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President Tinubu urges sacrifice as he observes Eid prayer in Lagos
President Tinubu has appealed to Nigerians to make sacrifices as he observes Eid prayer in Lagos. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said some level of sacrifices will be required to move the nation forward. He spoke with journalists after joining the Eid-el-Kabir prayers in Lagos, amplifying the theme of the sermon by the Chief Imam of Lagos. “We have been told by the Chief Imam how we can follow the path of sacrifice. The sacrifice required of a good citizen. Citizenship comes with responsibilities. As citizens, what do we need to do to be committed members of our society? Yes, that…
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Politics is too important to be left to the politicians – VP Shettima calls for collaboration between Government and private sector
Vice-President Kashim Shettima has called for collaboration between the government and business leaders. He emphasized that this partnership is essential for economic growth and prosperity in Nigeria. Shettima highlighted that open dialogue, shared insights, and joint efforts between the public and private sectors are crucial for developing solutions tailored to Nigeria’s unique challenges. He made these remarks at the Heirs Holdings Group Directors’ Annual Summit Dinner in Abuja on Friday, calling for a synergy between the political class and economic stakeholders. He noted that these two spheres are not opposing forces but complementary ones, essential for national stability and progress.…
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Minimum Wage: No figure is sacrosanct, there is always room for adjustment – Organized Labour
Organised labour has stated it is not rigidly attached to any specific figure for the minimum wage. The tripartite committee on minimum wage concluded its discussions last week, presenting two figures to President Bola Tinubu for consideration. The government and the organised private sector proposed N62,000, while organised labour demanded N250,000 as the new minimum wage. However, Festus Osifo, the President of the Trade Union Congress (TUC), mentioned on Channels Television on Friday that no figure is final, and there is always room for negotiation, indicating that labour is open to adjustments. “What we said is that for us when…
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With the current situation in Nigeria if you call all Nigerians and say we are only going to feed women, all men will dress like women – Peter Obi
Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, criticized the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) over recent issues in the country. In an interview on Arise TV, Obi argued that the EFCC is targeting minor offenses, like arresting Bobrisky for spraying a small amount of money, instead of addressing the corruption and economic sabotage committed by the elite. He remarked that given the current situation in Nigeria, if it were announced that only women would be fed, men would start dressing like women. Obi also criticized the CBN for…
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The minimum wage is going to be what Nigerians can afford – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu announced that he would approve a new minimum wage that is financially sustainable for the government. He made this statement on Wednesday during a dinner in Abuja, celebrating Nigeria’s 25 years of uninterrupted democracy. Tinubu expressed gratitude to his longtime supporters and assured Nigerians that he would remain committed to the principles of democratic governance. “I have to celebrate with you my dear brother, Senate President, Deputy Senate President,” he said, adding that Senate President Godswill Akpabio and his deputy, Jibrin Barau would soon get an Executive Bill from him on the new minimum wage. “The minimum…
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President Tinubu has kept to his campaign promises to continue from where Buhari stopped – Peter Obi
Presidential Candidate of Labour Party, Peter Obi has expressed that president Tinubu has maintained that he will continue from where his predecessor Buhari stopped. Speaking during an interview on Channels, Obi made a list of the changes that has happened since Tinubu became President According to him; ’President Tinubu has kept to his campaign promises. Throughout the campaigns, he consistently maintained that he will continue from where Buhari stopped and he has done very well. I will give him excellent pass mark. Dollar was N460, it is now N1500. Fuel was N238, it is now about N700. Diesel was N844,…
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We have turned the economy around and now the benefits are about to be felt by Nigerians – Finance Minister, Wale Edun says
Wale Edun, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, has stated that the benefits of recent reforms implemented by the Tinubu-led administration will soon be evident. In an interview with Arise TV during Nigeria’s Democracy Day celebration at Eagle Square, Abuja, on Wednesday, June 12, Edun mentioned that funding is being provided to enable people to have the financial means to make purchases in the market. He said; “There is hope for better days to come. We are on the right track. We have turned the economy around and now the benefits are about to be felt…
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I did my dobale – President Tinubu jokes about him falling at Eagles Square
President Tinubu made a light-hearted comment about his fall at Eagles Square in Abuja on the morning of June 12. While attempting to mount the parade vehicle, he missed a step and fell, a moment that quickly went viral on social media, leading to some Nigerians mocking him. In response to the mockery, President Tinubu quipped that his fall was a gesture of respect to Nigeria, symbolically prostrating in honor of the country’s 25 years of uninterrupted democracy. ’Early this morning I had a swagger and it is on the social media. They are confused whether I was doing Buga…
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Simon Ekpa must be arrested, he is being protected by Finland and the European Union – Chief of Defence Staff
The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has accused the Finnish government and the European Union of protecting Simon Ekpa, the self-proclaimed Prime Minister of the Indigenous People of Biafra. In an interview on Channels TV on Wednesday, June 12, Musa questioned the European Union’s dedication to supporting democracy in Nigeria, citing their lack of response to requests for Ekpa’s extradition to Nigeria for prosecution. “We have repeatedly complained about the issue of Simon Ekpa. He is in Finland and the Finnish Government is giving him all the support and he is doing what he is doing. The comments…
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Release people arrested during ENDSARS protest. They are your children and grandchildren – Senator Shehu Sani appeals to President Tinubu
Senator Shehu Sani has urged President Bola Tinubu to pardon the young protesters who were arrested and are still being detained over the #EndSARS protest in 2020. In 2020, Nigerian youths took to the streets to protest against police brutality and the country’s dire situation. These protests led to attacks on police stations, formations, and officers nationwide. While some of the arrested protesters have been released, others are believed to still be held in various police stations. During the Democracy Day Presidential dinner at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja, Sani argued that those involved in the protests should…
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We achieve nothing by gloating about an accident that could well happen to any of us – Peter Obi reacts to President Tinubu’s fall during the Democracy Day celebration
Peter Obi expressed sadness over President Tinubu’s fall during the Democracy Day celebration at Eagles Square on June 12. The incident occurred when the President missed a step while attempting to mount the parade vehicle. Obi shared his sentiments on his Facebook page, cautioning against gloating over the accident, emphasizing that it could happen to anyone. ”I was saddened to learn of President Tinubu’s unfortunate fall today. I wish him well. We achieve nothing by gloating about an accident that could well happen to any of us. We are all human beings and, while we profoundly disagree on how to…
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Remain steadfast and resist the temptation of offering your services in foreign lands – VP Shettima tells doctors
Vice President Kashim Shettima has urged Nigerian doctors to remain in the country and support the Tinubu administration’s efforts to improve the nation. During a visit from the National Executive Committee of the Nigerian Medical Association on June 11, Shettima cautioned against the growing trend of emigration, known as the “Japa Syndrome.” In a statement released on June 12, Shettima assured the doctors that President Bola Tinubu has their best interests at heart and appreciates those who choose to stay in Nigeria despite attractive offers abroad. “Remain steadfast and resist the temptation of offering their services in foreign lands. In…
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