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There is nothing like a warning strike, If you don’t work, there will be no pay – Ngige tells Resident Doctors
The Nigerian government has called on the National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) to reconsider its planned warning strike, which was set to commence on May 17. In response to a letter from the NARD executive notifying the Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr Chris Ngige, about the impending industrial action, the minister warned that the “no work no pay” rule would be enforced if the strike proceeded as planned. Ngige, having consulted with the Minister of Health, revealed that a meeting had been arranged with the doctors today to address their concerns. He advised the doctors to take advantage…
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Tinubu Outlines Agenda for Nigeria after phone call with US Secretary Blinken
President-elect Bola Tinubu has pledged to swiftly take action and foster unity in Nigeria, while also ensuring positive relations with the United States. In a phone conversation with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Tuesday night, Tinubu conveyed his commitment to implementing institutional reforms and development programs aimed at strengthening democratic institutions and providing assistance to underprivileged Nigerians. Tinubu expressed his determination to enhance Nigeria’s democracy and serve the people faithfully as their president, as stated by his spokesperson Tunde Rahman. Reflecting on his time in America during the 1970s, where he obtained an accounting degree with honors in…
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It’s unlawful for police to handcuff Seun Kuti after he voluntarily surrendered himself – Kenneth Okonkwo
Kenneth Okonkwo, a renowned Nigerian actor, lawyer, and politician, has strongly criticized the Lagos State Police for their treatment of singer Seun Kuti. It can be recalled that SP Benjamin Hundeyin, the Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, shared photos and videos on Twitter, showing Seun Kuti in handcuffs and with his shoes removed, confirming his arrest. Many Nigerians on social media expressed their disapproval of the police’s actions in the comment section. In response, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Nigerian Police Public Relations Officer, stated that it was a standard procedure before detaining an individual. Expressing his thoughts in a series…
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The three arms of Government are all from the South – Yari faults APC’s decision
Abdulaziz Yari, the senator-elect representing Zamfara West, has expressed his opposition to having leaders of the three arms of government exclusively from the Southern region of Nigeria. During an interview on Arise TV, the former Governor of Zamfara State, who is vying for the senate presidency despite his party, the All Progressives Congress, zoning it to the South-South region with Godswill Akpabio as the frontrunner, argued that it is unjust for leaders of all three arms of government to originate from a single region. He said; “Right from the beginning, the party has a tradition of widening the consultation: meeting…
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Court grants Seun Kuti bail, gives Police 48 hours to conclude investigation
Afrobeat musician, Seun Kuti has been granted bail by a Magistrate Court in Yaba on Tuesday. As part of the bail conditions, the defendant is required to present two sureties who own landed properties in Lagos State. Magistrate Adeola Olatunbosun also instructed the police to conclude their investigation within 48 hours. Seun Kuti faced charges of assaulting a police officer, which is an offense under Section 356 of the Criminal Code Act. The police prosecutor, S. A. Adebese, requested the court to remand the defendant for 21 days, allowing the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP) time to prepare legal advice.…
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“We cover Hilda Baci’s husband with the blood of Jesus” – Netizens slam Judy after congratulating the Chef
Judy Austin, the second wife of popular Nollywood actor Yul Edochie, has faced backlash from Nigerians on social media, accusing her of breaking up a home, while Hilda Baci achieved a remarkable feat by breaking a world record. In a Facebook post, Judy Austin celebrated Hilda Baci, the accomplished chef who successfully broke the world record for the longest cooking hours. Austin shared photos of the chef and congratulated her, expressing that this is just the beginning of the wonderful things to come. However, the actress received a barrage of comments labeling her as a home wrecker due to her…
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NYSC: Provide resources or you may as well term it to be voluntary- Jega tells FG
The former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Prof. Attahiru Jega has urged the Federal government to make a crucial decision regarding the NYSC program. He spoke at the Opening Ceremony of the 50th Anniversary Celebration of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) He emphasized that the government should either allocate the necessary resources to sustain the compulsory nature of the scheme or transform it into a voluntary service. Jega highlighted the importance of retaining the NYSC but stressed the need for it to be repositioned to make a significant contribution to national development. He cautioned that without appropriate…
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Kalu can’t be Senate president, he is qualified but the performance from the South-east is considerably very low – Adamu Garba
A chieftain of the Ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, Adamu Garba has expressed his opinion that former Abia State Governor, Orji Uzo Kalu, may not secure the position of President of the 10th Senate due to the party’s underperformance in the South-East region. During his appearance on Arise Television’s morning show on Monday, Adamu expressed confidence that the Chief Whip of the Senate would withdraw from the race for the Senate presidency. It should be noted that the APC National Working Committee has already allocated the position to the South-South region, with Godswill Akpabio from Akwa Ibom State as the…
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Seun Kuti has been placed under arrest over altercation with Police Officer – Lagos police Benjamin Hundeyin says
According to the spokesperson of the Lagos State Police Command, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, afrobeats singer Seun Kuti has been arrested following his altercation with a police officer. Seun Kuti, son of the legendary Fela Kuti, voluntarily surrendered himself at the Lagos State Police Command Headquarters in Ikeja on the morning of May 15. In a statement issued by Hundeyin, it was revealed that Seun Kuti, accompanied by his lawyer and a family representative, has been taken into custody in compliance with the law. The police command appreciates the public’s concern and assures that the ongoing investigation will be thorough, transparent,…
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”Your regime inflicted unprecedented hardship on Nigerians” – Anglican Prelate tells President Buhari
The Archbishop Ecclesiastical Province of the Niger, Most Reverend Alexander Ibezim, has accused the regime of President Buhari of inflicting so much hardship on Nigerians since his assumption of office in 2015. Vanguard reports that while delivering his presidential address at the 1st Session of the 13th Synod of the Awka Diocese of the Anglican Church, held at St Peter’s Church, Agulu in Anaocha local government area of Anambra State, Ibezim described the Buhari’s regime as very challenging to Nigerians. According to the clergyman, the Buhari administration was marked with “killings, kidnapping, looting and inflation,” adding that the government also…
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Actor, Murphy Afolabi dies at 49
Yoruba actor and movie producer, Murphy Afolabi has passed away at the age of 49. Though details of his death are yet to be confirmed, it was gathered that he died from injuries sustained when he fell in the bathroom. The actor whose death was confirmed this morning has thrown movie industry into mourning as many of his colleagues expressed shock at his suden death. Those who saw him days back at public events said it was unbelievable to hear that he has passed on at a young age. Details later…
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I’m so glad I spent my university days smoking weed and having s3x – Twitter user says
A Nigerian Twitter user has said that she has no regret over spending her university days having sex and smoking weed. In a tweet she shared, she stated that that many people are burned out because they’ve been working hard for almost 15 years even though they are just 30 She wrote; I am so glad I spent my university smoking weed, having sex, and not applying myself. Because thats why some of you are burned out. Youve been working hard since your uni days. Youre just 30, yet youve been working hard for almost 15yrs. Damn
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