Abuja

Nov
19
2024
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Wike Approves New Minimum Wage Of 70k For FCT Workers

Wike Approves New Minimum Wage Of 70k For FCT Workers

Abuja, Economy, Labour, News Flash
Wike Approves New Minimum Wage For FCT Workers Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has directed the immediate payment of N70,000, the new minimum wage, for all administration staff. The move comes after President Bola Tinubu signed the new Minimum Wage Bill into law in May 2024, following months of negotiation with organized labour. The approval was announced in a statement signed by Anthony Odeh, Press Secretary to the Head of the Civil Service of the FCT, and made available to journalists on Tuesday. According to the statement, Wike approved the payment of the minimum wage on Monday,…
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Nov
15
2024
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Wike Suspends FCDA Executive Secretary, Engr. Shehu Hadi Ahmad, Indefinitely

Wike Suspends FCDA Executive Secretary, Engr. Shehu Hadi Ahmad, Indefinitely

Abuja, FGN, News Flash
Wike Suspends FCDA Executive Secretary, Engr. Shehu Hadi Ahmad, Indefinitely The Executive Secretary, Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA), Engr. Shehu Hadi Ahmad, has been suspended indefinitely. According to a statement on Thursday, by Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and New Media to the Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike's suspension of Engr Hadi Ahmad is with immediate effect. The suspended Executive Secretary has consequently been directed to hand over to the Director of Engineering Services, in the FCDA.
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Nov
13
2024
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The Level Of Corruption In The Power Sector Will Make You Cry – EFCC Chairman, Olukoyede

The Level Of Corruption In The Power Sector Will Make You Cry – EFCC Chairman, Olukoyede

Abuja, Crime, News Flash, Power & Energy
Things We Discovered In Power Sector Will Make You Cry – Olukoyede, EFCC Chairman The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Ola Olukoyede, has said the level of corruption in the power sector would make people cry. He put it this way: “As we speak, we are grappling with electricity. If you see some of the investigations we are carrying out within the power sector, you will shed tears. “People were awarded contracts to supply electricity equipment. Instead of using what they call 9.0 guage, they will go and buy 5.0. Every time you see the…
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Nov
04
2024
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President Tinubu Swears In Seven New Ministers

President Tinubu Swears In Seven New Ministers

Abuja, FGN, News Flash, Politics
President Tinubu Swears In Seven New Ministers President Bola Tinubu has sworn in seven newly-appointed ministers at the Council Chambers in Abuja. The new ministers were sworn-in today, 4th of November, 2024 after Mr Tinubu reshuffled his cabinet. The ministers are Dr Nentawe Yilwatda – Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction; Muhammadu Dingyadi – Minister of Labour and Employment; Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu – Minister of State Foreign Affairs. “Others are Dr Jumoke Oduwole – Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment (Trade and Investment), Idi Maiha – Minister of Livestock Development; Yusuf Ata – Minister of State, Housing and Urban Development;…
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Nov
02
2024
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Festus Keyamo Ready To Face Reps Over Oyedepo’s Airstrip License

Festus Keyamo Ready To Face Reps Over Oyedepo’s Airstrip License

Abuja, FGN, News Flash
Keyamo Ready To Face Reps Over Oyedepo’s Airstrip License The Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, has promised to provide a detailed explanation to the House of Representatives regarding the operational framework of the aviation sector, particularly in relation to the airstrip license granted by Bishop David Oyedepo. Keyamo’s comments come on the heels of a motion moved in the House calling for the revocation of licenses for private airstrips, including that of Oyedepo’s Canaanland recently approved by the federal government. While addressing the matter, Keyamo in a post on his personal X-account, emphasized the need for a comprehensive understanding of…
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Nov
02
2024
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Court In Abuja Grants 114 #EndBadGovernance Protesters N10 Million Bail Each

Court In Abuja Grants 114 #EndBadGovernance Protesters N10 Million Bail Each

Abuja, Judiciary, News Flash
Court Grants 114 #EndBadGovernance Protesters N10 Million Bail Each A Federal High Court in Abuja, on Friday, admitted the 114 protesters who were arraigned over their involvement in the #EndBadGovernance protest to N10 million bail each with two sureties each in like sum. Justuce Obiora Egwuatu admitted them to bail after hearing the defence lawyers’ application and the prosecution’s submission. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that two separate charges were brought before Justice Egwuatu. In the first 10-count charge marked: FHC/ABJ/CR/503/2024, 76 defendants were listed while in the four-count charge number: FHC/ABJ/CR/527/2024, 43 persons were listed as defendants,…
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Oct
27
2024
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40 Persons Trapped In Abuja As Building Collapses

40 Persons Trapped In Abuja As Building Collapses

Abuja, Mishap, News Flash
40 Persons Trapped As Building Collapses In Abuja No fewer than 40 people are trapped under the rubble of a building that collapsed on Saturday in the Sabon Lugbe area of Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory. As of press time, sympathizers and emergency workers are on-site, working to rescue those still caught beneath the debris. The building, reportedly under construction, collapsed in the early hours, prompting calls for immediate intervention from government agencies and emergency response teams. Witnesses at the scene have expressed urgency for additional support to aid ongoing rescue efforts. “No fewer than 40 persons are currently trapped…
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Aug
26
2024
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Six Killed As Police, Shi’ites Clash In Abuja

Six Killed As Police, Shi’ites Clash In Abuja

Abuja, Crime, News Flash, Security
Six Killed As Police, Shi’ites Clash In Abuja Six persons were killed as tensions escalated at the Julius Berger area of Abuja on Sunday following a violent clash between members of the El Zakzaky movement, also known as Shiites, and officers of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command. Two police officers were among the dead, while several others sustained gunshot injuries, it was gathered. Chaos erupted when members of the proscribed Islamic Movement of Nigeria (IMN), identified as the Shiite group, allegedly attacked a police checkpoint at Wuse junction. According to officers from the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police…
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Aug
19
2024
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President Tinubu’s New N150Billion Airbus A330 Presidential Jet Lands At Abuja Airport

President Tinubu’s New N150Billion Airbus A330 Presidential Jet Lands At Abuja Airport

Abuja, News Flash, Presidency
Tinubu’s New N150Billion Airbus A330 Presidential Jet Lands At Abuja Airport President Bola Tinubu will embark on a trip to France on Monday, August 19, departing from Abuja, the nation’s capital. The President will return to the country after his brief work stay in France, a statement signed by Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media & Publicity said on Sunday. The President will travel on the newly acquired luxury Airbus A330 aircraft, which landed at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja at 8.29 pm on Sunday. SaharaReporters reported earlier on Sunday that the aircraft touched…
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