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2Baba’s Wife Natasha Osawaru Wins Best Legislator Award in Abuja

Hon. Natasha Osawaru has won the Best Legistlator Award at the 2025 National Leadership Awards in Abuja.
Natasha who is the newlywed wife of Nigerian music legend 2baba, represents Egor Constituency in the Edo State House of Assembly.
The recognition ceremony took place at the Nigerian Merit House, Maitama, where the Edo-born lawmaker was celebrated for her outstanding contributions to women’s empowerment, education, healthcare, and youth development.
Sharing the news on Instagram, she wrote:
“I am deeply honoured to receive the Best Legislator Award at the 2025 National Leadership Awards. This recognition is for the people of Egor Constituency, Edo State, whose trust drives my commitment to women empowerment, education, healthcare, and youth development. Together, we rise!”
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PDP Dead, Controlled by APC Agents From Presidential Villa – Dino Melaye

Former Kogi West lawmaker, Senator Dino Melaye, has made a claim against the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP.
According to him, PDP is dead and is currently being controlled by APC agents from the Presidential Villa.
The key member of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, disclosed this while featuring on Arise Television’s Prime Time on Monday night.
According to Melaye: “Apart from our Lord Jesus Christ no dead can rise again and I want to tell you that whatever you are seeing is make-shift, the dead is dead, we can only advertise the obituary.
 
“Dead and buried, PDP was sold and I’m not sure if they got the receipt of payment but it was sold and what you have now is APC controlled PDP.
 
“It’s a party that is being controlled from the Villa, it’s the agents of the APC that controls the PDP.”
Reacting to Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State’s remark regarding the party, Melaye said: “If a sitting governor is saying let’s have a party first, it means that there is no party.
 
“I’m a proud member of the ADC and that is the party that will unseat Tinubu and by the grace of God send Tinubu out of the Villa, come may 29, 2027.”
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Tinubu’s Government May Soon Turn To Opay For Loan – Dino Melaye

Dino Melaye, a former senator, has raised alarm over Nigeria’s growing debt.
According to him, with the rate the government of President Bola Tinubu is going, it may soon turn to Fintech platform, Opay for loan.
Recall that recently, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) said the new wave of borrowing will drive Nigeria’s public debt beyond N200 trillion before the end of the year.
In a statement, National Publicity Secretary of the party, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC accused President Tinubu of surpassing his predecessor by mortgaging the country’s future in mountains of debts in the name of economic reform.
Speaking on ARISE Television, on Monday, Melaye accused the government of plunging Nigerians into massive hunger despite securing billions of dollars in loans.
“There is massive hunger in the land. Why is the president borrowing $1.7 billion from the World Bank? Why has the senate approved $21 billion so far with many others coming for consideration?”
 
“This government is one of the most reckless governments in the history of this country. The president who said he wanted to come and curb wastages bought a yacht.
 
“That yacht he bought has never been to the perimeters, the territorial areas of Nigeria—it’s been between Monaco and Paris. And what do we need a yacht for in a time of austerity and pervasive hunger?
 
“He has borrowed like no other president in the history of the country. If you are making more money, then why are you borrowing? We will not be surprised if the president starts borrowing from Opay and Moniepoint very soon,” he said.
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Fuel Price: FG, NUPENG, Dangote Meeting Ends in Deadlock

There are indications that the meeting between the federal government, executives of Nigeria Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers, NUPENG, Dangote Group and other stakeholders ended in a deadlock.
This is according to a report by DailyPost.
Recall that the meeting took place on Monday after FG had announced its plan to resolve the face-off between NUPENG and Dangote Group.
The meeting scheduled originally for 3pm Tuesday did not kick off until after 5:00pm.
No official details of the outcome of the meeting have been made public by the Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammad Dingyadi, the leadership of NUPENG led by Williams Akporeha, or the Dangote Group as of the time of filing this report.
Earlier, Dingyadi, speaking on the importance of Monday’s meeting, said, “We are here to try and reconcile our labour unions in the oil industry and the employers in Dangote Group. This is not the first time we are having this kind of dispute.”
However, a source and industry stakeholder told DAILY POST that the details are still sketchy, but it seems no agreement has been reached yet.
“Details are still sketchy. However, it seems there is no agreement yet. I should know from tomorrow (Tuesday),” he told DAILY POST.
The National President of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria, Abubakar Maigandi, told DAILY POST in an interview on Monday that both parties need to come to a sustainable resolution for the good of all Nigerians.
Meanwhile, NUPENG, in enforcing its strike on Monday, shut down major depots and some filling stations in Lagos and Warri in protest against the Dangote Group.
In Warri, reports have emerged that the cost of transportation has increased due to the strike.
Meanwhile, DAILY POST correspondent observed that fuel prices have remained unchanged in parts of the Federal Capital Territory as of Monday night, between N885 and N910 per litre, except for Empire Filling Station, which stood at N950.
However, with the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria and the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria, the Natural Oil and Gas Suppliers Association of Nigeria (NOGASA), and the Nigerian Association of Road Transport Owners (NARTO) threatening to mobilise members to down tools, petrol scarcity may set in, and prices may go up.
Recall that NUPENG president, Akporeha, accused Dangote Group of anti-labour activities in his plan to roll out 4,000 compressed natural gas trucks for petroleum products distribution nationwide.
He said Dangote’s anti-labour policy is meant to enslave workers, but the oil firm insisted on implementing its policy.
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15 Jehovah’s Witnesses Die in Imo Road Accident

