The Federal Government has raised alarms over the organized labour’s demand for a national minimum wage of N494,000. According to the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, such a hike would result in a staggering yearly expenditure of N9.5 trillion. Idris, speaking at a news conference in Abuja, warned that meeting this demand…
President Tinubu has vehemently condemned the recent killing of five soldiers in Aba, Abia State by suspected militants from the proscribed terrorist organization, Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). The tragic incident occurred while the soldiers were on peacekeeping duty, adding to a growing list of attacks on military personnel across Nigeria. This latest act of…
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has expressed concern over the proposed national minimum wage increase to N494,000. The minister warned that the increase, totaling N9.5 trillion, could potentially disrupt the economy and put at risk the well-being of over 200 million Nigerians. Idris emphasized the need for a careful consideration of…
In a decisive operation aimed at curbing cybercrime, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) apprehended 40 individuals suspected of internet fraud in various parts of Abuja on Friday, May 31, 2024. This large-scale arrest, conducted in response to credible intelligence, highlights the ongoing efforts of the EFCC to combat financial crimes and protect citizens…
In a recent address to the Arewa Consultative Forum, President Bola Tinubu called upon state governors to prioritize the functionality of Nigeria’s 774 local government councils. Stressing the importance of these councils in a constitutional democracy, President Tinubu emphasized that local governments must be empowered to deliver essential services to their communities. “We are running…
Dahomey Basin: In a significant move towards expanding Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, a high-profile delegation from the federal government visited Ogun State on Friday. The team, led by the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, included key figures such as Osagie Okubor, Managing Director of SHELL Petroleum Development Company Ltd, Engr….
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed wing, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), launched a brazen attack on a military checkpoint at Federal Government College (FGC) in Ohafia Local Government Area, Abia State earlier today, May 31, 2024, at around 1500hrs. The attack, which was reportedly carried out by a group of heavily…
Former Iranian parliamentary speaker Ali Larijani has thrown his hat into the ring, registering for next month’s presidential election, as reported by state media. This development comes on the heels of President Ebrahim Raisi’s sudden passing in a helicopter crash, which has left a political vacuum in its wake. Ali Larijani’s decision to run for…
On Thursday, President Bola Tinubu inaugurated the Wuye bridge interchange, a significant infrastructure project connecting Wuse and Wuye Districts in the Federal Capital City (FCC). This project marks a major milestone in the government’s ongoing efforts to enhance connectivity and improve transportation within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). During the inauguration, President Tinubu reassured Nigerians…
After winning one of the most fiercely contested elections in Nigeria’s history, President Bola Tinubu’s administration faced immense pressure to deliver immediate results.President Tinubu’s victory was not just a political win but a beacon of hope for many Nigerians who believed in his Renewed Hope mantra. He was widely accepted as a visionary leader with…
