On Tuesday, May 28, the Organised Labour staged a walkout during the Tripartite Committee meeting on Minimum Wage, firmly rejecting the federal government’s increased offer of N60,000. The labour union, however, adjusted its demand slightly, moving from its previous stance of ₦497,000 to ₦494,000. According to reports from The Nation, the government had initially proposed ₦48,000 and subsequently ₦54,000 last week, but both offers were declined by the labour union. Today’s meeting concluded in a deadlock, with no agreement reached on the new minimum wage. With the labour unions’ deadline approaching on May 31, the Tripartite Committee, responsible for negotiating…
Author: Editor Francis
To commemorate the one-year anniversary of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, NNPC Ltd. and its joint venture partners—Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC), TotalEnergies, and Nigeria Agip Oil Company (NAOC)—in collaboration with the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), have inaugurated the 25.7km Ogbia-Nembe Road. The project, valued at N24.5 billion, traverses mangrove forests and includes seven bridges and five culverts, connecting 14 communities in the region. Olufemi Soneye , the Chief Corporate Communications Officer made this known on X The commissioning ceremony took place in Nembe on Monday, with the Minister of the Niger Delta, Engr. Abubakar Momoh, representing President Tinubu.…
The United Nations Security Council held a crucial meeting today to address the rapidly deteriorating situation in Sudan. The country has been ravaged by widespread destruction, mass atrocities, and a humanitarian crisis over the past 13 months. Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield, representing the United States at the UN, highlighted the severity of the crisis, drawing parallels to the genocide in Darfur two decades ago, which claimed hundreds of thousands of lives. She emphasised that history appears to be repeating itself as the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) intensify their siege on El Fasher, raising the spectre of a large-scale massacre. The United…
The United States has voted in favour of a United Nations Security Council resolution aimed at enhancing the protection of humanitarian personnel in conflict zones. Ambassador Robert Wood, the U.S. Alternative Representative for Special Political Affairs, delivered a powerful speech supporting the resolution and highlighting the increasing threats faced by humanitarian workers worldwide. Ambassador Wood expressed deep concern over the rising number of attacks and threats against humanitarian personnel. He emphasised that the resolution marks a significant step in the Council’s 25-year effort to prioritise the protection of civilians in armed conflict, but he noted that much more needs to…
The United States and Kenya are poised to enter the sixth round of negotiations under the Strategic Trade and Investment Partnership (STIP), scheduled to take place in Mombasa, Kenya, from June 3 to June 7. This in-person meeting follows the latest round held earlier this month in Washington, D.C., and aims to build on the progress made so far. The U.S. delegation will be led by Assistant U.S. Trade Representative Constance Hamilton and will include representatives from multiple U.S. government agencies. The Kenyan team will be headed by Principal Secretary for Trade Alfred K’Ombudo. Negotiations will focus on five key…
At the 1st International Conference organised by the Department of History and Strategic Studies at the University of Maiduguri, former Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Tukur Buratai (rtd), called on military authorities to accelerate counter-insurgency operations to bring the conflict in the Lake Chad Basin Region to a swift conclusion. In his address, Buratai praised the military for their sacrifices and efforts in combating outlawed groups, emphasising the need to avoid prolonged conflicts akin to those in Colombia and Sri Lanka. He underscored the crucial role of comprehensive military operations, integrating military intelligence, the Department of State Services (DSS),…
Comrade Joe Ajaero, President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), has called for improved wages, insurance coverage, and pension plans for journalists across Nigeria. This appeal was made during a courtesy visit to Chris Isiguzo, President of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), in Abuja. Ajaero highlighted the pivotal role journalists played in Nigeria’s fight for independence and in sustaining the country’s democracy. He lamented the current plight of many journalists, who often struggle to receive their salaries. “Journalism is deteriorating despite technological advancements that have enhanced the practice,” Ajaero stated. “The welfare of journalists is grossly neglected. They tirelessly…
Justice Inyang Ekwo of the Federal High Court has scheduled the trial of Bello Bodejo, leader of the Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, for May 29. This follows the dismissal of Bodejo’s bail application. Bodejo, who faces charges related to terrorism, was absent at the previous court session, resulting in a delay. However, his counsel, Ahmed Raji, assured the court that Bodejo is prepared for the upcoming trial and indicated there would be no immediate appeal against the bail ruling. The court has mandated an expeditious hearing. Bodejo was detained by the Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA) for allegedly forming an ethnic…
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has launched a resilience and human security assessment across its member states. This initiative aims to deepen the understanding of security dynamics and trends while identifying and enhancing structures that bolster human security within the region. Co-funded by the European Union and the German Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), the project began with an inception dialogue in Abuja, marking Nigeria as the first country to participate in the assessment. Chris Ngwodo, Director of the Office for Strategic Preparedness and Response in Nigeria, described the assessment as a comprehensive study to…
The Kano State High Court, under the leadership of Justice Amina Adamu Aliyu, has ordered the immediate evacuation of Aminu Bayero from the Nasarawa Palace. This decision was made following an ex-parte application by Barrister Ibrahim Isa Wangida, representing the applicants. Justice Aliyu issued an interim injunction preventing Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero and the four dethroned emirs of Bichi, Rano, Gaya, and Karaye from parading themselves as emirs. This order will remain in effect until the hearing and determination of the motion on notice, which is scheduled for June 11, 2024. The court’s order specifies: “An order of interim injunction…
President Bola Tinubu announced that the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway would significantly enhance access to production and marketing centres for 30 million Nigerians. The president made these remarks on Sunday in Lagos during the official launch of the 700km highway project, coinciding with the celebration of his first year in office. Tinubu highlighted the manifold benefits of the highway, emphasizing its potential to provide direct and indirect employment for thousands and create vast economic opportunities. “The construction phase will offer direct employment to thousands and indirect employment to tens of thousands, enhancing economic opportunities for millions,” Tinubu stated. The project, initiated…
The Kano State Government has called on President Bola Tinubu to relocate the deposed 15th Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, citing concerns over the region’s peace and stability. In a press conference on Monday, Deputy Governor Aminu Abdussalam expressed the state government’s apprehensions, stating that Bayero’s presence in Kano poses a significant threat to public order. Abdussalam also detailed the reasons behind the government’s decision to reinstate the 16th Emir, Sanusi, and accompany him to the throne. Addressing the chieftaincy crisis, Abdussalam emphasized that the government had not received any court orders instructing them to maintain the status quo.…