The UK Trade Union Congress Strongly Condemns Nigerian Government for Unlawful Arrest of Labour Leader The recent unlawful arrest and persecution of Nigeria Labour Congress President, Joe Ajaero, has sparked outrage from the UK’s Trade Union Congress (TUC). Ajaero was detained at the Abuja airport while en route to the TUC conference in the UK, raising concerns about ongoing harassment. In a video released by Vanguard, the TUC called for an immediate end to the Nigerian government’s crackdown on labour leaders. A TUC representative expressed, “Joe’s unlawful arrest is a gross violation of fundamental trade union freedoms. Nigerian unions have…

Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, addressed circulating reports of an increase in the Value-Added Tax (VAT) rate, clarifying that the rate remains at 7.5% as per current tax laws. Edun emphasized the government’s commitment to fiscal policies that support economic growth, poverty reduction, and business success. He stated that the Federal Government aims to create a conducive environment for businesses to flourish. Contrary to misleading media reports, Edun highlighted the government’s recent actions to provide relief to Nigerians and businesses, such as eliminating import duties on essential food items. He reiterated that VAT…

In a shocking incident, a truck driver shot dead three Israeli guards at a border crossing between the occupied West Bank and Jordan before being eliminated by Israel’s military. The shooter was identified as Jordanian national Maher Diab Hussein al-Jazi by the Jordanian interior ministry. This rare attack comes amidst escalating violence in the West Bank and ongoing strikes in Gaza. The attacker reached the crossing from Jordan in a truck and opened fire at Israeli security forces, resulting in the deaths of three security guards before being shot dead himself. The violence in the West Bank has intensified alongside…

Atedo Peterside, founder of Stanbic IBTC Bank Plc, criticized the federal government for neglecting the poor, highlighting issues with the transparency and effectiveness of cash transfer policies. Speaking at the 23rd edition of Mike Okonkwo’s Annual Lecture, Peterside emphasized the need for a revamped social safety net program to truly help vulnerable Nigerians. He expressed concerns about the lack of proper arrangements to identify and provide cash transfers to the poorest of the poor, criticizing the current system for lacking transparency. Peterside also emphasized the importance of reforming the economy and eliminating bad behaviors that hinder development. Meanwhile, Dr. Mike…