38 h. ago Minimum Wage: SDP Chieftain Urges Workers To Hold AMAC Chair Accountable

An aspirant for Abuja Municipal Area Council Chairman under the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Dr. Obinna Simon has called on the area council teachers and workers to utilize their voter cards and hold the current area council chairmen in FCT accountable for refusing to implement the N70,000 minimum wage. Dr. Simon emphasized that the current […]

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69 h. ago Wike summons area council chairmen over teachers’ strike, PHC closures

Nurses, teachers protest, demand N70,000 minimum wage Byline: Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike held an emergency meeting with Area Council chairmen on Thursday to address the ongoing primary school teachers’ strike over unpaid entitlements and the non-implementation of the ₦70,000 federal minimum wage. The strike, led by the Nigeria Union […] The post Wike summons area council chairmen over teachers’ strike, PHC closures appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago NLC Shuts Down Wike’s Office, Demands N70,000 Minimum Wage For Area Council Workers

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), on Thursday, staged a dramatic protest at the office of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, demanding the immediate implementation of the N70,000 minimum wage for workers of the six Area Councils in the Territory. Hundreds of placard-carrying workers, including teachers and health professionals, marched from […]

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4 d. ago Zamfara: UNDP applauds Governor Lawal’s commitment to projects’ counterpart funding

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has praised Governor Dauda Lawal for his commitment to providing counterpart funding for a number of projects to benefit the people of Zamfara State. The UNDP Head of the North-West Nigeria Office, Ashraf Usman, spoke on Wednesday at the launch of the North-West Prevention Facility Project in Gusau. According […] The post Zamfara: UNDP applauds Governor Lawal’s commitment to projects’ counterpart funding appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Lawal, Matawalle fight dirty over finances, security in Zamfara

•I left huge amounts in treasury –Ex-Gov  •It is a lie, you plundered the state –Gov From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The immediate past Governor of Zamfara State and current Minister of State for Defence, Bello Mohammed Matawalle, and his successor, Dauda Lawal, have engaged each other in a war of words over the seemingly unpalatable […] The post Lawal, Matawalle fight dirty over finances, security in Zamfara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Tinubu is North’s asset, not liability, Matawalle counters critics

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Matawalle, has dismissed claims suggesting that President Bola Tinubu is a political liability to Northern Nigeria, describing such narratives as baseless and politically motivated. In a statement issued on Friday and signed by his Special Assistant on Political Affairs, Ibrahim Goga, the former Zamfara State Governor declared Read More

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1 week ago Panic in Akwa Poly as ASUP announces strike action over minimum wage

From Isaac Job, Uyo The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP), alongside the Non-Academic Staff Union (NASU) and Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Polytechnics (SSANIP), have declared a strike at Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic, Ikot Osurua, causing tension among students and staff. The Joint Council Unions cited the non-implementation of the ₦80,000 minimum wage and […] The post Panic in Akwa Poly as ASUP announces strike action over minimum wage appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Insecurity: Zamfara Elders Berate Gov Lawal For ‘Hijacking’ Federal Gov’t Credit

The Zamfara State Elders Forum has criticised Governor Dauda Lawal for attempting to take credit for recent security improvements in the North-West, accusing him of political opportunism and failing to deliver on his campaign promises. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Zamfara Elders Forum, through its secretary, Dr Alhaji Umaru Yusuf Tsafe, described the […]

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1 week ago Zamfara governor claims he inherited only N4m amidst huge liabilities

The Governor of Zamfara State, Dauda Lawal, has opened up about the challenges and progress his administration has faced since he assumed office. In an interview with Arise TV on Monday, Lawal stated that when he took over office from the ex- governor Bello Matawalle, Zamfara was a “mess in every aspect” with widespread insecurity, Read More

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1 week ago Zamfara airport to begin operations in four months – Gov Lawal

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has announced that the state’s airport is nearing completion and is expected to be operational within the next four months. In an interview with Arise TV aired on Monday, Lawal emphasised the importance of the airport in addressing one of the state’s accessibility. The governor pointed out the difficulties Read More

