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Jul
02
2024
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Labour Sends New Message To Tinubu’s Government Over Minimum Wage

Labour Sends New Message To Tinubu’s Government Over Minimum Wage

Economy, FGN, Labour, News Flash, Politics
“What We Want to Hear”: Labour Sends New Message To Tinubu's Govt Over Minimum Wage President of Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, has accused the federal government of hiding under the state governors. Ajaero said the delay in submitting the new minimum wage proposal to the National Assembly shows that the government has not put its house in order. He said any governor that cannot pay the new minimum wage, when it becomes effective, should resign. President of Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, said what organized labour wants to hear is that the federal government want to consult…
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Jul
02
2024
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Planned Restrictions On Keke And Motorcycles Operation In Aba And Umuahia Postponed

Planned Restrictions On Keke And Motorcycles Operation In Aba And Umuahia Postponed

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics
URGENT PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT: UPDATE ON THE RESTRICTION OF TRICYCLES (KEKE]AND MOTORCYCLES OPERATION IN ABA AND UMUAHIA. This is to inform the general public that the planned restriction of the operations of Tricycles[ keke] and Motorcycles [Okada] introduced by Abia state government between the hours of 7:00pm and 6:00am billed to start today, Monday, July 1st, 2024 has been shifted to commence on the 1st of August , 2024. However, the enumeration and registration of all commercial vehicles, tricycles and motorcycles in the transport sector in Abia state will commence today as scheduled. This adjustment is to accommodate the numerous pleas…
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Jul
02
2024
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Wike Challenges Senator Ireti Kingibe For Popularity In 2027 Election In FCT

Wike Challenges Senator Ireti Kingibe For Popularity In 2027 Election In FCT

Abuja, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics
Wike Fires Back at Senator Ireti Kingibe: “I challenge you, if you’re popular in 2027, come and run under Abuja In a heated exchange, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has responded sharply to comments made by Senator Ireti Kingibe of the Labour Party. Wike’s remarks were direct and provocative, challenging Kingibe’s popularity and political prospects. “If you’re angry, go and hang yourselves on a transformer!,” Wike declared. “I challenge you, if you’re popular in 2027, come and run under Abuja, we’ll fail you.” The minister’s comments were in response to criticism from Senator Kingibe, reflecting…
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Jul
02
2024
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Many Feared Dead And Trapped As Popular Hotel Building Collapses In Abuja

Many Feared Dead And Trapped As Popular Hotel Building Collapses In Abuja

Abuja, Mishap, News Flash
Many Feared Dead or Trapped As Popular Hotel Building Collapses In Abuja Many people were trapped when a four-storey building attached to the Westbrook Hotel in the Garki area of the Federal Capital Territory collapsed on Monday night. The Westbrook Hotel is said to be owned by a former governor of a state in the South East. An eyewitness, who informed PUNCH Online of the incident on condition of anonymity, said there could be a “possibility” of casualties as he saw two trapped persons being pulled out from the rubble and taken to the hospital. “There is a possibility that…
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Jul
02
2024
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Police Arrest Fake EFCC Officers Plotting Kidnapping

Police Arrest Fake EFCC Officers Plotting Kidnapping

Crime, News Flash, Security
Fake EFCC Officers Plotting Kidn@pping Arrësted The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested four suspected fake Economic Financial Crimes Commission officers while planning to abduct and collect N150 million ransom from their victim (name withheld). Parading the suspects alongside other suspects at the command headquarters in Ikot Akpanabia, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State capital on Monday, the Commissioner of Police, CP Waheed Ayilara, said the principal suspect, Emmanuel Akpayak, masterminded the kidnap of the would-be victim whom he owed over N12 million as he tried to extort money from him and subsequently kill him to evade repayment of his debt.…
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Jul
02
2024
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How Iyabo Ojo Politicized Mohbad’s Death – Seun Kuti

