements. JOHESU recalled that President Bola Tinubu had, in 2023, assured the union that he would mandate the appropriate ministry, department, or agency to resolve the issues raised.

However, the union lamented that no concrete action has been taken since then, leaving health workers with no option but to withdraw their services.

JOHESU maintained that the suffering of patients and other Nigerians in need of medical attention could have been avoided if the Federal Government had honoured its commitments, stressing that responsibility for the disruption lies squarely with the authorities.

#JOHESU #NigeriaHealthcare #FGResponsibility #HealthSectorCrisis

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The Federal Government has reaffirmed plans to comprehensively map Nigeria for expanded gas distribution networks while intensifying calls for increased refinery capacity to position the country as a major exporter of petroleum products.

Over 13,600 Stranded Nigerians Repatriated from 10 Countries in Three Years……..


The Federal Government has disclosed that 13,635 stranded Nigerians were successfully repatriated from 10 countries over the past three years. The returnees, many of whom faced distressing conditions abroad, were brought back through coordinated efforts involving Nigerian embassies and international partners. Authorities said the initiative reflects ongoing commitments to citizen welfare, while calling on Nigerians to seek proper documentation and guidance before travelling overseas.

Tinubu Govt Withholds ₦131.5bn Osun LG Funds for 10 Months Despite Supreme Court Ruling

The Tinubu-led Federal Government has allegedly withheld ₦131.5 billion in local government allocations meant for Osun State for 10 months, despite a Supreme Court ruling declaring such action unlawful.

A review of FAAC data from the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation shows that the unpaid funds cover the period from March to December 2025. The money was meant for Osun’s local governments to provide basic services at the grassroots.

Observers say the continued withholding of the funds has crippled local governance and raises serious concerns about respect for the rule of law.

How long will court judgments be ignored while citizens suffer?

#OsunState #Tinubu #FAAC #LocalGovernmentFunds #RuleOfLaw #NigeriaPolitics #Injustice

Kaduna Abductions: US Urges Nigeria To Strengthen Protection For Christians

The United States has called on the Nigerian government to step up efforts to protect Christian communities amid continued abductions and attacks, particularly in parts of Kaduna State.

Reacting to the concerns, the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, said the Federal Government has taken deliberate and decisive actions to tackle insecurity. According to him, security agencies are carrying out intensified joint operations across affected areas to restore safety and prevent further attacks.

The call by the US comes as pressure mounts on authorities to ensure the safety of vulnerable communities and bring perpetrators to justice.

#Kaduna #InsecurityInNigeria #USNigeriaRelations #NationalSecurity

FG Takes Over Nigerian Banks by Court Order Ahead of CBN Recapitalisation Deadline……


Ahead of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s March 31, 2026 recapitalisation deadline, the federal government has taken full ownership of two Nigerian banks by court order as part of efforts to stabilise the financial sector. The court ruled that the shares of the banks’ former owners be forfeited to the government, giving authorities control to strengthen operations and support compliance with new capital requirements. This move comes amid broader recapitalisation efforts, where many banks are racing to meet CBN’s raised capital thresholds ahead of the deadline.
#fintternews

Davos: FG Targets Less Borrowing, More Investment — Wale Edun

The Federal Government has said it plans to reduce borrowing and focus more on investment to grow Nigeria’s economy. The Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, made this known at the World Economic Forum in Davos.

According to him, the government wants to rely more on local resources and attract investments while carrying out fiscal reforms to strengthen the economy. He said these steps are aimed at improving economic stability and long-term growth.

#NigeriaEconomy #FGReforms #Davos2026 #InvestmentGrowth

ICPC Files Evidence, Lists Witnesses as Mike Ozekhome Faces Fraud, Forgery Charges Over Late Gen. Useni’s London Property

The ICPC has filed proof of evidence and listed key witnesses as the Federal Government moves ahead with fraud and forgery charges against senior lawyer Mike Ozekhome, SAN, over a disputed London property linked to late General Jeremiah Useni. Prosecutors say the case stems from a UK tribunal judgment that ruled the house belongs to Useni’s estate, dismissing claims tied to a false identity, “Tali Shani.” Investigators plan to present documents, statements, and passport verification evidence, alleging Ozekhome used forged records to assert ownership. The FCT High Court is yet to fix a trial date as the high-profile legal battle deepens.

