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BREAKING: FG, Labour to meet tomorrow over strike, minimum wage

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The Federal Government has, through the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission, NSIWC, summoned a meeting of the tripartite committee on the new national minimum wage for tomorrow, June 4.

The last meeting of the committee ended abruptly on May 31. This was after the Organised Labour negotiating team walked out following the government and organised private sector, OPS’s refusal to go beyond the N60,000 they had earlier offered.

Vanguard gathered that tomorrow’s meeting will be by 10 am.

According to sources, the government is alarmed by the level of compliance and participation by workers in the first day of the indefinite nationwide strike.

Meanwhile, the unions shut down the country’s electricity industry in compliance with the strike order.

Acting General Secretary of the National Union of Electricity Employees, NUEE, Dominic Igwebike, told Vanguard that the power sector had been shut down.

Also, all loading activities at fuel depots in Lagos have been halted by the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers, NUPENG.

However, Vanguard was informed that all loaded trucks were allowed to leave the depots, including aviation terminals, for safety purposes.

According to a labour leader, “We don’t want to keep a loaded truck within the depot because it is highly flammable.”

Similarly, the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria, MWUN, has shut down port operations across the country.

An official of the Union told Vanguard that besides Lagos ports, all other port formations in Port Harcourt, Warri, Onne, Calabar, and others have been closed.

According to the official, they would remain shut until further notice from the national leadership of organised labour.

The same scenario is playing out in other sectors across the country, including the FCT.

 

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Breaking: APC senator Ifeanyi Ubah dies in London

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Nigerian Senator from Anambra South, and an All Progressives Congress (APC) stalwart, Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, is dead, Ekwutosblog  Reports.

Ubah died in a hotel in London, the United Kingdom. He had left for London two days ago.

Reports said he died after a brief illness,Ekwutosblog gathered

His death was also confirmed on a group chat of senators who had started to pour in tributes.

Just days ago, his campaign council donated a total of N71 million to the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Anambra State, bolstering the party’s presence and strength in the region.

The donation, which includes N50 million from Senator Ubah himself, was part of his pledge to support the party and enhance its effectiveness in the state.

The senate has yet to comment on the incident at the time of filling this report.

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EBONYI STATE GOVERNOR NWIFURU MOURNS THE PASSING OF IWUANYANWU AT 82

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The Governor of Ebonyi, Rt Hon Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru has expressed shock over the death of Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu —President General, Ohaneze Ndigbo World.

Governor Nwifuru who is saddened by the death of the Igbo leader, described late Iwuanyanwu as a visionary leader who lived for his people.

The Governor said “I am deeply saddened by the passing of Engr Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu —the President general of Ohaneze Ndigbo World wide and a renowned elder statesman”.

“His demise is a monumental loss to the entire Igbo race and our nation Nigeria.

“He was a visionary leader, a champion of unity, and a tireless advocate for the welfare of his people.
“His wisdom, counsel, and contributions to the Igbo cause will be greatly missed.
“As an elder statesman, he played a significant role in shaping the Igbo history and promoting peaceful coexistence among our diverse ethnic groups.
“His legacy will continue to inspire and fuel the Igbo cause.

“I extend my heartfelt condolences to the family, Imo State— the Igbo community, and all those who mourn his passing”.

Dr. Monday Uzor
Chief Press to the Governor of Ebonyi State
July 25, 2024

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Explosion Rocks Livestock Market In Yobe State.

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A suspected improvised explosive device (IED) detonated at the bustling Buni Yadi market in Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State on Friday, leaving one girl injured.

According to eyewitnesses, the explosion occurred at approximately 12:30 PM, causing panic and chaos in the area.

Captain Muhammad Shehu, spokesman for the Sector 2 Joint Task Force Operation Hadin Kai, confirmed the incident and reported that a second IED was discovered and safely detonated by the Army.

The sole victim, a girl, is currently receiving medical treatment at a local health facility in Buni Yadi. Authorities have stressed that the incident was a planted IED and not a suicide bombing.

Buni Yadi, located 54 kilometers from the state capital Damaturu, has been a target of Boko Haram insurgents in the past.

The area has witnessed significant security operations aimed at curbing the activities of the insurgent group.

The incident is currently under investigation, and further details will be provided as more information becomes available.

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