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Wednesday, 14 May 2025, 4:17 pm
Workers’ day: NLC demands full employment of casual staff in Akwa Ibom The Akwa Ibom Council of the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, has called for the full integration of over 1,000 casual workers into the state civil service to enable them to earn a decent living. The chairperson of NLC in the state, Comrade Sunny James, made the appeal during the 2025 Workers’ Day celebration, expressing regret
The Akwa Ibom Council of the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, has called for the full integration of over 1,000 casual…
Details of US-Ukraine economic partnership, reconstruction deal unveiled The United States and Ukraine entered into a historic agreement on 30 April — a partnership for the reconstruction and long-term economic success of Ukraine. Sharing the details on Thursday, the White House described the agreement as “a fully collaborative partnership” that would be mutually beneficial to both nations. The Trump administration stated that the
The United States and Ukraine entered into a historic agreement on 30 April — a partnership for the reconstruction and…
No government ever raised workers’ salary to N70,000 as Tinubu did – Minister The Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammadu Dingyadi, has stated that no previous government has ever increased workers’ salaries to the extent that President Bola Tinubu has done. Speaking on Arise Television, the minister said the president had demonstrated genuine concern for Nigerian workers. “Let me say this from my heart, not because I’m the
The Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammadu Dingyadi, has stated that no previous government has ever increased workers’ salaries to…
Kwara Assembly tasks govt to review operation of okada, tricycle operators The Kwara State House of Assembly has called on the state government to direct the Ministry of Transport to register recognised transport unions in order to curb the infiltration of undesirable elements among them. The call followed a motion of General Public Importance on the “Urgent Need to Review the Operation of Okada and Tricycle
The Kwara State House of Assembly has called on the state government to direct the Ministry of Transport to register…
North feels marginalised by Tinubu’s administration — Hakeem Baba-Ahmed Former Special Adviser on Political Affairs to President Bola Tinubu in the Office of Vice President Kashim Shettima, Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has disclosed the position of the North regarding President Bola Tinubu’s presidency. Baba-Ahmed revealed that the North wants Tinubu to address its problems, such as insecurity, poverty, unemployment, and drug abuse. Speaking on Channels Television’s
Former Special Adviser on Political Affairs to President Bola Tinubu in the Office of Vice President Kashim Shettima, Hakeem Baba-Ahmed,…
Workers’ Day: Your sweat will not go in vain – Gov Namadi promises Jigawa workers Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi has saluted all workers in the state for their effective and efficient service delivery, which he described as instrumental to the progress, prosperity, and development of the state. He made the remarks while addressing workers during the May Day celebration held at the Mallam Aminu Kano Triangle in Dutse. Governor
Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi has saluted all workers in the state for their effective and efficient service delivery, which…
Trump vows to sanction countries buying Iranian oil, petrochemical products President Donald Trump has vowed that any country purchasing oil or petrochemical products from Iran will face immediate secondary sanctions. According to Trump, such a nation will cease to do business with the United States. The US President, who made the vow on Thursday via a post on his Truth Social account, declared that all
President Donald Trump has vowed that any country purchasing oil or petrochemical products from Iran will face immediate secondary sanctions.…
Trump signs order to promote religious freedom in America President Donald Trump has signed an Executive Order establishing the Religious Liberty Commission to safeguard and promote America’s founding principle of religious freedom. The body will comprise a chairman and vice chairman, ex officio government officials, and members drawn from diverse religious and professional backgrounds, including clergy, legal experts, academics, and public advocates. The White
President Donald Trump has signed an Executive Order establishing the Religious Liberty Commission to safeguard and promote America’s founding principle…
Zelenskyy confirms Ukraine’s economic partnership with US President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Thursday confirmed the signing of Ukraine’s economic partnership with the United States, clarifying that the agreement “foresees no debt.” Zelenskyy explained that the deal provides for the establishment of a Reconstruction Fund that will invest in Ukraine and generate returns within the country. The Ukrainian leader stated that the agreement will
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Thursday confirmed the signing of Ukraine’s economic partnership with the United States, clarifying that the agreement…
Niger to move from tricycle, motorcycle transportation to electric cars – Gov Bago Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago has announced plans to transition the state’s transportation system from tricycles and motorcycles to electric cars. Speaking at the 2025 International Labour Day celebration, Bago revealed a partnership with a Chinese firm to establish an electric car assembly plant in Niger State. He noted that the initiative aims to make
Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago has announced plans to transition the state’s transportation system from tricycles and motorcycles to electric…
