Author: Akintayo Adams

Renowned lawyer and rights activist, Femi Falana says all states can afford to pay the minimum wage, when announced. He spoke on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief. “There is no state in Nigeria today that cannot pay more than the minimum wage because the government removed fuel subsidy last year and President Tinubu told Nigerians that the money made from that policy will be used,” he said. “Any state government or employer of labour that does not pay the national minimum wage, we have agreed this time around (our law firm and the labour unions) we are not going to…

Former Senator, Shehu Sani has reacted to the suspension of the nationwide strike by the Organised Labour Unions of Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC). Sani, in a post on his X handle opined that the suspension of the strike will allow for continued negotiations. “The suspension of the strike to make room for continued negotiations is ok. Half agbado is better than none,” the former lawmaker wrote on X. News VEO reported that the Organized Labour earlier suspended its nationwide strike for five days back-to-back meetings between them and the FG on the minimum wage. Get…

Senator Abdul Ningi, Senator representing Bauchi North Senatorial District has resumed at the Nigerian Senate after his three-month suspension. Ningi was recalled on the 28th of May, about two weeks before his three-month suspension was supposed to end. It was meant to elapse on June 12, 2024. He was slammed with suspension on March 12, 2024, for accusing the Senate of budget padding. Last week, Deputy Minority Leader Senator Abba Moro moved a motion for Ningi’s recall, expressing regret on his behalf and taking responsibility for his actions. The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, subsequently announced Ningi’s unconditional recall after pleas…

The Government of Oyo State under the leadership of Sèyí Mákindé has approved the recruitment of Amotekun Forest Rangers. This was made known by Colonel Olayinka Olayanju (Rtd.). He said: “His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde has graciously approved a fresh recruitment of able-bodied local hunters and others into the Oyo State Amotekun Corps as members of Amotekun Forest Rangers. Interested applicants are advised to register online using the Oyo State Government jobs portal.” Interested candidates between the ages of 25 – 50 are expected to apply online using the Oyo State Government Job portal, www.jobportal.oyostate.gov.ng.…

The Organised Labour has suspended the nationwide strike. According to the Unions, it is for five days to allow for uninterrupted meeting with the tripartite committee on the new national minimum wage. Late Monday Night, the Labour Leaders, after an emergency meeting convened by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume signed an agreement premised on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu commiting to an increased minimum wage opposed to the proposed ₦60,000. “The President of Nigeria, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, is committed to establishing a National Minimum Wage higher than N60,000; and the Tripartite Committee will convene…

The United Kingdom has disclosed that number of visas available to migrants would be reduced each year under a new Conservative government. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak made this known. Although no figures were suggested for a possible cap, Rishi Sunak said his was the only party willing to take “bold action to reduce immigration” if elected on 4 July. However, Labour’s Yvette Cooper described it as “rehashing failed announcements”. The plan, which is believed to form a central part of Sunak’s manifesto, was announced to form a dividing line before his head-to-head debate on Tuesday with Labour leader Sir Keir…

Siminalayi Fubara, Governor of Rivers State has said that the political crisis that rocked the oil-rich state for months, was over. He made the declaration at the thanksgiving reception organised by the Amanyanabo of Okochiri Kingdom, King Ateke Tom, to celebrate his 60th birthday, which was held at his residence in Okochiri Town, Okrika Local Government Area on Sunday. “I identify with you, King Ateke Tom, and I want to appreciate you for standing with us. Like I had said, the worst is over concerning the political crisis. What we are doing today is moving forward and advancing our State.…

The Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led administration plans to impose more tax on Nigerians earning ₦5 million and above per month. This was made known by Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms. “We are proposing that the personal income tax rate should be reduced for anybody who is earning around ₦2 million per month or less but the personal income tax rate should be increased for anybody earning ₦5 million per month or more. Between ₦2 million and ₦5 million, your PIT rate would remain the same,” he said. “If you earn ₦5 million or…

The Organised Labour of Nigeria Labour Congress and Trade Union Congress have reached a deal with the Federal Government to suspend the ongoing indefinite strike. George Akume, Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) made this known while briefing newsmen after the emergency meeting convened by him Monday night. Corroborating the statement of the SGF, a senior Labour Union leader said that workers would suspend the indefinite strike and return to negotiation with the government. “For certain, organized labour will suspend its indefinite strike on Tuesday to continue negotiations with the tripartite committee. “This is in line with the…

Joseph Akinfenwaa Donus, aka Joeboy, has disclosed the motivation for recording his hit song ‘Better.’ The singer explained that he wrote the song in a bid to shed light on domestic violence against women. He disclosed this in a recent interview with popular media personality, Vivz. Vivz, the host said: “‘Better’ is my favourite song ever. In that song, it’s like you’re speaking up for a woman that has been treated badly by another man.” Joeboy said: “It’s something that happens a lot in African society; domestic abuse. Sometimes women are maltreated and not treated properly. I wanted to shed…