How Iyabo Ojo Politicized Mohbad’s Death – Seun Kuti

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Entertainment, Gossips, Politics
How Iyabo Ojo Politicised Mohbad’s Death – Seun Kuti Afrobeat musician Seun Kuti has fired shots Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo, accusing her of politicising the tragic death of music artist Mohbad. This is coming after the actress called out Seun for siding with self-proclaimed activist Very Dark Man amid their ongoing tussle. In his reaction, the son of Afrobeat legend Fela took to his Instagram livestream to express his views on the spat between the pair. While speaking, he accused the actress of using Mohbad’s death to push an agenda against singer Naira Marley. He said, “I don’t do personal…
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Jul
02
2024
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Nigeria Customs Intercepts Container Of Arms Including 844 Riffles Worth N4Billion At Onne Port

Nigeria Customs Intercepts Container Of Arms Including 844 Riffles Worth N4Billion At Onne Port

Crime, Economy, News Flash, Security
Customs Intercepts Container Of Arms Including 844 Rifles Worth N4Billion At Onne Port The Nigeria Customs Service has intercepted a container from Turkey containing 844 rifles and 112,500 pieces of live ammunition. The service arrested three suspects who are currently in custody, and a thorough investigation is ongoing to ensure all those involved face the full wrath of the law, the NCS said. The container, which was subjected to a physical examination on June 21, 2024, was found to have the following contents. Briefing journalists at Onne Port, Rivers State on Monday where the items were seized, the Comptroller General…
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Jul
02
2024
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VeryDarkMan: Seun Kuti Dares Iyabo Ojo, ‘Come For My Arrest’

VeryDarkMan: Seun Kuti Dares Iyabo Ojo, ‘Come For My Arrest’

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VeryDarkMan: ‘Come For My Arrest’ Seun Kuti Dares Iyabo Ojo Afrobeats singer Seun Kuti has responded to Iyabo Ojo’s allegations that he was enabling VeryDarkMan’s online antics. Kuti denied being a “confusionist,” stating that his issue lies with Ojo using her influence to arrest VeryDarkMan, rather than their social media feud. He further challenged Ojo, daring her also to come and arrest him. In a video message shared via his Instagram account, Kuti said: “I’m not a ‘confusionist’. And there was no time I opposed you fighting VeryDarkMan. I only said you shouldn’t be locking people up. “If you’re angry,…
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Jul
02
2024
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They’ll Keep Arresting Me, I Can’t Stop – VeryDarkMan Reacts To Arrest

They’ll Keep Arresting Me, I Can’t Stop – VeryDarkMan Reacts To Arrest

Arts And Culture, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Entertainment, News Flash
They’ll Keep Arresting Me, I Can't Stop– VeryDarkMan Reacts To Arrest Popular social media influencer Martins Otse, known as VeryDarkMan, has reacted to his recent arrest, declaring that he will not cease his activism despite repeated detentions, as he is committed to helping others. He made this statement on his Instagram page in a video posted on Sunday, June 30, 2024, where he detailed his ordeal with the police, who had called him in for a statement. VeryDarkMan also expressed his resolve to continue his activism, stating he has become deeply involved. He wrote, “The painful part of this whole…
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Jul
01
2024
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Gov Otti Attends Grand Civic Reception Of The Honourable Justice CHIOMA Nwosu-Iheme, JSC By Her Friends In Owerri, IMO State

Gov Otti Attends Grand Civic Reception Of The Honourable Justice CHIOMA Nwosu-Iheme, JSC By Her Friends In Owerri, IMO State

Judiciary, Entertainment, News Flash, Personality
Governor Alex Otti attends the grand civic reception of The Honourable Justice Chioma Nwosu-Iheme, JSC by her friends in Owerri, Imo State. The Executive Governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti Joined Friends and Associates of The Honourable Justice Chioma Nwosu-Iheme, JSC to celebrate her well deserved elevation to the Supreme Court - the Highest Court of the Land. Dr. Otti extolled the virtues of Honourable Justice Chioma Nwosu-Iheme, JSC, as an amazon and a shinning star on the bench. He applauded Honourable Justice Nwosu-Iheme for attaining the pinnacle of the legal profession. The occasion was graced by…
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