Tag: Nigeria
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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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FG vs. Governors: Battle for Local Government Autonomy Hits Supreme Court
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FG vs. Governors: The FG has filed a Supreme Court suit against state governors, seeking full LGA autonomy, direct funding, and an end to caretaker committees, aiming to strengthen local democracy and accountability. The Federal Government (FG) has initiated a landmark legal action against the governors of Nigeria’s 36 states,…
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Backward March: Tinubu’s Anthem Reversal Stirs Controversy
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Tinubu’s Anthem Reversal sparks controversy as Ezekwesili and Yesufu reject old anthem. Senate President announces anthem change, urging Nigerians to embrace it In a controversial move, President Bola Tinubu has signed into law the bill to revert Nigeria’s national anthem to the original version adopted at independence in 1960. This…
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Royal Rumble: Court Halts Emir Sanusi’s Reinstatemen
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Emir Sanusi’s reinstatement has been halted by a court order, intensifying Kano’s political turmoil. Governor Yusuf’s efforts to reverse past changes face legal and social challenges as the state’s stability hangs in balance. In a dramatic turn of events, the Federal High Court in Kano has issued an ex-parte order…
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Beyond the Badge: The Tearful Tale of Onybuchi Anele’s Tragic Encounter
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Onybuchi Anele, a father of one, tragically lost his life after being allegedly shot in the face with a teargas canister by a policeman in Abuja. This event highlights the ongoing issues of police brutality and the urgent need for accountability within law enforcement agencies. Incident Overview On May 22,…
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu: First year
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s first year in office has been a period of significant challenge and transition for Nigeria. Taking over from his predecessor, Muhammadu Buhari, Tinubu has faced a nation grappling with economic instability, high debt, and social unrest. Economic Policies and Impact Tinubu inherited a nation in economic…
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Emefiele’s Assets Frozen in High-Stakes Court Drama
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Emefiele’s Assets Frozen: Court orders interim forfeiture of funds & properties. Raises concerns on CBN’s independence & executive power. The legal and political turmoil surrounding Godwin Emefiele, the former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has once again thrust Nigeria’s judicial independence and executive power into the spotlight.…