In a stark warning to Western nations, Russian President Vladimir Putin cautioned against the deployment of troops to Ukraine, highlighting the potential for triggering a nuclear war. Speaking to lawmakers and elites in Moscow, Putin emphasized Moscow’s capacity to strike Western targets. “(Western nations) must realise that we also have weapons that can hit targets on their territory. All this really threatens a conflict with the use of nuclear weapons and the destruction of civilisation. Don’t they get that?!” said Putin. The remarks come amidst the most severe crisis in Russia’s relations with the West since the Cuban Missile…
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President Bola Tinubu condemned the recent Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) strike declaration, labeling it as “unacceptable.” Speaking at the unveiling of the Lagos Red Rail Line project on Thursday, President Tinubu stated that such actions within the first nine months of an administration were unjustifiable. Addressing the labour leaders directly, President Tinubu stated that they do not hold exclusive representation for the voices of Nigerians. He urged them to exercise patience and refrain from disrupting the country’s peace, particularly during the critical early stages of governance. Tinubu’s remarks comes in response to the NLC’s recent decision to declare a…
President Bola Tinubu has officially opened the Red Line Rail Project. The project, a 37-kilometer intrastate rail service, aims to improve citywide transport.
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Taraba State University chapter, has issued a plea to Governor Agbu Kefas to intervene in the longstanding crisis of unpaid allowances totaling N1.7 billion. The accumulated earned Academic and promotional allowances have been pending since 2014, causing significant distress among university staff. Addressing reporters at the ASUU house in Taraba State University, Dr. Garba Mbave, the Union’s Chairperson, expressed deep concern over the non-payment of these allowances, which has not only strained the financial resources of staff but also eroded morale and trust in the institution’s integrity. Dr. Mbave emphasized the detrimental effects…
Urum Kalu Eke, a nominee for membership of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Board of Directors, has declined his appointment, claiming he already works for the World Bank. This was revealed on Thursday during a plenary session in the Senate, where the confirmation process for nominees was underway. President Bola Tinubu had nominated Urum Kalu Eke along with four others for confirmation as members of the CBN board on February 13. However, during the confirmation proceedings, Senator Orji Kalu, representing Abia North under the APC, informed the Senate that Eke had communicated his rejection of the offer. Senator Kalu…
Last Year, Labour Party’s Presidential Candidate and Former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, In a statement shared on social media, X(formerly twitter), said there is an urgent need for the Federal Government to address insecurity in Nigeria to stimulate economic growth. Peter Obi criticized recent monetary policy decisions, including the increase in the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) to 22.5% and the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) to 45%, labeling them as counterproductive measures amidst the country’s economic crisis. He argued that tightening liquidity does not address the root causes of inflation, particularly the decline in food production, which he identified as…
Ghana’s parliament has approved a bill criminalizing the identification with LGBTQ+ communities, prompting widespread alarm both locally and internationally. The newly passed legislation mandates a maximum prison sentence of three years for individuals convicted of identifying as LGBTQ+. Additionally, forming or financing LGBTQ+ groups could result in a harsher penalty of up to five years behind bars. Efforts to substitute prison sentences with community service and counseling were met with vehement opposition from lawmakers during the heated debates. the bill garnered support from Ghana’s major political parties and awaits final approval from President Nana Akufo-Addo. Previously, President Akufo-Addo expressed willingness…
The Canadian Embassy and the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) have unveiled a strategic partnership. This was announced during a high-level meeting in Abuja, promising to streamline migration processes and leverage the potential of Nigeria’s diaspora for mutual benefit. Dr. Jamie Christoff, the Canadian High Commissioner to Nigeria, emphasized the importance of the partnership during his visit to NiDCOM Chairman/CEO in Abuja. He stated, “I understand the impact of large diaspora groups and their contributions in Canada. Nigeria’s diaspora is among our top 5 migrant groups and also a central pillar in Nigeria’s economy. It is important for us to…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to launch the Lagos Red line Project Today. In a statement issued by Gbenga Omotoso, Lagos Commissioner for Information On Wednesday, He said the train is the first phase of the project which will run from Agbado in Ogun state to Oyingbo in the heart of Lagos, and the commissioning of the Red Line train will signal the take-off of another major game changer in the state’s transportation infrastructure. “It brings to two the rail lines owned and operated by the Lagos State Government. The first, the Blue Line, runs from Marina to Mile…
The Minister for Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy-Ohaneye, has counseled women across the country not to fight back or dispute when they have disagreements with their husbands at home. Avoiding verbal abuse will stop physical assault that could cause harm or death, the minister stated on Wednesday in Abuja at a Conference of Commissioners of State Ministries of Women Affairs in Nigeria. During a Conference of Commissioners of State Ministries of Women Affairs in Nigeria held on Wednesday in Abuja, the minister said Avoiding verbal abuse will stop physical assault that could cause harm or death. Minister Kennedy-Ohaneye urged women to…
President Bola Tinubu has assumed complete responsibility for Nigeria’s economic challenges, pledging to implement reforms aimed at steering the country towards prosperity. Addressing Afenifere leaders at the residence of Pa Reuben Fasoranti in Akure, Ondo State, on Wednesday, the President emphasized his commitment to leading Nigeria towards economic and social prosperity. ”Nigeria will survive the current economic challenges. There is light at the end of the tunnel. I requested the job, and I am not complaining about it. I take full responsibility. ”We are meeting our obligations to the international community. To lenders, we have not defaulted, and we are…
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) Chairman in Ogun State, Hammed Ademola-Benco, restated the union’s unflinching stance on the proposed N1 million minimum wage for workers amidst a countrywide protest demanding economic reforms to address insecurity, hunger, and the skyrocketing cost of living. Addressing journalists in Abeokuta, the state capital, Ademola-Benco affirmed that the national leadership of the NLC remains resolute in its demand for a substantial increase in the minimum wage. The NLC’s insistence on the N1 million minimum wage comes amidst growing concerns over the adverse effects of inflation and economic policies on Nigerian workers. The call for the…