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Electricity Tariff Hike: Labour Threatens To Shut NERC, Discos Offices

Members of the organised labour, on Thursday night warned the management of Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) to announce immediate reversal of current electricity tariff hike or face total shutdown of all its offices.
The movement also warned the commission to announce immediately the stoppage of what it described as “discriminatory practice” of segregating electricity consumers into arbitrary bands.
The congress said failure to heed the warnings would warrant its members shutting down offices of NERC and Distribution Companies nationwide, adding that those offices would remain under lock and keys until their demands are met.
These were contained in a letter sent to the Chairman of NERC, copies which were sent to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume; the Minister of State for Labour, Nkiruka Onyejeocha; the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu and all DisCos.
The letter, a copy of which was obtained by our correspondent, was signed by the President of Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero and his counterpart from the Trade Union Congress (TUC), Festus Osifo.
The union leaders described the hike as a slap in the face of justice and fairness, insisting that the organised labour would not stand idly when the masses and workers are subjected to such unacceptable exploitation.
The letter read, “This is to refer you to our May Day address where we expressed grave concerns regarding the recent announcement of an astronomical hike in electricity tariff across the nation from N65/kwh to N225/Kwh by your Commission.
“We believe that this decision is not just morally reprehensible considering the difficulties Nigerians are faced with currently, but it blatantly disregards fundamental principles and statutory obligations.
“It is a slap in the face of justice and fairness, and we will not stand idly by as the masses and workers are subjected to such unacceptable exploitation….
“It is our duty to defend the rights of our fellow citizens against exploitation. Therefore, we issue the following demands: An immediate reversal of the hike in electricity tariff to N65/kwh.
“Immediate cessation of the discriminatory practice of segregating electricity consumers into arbitrary bands.
“Restoration of the supremacy of the statutes governing the conduct of operators within the electricity industry. We give you until Sunday, the 12th day of May, 2024, to comply.
“Failure to do it will result in swift and decisive action on our part as we will not hesitate to mobilize our members and occupy all NERC’s offices and those of the DISCOs nationwide until justice is served. Kindly accept the assurance of our high regards!”
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EMPOWERMENT! Senator Manu doles out N2.5m to support constituent’s fashion design business(Photos)

Senator Manu Haruna of Taraba Central Senatorial District has made a significant impact on the life of a constituent by empowering him with over 2.5 million Naira to enhance his fashion design business.
This initiative aims to support local entrepreneurship and encourage vocational skills development within the community.
The delegation representing Senator Manu included Hon. Aruwa, the Taraba State Commissioner for Science and Technology, alongside Hon. Abubakar Baffa Nanu, Chairman of Gassol Local Government Council, and Alhaji Raubilu Umar, Hon. Ubale Gambo. They presented the cash to Falalu, who is commonly referred to as Sarkin Yakin Manu in a gathering held at the residence of Alhaji Raubilu Umar in Jalingo.
Falalu Sarkin Yakin Manu expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Senator Manu for this generous support, highlighting how the funds will significantly boost his tailoring business and provide better services to the community.
This empowerment initiative reflects Senator Manu’s commitment to fostering skills development and economic growth in the Taraba Central Senatorial District.
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Citizenship for sale as Trump announces “Gold Card” Immigration Plan, $5M

By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
President Donald Trump has announced a new immigration “Gold Card” that will be sold to immigrants for $5 million.
The Gold Card is a premium version of a Green Card, according to Trump, and will provide immigrants with a pathway to citizenship.
“We’re gonna be selling a gold card. You have a green card, this is a gold card. We’re gonna be putting a price on that card of about $5 million and that’s gonna give you green card privileges plus…”
“It’s gonna be a route to citizenship. And wealthy people will be coming into our country by buying this card.”
“They’ll be wealthy and they’ll be successful and they’ll be spending a lot of money and paying a lot of taxes and employing a lot of people.”
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SAD! Lady Loses 3-Year-Old Son Hours After Allowing Father Take Him for Weekend Visit

By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
A Nigerian lady has taken to social media to share the heart rending story of how she lost her three-year-old son hours after allowing his father to take him for the weekend.
The sad mother, who had single-handedly raised her son after being abandoned during pregnancy, expressed deep sorrow and regret over her decision to let his father back into their lives.
According to her, the child’s father had denied responsibility when she was pregnant and made no effort to be part of their son’s life until he returned from abroad, got married, and sought forgiveness. In an attempt to foster a relationship between father and son, she allowed him to take the boy for a weekend visit—an act she now deeply regrets.
Tragically, less than nine hours after leaving with his father, the little boy drowned in a deep well. The devastated mother, who had just returned from work, was met with the shocking news that her only child was gone forever.
In a post, she poured out her grief, questioning why such a tragedy had befallen her innocent child.
“Junior was only 3; he didn’t deserve to leave this world so soon. God, why?” she lamented.
May the soul of the little boy rest in peace.
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