9 h. ago Obasanjo Attempting To Whitewash His Democratic Record – Presidency

The Presidency has accused former President Olusegun Obasanjo of attempting to whitewash his controversial democratic record, following his criticism of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. Reacting to Obasanjo’s remarks at the birthday colloquium of former Imo State Governor, Emeka Ihedioha, special assistant to the President on Social […]

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21 h. ago Rivers NLC threatens strike over unpaid LG workers’ salaries, minimum wage

The leadership of the Nigerian Labour Congress in Rivers State has decried the non-payment of salaries of local government workers in the state since February. The NLC threatened that if the LG workers’ salaries were not paid along with that of March by the end of the month, it would have no choice but to Read More

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28 h. ago Rivers emergency rule: ‘Grandfather of hypocrisy,’ Presidency slams Obasanjo for criticising Tinubu

Tribune Online Rivers emergency rule: ‘Grandfather of hypocrisy,’ Presidency slams Obasanjo for criticising Tinubu OBJ, who is criticizing President Tinubu for declaring a state of emergency in Rivers State and suspending the governor and the assembly, has forgotten that in May 2004, he declared a state of emergency in Plateau State and suspended both Gov. Joshua Dariye and the state assembly, appointing Gen. Chris Ali (Rtd) as sole administrator. He also did the same thing in Ekiti State. Rivers emergency rule: ‘Grandfather of hypocrisy,’ Presidency slams Obasanjo for criticising Tinubu Tribune Online

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33 h. ago Rivers: Obasanjo trying to whitewash bad democratic records – Presidency

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has come under fire for his criticism of President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers. According to Tinubu’s Special Assistant on Social Media, Olusegun Dada, Obasanjo is Nigeria’s grandfather of hypocrisy trying to whitewash his bad democratic records. While commenting on the Rivers issue in Abuja on […] The post Rivers: Obasanjo trying to whitewash bad democratic records – Presidency appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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44 h. ago Zamfara unions reject minimum wage template, threaten strike

By John Bassey, Gusau The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) in Zamfara State have rejected the new minimum wage payment template of the Zamfara State Government. The unions also threatened industrial action within two weeks if the issues raised are not resolved amicably. The chairman of the NLC Zamfara State chapter, […] The post Zamfara unions reject minimum wage template, threaten strike appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago FCT Primary School Teachers Resume Indefinite Strike Over Unfulfilled Wage Promises

Primary school teachers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), under the umbrella of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), have announced the resumption of indefinite strike action, effective Monday, March 24, 2025. This decision comes after the teachers received their February 2025 salaries without implementing the promised N70,000 minimum wage. The strike was discussed and […]

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6 d. ago Shipping company backtracks, agrees to pay N200,000 minimum wage

Tribune Online Shipping company backtracks, agrees to pay N200,000 minimum wage Findings have revealed that Messrs. Hull-Blyth Nigeria Limited, the shipping company that initially refused to accept a N200,000 minimum wage agreement mid-wifed by the Federal Government between the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN) and the Shipping, Shipping Agencies, Clearing and Forwarding Employers Association (SSACFEA), has finally agreed to the terms of that agreement. Recall […] Shipping company backtracks, agrees to pay N200,000 minimum wage Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Emergency rule: Rivers should get same treatment as Plateau, Ekiti — Reno Omokri

Tribune Online Emergency rule: Rivers should get same treatment as Plateau, Ekiti — Reno Omokri He noted that many of those now criticising Tinubu held key positions in government during Obasanjo’s tenure but did not object to his actions. Emergency rule: Rivers should get same treatment as Plateau, Ekiti — Reno Omokri Tribune Online

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1 week ago Minimum wage: NLC attacks Obasanjo over workers’ betrayal claim

The Nigeria Labour Congress, on Monday, lampooned former President Olusegun Obasanjo over his claim that labour leaders betrayed Nigerian workers by accepting the N70,000 new minimum wage offered by the President Tinubu-led Federal Government. In a statement titled, “Under Saint Matthew of Owu,” the NLC President, Joe Ajaero, described Obasanjo’s remarks as uncharitable, refuting the Read More

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1 week ago Alawe faults Obasanjo over remarks against traditional institutions

