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Gov. Adeleke warns against politicisation of security services
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has cautioned against politicization of security services as it poses a serious threat to the deepening of the nation’s democratic system. Speaking while receiving the Deputy Inspector General of Police, DIG Biodun Alabi at the Government House Osogbo, the Governor called on security agencies to avoid political partisanship and focus on…
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Collapsed mine: Alake condoles victims, vows to enforce miner’s insurance
The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake has reaffirmed the federal government’s commitment to enforcing insurance policy for mine workers in Nigeria. Representing President Bola Tinubu on a condolence visit to Niger State Governor, Hon. Umar Bago, in Minna, Alake, conveyed the President’s sympathies following the recent mine pit collapse in Galadima Kogo, Shiroro Local Government Area. “I…
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N60,000 minimum wage not sustainable – NGF
The Nigerian Governors Forum has said the proposed N60,000 minimum wage for Nigerian workers is unsustainable. A Statement by the NGF’s Director of Media and Public Affairs, Halimah Salihu Ahmed, on Friday stated that though the Forum agrees that a new minimum wage is due, it urges all parties to consider the fact that the minimum wage negotiations also involve consequential…
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VP’s new residence fulfills our promise to complete inherited projects, says Tinubu
Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has commissioned the official residence of the Vice President, stressing that it is in fulfillment of his promises to Nigerians, including completion of inherited projects which is one of the cardinal objectives of his administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda. Speaking in Abuja on Friday during the commissioning of the Vice President’s official residence, President Tinubu noted…
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Tribunal fines Multichoice Nigeria N150m, free one-month subscription
By Innocent Raphael The Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal (CCPT) has imposed a N150 million on Multichoice Nigeria for contesting the tribunal’s jurisdiction. The court Alsip mandated the company to grant subscribers on its DStv and GOtv platforms one month of free service. The ruling, delivered on Friday by a panel led by Justice Thomas Okosu, follows Multichoice Nigeria’s recent…
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SGF labels national grid shutdown by organised Labour as treasonable offense
By Innocent Raphael Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Sen. George Akume has condemned the recent shutdown of Nigeria’s national grid by Organised Labour, calling it a “treasonable offense.” The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) attributed the grid shutdown to labour’s enforcement of a nationwide strike, spurred by the Tripartite Committee’s failure to agree on a new minimum…
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EFCC, AMCON strengthen collaboration on FG’s asset recovery
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and Asset Management Company of Nigeria, (AMCON) have made fresh moves to strengthen their working relationship towards improved asset recoveries and management. These moves were made in Abuja on Thursday when AMCON’s management, led by its Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Gbenga Alade paid a courtesy visit to the Executive Chairman…
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FG commissions flood control project in Benue
The Federal Government on Thursday commissioned the Idye flood control, dyke project at Nyiman, Makurdi to tackle perennial flooding and address erosion in Makurdi, the Benue State capital. A statement by Terhemen Oraduen, the Personal Assistant on Media and Publicity to the Honourable Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation said. Recall that, Benue State and Makurdi in particular have continued…
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Aviation operators commend minister for halting $300 helicopter landing fee
By Innocent Raphael The Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) have applauded Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, for suspending the proposed $300 helicopter landing and take-off fee. Recall that a memo from Keyamo had mandated helicopter operators to pay $300 per flight at designated landing zones across Nigeria, with Naebi Dynamic Concept Limited authorized to collect these…
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Atiku accuses FG of diverting public funds through petrol subsidy
By Innocent Raphael In a recent statement, former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar accused President Bola Tinubu’s administration of diverting public funds via the petrol subsidy, alleging that the government has not disclosed the expenditure details. Reports emerged on Wednesday suggesting the federal government might suspend import duties on food and drugs, based on a document titled ‘Inflation Reduction and Price Stability…
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