Author: Binta Agboola

The South-West leadership of the Labour Party has called on its members in Ogun State to put aside their differences and unite towards presenting a strong front in the forthcoming November 16 local government elections. The party’s leadership made the call during a meeting held in Abeokuta, where they emphasized the need for unity in order to emerge victorious in the elections. According to the Publicity Secretary of the Ogun LP, the meeting was convened to reconcile some internal challenges within the party and strengthen it ahead of the elections. He said, “The Ogun State Labour Party, rising from its…

Davido has responded to the backlash he received over his comment about his logistics manager, Israel DMW’s failed marriage. The afrobeat musician had sparked outrage on social media after he was heard mocking Israel’s estranged wife, Sheila, in a viral video while boarding his newly acquired private jet. In the video, Davido was heard saying “the bitch is regretting now,” which drew widespread criticism from netizens, including celebrities. Music producer Samklef was among those who blasted Davido, stating that he lacks empathy and morals. However, Davido seems unbothered by the criticism. In a post on his official X handle, he…

The Federal Government has taken a step towards resolving the lingering issues with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) by setting up committees to address the union’s demands. The Vice President of ASUU, Prof. Chris Piwuna, disclosed this to newsmen in Abuja, stating that the committees will meet on September 11, 2024. According to Piwuna, the decision was reached at a closed-door meeting between ASUU’s leadership and representatives of the Federal Ministry of Education, led by Prof. Tahir Mamman. “The meeting is over; committees were set up to resolve the IPPIS/EAA and salary areas stuff. The committee is to…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has assured that the recent hike in petrol price will not impact the conduct of the governorship election in Edo State. The Chief Press Secretary to INEC Chairman, Mr. Rotimi Oyekanmi, gave this assurance during a pre-election news conference in Abuja. Oyekanmi explained that the Commission is making provisions to ensure that transporters are not affected by the fuel price increase. He revealed that INEC has been meeting with officials of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) to discuss the matter and find a solution. “Well, first of all, I am aware…

In a bid to alleviate the economic burden on workers in the state, Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, has approved a work-from-home arrangement for civil servants. According to a statement by the Special Adviser on Media to the Governor, Mr. Yinka Oyebode, the new arrangement is aimed at cushioning the effect of the current economic situation on workers in the state. Under the arrangement, officers on levels 01-07 will work from home three days a week, while officers on levels 08-12 will work from home two days a week. Officers on levels 13-17 are expected to work from home…

Former Central Bank of Nigeria Governor, Godwin Emefiele, has launched a legal challenge against the forfeiture of his assets to the Federal Government. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had obtained a series of court orders, forfeiting Emefiele’s funds and landed assets. The latest forfeiture order was obtained on August 12, 2024, when Justice Akintayo Aluko ordered the interim forfeiture of $2.045m and several properties connected to Emefiele. The properties temporarily forfeited include two duplexes at 17b Hakeem Odumosu Street, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos; an undeveloped land measuring 1919.592 sqm at Oyinkan Abayomi Drive, Ikoyi; and a bungalow at…

The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) has condemned the recent increase in the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol), warning that it will worsen poverty among workers and lead to social unrest. In a statement signed by its president, Festus Osifo, on Wednesday, the union described the sudden hike as a “blatant disregard for the welfare of the Nigerian people, particularly the working class.” The statement read, “We urge the government to immediately rescind these decisions, promote policies that will strengthen the naira, and take decisive steps to alleviate the suffering of Nigerians.” The TUC argued that the…

The Ondo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has raised the alarm over alleged plans by the All Progressives Congress (APC) to cause violence during the November 16 election in the state. In a statement issued by the Special Adviser (Media and Publicity) to the PDP Campaign Organisation, Ayo Fadaka, the party accused Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of using state resources to cause security breaches ahead of the poll. The statement read, “Due cognisance has been accorded to deft moves by Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa to compromise the peace and tranquillity of our dear state…We call on the Inspector General…

A former spokesman of the Labour Party (LP) presidential campaign council, Kenneth Okonkwo, has called on President Bola Tinubu, ex-presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Atiku Abubakar, and Peter Obi to step aside ahead of the 2027 elections. Okonkwo, a Nollywood actor, stated that Tinubu, Obi, and Atiku are not fit to contest in the 2027 election, stressing that they have failed Nigerians. He argued that the ruling party has failed, and the opposition has also failed to provide a viable alternative. Okonkwo criticized the opposition for their failure to form a consolidation and work together against the…

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called for an immediate reversal of the increased pump price of petrol across the country. The NLC expressed its disappointment with President Bola Tinubu after the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) increased the official price of fuel from N617 to N897 per litre. NLC President, Joe Ajaero, claimed that the union accepted the N70,000 minimum wage under the understanding that there would be no further increase in fuel prices. Ajaero warned that the NLC will take action against the price hike, stating that the union’s organs will meet in the coming days to…