There is currently fear among traders at the Ugwuagba Obosi Electrical Market in Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State, following a collapsing security tower which has been abandoned over the years. Kpakpando findings showed that several petitions to the Anambra State Urban Development Board by the concerned traders […]
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Information Minister Says FG, Labour Agree On ₦70,000 Minimum Wage
Information Minister Says FG, Labour Agree On ₦70,000 Minimum Wage The Minister of Information Mohammed Idris, says the Federal Government and the leadership of the Organised Labour have agreed on ₦70,000 as the new minimum wage for Nigerian workers. The minister said the agreement was reached at a meeting between […]
Police Bans Protests In Kenya On Foreign News
In Nairobi, Kenya, police have indefinitely banned protests in the capital, citing a lack of leadership to ensure peaceful demonstrations. The announcement came hours before a planned protest calling for President William Ruto’s resignation over poor governance. Acting police inspector general Douglas Kanja stated that the absence of proper leadership […]
Dangote Refinery Accuses International Oil Companies of Sabotage
Dangote Industries has accused International Oil Companies (IOCs) of obstructing its refinery operations. The company claims IOCs insist on selling crude oil through foreign agents, inflating local prices by $2 to $4 per barrel above the official rate. Dangote’s Vice President of Oil & Gas, DVG Edwin, highlighted that this […]
FG: Minimum age for varsity admission still 18… parents pushing their wards too much
The Federal Government has directed the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) to enforce 18 years as the minimum entry age into tertiary institutions. Education Minister Tahir Mamman made the announcement at the 2024 JAMB Policy meeting in Abuja, emphasizing that this aligns with Nigeria’s 6-3-3-4 education system. The minister […]
Federal Government Approves New Minimum Wage For Workers
President Bola Tinubu has approved a new minimum wage of ₦70,000 for Nigerian workers, with a commitment to review the minimum wage law every three years. The approval was confirmed by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Information and Strategy today. In the meeting with leaders of […]
Senate Removes Ndume As Chief WhipFor Criticizing Tinubu: Senate
Senate Removes Ndume As Chief WhipFor Criticizing Tinubu: Senate …As APC asks him to resign his membership of the Party The Senate, on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, announced the removal of Senator Ali Mohammed Ndume (Borno South) as Chief Whip of the National Assembly for daring to criticize President Bola […]
Police Confirm Abduction Of Naval Personnel, Seven Others In Akwa Ibom
Police Confirm Abduction Of Naval Personnel, Seven Others In Akwa IIbom The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has confirmed the abduction of a naval rating and seven others in Ibaka LGA of the state. The Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, ASP Timfon John, confirmed the abduction in an interview with […]
Following S’Court’s Verdict On LG Autonomy: 13 States Rush To Conduct Council Polls
Following S’Court’s Verdict On LG Autonomy: 13 States Rush To Conduct Council Polls —Bauchi fixes LG poll for August 19, Kogi, October 19 Jigawa, Imo, Anambra, Abia, Katsina, Kebbi, Benue also reasy for exercise Report has it that no fewer than 13 states have fixed dates for Local Government elections […]
APGA National Chairman, Ezeokenwa, Congratulates Ozonkpu Dr. Victor Oye, Former National Chairman, On His Birthday
APGA National Chairman, Ezeokenwa, Congratulates Ozonkpu Dr. Victor Oye, Former National Chairman, On His Birthday By Dr. Tony Olisa Mbeki Abuja, Nigeria — The National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Barr. Sly Ezeokenwa, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Ozonkpu Dr. Victor Ike Oye, the former National […]