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President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday pledged better living and working conditions for all Nigerians of working age, saying the “custodians of the nation’s machinery deserve a fair wage and enhanced welfare.” Tinubu made this pledge in his maiden May Day message dedicated to workers nationwide. The President’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Ajuri Ngelale, conveyed the President’s remarks in a statement he signed Wednesday titled ‘President Tinubu salutes Nigerian workers on May Day.’ According to Ngelale, the President affirmed that his administration remains committed to improving the welfare of all workers, noting the various relief programmes, including the…

Many calamities could easily be avoided if people commit themselves to listening to helpful advice and warnings especially when they come from respected men of God with good track records. People have died, companies have collapsed, governments have been ousted, and monarchs have been dethroned because they failed to listen to divine warnings and counsels from proven God’s servants. Among the respected men of God that often send out warnings to governments, institutions, companies and others is Primate Elijah Ayodele of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church and since 1994 when his ministry started, Primate Ayodele has remained consistent with his prophecies…

An 11-year-old teenager, Iremide Opeifa, has drowned in a swimming pool at the Grand Bank Link Hotels along Idiroko Road in the Sango Ota area of Ogun State. It was learnt that the incident happened on Sunday evening. Our correspondent gathered on Tuesday that Iremide had finished assisting his mother at her shop in the area before he left for the hotel where he drowned in the pool. The younger sister of the deceased’s mother, Kehinde Opeifa, who spoke to our correspondent, alleged that no efforts were made by the hotel to provide any medical care for Iremide before his…

The PDP National Solidarity Vanguard (PDP-NSV) has dismissed the purported suspension of the member representing Andoni/Opobo Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Awaji-Inombek Abiante. In a statement signed by its national president Comrade Rowland Ovie, the group described the suspension as unlawful, baseless and something of a child’s play. Ovie said the acclaimed ward executives from Ngor Ward 1, Andoni Local Government Area of Rivers State are impostors and not even members of the party. He added that Abiante is a time-tested party loyalist who has always stood for justice, equity and good governance hence his support for Governor Siminalayi Fubara. The…

The Asiwaju Legacy Vanguard (ALV) has raised the alarm over an alleged attempt by Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State and his political godfather Rabiu Kwankwaso to destabilise the administration of President Bola Tinubu. In a statement signed by its President, Comrade Simon-Peter Adedeji, the group said it made this finding from credible intelligence gathering. Adedeji said the attack on the All Progressives Congress (APC) national chairman, Alhaji Abdullahi Ganduje, is only a smokescreen in their well-planned agenda. The group noted that Governor Yusuf and Kwankwaso’s aim is to infiltrate the APC by blackmailing the current leadership led by Ganduje. Adedeji…

MTN Nigeria Plc has reported a pre-tax loss of N575.69 billion in its operations for the first quarter of 2024, citing inflation and naira devaluation for the development. The result is a sharp reversal of the N162.9 billion profit recorded in the same period in 2023, according to the firm’s unaudited financial statement for the first quarter (Q1), 2024. Filed on the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) on Monday, the report said revenue stood at N752.9 billion, marking a 32.5 percent increase from the N568.1 billion recorded in Q1 last year. MTN attributed the loss to exchange rate depreciation, which led…

Rite Foods Limited, a leading Nigerian Food and Beverage company, celebrates its dedicated workforce on International Workers’ Day. This year’s theme, “Social Justice and Decent Work for All,” resonates deeply with Rite Foods’ commitment to employee well-being and its continuous contribution to the Nigerian economy. The company commends its employees for their staunch commitment, innovative approach, and adherence to ethical practices. Their efforts have been instrumental in driving Rite Foods’ impressive growth trajectory. As a “Proudly-Nigerian and World-Class” company, Rite Foods prioritizes employee well-being, nurturing a positive and supportive work environment that attracts and retains top talent. The MD/CEO Mr.…

Telecommunications company, Globacom, has lauded the irrepressible spirit of Nigerian workers as the world celebrates another International Workers’ Day. The day is celebrated on May 1 every year in recognition of the contributions of workers all over the world. The day is also dedicated to promoting a fairer and more sustainable future by advocating for workers’ rights. The total telecommunications services provider noted in a solidarity message on Tuesday that Nigerian workers were dedicated, resilient and committed regardless of the challenges they face. Globacom however enjoined them to reflect on how their further contributions can build a better and more vibrant society. Said Globacom, “We salute Nigerian workers on this day…

The Chief Press Secretary to the Kwara State Governor, Mallam Rafiu Ajakaye (MNIPR), has commended members of the Guild of Digital Journalists for being fair, moderate and professional in their reportage. Speaking on Tuesday when the protem chairman of the association, Mr. Opeyemi Adeoti led other members of the association on a courtesy visit to his office, Ajakaye stated that members of the association have over the years upheld the tenets of professionalism and balanced reportage as enshrined in the profession. “I want to thank you, all of you, for not just being professionals but also for not being extremists,…

A scandal has rocked Stanbic Bank’s Soroti branch, revealing a network of sexual activity among staff members. The controversy revolves around a female staffer, known as Ademun, whose transfer from Kotido to Soroti sparked excitement among male colleagues. One by one, they pursued romantic relationships with her, leading to intimate encounters. Reports indicate that even employees from the Soroti regional office were involved in these liaisons, with approximately five individuals implicated. However, the situation took a dramatic turn when Ademun began displaying signs of pregnancy, prompting efforts to identify the father. Initially, she accused a man named Alex, who denied…