At least 15 members of the Jehovah’s Witness congregation have been crushed to d3ath by a trailer.
The sad incident happened at Awomama Bridge in Imo State.
The crash, which occurred around 6:45 p.m. on Monday, happened when a trailer driving against traffic collided with a bus conveying the victims.
The worshippers, from Agwa community in Oguta Local Government Area, were returning from their annual convention in Uli, Anambra State.
All the passengers in the bus reportedly died on the spot, and their bodies have been deposited in a morgue.
Chairman of Oguta Local Government Area, Ifeanyi Nnani, described the incident as a tragic loss for the community.
In a condolence message issued through his aide, Orum Desmond, on Tuesday, he commiserated with the bereaved families and prayed for God’s comfort over the community.
“Oguta Local Government Area has once again witnessed another dark moment, very tragic and sorrowful.
 
“These pathetic incidents have once more reminded the people of Oguta, and Agwa, of the intense sorrow that took away the lives of Agwa people suddenly in the past,” he said.
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Osun state launches free public Wi-Fi for residents and students

The Osun State Government has launched Imole Wi-Fi, a free public internet service aimed at expanding digital access for residents, students, businesses, and communities across the state.

The initiative, announced on Monday by the State Commissioner for Information and Enlightenment, Kolapo Alimi, is designed to increase opportunities across education, health, agriculture, commerce, and other sectors.

Initially, Imole Wi-Fi will be available at key government buildings and public spaces, including the Osun State Library, Alphastart Hub, Osun Mall, Salvation Army Middle School, Osogbo Grammar School, and sites within the Ministry of Innovation, Science, Technology and Digital Economy.

Governor Ademola Adeleke described the service as “a gateway to opportunity,” adding that it will help cut barriers, connect people, and stimulate growth across the state’s economy.

The Special Adviser overseeing the project, Azeez Badmus, said the launch is the first phase of the initiative. He added that as the program expands, more government services and sector-specific digital tools will be made available, ensuring all residents benefit from Osun’s digital future.

Imole Wi-Fi is expected to be rolled out to additional locations over time, positioning Osun State as a pioneer in digital inclusion in Nigeria.

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Nigerian Nursing Council Abolishes Exam Failure Policy

The Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria, NMCN has announced the abolishment of a controversial long-standing policy in a circular dated September 1, 2025, and signed by the Registrar/CEO, Ndagi Alhassan.

Thge long-standing policy had barred student nurses from continuing their training after three failed attempts at the Council’s professional examinations.

The Council announced that candidates who fail any part of the professional exam will now be allowed to retake only that section until they secure a pass.

The new policy takes effect from September 2025.

The circular, titled ‘Nursing Education Reforms: Elimination of Students After Three Professional Examination Attempts’, was addressed to state commissioners of health, teaching hospital directors, university vice chancellors, heads of nursing schools, and professional associations.

According to the Council, the reform reflects its commitment to align nursing education with global best practices by shifting from an elimination-focused policy to a more supportive, student-centered approach.

“Our mission to promote and maintain excellence in nursing and midwifery education and practice calls for a more inclusive academic environment devoted to building resilience and lifelong learning,” the statement read.

The NMCN urged institutions to implement measures that would support struggling students, while stressing that candidates must maintain at least 80% lecture and clinical attendance to qualify for re-sits. It also directed that each failed attempt at a re-sit would count against the training institution.

The Council said the change was necessary to ensure fairness, enhance professional competence, and address concerns raised about the previous policy.

