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Federal civil servants are urging the Federal Government to promptly clear three months of arrears from the N35,000 wage award due to the rising cost of living. This wage award, negotiated in 2023 as a temporary relief amidst economic reforms, has faced delays despite partial payments. Workers express frustration over the slow disbursement, fearing government insincerity. Calls for immediate action have been made by representatives from the Nigerian Labour Congress and the Trade Union Congress, emphasizing the need for timely payments to alleviate financial difficulties and maintain trust in government commitments. The government has committed to continuing payments but indicated that they will be made in tranches based on fund availability. Civil servants stress that completing the wage payments is vital for their morale and financial stability.

On November 8, 2025, candidates in the Anambra State governorship election signed a peace accord, promoting non-violence and respect for electoral outcomes. Organized by the Kukah Centre and National Peace Committee, the signing ceremony included key figures from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and various political parties. INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan asserted the commission's readiness for a credible election, confirming logistics improvements and assuring the protection of voters' rights. Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun emphasized the importance of security and neutrality during the election, pledging substantial police deployment and warnings against disruptions from non-state actors. The accord aimed to cultivate political tolerance and respect for democracy, with participating candidates, including Governor Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, vowing to adhere to the agreement and encouraging peaceful civic engagement. Additionally, the Resident Electoral Commissioner announced contingency measures for a technology-driven electoral process.

The Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele, has dismissed reports of an alleged plot to impeach Senate President Godswill Akpabio, insisting that there is no crisis or division within the upper legislative chamber. His clarification followed remarks by former Senate Chief Whip, Orji Uzor Kalu, who disclosed that there had been previous attempts by some senators to remove Akpabio, although such efforts failed due to interventions aimed at preserving unity in the Senate. Bamidele emphasized that senators remain focused on addressing pressing national issues and enacting legislation that will improve the welfare of Nigerians rather than engaging in political scheming. The controversy has revived memories of earlier rumours of impeachment plots and internal disagreements that have trailed Akpabio's leadership since his emergence as Senate President in June 2023. Speculations of executive interference, disputes over legislative autonomy, and reports of tensions among key senators have repeatedly generated concerns about the stability of the 10th Senate. Despite these persistent allegations, Senate leaders have consistently denied the existence of any plan to unseat Akpabio, maintaining that the chamber remains united and committed to supporting governance and promoting national development through people-oriented legislation.

President Bola Tinubu has extended his condolences to the government and people of Namibia over the passing of their president, Hage Geingob. Geingob died in the early hours of Sunday in a hospital in the capital city of Windhoek, Namibia’s presidential office said in a statement. The 82-year-old, who was serving his second term as president, revealed last month that he was receiving treatment for cancer. Tributes for the 82-year-old statesman poured in from African leaders who saw him as a hero of democracy. Also, former President Olusegun Obasanjo described the late Geingob as “a patriot and a veteran of Namibia’s independence struggle who served in top political positions since independence in 1990.” Also, President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa, in a post on X, said, “Today, South Africa joins the people of our sister state Namibia in mourning the passing of a leader, patriot, and friend. AFP also reports that United States President Joe Biden, hailed the late president as “a fearless leader, fighting for independence, overseeing the drafting of the new nation’s constitution, and serving his country twice as prime minister and finally as president.