Tribune Online Alawe faults Obasanjo over remarks against traditional institutions The Alawe of Ilawe-Ekiti, in Ekiti South West Local Government Area of Ekiti State, Oba Ajibade Alabi, has criticised the former president, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, over his remarks against traditional institutions in the South West region. Alawe faults Obasanjo over remarks against traditional institutions Tribune Online

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1 week ago New minimum wage poor, labour leaders betrayed workers, says Obasanjo

By Seyi Babalola Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has questioned President Bola Tinubu’s new minimum wage of N70,000 for workers, which was approved last year. Obasanjo claims it is insufficient to provide their fundamental requirements, such as transportation, food, and housing. The former President also accused union leaders of betraying workers by putting personal interests ahead […] The post New minimum wage poor, labour leaders betrayed workers, says Obasanjo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Obasanjo Criticizes New Minimum Wage, Says ₦70,000 Is Insufficient For Basic Needs

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has criticized the new minimum wage of ₦70,000 approved by President Bola Tinubu, stating it’s insufficient to cover workers’ basic needs like transportation, food, and housing. Obasanjo also accused labour leaders of betraying workers by prioritizing personal interests over collective welfare, alleging they accepted bribes from the government. This development comes […] The post Obasanjo Criticizes New Minimum Wage, Says ₦70,000 Is Insufficient For Basic Needs appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Minimum wage poor, Labour leaders betrayed workers — Obasanjo

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has criticised the N70,000 new minimum wage approved for workers by President Bola Tinubu, describing it as grossly inadequate to cover workers’ basic needs, including transportation, food, and housing. The former President accused labour leaders of betraying workers by prioritising personal interests over collective welfare. “That is the situation in Nigeria Read More

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2 w. ago LAWMA clarifies street sweeper salary structure, reaffirms workers’ welfare

By Lukman Olabiyi The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has issued a statement in response to a viral video that sparked public outrage over the wages of street sweepers in the state. The video, which featured a LAWMA worker claiming that sweepers were underpaid and had not received the promised N85,000 minimum wage, quickly went […] The post LAWMA clarifies street sweeper salary structure, reaffirms workers’ welfare appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Nigeria witnessing some positive development – Catholic Bishops

•Hail students loan scheme, road rehabilitation, new minimum wage, others From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Catholic Bishops under the umbrella of Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has noted that Nigeria is witnessing some positive development lately. This was contained in the communique of the 2025 first plenary meeting of the CBCN released in Abuja, […] The post Nigeria witnessing some positive development – Catholic Bishops appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago LAWMA defends ₦40,000 salary for street sweepers, says It’s minimum wage compliant

In response to a viral video that sparked outrage on social media, the Lagos Waste Management Authority has clarified the wage structure of street sweepers. The video, which featured a LAWMA worker claiming that sweepers were underpaid and had not received the promised minimum wage of ₦85,000, quickly gained traction and led to widespread public Read More

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2 w. ago ‘What Small Minds’, Obasanjo Blasts Tinubu Over N15.6trn Coastal Highway, N21bn VP Residence

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has strongly criticised the N15.6 trillion Lagos-Calabar coastal highway project being executed by the President Bola Tinubu government, describing it as a wasteful and corrupt initiative. He also condemned the Tinubu administration for approving N21 billion for a new official residence for Vice President Kashim Shettima, questioning the government’s priorities amid […]

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2 w. ago Academic staff down tools in Adamawa over minimum wage issue

Academic and Non-academic staff of Adamawa State-owned tertiary institutions have embarked on an indefinite strike following the Government’s failure to read more Academic staff down tools in Adamawa over minimum wage issue

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2 w. ago Rectors plead as Oyo State tertiary institutions begin indefinite strike

Oyo State-owned tertiary institutions began an indefinite strike on Monday following the non-payment of staff minimum wage and other arrears. The Chairman, Joint Action Committee of Oyo State Tertiary Institutions, Dr Kola Lawal, disclosed this in Ibadan. Lawal said the unions were also calling for the implementation of the approved 25 and 35 per cent Read More

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2 w. ago Oyo tertiary institutions shut down over unpaid wage increments

Tribune Online Oyo tertiary institutions shut down over unpaid wage increments "The non-implementation of the approved salary increase and the new minimum wage has created significant financial strain on the workers, who are already grappling with the high cost of living and inflation in the country. Oyo tertiary institutions shut down over unpaid wage increments Tribune Online

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