Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has approved the implementation of a new minimum wage of N70,000 for all state workers. The announcement, made during a high-level meeting with the Technical Committee responsible for overseeing the implementation of the National Minimum Wage, marks a significant shift in the state’s wage policy. This development is…
Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, made a profound gesture by allowing a 16-year-old gender advocate, Ms. Isabel Anani, to serve as shadow speaker for an entire day. This event aligned with the theme of this year’s International Day of the Girl Child, “Girls’ Vision for the Future,” which emphasizes the empowerment of young girls and their role…
Governor Simi Fubara has instructed his legal team to initiate an appeal against the ruling and seek a stay of execution. The governor is challenging the court’s decision, emphasizing that the judgment did not restore the faction of the Rivers State House of Assembly led by Martin Amaewhule. Governor Simi Fubara’s stance is rooted in…
The public feud between businesswoman Uju Stella and Nigerian music sensation Burna Boy has taken another dramatic turn, as Uju Stella recently expressed her disappointment in their former relationship. In a striking statement, she declared, “I invested three years of my life in our relationship, and it’s disheartening that you reduced it to a mere…
On Wednesday, the Senate affirmed its alignment with the July 11, 2024, Supreme Court judgment, which granted full financial autonomy to the 774 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Nigeria. The court’s decision was a landmark victory for local governments, ensuring their financial independence and reducing their reliance on state governments. However, the Senate expressed disapproval…
The President of the National Industrial Court of Nigeria (NICN) has been urged to take a stand against the growing trend of extravagant swearing-in ceremonies for judicial officers. Concerns are mounting as these ceremonies, originally intended as formal and solemn occasions, have become lavish social events. The transformation of these ceremonies is seen by many…
Afrobeats sensation Davido, renowned for his chart-topping hits and global presence, recently revealed that his twins have turned one. The music icon, whose real name is David Adedeji Adeleke, took to social media to announce this milestone, causing a wave of excitement among fans and well-wishers. The announcement, paired with adorable pictures of the twins,…
Nigerian actress, filmmaker, and producer Funke Akindele has always been known for her humor, grace, and compelling performances in both film and television. Recently, she shared a powerful message about the impact of words, emphasizing the need to choose them wisely. In a heartfelt post on her social media platforms, Funke Akindele urged her fans…
The Kogi State government, alongside 15 other states, has initiated a landmark legal battle at the Supreme Court, seeking to challenge the legality of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The states are questioning the constitutionality of the laws that established the EFCC, asserting that they violate the provisions of the Nigerian Constitution. This…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned two suspects, Josephine Anietie Philip and a native doctor, Effiong Okon, at the Federal High Court in Uyo for their alleged involvement in a N24.3 million land fraud scheme. The defendants appeared before Justice Chigozie M. Onah on September 27, 2024, facing a six-count charge of…
