The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has initiated a nationwide consultation with its members as it grapples with the prolonged delay in the implementation of agreements by the government. Professor Emmanuel Osodeke, the President of ASUU, announced the commencement of this consultation during a gathering at the Federal University of Technology, Minna, Niger State. Expressing dismay over the failure of the government to honor agreements reached with the organized labor, especially ASUU, since the onset of President Bola Tinubu’s administration in May 2023, Professor Osodeke highlighted the dire consequences of the delay. Despite the existence of a gentlemen’s…
Author: Omolemi Eboisetale
The Federal Government of Nigeria has joined forces with a visiting German delegation to address the concerning surge in food prices across the country. Speaking at a bilateral meeting with the German delegation led by the Minister of Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), Svenja Shulze, in Abuja, Olawale Edun relayed the worries of the government over the continuous rise in the cost of food and other essential commodities, which has led to protests in Niger and Kano states. He attributed the price hikes to the forces of demand and supply within the nation. Meanwhile, state governments have also voiced concerns…
The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, CGC Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR, unveiled the organization’s 2024 budget before the Nigeria Senate Committee on Customs at the National Assembly. The CG, during his presentation of the 706.43 billion naira budget, highlighted the imperative of consolidating ongoing projects, prioritizing staff welfare, and integrating innovative technologies into customs processes to streamline operations. One of the focal points of the presentation was the pledge to exceed the revenue target set for 2024, which stands at 5.079 trillion naira, representing a 27.75 percent increase over the previous year. CG Adeniyi underscored various strategies aimed at…
Mr. Oladipupo Adebutu, of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), in Ogun State, was arraigned at The Ogun State High Court over allegations of electoral crimes and money laundering. The arraignment follows accusations of criminal inducement during the gubernatorial election held on March 18, 2023. Adebutu, along with six other individuals, faced a seven-count charge related to alleged criminal inducement during the election and money laundering activities. The accusations stem from purported orders for the issuance of 200,000 preloaded ATM Verve cards with a denomination of N10,000 each, distributed on election day across the state with the intention of influencing voters.…
Mrs. Oluremi Tinubu, wife of the President, has urged parents and guardians nationwide to safeguard the rights and well-being of the girl child. Emphasizing the theme “Her Voice, Her Future: Investing in Survivors Led Movements to End Female Genital Mutilation,” Tinubu highlighted the imperative role of parental responsibility in protecting every girl child in Nigeria. Expressing concern over the hazards and health implications of FGM, Tinubu called upon mothers, traditional leaders, and community heads to recognize the irreversible harm inflicted upon daughters by this practice. While acknowledging progress in combatting FGM, she stressed the need to confront persistent practices…
A Kwara State High Court has initiated proceedings against a businessman, Alexander Babarinde, accused of orchestrating a contract scam amounting to N170 million. Presided over by Justice Mahmud Abdulgafar, the court ordered Babarinde’s remand in a Federal Correctional Service facility in Ilorin following arraignment by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Babarinde, along with his company, Ajays Engineering Limited, and an accomplice, Suleiman Mohammed (currently evading authorities), faces eight counts including obtaining money under false pretenses and forgery. The EFCC alleges that the defendants duped the complainant by posing as facilitators of various Federal Government contracts, presenting…
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), has issued a stern ultimatum to President Bola Tinubu, giving him 14 days to implement effective measures to combat the escalating cost of living crisis gripping the nation. Expressing grave concern over the hardships faced by Nigerians, NANS Southwest Zone D stressed the urgent need for decisive action to alleviate the burden of inflation, unemployment, and a weakening currency. At a media briefing held in Osogbo, the capital of Osun State, NANS Southwest Zone D Coordinator, Comrade Alao John, and Secretary General, Comrade Sanni Sulaimon Olamide, highlighted the dire economic challenges plaguing the…
As the world marks the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) on Tuesday, FIDA Nigeria amplifies the urgent call to end this harmful practice. With the theme “Her Voice. Her Future,” the focus remains on protecting the rights and well-being of young girls and women. FGM is a barbaric act of gender-based violence, affecting millions globally. Shockingly, 4.4 million girls are at risk of undergoing this procedure this year alone, adding to the staggering statistic of at least 200 million women and girls already affected. In Nigeria, FGM persists due to deeply ingrained cultural…
At a meeting in Abuja’s Ministry Headquarters, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Police Affairs, Dr. Nasir Sani-Gwarzo, reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to completing the National Data Fusion Centre (NCDFC). The center aims to facilitate the exchange of information among security agencies to combat criminal activities across the country. The meeting, attended by key figures including AIG Stanley Udeh from INTERPOL and Ministry officials, emphasized the importance of completing 18 ongoing projects related to security infrastructure. Dr. Sani-Gwarzo highlighted that the completion of these projects would significantly enhance the capabilities of security agencies in crime-solving, law enforcement, and…
The Nigerian Senate is contemplating an adjustment to the Nigeria Customs Service’s (NCS) revenue target. The current target of N5.079 billion for the second half of the year is under review, as revealed by Senator Isah Jibrin, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Customs, during a recent meeting with the Comptroller General of the NCS, Adewale Adeniyi, and other top management officials. Senator Jibrin underscored the importance of revenue-generating agencies stepping up their efforts to enhance the overall economic landscape. Addressing concerns about unemployment, he emphasized that while Customs plays a significant role as an employer, it is not the…
The Nigerian federal government has officially announced the commencement of a ban on alcoholic beverages produced in sachets less than 200ml, starting February 1, 2024. The decision, which was initially set for enforcement in 2018, was reiterated by Mojisola Adeyeye, the Director General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), in a recent statement. Adeyeye disclosed that the deadline for manufacturers to cease the production of alcoholic drinks in sachets and PET bottles, which was extended to January 31, 2024, was a result of recommendations from a high-powered committee comprising the Federal Ministry of Health,…
President Nayib Bukele of El Salvador has been re-elected, securing over 83% support in preliminary results, with his New Ideas party expected to dominate the legislative body. Bukele, celebrated by thousands in San Salvador, declared the win a “referendum” on his government, attributing success to a robust gang crackdown that transformed the nation’s security landscape. The 42-year-old leader, popular for his tough stance on crime, claimed to have achieved more than 85% of the vote even before official results were announced. The victory grants Bukele unprecedented power, raising concerns about potential constitutional changes, including the removal of term limits. Bukele’s…