The relationship between organized labour and the Federal Government has hit a major snag, causing frustration and discontent among workers. The government’s failure to sustain the payment of the N35,000 wage award has sparked outrage and raised concerns about the welfare of employees. Workers in the Federal Civil Service have expressed their disappointment, revealing that…
In a bid to address the growing concerns surrounding global insecurity, crime, drug abuse, and social disorders, the Lagos State University of Education (LASUED) has called upon stakeholders to rally behind the institution and contribute to its survival and prosperity. The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Bidemi Lafiaji-Okuneye, emphasized the importance of collective efforts in nurturing this promising…
In a major operation that has sent shockwaves through Rivers State, the Nigerian Navy has made a significant breakthrough in the fight against oil bunkering scams. Three individuals, including an imposter posing as a naval officer, have been apprehended for their alleged involvement in issuing forged documents to facilitate illegal activities. The Commander of NNS…
The Nigeria Customs Service has been shaken by a shocking incident at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport in Lagos. In a bold display of misconduct, an officer was caught on camera soliciting a bribe of N5,000 from a passenger. The incident has sparked public outrage and prompted the Service to take immediate action. Confirming the…
Gunmen attack on a nightclub in Oba, Idemili South local government area of Anambra State has left at least seven people dead and several others injured. The gunmen were said to have started shooting sporadically, killing some people in the process. One of the victims was beheaded by the assailants. The Anambra State Police Public…
The South East Zone of the Tax Appeal Tribunal (TAT) has acknowledged ongoing revenue reforms in Abia State, and explained why the tribunal was established in the state. The TAT delegation consisted of the Chairman of the Zone, Mr Chukwuemeka Eze; three Commissioners: Ide John Udeagbala, Mr. Ogar, Francis Obri, and Mrs Anne Chinyere Akwiwu,…
The Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Otti, has promised to work closely with the Labour Party’s leadership to secure victory in the upcoming gubernatorial election in Edo State. Otti made this pledge during his visit to the Labour Party’s National Secretariat in Abuja. He commended Barrister Julius Abure’s leadership and emphasized his dedication to…
President Bola Tinubu has commissioned 107 electric/gas buses, and taxis in Borno State as Governor Babagana Zulum’s government seeks to cushion the impact of the fuel subsidy removal. Tinubu commissioned the fleet on Monday around the Shehu of Borno’s Palace. At the event, the Nigerian leader hailed Zulum for the foresight, saying his development strides…
The organised Labour and the Federal Government may be heading for another showdown over the government’s failure to sustain the payment of N35,000 wage award to workers. Workers in the Federal Civil Service, noted that the Federal Government only paid N35,000 wage award for September. Following the removal of the fuel subsidy by President Bola…
The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to conduct new elections in the 27 state constituencies of Rivers State. The party said this in a Monday statement in the wake of the defection of 27 Rivers State Assembly members (from the PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC)…
