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Ahead of his one year anniversary in office on May 29, Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has received an affirmative endorsement by the leadership of Labour Party (LP) in the state and 17 local government areas.  Rising from an enlarged meeting which had in attendance the Governor, entire party hierarchy in the state, all political appointees in the Executive Cabinet, elected members at the National and State Assemblies, and senior stakeholders, the Party unanimously passed a vote of confidence in Governor Otti. Representative Hon. Obi Aguocha, Ikwuano-Umuahia Federal Constituency, who moved the motion to pass the vote of confidence, said Governor Otti, within 11 months of assumption of office into a four-year tenure, has made the party proud as he had surpassed all expectations.  Aguocha, who moved the motion while giving a vote of thanks to round off the meeting convened on Sunday at the Governor's residence, was supported by the member representing Obingwa-Osisioma-U...

  During the inauguration of the state's new Labour House on Monday, Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State announced the approval of a revised minimum wage of N70,000 for civil servants, effective May 1st, 2024. The move comes amidst a nationwide push by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) for higher wages, driven by mounting concerns over escalating inflation rates. March 2024 witnessed a surge in inflation to 33.2 per cent, up from 31.70 per cent in February, with food inflation reaching 31.7 per cent, exacerbating the economic challenges faced by Nigerian workers. In response to the demands raised by the NLC and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) for a minimum wage of N615,000, President Bola Tinubu convened a 37-member panel in January, chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, tasked with proposing a new national minimum wage. The panel, comprising representatives from federal and state governments, the private sector, and organised labour, was mandated to expedite its deliberations...

According to insider sources, a staggering N7.5 billion is under investigation by the EFCC for alleged diversion by contractors linked to the Commandant General of the NSCDC, Ahmed Abubakar Audi. Shockingly, the entire sum was distributed within a mere five days and is suspected to have ended up in the accounts of Bureau De Change operators (BDCs), triggering intense scrutiny from investigators. Reports reveal that payments were funneled to 20 contractors, with three major contractors pocketing a substantial N2 billion, each owning five companies. While most contractors have cooperated with the EFCC, one elusive woman, who received over N1 billion, has reportedly converted all funds into USD, complicating the investigation further. In a twist, contractors confessed to receiving kickbacks totaling approximately N1 billion, allegedly to evade EFCC inquiries. Under mounting pressure, some contractors plan to protest at the NSA office, seeking intervention as they claim innocence, alleging...

  Former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has raised his voice in staunch condemnation following the recent spate of killings in Enugu State. Expressing deep concern over the loss of innocent lives, Obi emphasized the urgent need for the government to demonstrate tangible commitment to safeguarding the security and well-being of all Nigerians. In a heartfelt statement posted on his social media handle, Obi decried the senseless attack on Ugwujoro in Nimbo Community, Uzo Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu State, allegedly perpetrated by killer herdsmen. He lamented the recurring pattern of violence and terror inflicted upon the people of Uzo Uwani, underscoring the profound impact of such atrocities on local communities. Recalling his personal engagement with the region, including the reconstruction of a hostel for Mater Amabilis Secondary School following a devastating fire incident, Obi expressed solidarity with the affected individuals ...

  Burkina Faso's military junta has widened its crackdown on media coverage following the dissemination of a damning report by Human Rights Watch (HRW) exposing alleged extrajudicial killings by the Burkinabe army. The report, which implicates the military in the execution of approximately 223 villagers in February, has triggered international outcry and heightened scrutiny of the country's human rights record. In a bid to suppress coverage of the HRW investigation, the Burkinabe authorities have suspended additional media outlets, escalating tensions within the West African nation already reeling from a surge in violence. Among the suspended media entities are prominent Western and African news agencies, including French television network TV5Monde, German broadcaster Deutsche Welle, and several leading international newspapers. The suspension of these media outlets underscores the junta's efforts to control the narrative surrounding alleged human rights abuses, signaling ...

In a groundbreaking summit held on Monday, April 29, 2024, President Bola Tinubu and tech mogul Bill Gates convened to explore pioneering solutions aimed at modernizing tax collection methods within the Nigerian government. President Tinubu emphasized his administration's commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology to bolster transparency and accountability across governmental operations. During the high-profile meeting, held on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum Special Meeting in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, President Tinubu underscored the transformative power of technology in combating corruption and enhancing financial integrity within public service sectors. He emphasized the imperative of implementing robust technological frameworks to streamline tax collection processes, thereby catalyzing public-sector performance and bolstering service delivery to Nigerian citizens. Drawing from his tenure as governor of Lagos State, President Tinubu illustrated the efficacy of techn...

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