Local government workers are also slated to receive the new minimum wage from September 2024. Workers in Adamawa State are in jubilation mood after confirming that they were paid the new N70,000 minimum wage, recently signed into law by President Bola Tinubu. Despite reservations from many governors about the economic feasibility of the increased wage,…
Alozie John, a 27-year-old livestock dealer from Isielu Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, allegedly attempted to take his own life due to overwhelming debt. The Anambra State Police Command has said it rescued a man from attempted suicide in Umunnachi community, Dunukofia Local Government Area of the state. Alozie John, a 27-year-old livestock dealer…
President Bola Tinubu praised the military for its efforts under his administration, assuring continued support to the armed forces. He emphasized that both the Nigerian people and the military must remain vigilant and proactive in confronting regional and global threats, as well as social challenges. These comments came as Tinubu asserted that his administration has…
The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has raised concerns over the increasing influx of expatriates, particularly Indians, into Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. PENGASSAN President, Mr. Festus Osifo, expressed his alarm during the closing ceremony of the 3rd Energy and Labour Summit in Abuja on Friday, emphasizing that many of…
The Nigerian government has revealed that over 22,500 of its citizens are currently using fake certificates obtained from universities in Benin Republic and Togo between 2019 and 2023. This was disclosed by the Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, during a press conference marking his first year in office. According to Prof. Mamman, more than…
The government of Ondo State is going into a partnership with the World Bank to build facilities in 203 wards of the State to support primary healthcare delivery to the people at the grassroots. The Governor of the State, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, disclosed this development on Thursday during the presentation of Instrument of Appointment…
Ondo State Governor, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has reaffirmed the state’s commitment to being a prime investment destination, emphasizing the factors that make the Sunshine State attractive, including its relative peace, abundant natural resources, and skilled workforce. Speaking during the official presentation of the license for the Global Entrepreneurship Festival on Thursday in Akure, Governor…
Mr. Mele Kyari, the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd (NNPCL), received a prestigious royal sword from Oba Aladetoyinbo Aladelusi, the Paramount Ruler and Deji of Akure Kingdom. The presentation took place on Saturday at a ceremony in the monarch’s palace in Akure, attended by the NNPC Ltd Board Chairman,…
For the residents of Oda, the ongoing road project is more than just an improvement in infrastructure; it’s a symbol of progress, growth, and a brighter future. After years of navigating rough and challenging road conditions, the community is finally witnessing the transformation they’ve long hoped for. The sight of heavy machinery, construction crews, and…
The Presidency’s assertion that food prices are decreasing has been met with widespread disagreement from Nigerians. Rinsola Abiola, Senior Special Assistant on Citizenship and Leadership to President Bola Tinubu, claimed on the AIT Weekend Show that online vendors reported a drop in food prices, attributing it to the federal government’s economic initiatives. However, many Nigerians…