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DSS Summons Sowore Over Post on Tinubu

The Department of State Services (DSS) has reportedly summoned activist and Sahara Reporters publisher, Omoyele Sowore.
According to TheNation, DSS summoned him over what it described as a “false and malicious” social media post directed at President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Recall that Sowore took to X to few days ago to slam President Tinubu, describing him as a “criminal.”
The Nation reported that in a letter dated September 7, 2025, signed by Uwem Davies on behalf of the Director-General, the DSS demanded that Sowore retract his statement on X (formerly Twitter) and issue a public apology within one week.
The Service accused Sowore of calling the President a “criminal” in an August 26 post, where he allegedly ridiculed Tinubu’s anti-corruption remarks during his visit to Brazil. According to the DSS, the comment was “repugnant, derogatory and capable of inciting public disturbance.”
The letter outlined conditions for compliance, requiring Sowore to post an unequivocal retraction on X, publish apologies in at least two national newspapers and two television stations, and submit a representation to the DSS headquarters in Abuja or by email. The agency also copied the United States Embassy in Abuja on the matter.
The DSS warned that Sowore’s comments had the potential to diminish the President’s standing domestically and internationally, and could provoke disunity, insurrection, or a breakdown of law and order.
 
“Persons of your status who are campaigning to lead this country must exercise restraint and responsibility in their speech,” the Service stated, adding that failure to comply would invite lawful action.
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FG Summons Dangote And NUPENG Officials to Avert Nationwide Strike

The Federal Government has intervened in the ongoing face-off between the Dangote Group and the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG).
FG has now summoned a meeting of both parties in Abuja today.
The Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammadu Dingyadi, called the meeting in a last-minute effort to halt a nationwide strike set to begin today, already endorsed by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC).
NUPENG accuses Dangote of anti-union practices, monopolistic tendencies, and indecent labour conditions, alleging that the refinery pays some of the lowest wages in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. The union further condemned a new policy barring drivers from joining oil and gas unions, describing it as a violation of the Nigerian Constitution, the Labour Act, and international labour conventions.
 
“This marks a dangerous road to fascism in industrial relations, where workers are treated as slaves without voice or dignity,” the union warned.
Despite the minister’s intervention, NUPENG leaders have directed members nationwide to commence the strike pending resolution of all grievances.
An official said: “Though we will attend the meeting to show readiness for dialogue, the strike goes on until all the issues are resolved.”
The crisis deepened over the creation of the Direct Trucking Company Drivers Association (DTCDA), which NUPENG dismissed as a “management-inspired fraud” designed to weaken and divide workers. The union insists that Dangote and his associates are behind the association, linking its operations to MRS Energy Limited.
Amid mounting tension, the NLC has rallied its 54 affiliates and 36 state councils to prepare for solidarity action. President Joe Ajaero warned that Dangote’s actions represent a direct attack on the entire Nigerian labour movement.
“An attack on one union is an attack on all. If we allow the Dangote Group to succeed, no industry or worker in Nigeria will be safe. It will set a perilous precedent that capital is above the law,” Ajaero said.
The NLC has ordered immediate mobilisation and sensitisation of workers nationwide, cautioning that the strike will first hit fuel supply chains, with filling stations already experiencing queues and rising black-market prices. Economists warn that prolonged disruption could cripple transport, power, and manufacturing, worsening inflation and economic hardship.
In Edo State, the NLC has declared full support for the strike, urging residents to stock up on fuel ahead of the action.
 
“The Edo council will mobilise all affiliates in solidarity. We advise workers and the public to get petroleum products that will last the duration of this industrial action, as filling stations will be closed,” the statement read.
The outcome of today’s Abuja meeting will determine whether the strike is called off or escalates into a nationwide shutdown.
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Femi Otedola Becomes Amazon No.1 Best Selling Author in the Business Best-Seller Category

Nigerian billionaire and philanthropist, Femi Otedola has achieved a new milestone after becoming Amazon’s No. 1 best-selling author in the Business category.
This followed the release of his memoir, Making It Big: Lessons from a Life in Business.
The book, released on August 18, 2025, has surged to the top of Amazon’s “Starting a Business” category and is also ranked among the leading titles in “Business Biographies & Memoirs.”
Making It Big has overtaken works by global entrepreneurs, including Steven Bartlett’s The Diary of a CEO, Simon Squibb’s What’s Your Dream?, and Blake Masters’ Zero to One. It also shares the charts with other influential titles like Cal Newport’s Slow Productivity, Phil Knight’s Shoe Dog, and Alex Hormozi’s $100M Offers.
Otedola’s early success reflects a growing appetite for stories from African business leaders that blend personal experience with practical insights. His memoir details lessons learned from decades of building ventures across energy, finance, and infrastructure, while offering guidance for aspiring entrepreneurs.
Just 48 hours after release, the book had already climbed to No. 3 on Amazon’s business memoir rankings, according to Nairametrics, signaling strong early sales momentum.
Available in paperback for £14.99 and in digital formats, Making It Big underscores the rising global demand for African entrepreneurial stories. Otedola’s achievement places him alongside some of the world’s most influential business authors and highlights the increasing prominence of African voices in global business literature.

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