#OzekhomeTrial #ICPC #NigeriaLegalNews

BREAKING: Angry Nigerian Soldiers Threaten Mutiny Over Poor Salaries, Unpaid Allowances, Accuse Service Chiefs of Corruption

Fresh tension is brewing in the Nigerian Army as aggrieved soldiers warn that a mutiny may erupt if the Federal Government fails to address worsening welfare conditions. In an open letter to President Bola Tinubu, the soldiers decried what they described as insulting salary increments following promotions, with some ranks receiving as little as ₦2,000–₦15,000 after five years of service. They accused military leadership of corruption, extortion, and selective implementation of allowances, noting that their counterparts in the Navy and Air Force earn significantly higher increments. The soldiers lamented unpaid and partially implemented allowances dating back to 2017, saying poor pay has trapped many in debt. They warned that continued silence from authorities could push desperate troops toward lawlessness, a situation they say poses grave danger to national security.
#nigerian_army

Nigerian Govt Charges Senior Advocate Mike Ozekhome With Fraud, Forgery Over Late Gen. Useni’s London Property

The Federal Government of Nigeria has filed a criminal case against Chief Mike Ozekhome, SAN, over alleged fraud, forgery, and use of a falsified Nigerian passport to claim ownership of a London property linked to the late General Jeremiah Useni. The High Court of FCT, Abuja, cited three counts, including receiving the property under false pretenses, creating a fake passport, and using it to substantiate the claim. UK tribunals previously ruled the property belonged to General Useni’s estate, dismissing Ozekhome’s claim and exposing fabricated identities and fraudulent documents in the process.

#MikeOzekhome #FraudCase #GeneralUseni #LondonProperty #NigeriaLaw

₦4bn Monthly to Tompolo: Smart Security Strategy or Dangerous Precedent?

A claim has sparked intense debate after a man alleged that the Federal Government pays ex-militant leader Tompolo ₦4 billion every month to protect oil pipelines in the Niger Delta. The revelation has left many Nigerians questioning why a government responsible for national security would outsource such a critical task to a former militant.

Supporters argue it is a pragmatic move that leverages local influence to curb oil theft and vandalism. Critics, however, see it as a troubling signal—one that weakens state authority and normalizes privatized security for national assets.

So the big question remains: Is this strategic thinking or sheer recklessness?

#NigeriaPolitics #NigerDelta #OilSecurity #PublicDebate

BREAKING NEWS: The Federal Government has banned the mining of sand within a 10 kilometer radius of River Niger.

This is aimed at protecting the first and second Niger bridges.

The federal government has released an updated 2026 list that clearly specifies all approved loan apps for Nigerians…..

The Federal Government has released an updated list of approved loan applications for Nigerians in 2026, aiming to protect citizens from fraud and illegal lending practices. The list outlines digital loan platforms licensed by relevant regulatory agencies and permitted to operate within the country. Authorities say the move is part of ongoing efforts to curb harassment, data abuse, and exploitation linked to unregistered loan apps. Nigerians have been advised to verify any loan platform against the approved list before borrowing and to report illegal operators to the appropriate agencies. #fintter

FG Doesn’t Pay Ransom for Kidnapped Victims – Defence Minister

The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd.), has insisted that the Federal Government does not pay ransom to free kidnapped victims. Speaking in an interview, Musa said security agencies rely on military pressure and intelligence operations to rescue abducted persons, including schoolchildren. He warned that paying ransom only strengthens criminal groups and encourages more kidnappings. The minister urged families and communities to report cases to security agencies instead of negotiating with abductors. He also advised Nigerians to stop supplying bandits with food or support, stressing that public cooperation is vital to ending banditry nationwide.

#DefenceMinister #Kidnapping #NigeriaSecurity

BREAKING NEWS: FG Approves 40% Pay Rise for Lecturers

The Federal Government has approved a 40% salary increase for Nigerian lecturers and introduced a new professorial allowance.

