Author: Blacc Theddi
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From N400 to 60k: Did Threats Silence the Labour Strike?
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Labour Strike: NLC/TUC suspends nationwide action after government offers higher minimum wage but fails to address electricity tariff hike and band classification. Threats of legal action loom. Stay tuned for updates. In the tumultuous landscape of Nigerian labor relations, the recent developments surrounding the nationwide strike initiated by the Nigeria…
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Aba Chaos: Igbo-on-Igbo or Sinister Plot?
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Aba chaos: Recent attacks in Aba, Abia State, raise questions of motive. Were they Igbo-on-Igbo violence or part of a larger, sinister plot to destabilize the region? Leaders urged to act. In recent days, the tranquility of Aba, Abia State, was shattered by a violent attack that left five Nigerian…
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Strike Over Minimum Wage Sparks Nationwide Blackout
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Strike Over Minimum Wage: Nigerian workers embark on an indefinite nationwide strike, shutting down the national grid and essential services, demanding fair wages and reversal of electricity tariff hikes amidst economic crisis. In a bold move against economic hardships and governmental inaction, Nigerian workers have embarked on an indefinite nationwide…
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Minimum Wage Negotiation: NLC and TUC Spark Nationwide Strike for a Fair Share in the Jungle of Economic Strife
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Minimum Wage Negotiation: NLC and TUC demand fair living wages amid economic challenges. Strike called for fair wages and tariff reversal. In the face of mounting economic challenges, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) have declared an indefinite nationwide strike, starting June 3, 2024. This decision…
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ISWAP’s Deadly Symphony: Kukawa Dances to a Chilling Tune
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ISWAP threatens Kukawa with death, prompting mass exodus. Despite military presence, attacks persist in the vital farming and fishing region. In a harrowing development, the residents of Kukawa Local Government Area (LGA) in Borno State face a dire ultimatum from the Islamic State – West Africa Province (ISWAP). The terror…
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Revisiting Regionalism: A Step Forward or a Backward March?
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Revisiting Regionalism: Proposed bill for regional governance in Nigeria faces House disapproval and strong opposition from Lagos State indigenes. The Nigerian House of Representatives has recently disowned a draft bill proposing a return to the regional system of government, sparking significant debate and controversy. The document, titled “A Bill for…
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Is the Ancient University of Sankore the Oldest University in History?
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The Ancient University of Sankore in Timbuktu, Mali, a beacon of African scholarship, dating back to the 1200s AD, offered advanced education in various fields and attracted scholars from across the Muslim world. Today, its legacy continues to inspire. Timbuktu, the legendary city in Mali, stands as a testament to…
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Heavy Military Presence in Southeast As Nigeria’s Conflict Escalates
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Heavy military presence in Southeast as Nigerian Army escalates conflict with IPOB after the killing of soldiers in Abia state. Calls for political solutions and support for affected families highlight the urgent need for peace and dialogue. In recent months, Nigeria’s Southeast has been marred by escalating violence and a…