The discussions between the Federal Government and Organised Labour regarding the new minimum wage are expected to conclude today, with Organised Labour abour leaders eagerly awaiting President Bola Tinubu’s response to their proposal of N250,000. The labour leaders had set a Monday deadline for finalizing discussions on the new minimum wage, and the outcome of…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted another large consignment of codeine-based syrup, barely a week after a similar operation at the Port Harcourt Ports complex in Onne, Rivers State. This latest operation resulted in the seizure of 175,000 bottles of the opioid, imported from India, adding up to a substantial 26,250 kilograms….
Operatives of the Ibadan Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have executed a significant operation, leading to the arrest of 127 suspected internet fraudsters in Ondo State. The suspects were apprehended during an early morning sting operation at a “Yahoo Party” on Saturday, June 8, 2024, in Akure. This party was…
Rep. Ibe Osonwa, representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency of Abia, has issued a powerful call to action for the Federal Government to prioritize stable electricity supply in Nigeria. During an interactive session with newsmen in Umuahia on Saturday, the lawmaker emphasized the pivotal role of reliable and affordable electricity in unleashing the nation’s productive capacity and…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has named major roads in the Guzape area of the Federal Capital Territory after renowned Nigerian novelist and poet, Chinua Achebe, and literary giant, JP Clark. This gesture was announced during the inauguration of the Engineering Infrastructure in Guzape District Lot I & II on Saturday in Abuja. The President’s decision…
A wave of heated debate swept through the Nigerian Senate on Wednesday as Senator Titus Zam’s Bill for an Act to establish the National Animal Husbandry and Ranches Commission for the regulation, management, preservation, and control of ranches throughout Nigeria, and for connected purposes, 2024, passed its second reading. In his argument, Senator Titus Zam,…
Funke Akindele, the record-breaking Nollywood actress and producer, has revealed the role ace musician D’banj played in her career. D’banj supported her financially to start her ‘Jenifa’ brand of films, which shot her to fame. Akindele spoke at D’banj’s 20 years in the music industry anniversary dinner held in Lagos on Saturday. She expressed her…
Maureen Esisi, the estranged wife of Nollywood actor Blossom Chukwujekwu, has revealed that she is still technically married to him. According to her, she has not signed the divorce papers, making their marriage legally binding. This news has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, with fans and colleagues wondering what this means for the couple’s…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has proposed a national minimum wage of N62,000, a move that is expected to improve the standard of living for many Nigerians. This increase will provide much-needed relief to workers who have been struggling to make ends meet due to the high cost of living. The adjustment of the minimum…
Doyin Okupe, Former Director-General of Peter Obi’s 2023 Presidential campaign, has made a surprising declaration that Bola Tinubu is the best candidate among all those who ran for the presidency in 2023. Doyin Okupe’s endorsement of Tinubu comes as a shock to many, given his previous association with Peter Obi’s campaign. However, Doyin Okupe’s statement…
