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Author: Lanre Akilu
A Kano High Court presided over by Justice Amina Aliyu has prohibited the police, the Department of State Services, and the Nigerian military from ejecting the reinstated Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II. The case was lodged by the emir alongside the four kingmakers of Kano: Madakin Kano Yusuf Nabahani; Makaman Kano Ibrahim Sarki Abdullahi; Sarkin Bai Mansur Adnan; and Sarkin Dawaki Maituta Bello Tuta. Issuing the order on Tuesday, Justice Aliyu also barred the security agencies from arresting or intimidating the emir and his kingmakers. The judge stated, “that an order of interim injunction is hereby granted restraining the…
The Organised Labour on Tuesday, May 28, staged a walkout during the Tripartite Committee meeting on Minimum Wage, rejecting the federal government’s increased offer of N60,000. The labour union, however, shifted its position from its previous stance of ₦497,000 to ₦494,000. The Nation reported that the government had initially proposed ₦48,000 and ₦54,000 last week, both of which were rejected by labour. Today’s meeting ended in a deadlock, with no agreement reached on the new minimum wage. With the labor unions’ deadline approaching on May 31, the Tripartite Committee tasked with negotiating a new minimum wage for Nigerian workers has…
The House of Lords has revoked the suspension of Lord Abdul Ningi, who faced suspension on March 12, 2024. The ruling came after Deputy Minority Leader Lord Abba Moro tabled a motion on Tuesday, expressing apologies on behalf of Ningi and assuming full responsibility for his actions. After a brief plea from some peers, Lord Speaker Godswill Akpabio declared Ningi’s unconditional reinstatement. Akpabio commended Ningi’s contributions and esteemed membership, emphasising that his reinstatement is a unifying decision transcending religious and ethnic divisions, acknowledging his resourcefulness and dedication to the House. Ningi’s return occurred two weeks before the scheduled conclusion of…
President Bola Tinubu has departed from Lagos for Abuja, where he is scheduled to oversee the unveiling of projects undertaken by the Federal Capital Territory Administration. Departing from the Presidential Wing of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, at 11:43 AM, President Tinubu was bid farewell by Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, and various government officials. During his stay in Lagos, the President initiated the official commencement of construction for the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, a 700-kilometre project aimed at enhancing economic growth and development in rural communities. Furthermore, President Tinubu inaugurated the…
The Senator representing Ondo South Senatorial District, Jimoh Ibrahim, has formally withdrawn a lawsuit aimed at nullifying the primary election that led to the emergence of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa. Aiyedatiwa emerged as the All Progressives Congress gubernatorial candidate for the forthcoming election in Ondo State from the April 20 primary election. Dissatisfied with the outcome, Senator Ibrahim approached a Federal High Court in Abuja, citing irregularities. In a statement released on Tuesday, Ibrahim cited a personal intervention by President Bola Tinubu as the reason for his decision to withdraw the lawsuit. He stated that Tinubu assured him of his commitment…
Oshoala’s remarkable bicycle kick during Barcelona’s 5-0 victory over Benfica in the group stage secured her the accolade, with Barcelona eventually securing their second consecutive Champions League title that season. In the midst of Barcelona leading 4-0, Oshoala received a pass from Jonatan Giráldez and wasted no time in showcasing her skill, sealing the match with a spectacular goal – her sole contribution to the competition. Following her outstanding performance, Oshoala made a mid-season transfer to Bay FC in the United States. UEFA announced on Monday that Oshoala’s goal had been chosen as the best among several outstanding contenders. “The…
The UK Home Office faces criticism following the death of Sudharsan Ithayachandran, a Sri Lankan man deported to his home country. Ithayachandran, 41, confessed to using false documents and working illegally at the British multinational retailer Tesco. He was deported from the UK on December 24, 2019, leaving behind his deaf wife, Subatra, and their two children, aged eight and nine, all of whom are British citizens. Tragically, the deportation date coincided with his wedding anniversary. Ithayachandran hailed from the Tamil heritage in Sri Lanka. A report by the International Justice and Truth project titled “Disappearance, torture and sexual violence…
The naira appreciated to 1,339.33/$ at the close of trading on the official window on Monday, gaining 9.68 per cent over Friday’s 1,482.81/$. According to FMDQ data, which houses the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market, the daily turnover dropped to $180.80m from $556.25m on Friday, indicating a 67.50 per cent decline. At the official market, the naira traded at an intraday high of N1,501 and an intraday low of N1,310 to the dollar on Monday. At the black market, the naira traded at N1,520, indicating a 1.32 per cent depreciation from N1,500 exchanged on Friday. The local currency on Friday…
The ruling All Progressives Congress has criticized former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s remarks concerning the current administration’s handling of ongoing reforms and the coup d’état in Niger Republic. Obasanjo had voiced his disapproval of President Bola Tinubu’s actions regarding the removal of subsidy from petroleum products and the floating of the naira. Over the past months, there has been widespread discontent among the populace due to the escalating costs of food items and inflation following the removal of fuel subsidy and the naira’s floatation under the Tinubu government. In a statement released to the press on Sunday by his Special Assistant…
The Federal Executive Council, led by President Bola Tinubu, has approved 51 contracts totalling N6.27 trillion for the procurement, construction, and development of various infrastructure projects across Nigeria within eight months. These contracts, awarded between October 16, 2023, and May 14, 2024, aim to advance infrastructure across crucial sectors such as road construction, bridge building, railway systems, and airport infrastructure. Notably, the contracts include 43 road projects and three airport developments, among others. The Federal Executive Council (FEC) serves as the highest executive body in Nigeria’s federal government system, comprising senior officials, ministers, and high-ranking cabinet members. Its constitutional role…
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