Author: Adebayo Folorunsho-Francis
Organised Labour is urging President Bola Tinubu to consult and agree with their leadership before transmitting the proposed bill on the new minimum wage to the National Assembly. Despite Tinubu’s promise to send an executive bill soon, the delay is causing anxiety among Labour and Nigerians. The Nigeria Labour Congress and the Trade Union Congress debunked the claim of reaching a consensus on the new minimum wage. A key leader of the congress expressed disappointment over the lack of progress. The last extraordinary National Executive Council meeting was on June 4, where the option of a strike was discussed should…
Exclusive Interview with Chief Chekwas Okorie Founder of the All Progressives Grand Alliance and the pioneer chairman of the party, Chief Chekwas Okorie, shares his thoughts on the crisis rocking the party, his assessment of Labour Party presidential flag bearer, Peter Obi, among other issues. Chief Chekwas Okorie sheds light on the crisis in APGA involving the recognition of the national chairman, Chief Edozie Njoku, after a Supreme Court ruling. The interview reveals the defiance of INEC and the subsequent legal battles faced by the party. He also delves into the longstanding leadership disputes within APGA, dating back to its…
The Edo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress has recently sounded the alarm regarding alleged intimidation of its members by Governor Godwin Obaseki, along with threats of arrest by the Commissioner of Police in the state. In a petition addressed to key authorities, the party raised concerns about the use of security apparatus to harass members and weaken opposition parties in the lead-up to the upcoming governorship election on September 21. The petition, filed by Edo APC chairman, Jarrett Tenebe, highlighted the governor’s alleged efforts to stifle dissent and create a climate of fear. Tenebe called for intervention to…
The National Chairman of the Labour Party, Julius Abure, and former NERC Chairman, Dr Sam Amadi, have raised concerns over INEC’s handling of the 2023 general elections, calling for a probe into the electoral umpire’s expenditures. Abure criticized INEC’s management of the presidential poll, highlighting similarities with past election annulments. He stressed the need for holistic electoral reforms to educate party supporters and ensure transparency. Amadi urged the National Assembly to investigate INEC’s role in the 2023 elections, questioning the agency’s failure to meet expectations despite a budget of N400bn. He raised concerns over potential election rigging and emphasized the…
A recent revelation by former Jigawa State governor, Sule Lamido, has set tongues wagging in political circles. Lamido made it clear that the Labour Party presidential candidate for the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, would not face any obstacles if he decides to return to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Lamido emphasized that no one, not even heavyweights like Atiku Abubakar and Nyesom Wike, can claim ownership of the PDP. This statement was made during Lamido’s appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today, where he discussed a recent meeting between Obi, Atiku, and Bukola Saraki in Abuja. These discussions add fuel…
The Federal Government has issued a stern warning to hoteliers, cautioning them against harbouring underage girls in their facilities or risk facing sanctions. The Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, delivered this message at the ‘Unlock Training and Grants’ event in Abuja, where 200 young entrepreneurs received grants totaling N100m. The government’s stance comes in light of recent incidents involving teenagers engaging in illicit activities, such as absconding from school to stay in hotels for inappropriate activities. Kennedy-Ohanenye emphasized the seriousness of the issue by directing hoteliers in the Federal Capital Territory to display signposts prohibiting the lodging of underage…