A few minutes after announcing his withdrawal from the Presidential race, the President of the United States, Joe Biden, endorsed his Vice President, Kamala Harris, as his preferred presidential nominee for the Democratic Party. President Biden made this announcement on his verified X handle on Sunday, July 21, ahead of the forthcoming US Presidential election. He stated that stepping down was in the best interest of his party and the country, allowing him to focus solely on fulfilling his duties as President for the remainder of his term. “My fellow Democrats, I have decided not to accept the nomination and…
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A member of the House of Representatives from Plateau State, Hon. Yusuf Gagdi, has gifted his daughter, Aisha Yusuf Gagdi, a brand new Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) in celebration of her graduation from Lead British International School Abuja. Aisha was commended for her exceptional performance in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examinations (UTME), prompting her father to reward her with the luxury vehicle. Photos from the graduation ceremony, shared by the lawmaker on Instagram, showcased the proud moment. “Today, I attended my amazing daughter’s graduation ceremony. Watching you, my dear daughter, walk across that stage fills my heart with immense pride…
Labor leaders in Oyo State are urging swift action on implementing the newly approved national minimum wage to alleviate worker hardships. Mr. Kayode Martins, Chairman of the Oyo State chapter of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), highlighted the urgency in an interview, emphasizing that delays could prolong the suffering of Nigerian workers. He called on state governors to follow the federal government’s lead and expedite the wage increase. Similarly, Trade Union Congress (TUC) Chairman Mr. Bosun Olabiyi praised the federal government’s three-year wage review system but stressed the need for quick implementation. He also commended stakeholders for their collaborative efforts…
The Oyo state government is confident that the recently approved N70,000 minimum wage by the federal government will not be too challenging to implement. Sulaimon Olanrewaju, the chief press secretary to Governor Seyi Makinde, confirmed this to The Nation on Friday, July 19. Olanrewaju recalled that during the 2024 Workers Day celebration, the governor had pledged to pay whatever the national minimum wage would be set at. He emphasized that the governor’s promise remains firm and noted that the state currently pays a minimum wage of N30,000 plus an N25,000 wage award, totaling N55,000 without any outstanding payments. He concluded…
In a groundbreaking move, the Senate introduced a new bill on Thursday aimed at establishing an independent electoral body dedicated to conducting local government council elections. The bill, titled “Local Government Independent Electoral Commission (Establishment) Bill, 2024 (SB. 531),” was sponsored by the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Finance, Sen. Sani Musa (APC, Niger-East). The proposed legislation seeks to create the National Independent Local Government Electoral Commission (NILGEC), an autonomous body tasked with organizing, overseeing, and conducting elections for Local Government Chairmen and Councillors across all states. The bill emphasizes the importance of NILGEC’s role in ensuring free, fair,…
In a significant crackdown on criminal activities, the Oyo State Police have arrested 41 suspected criminals and recovered a substantial haul of items, including N16 million in cash, various cars, and a cache of firearms and ammunition. Among those paraded is Mamood Musa Kala, 32, who confessed to the murder of a young boy. Police investigations led to the discovery of the boy’s decomposing body at the crime scene. A search warrant executed at Kala’s residence uncovered a cutlass, a jackknife, a bag containing the victim’s clothes, and nine bags of soybeans. The victim’s Bajaj motorcycle was also found. “Investigation…
The Oyo State Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade, has called on owners of government-owned broadcast stations to wake up to contemporary media challenges and reaffirm their roles in educating, entertaining, and informing the public. Speaking at the inauguration of the Society of Nigerian Broadcasters, Oyo State Chapter, held at the NTA Ibadan Network Centre, the veteran broadcast manager expressed concern over the poor performance of government-owned stations in recent years and the negative impact on their ratings. Oyelade, who has been in the broadcast media and management business for the past 47 years, called for a renewed…
The leadership of the PDP in Oyo State congratulates the newly appointed supervisory councilors and special assistants, praising the efforts of the Party leader and Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde. The Party leadership commends leaders across all 33 local governments and 351 wards of the State for their exceptional unity, harmony, and collaboration in nominating individuals with integrity and character for these positions. The PDP charges the new appointees to embrace their roles with diligence, recognizing that with every privilege comes responsibility. They are urged to view their appointments as a rare opportunity rather than a mark…
Senator Monday Okpebholo, the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Edo State, is currently receiving medical attention at an undisclosed hospital following an attack on his convoy by suspected political thugs in Benin City. The attack, which occurred on Thursday afternoon, left one policeman dead and two others injured. According to a statement released by Godswill Inegbe, Legislative Aide to Okpebholo in charge of Media & Communication, the attack was carried out by members of the Edo State Security Network and Edo state government-sponsored thugs allegedly led by Francis Inegbeniki. The statement revealed that three mobile policemen attached to…
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday explained why he had to intervene in the negotiations for the new national minimum wage, highlighting the economic challenges faced by many Nigerians and the urgent need to provide relief. In a statement by Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President (Media & Publicity), Tinubu detailed his commitment during a meeting with the leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. He increased the federal government’s offer on the national minimum wage from N62,000 to N70,000, with an assurance that it will be reviewed…