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NLC differs on CBN’s cybersecurity levy .

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The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, has rejected the recent order by the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, of 0.5 per cent cybersecurity levied on electronic transfers.
NLC President Joe Ajaero stated the NLC position in a statement made available to newsmen on Tuesday in Abuja.
Ajaero was reacting to a recent circular issued by the CBN, mandating banks and payment service operators to effect the deductions, effective in two weeks.
The CBN has said that the move is ‘ostensibly aimed at bolstering cybersecurity measures, threatens to exacerbate the financial strain already faced by the populace.’
According to Ajaero, the NLC vehemently condemned the directives and therefore called for an immediate stoppage and reversal of the policy.
He said this levy, to be implemented by deduction at transaction origination, is yet another burden on the shoulders of hardworking Nigerians.
“The Nigeria Labour Congress recognises the importance of cybersecurity in today’s digital age.
“However, imposing such a levy on electronic transactions without due consideration for its implications on workers and vulnerable segments of society is unjustifiable.
“This levy stands as another tax too much for Nigerians, burdening them with additional financial responsibilities. We see this levy as another gang-up by the ruling elite to continue its extortion and exploitation of hapless and helpless workers and the masses,” he said.
He explained that while the CBN had exempted interbank transfers and loan transactions from the levy, the broader impact on everyday transactions would not be overlooked.
Ajaero further stated that such deductions directly affect the disposable income of workers and further diminish the purchasing power of the common citizen.
The NLC president also noted that domestic manufacturers and other businesses were already shuttering as a result of the stifling socioeconomic environment.
He added that, yet, instead of creating a business-friendly environment to encourage greater investments in the economy, the opposite seems to be what is being practised.
Ajaero called on the Federal Government to reconsider the directives and prioritise policies that alleviate the financial burdens of Nigerians.
“We urge a collaborative approach between the government, regulatory bodies, and stakeholders to develop sustainable cybersecurity measures that do not unduly burden the populace.
“We reiterate our commitment to championing the rights and welfare of Nigerian workers and the masses,” he said.
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We Gave Detained Rivers Pastor Consent To Flog, Purify Our Children With Pigeon Blood –Parents

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The pastor, identified as Ifediorah Joseph, was arrested by police after flogging multiple children during a three-day programme he claimed was meant to “purify” them.

Parents of several minors filmed being brutalised by a Rivers State pastor during a so-called “spiritual cleansing” ritual have defended his actions, insisting they gave their full consent.

The pastor, identified as Ifediorah Joseph, was arrested by police after flogging multiple children during a three-day programme he claimed was meant to “purify” them.

However, the controversial cleansing ritual also involved the use of pigeon blood.

Following his arrest, a group of parents and children appeared at the police station in Port Harcourt, singing and dancing in solidarity with the embattled cleric.

One of the parents of the abused children said in an interview with journalists, “My daughter was among the children that was purified. The message was that death was in the air, and they should purify the children. They did the purification with pigeon blood, water and palm fruit.”

However, Nwamaka Ikediashi, an official of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) in Rivers State, has said that the parents of the minors require counselling.

She made the remark on Friday while speaking on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief programme, where she provided an update on the incident and outlined steps taken by the agency.

“It is a total case of child abuse, and the parents are victims, and they are supposed to be made to understand the implications of this whole thing, and that can only be made possible via counseling,” she said.

“The parents are victims as well because they do not understand the implications, but if they did understand, they would not let their children be subjected to such inhuman treatment and torture,” she added

Previously, Ekwutosblog reported that the Nigeria Police Force had arrested the pastor captured in a viral video savagely flogging children inside a church building in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.

The arrest was confirmed in a press statement issued by the police on Wednesday.

The disturbing footage, which surfaced online in recent days, showed the pastor viciously whipping several children, many of them stripped naked, within the premises of a church in the Eneka area of Port Harcourt.

Some of the victims appeared to be toddlers, screaming in pain as they endured the assault.

A large basin containing a red liquid resembling blood was visible in the background, further amplifying the horror of the scene.

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Imo pastor arrested for allegedly raping worshipper during prayer session

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The Imo Police Command has detained 32-year-old Ikenna Emmanuel, a pastor, and his alleged accomplice, one Franklin Chizoba, for allegedly raping a 20-year-old lady under the pretext of organising prayers for her.

The command’s Spokesman, DSP Henry Okoye, disclosed this in a statement issued in Owerri and made available to newsmen on Thursday.

Okoye alleged that the pastor, who is in-charge of Authentic Power City Church, hails from Umuobom, Ideato-South Local Government Area of the state.

He stated that on June 30, Chizoba lured the lady to the pastor, who allegedly offered the victim a drink laced with drugs in his residence.

“Shortly afterwards, she became dizzy, after which both suspects had unlawful carnal knowledge of her.

“Following the report, operatives from Orlu Division promptly arrested the duo.

“During interrogation, both suspects confessed to the offence and further admitted to engaging in homosexual acts.

“They were subsequently charged to court on Aug. 12, and remanded at the Correctional Facility, Owerri, pending trial,” Okoye stated.

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Keyamo Makes Compassionate Moves in Aviation Sector, Announces Release of Emmanson, Reduction of Kwam 1’s Ban

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The Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, has announced a series of decisions regarding recent unruly passenger incidents at Nigerian airports. After consulting with stakeholders, Keyamo has decided to withdraw a criminal complaint against Ms. Comfort Emmanson, who was involved in an altercation with Ibom Air staff.

The complaint against Ms. Emmanson will be withdrawn, and she is expected to be released from Kirikiri Prisons.

The Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) has agreed to lift the lifelong flying ban imposed on Ms. Emmanson.

The flight ban for musician Kwam 1 (Wasiu Ayinde Marshall) will be reduced to one month.

Kwam 1 is expected to be engaged as an ambassador for proper airport security protocol by the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN).

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) will restore the licenses of ValueJet pilots Captain Oluranti Ogoyi and First Officer Ivan Oloba after a one-month ban.

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Keyamo stated that the decisions were made after reviewing the incidents and consulting with stakeholders.

He emphasized that safety and security in the aviation sector will be taken seriously, but also showed compassion in the cases of Emmanson and Kwam.

Keyamo had previously criticized Kwam 1’s behavior as “totally unacceptable” and likened it to a hostage situation

A retreat will be held next week to retrain aviation security personnel on handling errant passengers and de-escalating potentially explosive situations.

Airlines will also hold a session to focus on staff conduct and attitude towards passengers ².

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