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Labour may resume nationwide indefinite strike over FG new minimum wage offer
The disagreement between the Federal Government and Organised Labour over a new minimum wage is likely to force the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress to resume its suspended nationwide indefinite strike action.
The Tripartite Committee on Friday increased the new minimum wage over from N60K to N62k.
But the Organised Labour has made up its mind, insisting on N250,000 figure.
At the end of the meeting last night, the leadership of the tripartite committee said it would forward both positions to President Bola Tinubu who is expected to study them and send a bill to the National Assembly for the final consideration of the new national minimum wage Act.
Recall that the N60K proposal had led the Organised Labour to withdraw from the negotiation table and declared an indefinite strike action to press home its demands.
Labour chief, Joe Ajaero had on Tuesday declared readiness to resume the strike if their demands are not met.
At the end of the first day of the devastating strike action on Monday, the SGF, Senator George Akume, spearheaded a meeting with the Labour unions after which a four-point resolution was reached, including a commitment by President Bola Tinubu to pay a new minimum wage higher than the N60,000 offer.
Tinubu directed Edun to present the cost implications for a new minimum wage within two days.
Though Edun has submitted the proposal to the president, it has not been made public.
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Court Orders College Registrar to Pay N1m For Slapping Female Lecturer in Adamawa
By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
Musa Chiroma, the Acting Registrar of the College for Legal Studies in Yola has been ordered to pay N1m as damages for slapping a married female lecturer, Fadimatu Mus.
The order was given by the Chief Magistrate Court 3 sitting in Yola, Adamawa State.
The court later discharged him after he paid the N1 million as damages to the lecturer, Mrs. Fadimatu Musa.
Apart from the N1 million in damages and an additional N80,000 as the cost of prosecution, the acting registrar was also required to tender a written apology and an undertaking not to victimize or assault the complainant again.
It was after the court, presided over by Chief Magistrate Uwani Danladi, acknowledged the fulfillment of these orders that the matter was struck out, and the defendant was discharged.
The acting registrar was first arraigned before the court on May 13, 2024, charged with assault, criminal force to deter a public servant from discharging her lawful duty, and voluntarily causing hurt, contrary to sections 244 and 219 of the Penal Law 2018.
According to the First Information Report, Chiroma had, on April 15, 2024, assaulted the Assistant Chief Lecturer, who was also the Chairman of the Task Force Committee for the Enforcement of Payment of School Fees in the institution.
He was reported to have beaten Fadimatu because she prevented a student from writing an examination due to his failure to pay the mandatory fees.
During the resumed court proceedings, Inspector Abubakar Nurudeen appeared for the prosecution, and S. N. Agaecheta represented the defendant, while the Head of the Public Sector Committee of the Nigeria Bar Association Women Forum, Mrs. Fatima Bello Raji, was present to ensure justice.
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Just in: Daniel Dubois knocks out Anthony Joshua in Round 4 to retain IBF title
By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
Daniel Dubois has knocked out Anthony Joshua in round four to retain his International Boxing Federation (IBF) world heavyweight title.
Dubois demolished Joshua in four rounds and won all five rounds.
Daniel Dubois delivered a stunning knockdown to Anthony Joshua in the first round but was saved by the bell.
He delivered a knockout to Joshua in the fifth round, successfully defending his IBF heavyweight world title.
Details shortly…
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Kano Govt Declares Monday Public Holiday
By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
Monday, 23 September 2024 has been declared a public holiday by the Kano Government.
The holiday is to mark the 7th day of Maulud Nabiy, commemorating the birth of Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him).
This was contained in a statement by the Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Baba Halilu Dantiye, issued to the press on Friday.
According to the statement, Governor Abba Yusuf called on the Muslim Ummah to deeply reflect on the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him).
He stressed that the Prophet’s life serves as a timeless guide for promoting peace, justice, humility, and compassion in both personal and communal spheres.
“The Prophet’s teachings are a beacon of mercy and righteousness that should be integrated into everyday life,” he added.
Yusuf urged the Muslim community to remain steadfast in adhering to the Qur’an and Sunnah.
“In the face of current moral and social challenges, it is vital for Muslims to return to the essence of Islam by reflecting the moral character of Prophet Muhammad. His life is a model of integrity, honesty, and service to humanity,” he said.
While wishing the Muslim Ummah a happy Maulud Nabiy celebration, the governor implored them to use the occasion to pray for peace and prosperity in the state and the nation.
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