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The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) is gearing up for negotiations with the government over the imminent review of the national minimum wage, which is set to expire in April 2024. This comes following President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s pledge in his New Year address to implement a “national living wage” this year. This is an excerpts…
In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court has solidified Governor Hyacinth Alia’s position as the legitimate governor of Benue State, dismissing the appeal lodged by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, Titus Uba, challenging the outcome of the March 18 state election. The five-man panel of Justices, led by Justice Inyang Okoro, took…
Reno Omokri, a vocal commentator, stirred debate on X (or Twitter: @renoomokri) with his assertion that the next Nigerian President following Bola Tinubu will likely be a Muslim Northerner. Omokri, known for his outspokenness on social and political issues, highlighted cultural nuances and attitudes towards leadership, hinting at possible implications for Nigeria’s political landscape. He…
In a pivotal move set to alleviate financial burdens haunting Nigerian sporting teams, President Bola Tinubu has taken the reins in clearing outstanding payments owed by the Federal Government. The much-awaited announcement was made public via Tinubu’s Media Centre, underscoring the resolve to address long-standing financial discrepancies. The salient points of the statement echo a…
In a bid to fortify Nigeria’s maritime security, Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, presented two state-of-the-art unmanned water vessels to President Bola Tinubu. The Swift Ship Company in the United States generously donated these vessels—S2 and S3 Swift Sea Stalkers—marking a significant step forward in the fight against insecurity on Nigerian waterways. Henshaw…
In a significant breakthrough against cybercrime, the National Cybercrime Center of the Nigerian Police Force (NPF-NCCC) has made substantial headway in dismantling a cyberstalking and blackmailing syndicate that operated behind the façade of the Gistlover blog. A statement issued by ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force’s Public Relations Officer, confirmed the arrests of three suspects linked…
Celebrity chef Failatu Abdul Razak from Ghana has set her sights on culinary greatness with a daring attempt to break the Guinness World Records (GWR) for the longest cook-a-thon—an audacious feat that’s captured the attention of food enthusiasts worldwide. In a relentless pursuit of her culinary ambitions, Chef Razak has surpassed the standing record set…
In a sweeping investigation targeting forex allocations during Godwin Emefiele’s tenure as Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has made its presence felt at the headquarters of Dangote Group and several other companies, a development confirmed by office staff to The Cable on Wednesday. Amidst the…
In a surprising turn of events, the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has disclosed a cunning infiltration into its system by an undercover reporter, @Theumar_audu, who cunningly outsmarted their mobilization process despite having completed service in 2019. Eddy Megwa, the spokesperson for the NYSC, revealed intriguing details behind this breach. “Our system isn’t devoid of…
Return of Akeredolu’s Remains from Germany The return of former Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu’s remains from Germany marked a solemn moment as the plane carrying his body landed in Nigeria on Friday, January 5, 2024, at approximately 3:39 p.m. Emotional Reception and Political Solidarity The emotional reception saw a gathering of family members, political…