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Protesters angry over Tinubu’s address, return to the streets
Protesters angry over Tinubu’s address, return to the streets
Some Nigerians have expressed disappointment about the national broadcast made Sunday morning by President Bola Tinubu.
They noted that the address contained no immediate presidential action or directive on the demands of #EndBadGovernance protesters to ease the hardship in the country.
In reaction to the President’s broadcast meant to douse tension and placate aggrieved people, a group of protesters returned to the Gani Fawehinmi Park at Ojota, Lagos, on Sunday morning, chanting solidarity songs, shortly after the address to the nation.
The protesters said the President had not addressed core issues raised by them despite touching on efforts by his administration.
One of the protesters said, “First, let me appreciate the President for his courage to address the nation this morning after we started the protest for about four days now.
“He spoke on the violence and loss of lives in some areas and appealed to protesters. But here in Lagos, we’ve been peaceful in our protests.
“But the President failed to address most of the issues presented before him – high cost of fuel, high cost of clearing goods at the port, electricity tariff and other things.
“As long as those demands are not addressed, we’ll remain on the street protesting.”
Policemen and other security agencies were still on the ground at the Gani Fawehinmi Park, according to a Channels TV report.
The police had prevented the protesters from holding a procession beyond the designated ground at Gani Fawehinmi Park, Ojota.
Tinubu had urged the youths to suspend the #EndBadGovernance protests and embrace dialogue, while delivering his address.
He administration, he said , was focused on good governance despite several challenges confronting the country.
He said the removal of subsidy on petrol was a painful but necessary decision taken for economic reforms.
The reversal of the petrol subsidy removal is one of the demands of the youths protesting since Thursday August 1.
Tinubu announced the removal of petrol subsidy during his inaugural speech as President on May 29, 2023. The price per litre of the product jumped from around N184 to N568/ N700, depending on where it is sold in the country.
The administration also unified forex windows, with the value of the naira falling from $1/N700 to over $1/1,600 at the parallel market.
Prices of food and other essential items have similarly climbed through the roof with attendant high cost of living.
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Just In : IGP orders redeployment of CPs in Rivers, Delta, FCT
Just In : IGP orders redeployment of CPs in Rivers, Delta, FCT
Nigeria’s Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has ordered the immediate redeployment of the Commissioners of Police of Rivers State Command, Delta State Command and the Federal Capital territory.
The order covers the redeployment of the CP Rivers State Command, CP Olatunji Disu as the new CP FCT; CP Delta State Command, CP Abaniwonda Olufemi as the new CP Rivers State Command and CP FCT, CP Peter Opara as the new CP Delta State.
Adejobi added that, following the approval of the Police Service Commission, the Inspector-General of Police has also deployed four (4) CPs as Commissioners of Police for Abia, Lagos, Ebonyi, and Akwa-Ibom State Commands.
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The deployment includes the posting of CP Danladi Nda to Abia State Command; CP Olanrewaju Ishola Olawale to Lagos State Command; CP Anthonia Adaku Uche-Anya, fdc to Ebonyi State Command and CP Festus Eribo to Akwa-Ibom State Command.
The posting of these strategic managers reflects the mission of the Inspector-General of Police to strategically reposition the Police Force and ensure maximum utilization of human resources available to the Force.
The IGP has, however, urged the new CPs of State Commands to ensure diligence in the discharge of their lawful duties and adopt innovations that would mitigate security challenges in their respective areas of responsibilty.
He further encouraged them to key into the police reform plans, which will help the progress of the Nigeria Police Force and the growth of the country in general.
Just In : IGP orders redeployment of CPs in Rivers, Delta, FCT
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Salary: FG vows to prosecute private employers paying below N70,000
Salary: FG vows to prosecute private employers paying below N70,000
The Federal Government has warned companies in the private sectors against paying below the new minimum wage of N70,000.
This is even as the government implored agencies recruiting for the private sector to adhere to the N70,000 minimum wage.
The FG explained that the new minimum wage was aimed at cushioning the impact of the current harsh economic reality and failure to pay it would could attract severe penalty.
The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Labour and Employment, Kachollom Daju, made this known on Wednesday.
Speaking at the 13th Annual General Meeting of the Employers Association for Private Employment Agencies of Nigeria, held in Ikeja, Lagos, she noted the new minimum was now a law.
She stated that no Nigerian worker, whether in government or private employment, should be paid less than the minimum wage.
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Daju, who was represented by the Director of Employment and Wages of the ministry, John Nyamali, said, “The minimum wage is now a law, and as a result, it is a punishable crime for any employer to pay less than N70,000 to any of its workers.
“The private employment agencies should make it compulsory in any contract they take from their principal that their workers should not earn less than the minimum wage. The least paid worker in Nigeria should earn N70,000, and I think that should be after all deductions.
“The minimum wage is a law, and you can be jailed if you fail to implement it. The Federal Government is committed to ensuring that the least paid worker goes home with N70,000.”
In his remarks, the President of the Employers Association for Private Employment Agencies of Nigeria, Dr. Olufemi Ogunlowo, asked the government and Nigeria Labour Congress to clarify whether the N70,000 minimum wage is net or gross, stating that all vague aspects in the Act should be highlighted and explained.
According to Okoye, the EAPEAN is already committed to the minimum wage, as well as providing decent jobs for Nigerians and guarding against the exploitation of human resources.
“As a labour union in the private sector, we are committed to the implementation of the minimum wage. We are a law-abiding and guided association. Our principals and clients have also keyed into the minimum wage.
“However, the government must clarify whether the N70,000 minimum wage is net or gross. The government and NLC should address all ambiguities in the minimum wage,” he stated.
Salary: FG vows to prosecute private employers paying below N70,000
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Tinubu govt inherited hardship from Buhari administration – Emir
Tinubu govt inherited hardship from Buhari administration – Emir
The Emir of Minna, Alhaji Umar Farouk Bahago, has stated that the economic challenges currently faced by Nigerians were inherited from the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari. The Emir made these remarks during a sensitisation event on federal government intervention programmes, organized by the Office of the Minister of Information and National Orientation in Minna, Niger State.
Represented by Alhaji Maikudi Achaza, the Hadinin Minna, the Emir praised President Bola Tinubu for his efforts in addressing the issues caused by past corruption. He pointed out that many citizens remain unaware of Tinubu’s initiatives due to inadequate communication, particularly in local languages.
Former Head of State General Abdulsalami Abubakar also expressed concern about the worsening hardships faced by Nigerians. He urged the Tinubu administration to take urgent action to alleviate the suffering of the people. During a courtesy visit from the Campaign for Democracy and Human Rights, a Minna-based civil society group, Abdulsalami criticized the distribution of palliatives, stating they are not an effective solution to the rising cost of living.
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He emphasized that leaders need to connect with ordinary citizens and understand their struggles, noting that high transportation costs, increased fuel prices, rising school fees, and lack of financial resources are making life difficult for many.
Abdulsalami proposed that the government should sell essential food items at reduced prices to help citizens cope with inflation, rather than relying solely on palliatives. He also urged Nigerians to remain peaceful ahead of the planned #EndBadGovernance protests on October 1, 2024, and advised the government not to take citizens for granted.
The Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris, represented by Asabe Sule Garba, emphasized that the event aimed to raise awareness about the federal government’s efforts to improve the lives of citizens. He reiterated President Tinubu’s commitment to accountability and transparency and called for public support.
Tinubu govt inherited hardship from Buhari administration – Emir
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