The Trade Union Congress (TUC) has called upon the federal government to promptly resume the payment of the N35,000 wage award promised to workers by President Tinubu. In his Independence Day address, President Tinubu had announced the N35,000 wage award as a six-month palliative for workers following the removal of the fuel subsidy. However, TUC…
In a significant move to address the persistent issue of flight delays and cancellations in Nigeria, the Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, has declared that aviation regulators will enforce mandatory compensation for affected passengers starting from January 2024. Keyamo made this announcement during his appearance before the National Assembly Joint Committee on Aviation, where he…
Amid mounting health concerns, Governor Rotimi Akeredolu has decided to delegate his responsibilities to Deputy Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, resisting calls from influential figures, including President Bola Tinubu, to step down. The decision, announced through a statement by Akeredolu’s spokesman, Richard Olatunde, comes as the governor plans to proceed on medical leave from December 13 due…
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, reiterated his administration’s dedication to positioning Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to leverage the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). He emphasized the need to equip these enterprises with the necessary skills to enhance their effectiveness and contribute to the stimulation of intra-African trade. Speaking at the opening ceremony…
The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu, voiced significant concerns during her appearance before the Joint National Assembly Committee on Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation to defend the 2024 budget. Chairing the committee, Senator Idiat Adebule presided over a session that brought to light the ministry’s struggle with what Edu deemed an…
In a humanitarian gesture, Nigerian senators have collectively donated one month’s worth of salaries, totaling N109 million, to the victims of the military drone mishap that occurred on December 3 in Tudun Biri, Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The tragic incident resulted in the accidental killing of 85 civilians who had gathered for…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has introduced a new foreign policy framework dubbed the “4D foreign policy,” aimed at leveraging the nation’s diplomatic relationships for strategic advantages. Yusuf Tuggar, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, launched the initiative in Abuja on Monday, emphasizing its focus on Democracy, Development, Demography, and Diaspora. In his address during the…
In a recent development, it is speculated that Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State may be contemplating a move to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), according to a report by New Telegraph. The report suggests that Governor Alia is engaged in substantive discussions with PDP leaders as he no longer feels assured of securing the…
The Nigerian Senate has called on the executive branch to allocate a minimum of 10% of the total annual budget revenue to support agricultural production. Chairman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture Production, Services, and Rural Development, Salihu Mustapha, emphasized this plea during the joint budget defense session of the Ministry of Agriculture and Food…
In a momentous event in Maiduguri, President Bola Tinubu inaugurated 107 mass transit vehicles, including an impressive fleet of 50 electric taxis, a pioneering move by the Borno State Government. The ceremony celebrated Governor Babagana Zulum’s visionary leadership, as the President commended his commitment to people-oriented policies and transformative projects. President Tinubu, expressing his admiration…