Nigerian Doctors Demand Better Pay, Working Conditions, and Health Budget Reforms.

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Medical practitioners in Nigeria have called on government at all levels to address corruption, leakage of funds, and to provide better budget allocations for the health sector.

The Chairman of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) Lagos State chapter made this call while addressing newsmen in Lagos.

Reflecting on the working conditions of medical practitioners in Nigeria, NMA members discussed the state of healthcare delivery in the country and identified sustainable paths for improvement.

The media briefing also provided an opportunity to reiterate calls for improved remuneration and working conditions for healthcare professionals.They urged governments at all levels to prioritize their welfare to enhance the sector.

INEC Confirms Incoming Chairman Amupitan to Be Sworn In Next Week.

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The new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Joash Amupitan, is expected to officially assume office next week, ahead of the November 8th Anambra State governorship election.

Multiple officials at INEC stated that Amupitan is expected to be sworn in at the Federal Executive Council meeting, which should be held next week.

An INEC Director confirmed that while the exact date remains uncertain, as the swearing-in is imminent.

IPPIS Gives FG Ultimate Control Over Universities — OOU Lecturer.

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A lecturer in the Department of Mass Communication at the Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye, Ogun State, Doctor Kamaru Salawudeen, has affirmed that the Integrated Personnel and Payroll System (IPPIS) is in operation in Federal Universities in Nigeria, which he says gives the federal government ultimate power.

Speaking in an exclusive interview with Dominion News, Salawudeen blamed the recent wave of Japa syndrome among Nigerian educators on poor remuneration, stressing that all who leave the country for another are merely in search of a greener pasture.He, however, urged employers of labour to be considerate while making certain decisions on behalf of their employees.

ASUU Suspends Two-Week Warning Strike After Senate Intervention.

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Meanwhile, the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has suspended the two-week warning strike it declared last week across all public universities in the country.

ASUU announced at a press conference held at its headquarters in Abuja.

President of ASUU, Chris Piwuna, who read a speech before newsmen, explained that the development followed the intervention of the Senate and some other well-meaning Nigerians.

However, he said the National Executive Council of the union resolved to give the government a one-month window to address all contending issues.

Senate Approves Bill to Establish Nigeria Mines Rangers Service to Curb Illegal Mining.

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The Senate has approved a bill to establish the Nigeria Mines Rangers Service, a special agency that will help tackle illegal mining and improve security in mining communities across the country.

The decision followed the adoption of a report by the Senate Committee on Solid Minerals Development, chaired by Senator Ekong Samson, during plenary.

The bill, sponsored by Senator Mohammed Ogoshi Onawo, seeks to protect mining sites, regulate operations, and safeguard host communities affected by illegal mining.

Senators who contributed to the debate described the creation of the Mines Rangers Service as a welcome step toward addressing the growing cases of illegal mining and insecurity in resource-rich areas.

Justice Minister Orders Review of Tinubu’s Presidential Pardon List Amid Public Outcry.

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Following continued criticism by some Nigerians of the recent pardons granted to certain beneficiaries by President Bola Tinubu, the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has ordered a review of the pardon list.

Fagbemi, according to his statement on the issue, gave the order to verify the eligibility of the beneficiaries.

The Council of State had approved the presidential pardon for a hundred and seventy-five individuals, following recommendations presented by the AGF.

The investigation is being conducted in collaboration with law enforcement agencies, including the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA).

Super Eagles’ Friendlies Against Venezuela and Colombia Likely to Be Cancelled Following World Cup Playoff Qualification

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The proposed Super Eagles friendlies against Venezuela and Colombia are now expected to be called off following the team’s qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup Playoffs.

Nigeria earned a place in the playoffs following a 4-0 victory over the Cheetahs of the Benin Republic.

The Super Eagles were due to tackle Venezuela on November 14th.

Éric Chelle’s side will face Gabon in the semi-final of the playoffs on Thursday, 13th November.

French Government Survives No-Confidence Vote After Prime Minister Lecornu Suspends Pension Reform.

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France’s government has survived a first vote of no confidence held in the National Assembly.

This was after a pledge by Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu to suspend a landmark reform of the pension system.

The motion, filed by the hard left, was backed by two hundred and seventy-one members of parliament.

African Union Suspends Madagascar Following Military Overthrow of President Rajoelina.

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The African Union has announced that it had suspended Madagascar from its bodies with immediate effect until constitutional order is restored after a coup that ousted President Andry Rajoelina.

The group previously suspended several other member states after military coups, including Mali, Burkina Faso, and Guinea.

The uprising resulted in a military-backed coup that brought Rajoelina to power as the transitional leader of his Indian Ocean country.

Lagos Assembly Begins Work on Bill to Establish State-Owned Railway Corporation

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Away from the pacesetter state, the Lagos State House of Assembly has commenced legislative work on a bill aimed at establishing a comprehensive legal framework for the creation, management, and operation of a state-owned railway corporation.

The proposed law aims to establish a structured framework for an efficient rail transport system within the state.

Speaking during a one-day public hearing on the bill held in Lagos, the Speaker of the House, Honourable Mudashiru Obasa, stated that the initiative showcases the government’s commitment to modernizing transportation infrastructure and enhancing residents’ quality of life.