#ASUU #NigeriaEducation #LecturersPayRise #ProfessorialAllowance #FG #BreakingNews #HigherEducation #NigeriaNews

JUST IN: Nigerian Professors to Earn Extra ₦1.8M Yearly

The Federal Government and ASUU have reached a new agreement, granting Nigerian professors an additional ₦1.8 million annually.

#ASUU #NigeriaEducation #ProfessorsPayRise #BreakingNews #NigeriaNews #FG #EducationUpdate #HigherEducation

Nigeria Remains Proud of You, FG Tells Super Eagles After AFCON Semi-Final Exit

The Federal Government has applauded the Super Eagles for their grit and impressive performance at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, despite their painful semi-final exit.

Nigeria’s campaign ended on Wednesday after a tense penalty shootout defeat to Morocco’s Atlas Lions, who advanced to the final.

In a statement issued on Thursday, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, praised the team’s discipline, unity, and resilience, saying their display embodied the true Nigerian spirit and made the nation proud, regardless of the outcome.

#SuperEagles #AFCON2025 #NigeriaProud #AfricanFootball

PDP Slams Tinubu Govt Over ‘Shameful’ $9m U.S. Lobbying Deal, Says Citizens Need Protection—Not PR

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has condemned the Tinubu-led Federal Government over a reported $9 million contract with U.S. lobbying firm, DCI Group, aimed at influencing the Trump administration and U.S. lawmakers on Nigeria’s insecurity challenges.

The deal, allegedly facilitated through Aster Legal, is said to focus on convincing U.S. authorities that Nigeria is taking concrete steps to curb insecurity, particularly the killings of Christians in the northern region.

In a statement dated Wednesday, January 14, 2026, and signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Comrade Ini Ememobong, the PDP described the contract as “defective and deceptive,” arguing that the government should prioritise protecting lives at home rather than spending millions on foreign image management.

Question: Should Nigeria be paying $9 million for lobbying abroad while citizens remain unsafe at home?

#NigeriaPolitics #Tinubu #PDP #Insecurity

Tinubu Dey Wash Image for Oyibo While Insecurity Dey Kill Us: Yoruba Group Slam $9m US Lobby Deal

Wahala don burst as pan-Yoruba group Ìgbìnmó Májékóbájé Ilé-Yorùbá accuse President Bola Tinubu of wrong priority after report say Federal Government commit $9 million to hire US lobbyists while insecurity dey scatter Nigeria.

For statement wey Olusola Badero sign, the group say the money wey government allegedly pay foreign lobbyists fit use fight banditry, kidnapping and killings wey don claim thousands of lives across the country. Dem accuse Tinubu of caring more about foreign image laundering and 2027 politics than the suffering of ordinary Nigerians.

According to dem, APC government dey waste taxpayers’ money to paint Nigeria fine for abroad, while people dey die every day for villages, highways and even Abuja. Dem say terrorists full almost all states, yet government dey pretend say everywhere safe and even dey give amnesty to criminals.

The group react to report say NSA Nuhu Ribadu arrange deal with US firm DCI Group, with initial $4.5m paid and another $4.5m to follow, making am $750k per month. Dem question why Tinubu go dey “appease Trump” instead of fixing security, economy and governance.

Dem demand accountability, urge Nigerians to hold government responsible, and insist say $9m fit rebuild communities, support victims and strengthen security—not to polish Nigeria image for abroad while citizens dey suffer.

The United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) has announced the delivery of critical military supplies to Nigeria in support of ongoing counter-terrorism operations across affected regions of the country. In a post shared on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, @USAfricaCommand, the Command confirmed that the delivery took place in Abuja on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. Alongside a photograph of the shipment, AFRICOM tagged the United States Embassy in Nigeria, describing the move as a demonstration of the strong security partnership between both nations. The Command said the supplies were provided to enhance Nigeria’s capacity to combat terrorism and strengthen regional stability. As of the time of filing this report, the Federal Government of Nigeria had yet to issue an official statement on the nature or scope of the military hardware and logistical support delivered.