Danger Ahead: Specialists Discuss Potential Impact of Minimum Wage Struggle

Experts Warn of Economic Perils Amid Minimum Wage Dispute Industry experts and financial analysts warn that the economy is on a difficult path to recovery, and the ongoing minimum wage agitation and reintroduction of the fuel subsidy will further complicate the prospects for early recovery. Organised Labour stated over the weekend that President Bola... Read More

National Grid Shutdown During Strike Draws Strong Reactions From Citizens

As organized labour and workers anxiously await an update on the minimum wage struggle, reactions have continued to trail the shutdown of the national grid by the unions during the two-day nationwide strike. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) initiated an indefinite strike on Monday, demanding an increase in... Read More

Tinubu Under Legal Fire for Not Disclosing Loans Taken by Former Presidents

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against President Bola Tinubu’s government for not disclosing spending details of loans obtained by former presidents Olusegun Obasanjo, Umaru Musa Yar’Adua, Goodluck Jonathan, and Muhammadu Buhari. The suit names the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, and... Read More

Hostage Crisis in Gaza: Israel Secures Safe Release of Four Captives

In a daring and meticulously planned operation, Israeli security forces have successfully rescued four hostages from Gaza, marking a significant achievement in the ongoing conflict with Hamas. The rescue, executed by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) in coordination with the Shin Bet security agency, took place in the city of Rafah, a known Hamas... Read More

NDLEA’s Massive Haul: 110 Suspects Detained, 520kg of Drugs Seized in Kaduna

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Kaduna State Command has announced the arrest of 110 suspects and the recovery of 520.385 kilograms of illicit substances in May. Mr. Samaila Danmalam, the NDLEA Commander in Kaduna, revealed these details to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday in Kaduna. Danmalam stated, “In May,... Read More

Minister of Finance Wale Edun submits minimum wage cost to Tinubu

Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has submitted the projected cost implications of implementing a new national minimum wage to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. On Thursday, June 6, Edun delivered the document just two days after Tinubu directed him to present a proposed new minimum wage figure along with... Read More

Controversial Call: Maddison Left Out of England Squad for Euro 2024

James Maddison Axed from England Squad In a surprising turn of events, James Maddison has been dropped from England’s squad for Euro 2024. The decision, announced by England manager Gareth Southgate, has sparked widespread debate among fans and pundits alike. Maddison, who has been in fine form for Leicester City this season, was expected... Read More

Obasanjo Calls on Leaders to Prioritize Food Security Amid Growing Concerns

Obasanjo Urges Leaders to Prioritize Food Security Former President Olusegun Aremu Obasanjo has called on leaders to place greater emphasis on food security, which he referred to as “stomach infrastructure.” Speaking in Sokoto, Obasanjo highlighted the importance of this issue during the formal unveiling of 136 housing units, purchased at a cost of N1.820... Read More

Shock Move: Ondo NNPP Governorship Candidate Steps Down

In a surprising turn of events, Mr. Israel Ayeni, the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) governorship candidate for the upcoming November 16 election in Ondo State, has announced his withdrawal from the race. Ayeni secured the NNPP ticket on April 26, garnering 100 votes to triumph over his sole rival, Prof. Ibrahim Ajagunna, at... Read More

Tinubu Orders Immediate Cost Assessment of Minimum Wage Raise by Finance Ministry

FCT – President Bola Tinubu has issued a directive to the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, to prepare and present the cost implications of a new minimum wage by the end of the day. This urgent directive comes as the government seeks a sustainable and realistic figure... Read More