Category: Politics and Governance

Court of Appeal Upholds Sanwo-Olu’s Election Victory

By Sunmola Jemilat Oluwabunmi (SIWES Student,AAPOLY) The Court of Appeal in Lagos has dismissed appeals from the Labour Party’s Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour and the Peoples Democratic Party’s Olajide Adediran against Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s electoral win. The three-judge panel found the appeals lacking in merit, stating that the appellants failed to substantiate their claims of forgery and […]

Federal Government Criticizes TUC And NLC Strike.

By Bello Gideon (SIWES student, AAPOLY) The Federal Government criticized organized labor for the nationwide strike declared in response to the attack on NLC President Joe Ajaero. Special Assistant Kamarudeen Ogundele stated that the strike was not in the country’s interest, emphasizing the need for economic recovery. TUC President Festus Osifo argued that the lack […]

Abia State Government Launches School Children Deworming Program.

By David Faith Boluwatife (IT Student, Ifotech) The Abia State Government initiated a school deworming program on Tuesday evening, targeting six local government areas. Mrs. Priscila Otti, the first lady, emphasized the proactive nature of the In-School Deworming Program, aiming to safeguard the health and future of Abia’s children. Mrs. Otti explained that the program […]

Emefiele Former CBN Governor Arraignment Delayed Due To NLC And TUC Strike.

By Ademola Adedoyin Joy (SIWES student, D S Adegbenro ICT Polytechnic) The arraignment of former Central Bank of Nigeria Governor, Godwin Emefiele, faced a delay at the Federal Capital Territory High Court due to an ongoing strike by the Trade Union Congress and Nigerian Labour Congress. The strike, triggered by the alleged assault on NLC […]

ASUU Cautions Federal Government’s Proposal To Deduct 40% From Universities (IGR).

By Ayorinde Taiwo (SIWES student, Gate Way Polytechnic Saapade) ASUU cautions that the Federal Government’s proposal to deduct 40% from universities’ Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) will detrimentally impact the university system. The statement by ASUU’s National President, Prof. Emmanuel Osodeke, emphasizes that universities are not revenue-generating agencies, stating that student fees are meant to facilitate […]

TUC President Osifo Says No Court Order To Halt The Ongoing Nationwide Strike.

By David Faith Boluwatife (I T Student, IFOTECH) TUC President Festus Osifo confirmed on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily that the union has not received any court order to halt the ongoing nationwide strike initiated on Tuesday. Osifo criticized the government for disregarding court orders while expecting adherence to judicial rulings from other entities. He emphasized […]

Lagos State Police Pursue The Person That’s Responsible For The Killing Of Politicians.

By Ojo Jeremiah Oladipupo (Siwes student, Efon Poly) The Lagos State Police Command is actively pursuing the individuals responsible for the killing of politician Samsondeen Ali in Oworonshoki. The incident occurred following a disagreement with suspected hoodlums involved in land grabbing. Ali, who was contesting the councillorship position, was attacked while attempting to erect a […]

Tinubu Emphasizes That Poverty Is Unacceptable Under His Leadership In Nigeria.

By Ojo Jeremiah Oladipupo (Siwes student, Efon Poly) President Bola Tinubu emphasizes that poverty is unacceptable under his leadership in Nigeria, expressing a vision for a workforce where every citizen can be gainfully employed. Speaking at the 55th International Conference of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management, he underscores the need for transforming Nigeria into […]

Allegations and Denials: Labour Party Accuses APC of Election Material Hijack in Imo State

By Ayorinde Taiwo (SIWES Student, Gateway Poly) The Labour Party in Imo State alleges that electoral materials were hijacked and diverted to a private residence in Orlu Local Government Area, as well as claiming that materials for Okigwe LGA were taken to its headquarters. The All Progressive Congress in Imo State, however, dismisses these allegations. […]

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