Senate Pledges Swift Action on National Minimum Wage Bill
The Senate has pledged to give prompt attention to the national minimum wage bill once it is received from the executive branch. Senator Yemi Adaramodu, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Media and Public Affairs, emphasized the Senate’s dedication to the security and welfare of Nigerians during a statement made yesterday. “If immediately after Sallah, […]
Oshiomhole Rallies Support for APC in Edo Governorship Election
Edo North lawmaker, Adams Oshiomhole, has declared that every member and supporter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state is an integral part of the campaign council aimed at securing victory for the party’s governorship candidate, Senator Monday Okpebholo. Oshiomhole made this statement on Friday during the inauguration of the campaign council for […]
Governor Obaseki Pays June Salaries and Pensions Ahead of Sallah Celebration
Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki has fulfilled his promise to workers by paying June salaries and pensions early, ahead of the Sallah celebration. This gesture was confirmed by the Commissioner for Communications and Orientation, Hon. Chris Nehikhare, who emphasized the government’s commitment to its workers. In a statement, Nehikhare said, “The Edo State Governor, His […]
G7 Agrees to Use Frozen Russian Assets to Raise $50 Billion for Ukraine
The G7 has committed to utilizing frozen Russian assets to generate $50 billion (£39 billion) in support for Ukraine’s fight against Russian forces. US President Joe Biden emphasized this move as a clear signal to Russia that “we’re not backing down,” despite Moscow’s threats of “extremely painful” retaliatory measures. During the G7 summit in Italy, […]
Prominent Chinese #MeToo Activist Sentenced to Five Years for “Subversion Against the State”
Sophia Huang Xueqin, a leading figure in China’s #MeToo movement, was sentenced to five years in prison on Friday for “subversion against the state,” nearly ten months after her trial began. Labor activist Wang Jianbing, who was tried alongside Huang, received a three-year and six-month sentence. Huang, 36, gained prominence by reporting groundbreaking stories about […]
NFF Set to Appoint Foreign Technical Adviser for Super Eagles
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has finalized plans to hire a foreign technical adviser for the national football team, the Super Eagles. This decision follows a series of disappointing performances under former Enyimba coach Finidi George. After a board meeting on Thursday, the NFF’s Executive Committee resolved to bring in an expatriate to lead the […]
Falana Urges Government to Use Recovered Loot to Fund New Minimum Wage
Prominent human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) has asserted that both federal and state governments can afford to pay the proposed new national minimum wage if they recover and allocate looted funds. In an interview with ChannelsTV on Thursday night, Falana emphasized the need for political will to address the wage issue. “The state governments […]
Soludo Advocates Minimum Wage for Elected Officials
Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo has suggested that elected officials in Nigeria should be paid minimum wage to better understand the economic struggles faced by citizens. Speaking on Wednesday at a special edition of The Platform, an event organized by The Covenant Nation to facilitate national development, Soludo emphasized the urgent need for fiscal prudence […]
INEC Publishes Final List of Candidates for Ondo Governorship Election
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the final list of candidates for the upcoming Ondo state governorship election, scheduled for November 16. In a statement on Thursday, Sam Olumekun, INEC National Commissioner and Chairman of Information and Voter Education Committee, announced that the commission has published the personal particulars of the candidates and […]
Gov. Makinde Unveils 10th House of Assembly’s Legislative Agenda
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has unveiled the legislative agenda for the 10th House of Assembly. The governor presented this agenda following his State of the State address at a special sitting marking the Assembly’s first anniversary. Governor Makinde praised the legislative agenda, describing it as a positive development that will provide clear direction for […]
