Kebbi State Governor Commits to Paying N70,000 Minimum Wage to Workers
Governor Nasiru Idris of Kebbi State has announced his administration’s readiness to implement the N70,000 minimum wage for workers in the state. The governor made this statement on Friday in Birnin Kebbi during a courtesy visit from the leadership of the state council of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) at the Government House. Addressing concerns […]
Donald Duke Criticizes President Tinubu’s Acquisition of New Presidential Jet Amid Economic Hardships
Former Governor of Cross River State, Donald Duke, has criticized President Bola Tinubu’s decision to acquire a new presidential jet when many Nigerians face economic hardships, describing it as a “failure in leadership.” This criticism follows the recent confirmation by the Presidency, through senior aide Bayo Onanuga, of the arrival of a new Airbus A330 […]
Aloy Ejimakor: Release of Nnamdi Kanu Will End Insecurity in the Southeast
Aloy Ejimakor, the lead counsel for Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has stated that releasing Kanu would put an end to the ongoing insecurity in the Southeast. Ejimakor claims that individuals opposing Kanu’s release are benefiting from the region’s insecurity. In a post on X, Ejimakor expressed that Kanu […]
NNPC Seeks Private Firms to Operate Warri and Kaduna Refineries
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) is seeking private companies to take over the operation and maintenance of two key refineries. In a recent call for Expressions of Interest (EOI) shared on its official X handle, NNPC Ltd announced its intention to engage reputable and credible firms to manage the Warri Refining and […]
NLC President Joe Ajaero Summoned Again by Police for Investigation
Joe Ajaero, President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), and Emmanuel Ugboaja, the union’s Secretary General, have been summoned again by the Nigerian Police. The new summons, detailed in a letter dated August 28, 2024, follows Ajaero’s recent appearance at the Force Headquarters in Abuja. The letter, signed by CP Rufus Alajide on behalf of […]
Three Workers Die in Collapsed Tunnel Despite Five-Day Rescue Effort in Thailand
Three foreign workers trapped in a collapsed train tunnel in Thailand have died despite a rescue operation that lasted over five days, Thai authorities confirmed. The men, two from China and one from Myanmar, were believed to be alive as late as Thursday. The collapse occurred last Saturday in Pak Chong district, about 200 km […]
Celebrations Begin for Princess Märtha Louise of Norway and Shaman Durek Verrett’s Wedding
Festivities are underway for the wedding of Norwegian Princess Märtha Louise and her American fiancé, Durek Verrett, a self-proclaimed shaman. Hundreds of guests gathered in Alesund, western Norway, on Thursday for a “meet and greet” at a historic hotel. On Friday, guests are traveling by sea to the picturesque town of Geiranger, located on the […]
X, formerly Twitter, Faces Potential Ban in Brazil Amidst Legal Dispute Over Representative
X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, expects to be blocked in Brazil after failing to meet a deadline to appoint a new legal representative. The platform recently closed its office in Brazil, citing threats of arrest against its representative for non-compliance with orders it termed “censorship.” The dispute began in April when […]
Kamala Harris Defends Evolving Stances on Key Issues in First Interview Since Presidential Run Announcement
US Vice-President Kamala Harris defended her evolving stance on key policy issues during her first interview since announcing her presidential run. In the CNN interview, the Democratic nominee addressed questions about her more moderate positions on immigration and climate compared to her 2019 presidential bid. “The most important thing is that my values have not […]
MHWUN Urges Government Action to Address Healthcare Brain Drain
The Medical and Health Workers’ Union of Nigeria (MHWUN) has called on the government to improve welfare packages to tackle the increasing brain drain in the healthcare sector, commonly known as the “Japa Syndrome.” Speaking at the 50th National Executive Council (NEC) meeting in Abuja, MHWUN President, Comrade Kabiru Sani Minjibir, outlined the major issues […]
