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Mining Pit Collapse in Nigeria Exposes More Than Just Minerals
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Mining Pit Collapse in Nigeria traps over 30 miners underground. One dead, six rescued. Safety and security concerns raised in Niger State. Another day, another disaster in Nigeria’s embattled mining sector. On Monday, the ground beneath a gold mining pit in central Nigeria gave way, trapping over 30 miners underground.…
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From Russia with Guns: Burkina Faso’s New Defense Strategy
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Burkina Faso, a nation embroiled in deadly conflict and political upheaval, is seeking solace in an old Cold War ally—Russia. The West African country, under military rule since a 2022 coup, is intensifying its military cooperation with Russia, marking a significant pivot in its defense strategy. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey…
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Fuel Subsidy: Is the Government Playing a Game of Smoke and Mirrors?
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Fuel subsidy: President Tinubu claimed to abolish it, yet costs and black markets persist. Atiku demands transparency on fiscal impacts and ongoing subsidy expenditures, questioning government honesty. Ever since President Bola Tinubu, at his inauguration on May 29, 2023, announced the end of the fuel subsidy, it has been a…
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The Hidden Side of Minimum Wage Increases in Nigeria
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Minimum Wage Increases in Nigeria bring higher labor costs for businesses, potentially leading to increased prices for goods and services, impacting the cost of living. A balanced approach is needed to ensure fair wages without causing inflation. The ongoing struggle for a higher minimum wage in Nigeria often focuses on…
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ENUGU Farmer Killed Trying to Save Teen from Fulani Herdsmen Gang Rape
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Fulani Herdsmen attacks in Enugu have been relentless, occurring back-to-back. Our posts delve into the continuous violence, community responses, and the urgent need for government intervention to ensure lasting security and prevent further conflicts. Residents of Aku in Igbo-Etiti Local Government Area, Enugu State, are in shock and anger after…
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Lilian Seenoi-Barr: Breaking Barriers and Building Futures in Northern Ireland
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Lilian Seenoi-Barr has become Northern Ireland’s first black mayor, and only the third on the island of Ireland. This significant achievement marks a step forward in inclusivity and representation in the region. Seenoi-Barr’s journey to becoming mayor of Derry City and Strabane is a testament to resilience and dedication. Originally…
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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…