Published by Cyril | 29th August The Lagos State Chapter of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called for a new minimum wage of ₦150,000 for workers in the state, citing the rising cost of living and recent wage reviews in Imo and Ebonyi states. Speaking on Thursday, the Lagos NLC Chairperson, Funmi Sesi, stressed…
Published by Cyril | 29th August Authorities in the City of Tshwane, South Africa, have commenced the demolition of two high-rise complexes owned by Nigerian property developer George Asaba, after multiple court rulings declared the structures unlawful. The move follows a March ruling by the Gauteng High Court, which ordered the demolition of the buildings…
Published by Cyril | 29th August Tragedy struck at the busy Mandillas area of Lagos Island on Wednesday after a fight over the sharing of ₦8,000 led to the death of a trader, Sodiq Ibrahim. According to eyewitnesses, the clash broke out between Ibrahim and his colleague, Ebuka Adindu, both members of the “Oso Ahia”…
Published by Cyril | 29th August The Federal Government of Nigeria has initiated discussions with Switzerland regarding the return of stolen artefacts currently housed in Swiss museums, including ancient bronze works and monoliths. The Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, held a meeting with the Swiss Ambassador, Patrick Egloff, in Abuja…
Published by Cyril | August 28, 2025 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a new welfare policy that guarantees lifetime salary benefits for senior officers of the Ministry of Interior retiring from the rank of Deputy Controller, Comptroller, or Commandant-General and above. The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the announcement on Thursday during…
Published by Cyril | August 28, 2025 The Federal Government has announced an upward review of Nigerian passport fees, with the new charges scheduled to take effect from September 1, 2025. According to a statement released on Thursday via the official X handle of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), and signed by the Service’s Public…
Published by Cyril | August 28, 2025 Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, on Thursday unveiled the fully revamped Nigergas Company Limited, restored to operation after lying dormant for over three decades. Mbah revealed that the plant has already created over 100 direct jobs for skilled and semi-skilled workers, and is projected to generate…
Published by Cyril | August 28, 2025 Nigerian rapper and award-winning entertainer, Falz the Bahd Guy, has officially left the bachelor’s club, sparking excitement across social media with the announcement of his marriage. The multi-talented artist took to his Instagram page on Thursday to share stunning wedding photos with his bride, leaving fans in shock…
Published by Cyril | August 28, 2025 The Federal Government of Nigeria has rewarded 17-year-old Nafisa Abdullah Aminu, who emerged as the World’s Best in English Language Skills at the 2025 TeenEagle Global Finals held in London. At a ceremony in Abuja, the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, presented Nafisa with a cheque of…
Published by Cyril | August 28, 2025 Football fans are set for a blockbuster Champions League group phase after Thursday’s draw in Monaco served up headline clashes across Europe. Liverpool and Manchester City will both meet Real Madrid, while defending champions Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) were handed a daunting path featuring Barcelona and Bayern Munich. Xabi…