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3 w. ago Coalition Accuses Zamfara Gov Of Betraying Minimum Wage Agreement

A coalition of civil society organisations (CSOs) under the umbrella of Zamfara Patriotic Citizens, has strongly criticised Zamfara State governor, Dauda Lawal, for allegedly failing to honour the tripartite agreement on the implementation of the minimum wage in the State. The group described his actions as a betrayal of the oath of office and the […]

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3 w. ago Gov Lawal Promises Revenue Boost As Security Improves In Zamfara C

Governor of Zamfara State Dauda Lawal has assured that the state’s revenue will increase following significant improvements in security across the state. The governor made the pronouncement when he visited the sites and mining factories in the Anka and Maru local government areas of the state. In a statement, the governor’s spokesman, Suleiman Bala Idris […]

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3 w. ago Coalition Commends Zamfara Governor Over Implementation Of Minimum Wage

A group, the Coalition of Rescue Support Groups in Zamfara State, has commended Governor Dauda Lawal for swiftly implementing the ₦70,000.00 new national minimum wage to civil servants, the first time since the state was created in 1996. The state coordinator of the coalition, Alhaji Rufai Ahmed Gusau, said yesterday in Abuja, that the swift […]

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3 w. ago Gov Lawal explores mining opportunities, pledges improved security in Zamfara

Tribune Online Gov Lawal explores mining opportunities, pledges improved security in Zamfara Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has assured of an increase in revenue generation following a significant improvement in security across the state. He spoke on Wednesday during a tour of mining sites and factories in Anka and Maru Local Government Areas. A statement by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, explained that the visit was […] Gov Lawal explores mining opportunities, pledges improved security in Zamfara Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Governor Lawal explores mining opportunities in Zamfara as security improves

Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal has assured of an increase in revenue generation following significant improvement in security across the state. He spoke on Wednesday during a tour of mining sites and factories in Anka and Maru Local Government Areas. A statement by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, explained that the visit was aimed at […] The post Governor Lawal explores mining opportunities in Zamfara as security improves appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Lawal tours mining sites in Anka, Maru, pledges improved security

From John Bassey, Gusau Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal has assured that there will be an increase in revenue following significant improvements in security across the state. On Wednesday, the governor toured sites and mining factories in the Anka and Maru Local Government Areas. A statement by the spokesperson for the governor, Sulaiman Bala Idris, disclosed […] The post Lawal tours mining sites in Anka, Maru, pledges improved security appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Gov Lawal secures confidence vote for implementing N70,000 minimum wage

From Okwe Obi, Abuja Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has secured a confidence vote from the Coalition of Rescue Support Groups, for implementing the ₦70,000.00 new national minimum wage. The group’s Coordinator, Rufai Ahmed Gusau, in a statement yesterday, pointed out that the action of the governor was a testament to his commitment to workers […] The post Gov Lawal secures confidence vote for implementing N70,000 minimum wage appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Senator Yari Donates Welfare Packages To Constituents, Others

The former governor of Zamfara State, Senator Abdul’aziz Yari Abubakar, has said the entire Zamfara remains his constituency, not only the Zamfara West zone he is representing as he distributes welfare packages. Senator Yari stated this while answering questions from journalists at his Talata Mafara residence. He said he provided welfare packages for the entire […]

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3 w. ago Lawal hails military for restoring peace, pledges Zamfara development

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has reaffirmed that his administration remains fully committed to restoring security and ensuring that every citizen lives without fear. In his broadcast message to the people of the state, Governor Lawal acknowledged that the challenges of insecurity over the years, particularly the menace of banditry, have continued to threaten Read More

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3 w. ago Igbo youths commend Sen. Kalu’s selfless service to constituents

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu   The Coalition of South East Youth Leaders (COSEYL), has commended Senator Orji Uzor Kalu for his exceptional dedication to the people of Abia North Senatorial Zone.   In a statement signed by its President General, Goodluck Ibem, COSEYL expressed astonishment and admiration for Senator Kalu’s selfless commitment to his constituents. […] The post Igbo youths commend Sen. Kalu’s selfless service to constituents appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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