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President Tinubu asserts his history of peaceful protests against Nigeria's military regime, emphasizing democracy and freedom during a meeting with U.S. Ambassador Richard Mills Jr. He underscores the importance of nonviolent demonstrations, sparking diverse reactions on social media about...
The Nigerian Senate has pledged to uncover economic saboteurs within the petroleum sector and tackle the importation of toxic fuel. The ad-hoc committee, led by Majority Leader Opeyemi Bamidele, promises a thorough investigation and aims to implement global best practices to enhance the industry...
President Bola Tinubu met with state governors at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on July 25, 2024. The meeting, which followed the cancellation of the National Executive Council (NEC) meeting, focused on addressing national economic challenges and preventing planned protests over rising living...
APC governors, led by Imo State's Hope Uzodimma, have expressed confusion over the reasons for the nationwide protest scheduled from August 1 to 10, 2024. They urge dialogue with organizers, emphasizing the need for national unity and patience amid economic and security challenges. Governors...
Nigeria’s Senate and House passed a bill increasing the minimum wage to N70,000 and shortening the review period. Senate President Akpabio's claim that all employers must pay this wage is disputed. The National Minimum Wage Act 2019 specifies exceptions for smaller employers and certain job...
APC National Secretary, Senator Ajibola Basiru, has urged former VP Atiku Abubakar to lead the August 1 nationwide protest, dismissing it as politically motivated. Basiru defended the Tinubu administration’s handling of economic issues and emphasized that the APC supports lawful dissent but...
APC governors held a closed-door meeting in Abuja to discuss the Supreme Court's verdict on LGA financial autonomy, the proposed N60,000 minimum wage, and the planned August 1 protest. Key topics included sustainable wage solutions and strategies to address the court ruling's impact on state...
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun dismisses social media criticism over road conditions, citing significant infrastructure achievements and revenue growth. Addressing youth organizations, he calls for constructive engagement with the government instead of protests, emphasizing dialogue for...
Vice President Kashim Shettima asserts that Nigeria is set to surpass major global economies, citing the launch of the AI Expertise Blockchain and Technology Training and Outsourcing Initiative as a key driver. This program, part of a broader digital transformation strategy, aims to train 1,000...
Governor Hope Uzodimma has introduced former Senate President Pius Anyim to President Bola Tinubu following Anyim's recent defection from PDP to APC. The meeting highlights significant political shifts and reinforces APC's growing influence in Nigeria's political arena. In a notable political...
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