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Despite Labour’s disapproval, FG insists on N62,000 minimum wage

The Presidency said on Sunday that the demand for a minimum wage of N250,000 by organized labor is financially unfeasible, cautioning that the...

Sultan of Sokoto urges leaders to take action on economic woes

The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar III CFR, has called on leaders to intensify efforts to tackle Nigeria’s pressing economic and...

Pres. Tinubu honors fathers, calls them ‘true heroes’

President Bola Tinubu, in his Father’s Day message, saluted the dedication and perseverance of fathers, acknowledging their vital role in molding the country’s...

Millions of pilgrims mark Eid al-Adha with a symbolic stoning of devil in Saudi Arabia

Muslims worldwide observed Eid al-Adha, commemorating the Prophet Abraham’s willingness to sacrifice his son, as pilgrims in western Saudi Arabia performed the final...

Banning of Eid-el-Kabir festivities: Kano Govt. blasts CP for usurping governor’s authority

The Kano State Government has condemned the state’s police command for defying Governor Abba Yusuf’s authority as the state’s rightful Chief Security Officer....

Eid-el-Kabir: Tinubu says Nigerians’ sacrifices will pay off

President Bola Tinubu has sent his heartfelt greetings to the Muslim community as they mark Eid-el-Kabir 2024, a joyous occasion that symbolizes devotion,...

FG sacks Mamman Ahmad as BPP DG, appoints Ayodeji Gbeleyi as BPE DG

As part of effort to reorganize and improve the agency’s efficiency and transparency, President Bola Tinubu has directed Mr. Mamman Ahmadu to step...

Gunmen abduct company MD, three foreign nationals in Lagos

Gunmen have abducted the Managing Director of Fouani Company, a representative of LG and Hisense, and three Lebanese nationals while they were traveling...

Eid-el-Kabir: DSS issues security alert, calls for vigilance during celebrations

The Department of State Services (DSS) has urged caution and vigilance as Muslims celebrate Eid-el-Kabir. Dr. Peter Afunanya, the DSS spokesperson, in a...

Pres. Tinubu seeks FBI’s assistance to combat cybercrime, terrorism, others

President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigeria’s law enforcement agencies and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to strengthen their alliance in combating cybercrime,...

South African Pres. Ramaphosa heads for re-election victory amid ANC’s lacklustre results

Mr. Cyril Ramaphosa is poised to secure a second term as South Africa’s president, having successfully negotiated a coalition agreement with opposition parties...

Sexual harassment: ICPC investigates accuser of Permanent Secretary

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has summoned Mrs. Simisola Fajemirokun Ajayi, a staff member of the Federal Ministry...

Breach of rights: Federal Court orders Kano Govt. to pay deposed Emir Bayero N10m

A Federal High Court has ordered the Kano State Government to pay N10 million as damages to the 15th Emir of Kano, Alhaji...

FG seeks $500m loan World Bank for rural road infrastructure

The Federal Government has requested a loan of $500 million from the World Bank to improve rural roads and enhance agricultural marketing nationwide....

Eid-el-Kabir: Kano Police prohibits Durbar celebrations for security reasons

Ahead of Eid-el-Kabir, the Kano State Police Command has banned all Durbar activities and celebrations. The police commissioner, Usaini Gumel, said in a...

Federal court insists it has jurisdiction to hear deposed Emir Bayero’s rights violation suit

The Federal High Court in Kano has affirmed its jurisdiction to hear the case filed by Aminu Ado Bayero, the deposed Emir of...