Breaking! NLC Orders Nationwide Strike, Alleges Dangote’s Threat to Labour Laws The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, has ordered full-scale mobilization of its affiliate unions for a nationwide strike against what it described as the Dangote Group’s “deliberate anti-worker crusade” and disregard for Nigeria’s labour laws. The directive, issued in an internal memo signed by NLC…
Dr Hyginus Odo Congratulates Ikeje Asogwa on Senatorial Nomination Read full text of the congratulatory message by Comrade Dr Hyginus Odo, Chairman, Nigeria Union of Journalists,NUJ, State Ministry of Information chapel to Chief Ikeje Asogwa: “As preparations gather momentum to fill the vacant seat in the Enugu North Senatorial District, I warmly congratulate Chief Ikeje…
Politicians Hide Loot In Cryptocurrencies To Beat Investigative Dragnets Of Anti-corruption Agencies- EFCC Wilfred Chukwuma, Enugu The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has cautioned the public on the rise in Virtual Assets & Investment Scam, in commemoration of the Africa Anti-Corruption Day. The Chairman, EFCC, Mr Ola Olukoyede, represented by the Acting Zonal Director…
Ugwuanyi, Yakubu, Omokri, Fani-Kayode, Others Make Ambassadorial List President Bola Tinubu has sent the names of 32 ambassadorial nominees to the Senate for confirmation. This was coming days after he sent the first batch of three names. Among the new names are former governor of Enugu State, Dr Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, former chairman of the Independent…
Enugu state governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, says the effect of coronavirus pandemic, cannot change the governance narrative of his administration,aimed at turning around the socio-econimic and political status of the state, for sustained democratic values. Governor Ugwuanyi made the statement when the entire membership of the Ebeano political movement of People’s Democratic Party, led a solidarity…
NYSC Delay: Dental Graduates Protest Five-Year Wait, Demand Urgent Mobilisation Tension flared at the premises of the Federal University of Allied Health Sciences, Enugu (FUAHSE), former Federal College of Dental Technology and Therapy, on Wednesday as a group of aggrieved graduates staged a peaceful protest over prolonged delays in their mobilisation for the National Youth…
Nativity: Governor Mbah Preaches Love, Peace,Unity As Foundation For Progress The governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has urged Nigerians to live in love, peace, and togetherness in order to advance the country. This came even as he reaffirmed his dedication to creating a new Enugu State, stressing that his goals included leading an…
NJF Demands Equity, Upholds Power Rotation in Search for Okey Ezea’s Successor The Nsukka Journalists Forum (NJF) has urged political stakeholders in Enugu North Senatorial District to ensure that equity, justice and fair play guide the process of selecting a replacement for the late Okey Ezea. In a statement jointly signed by its Chairman, Benson…
Enugu Govt Gives 5-Day Ultimatum on Abandoned vehicles, Roadside Mechanics The Enugu State Government has issued a five-day ultimatum to owners of abandoned vehicles, roadside mechanics, artisans, and traders operating illegally along public roads to vacate the areas or face enforcement actions. In a joint public announcement released on Wednesday, the Ministry of Works and…
Enugu: Of Gov. Mbah’s New Security Initiatives and Transport Reforms BY SAMSON EZEA Enugu State has long distinguished itself in the area of security architecture, particularly since insecurity escalated nationwide. When former Governor Sullivan Chime, confronted with rising security threats, banned commercial motorcycles (Okada) as a means of transportation, his decision drew mixed reactions. Yet,…
