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Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki has announced a significant increase in the minimum wage for civil servants in the state. Effective from May 1st, 2024, the minimum wage in Edo will jump from N40,000 to a staggering N70,000, representing a 75% increase. This landmark decision has been met with jubilation by Edo State workers who have been grappling with the rising cost of living under the current minimum wage. The announcement, made during the unveiling of the newly constructed ultra-modern Labour House secretariat complex in Benin City, marks a crucial moment for labor relations in Edo State. A Cause for…

With the clock ticking down, butterflies are fluttering in the stomachs of thousands of Nigerian students as the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for School Candidates gets underway on Tuesday, April 30th, 2024. This year’s WASSCE, conducted by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), will see a record number of candidates—over 1.7 million—vying for success across member countries: Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone, Gambia, and Liberia. For these students, the next seven weeks will be a period of intense focus, determination, and perhaps a healthy dose of anxiety. Exam Fever Grips the Nation The weeks leading up to WASSCE…

Sheffield United’s dream of maintaining their Premier League status turned into a nightmare on Saturday evening as they were comprehensively thrashed 5-1 by Newcastle United at St. James’ Park. This devastating defeat officially seals their fate and sends them crashing back down to the Championship after just one season in the top flight. The Blades, under the leadership of Chris Wilder, defied expectations last season by securing promotion from the Championship. However, their return to the Premier League proved to be a brutal struggle. Inconsistency plagued their season, with victories few and far between. Their relegation was confirmed with three…

As Nigeria approaches May Day, a day traditionally associated with celebrating workers’ rights and achievements, a dark cloud hangs over the nation’s labour landscape. The much-anticipated announcement of a new national minimum wage seems further away than ever, leaving millions of Nigerian workers grappling with economic hardship and dashed hopes for a significant pay rise. The current minimum wage of ₦30,000, which has been in effect since April 2019, has become woefully inadequate due to soaring inflation. The rising cost of basic necessities like food, transportation, and housing has rendered the current minimum wage insufficient for a decent standard of…

The serene atmosphere of the Benin Kingdom was disturbed on Wednesday after the Benin Traditional Council (BTC) announced the suspension of five palace officials. What was the reason for their sudden dismissal? An “unauthorized” visit to the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, at his Ile-Ife palace. The statement issued by the BTC accused the suspended officials of engaging in “sacrilegious acts against Benin customs and tradition.” It further alleged that they falsely claimed to be emissaries of the Oba of Benin, Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, and His Royal Majesty Oba Ewuare II, and presented inaccurate information regarding…

The University of Ilorin (UNILORIN), affectionately known as the “Better by Far” University, has cemented its position as the most popular choice for university applicants in Nigeria. According to recent data released by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), UNILORIN emerged as the institution with the highest number of first-choice applications for the fourth consecutive year, cementing its reputation as a premier academic destination. Overwhelming Demand: UNILORIN Tops the Charts Again JAMB’s data, unveiled during a policy meeting chaired by the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Education, Andrew Adejoh, revealed a clear trend. UNILORIN received a staggering…

The long-awaited construction of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road has finally begun, marked by the commencement of demolition activities in Lagos on Saturday, April 27th. This ambitious ₦15 trillion project, touted as a game-changer for Nigeria’s economic development and integration, has stirred a mix of excitement and apprehension among residents along the proposed route. The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Works and Housing, has assured affected residents of fair and prompt compensation for any structures demolished to make way for the road construction. However, the demolition exercise has also sparked concerns about potential delays and the adequacy of the compensation…

After a fiercely contested race and a period of uncertainty, Senator Ademola Adeleke emerged as the clear winner in the 2022 Osun State gubernatorial election. Since taking the oath of office on November 27th, 2022, Senator Adeleke has wasted no time in making his mark, earning him the prestigious title of Vanguard Personality of the Year 2023. This award, presented annually by the Vanguard Newspapers, recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the development and progress of Nigeria. Senator Adeleke’s dedication to infrastructural development in Osun State has resonated deeply with the judges, cementing his position as a leader…

A devastating accident on the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway on Saturday evening has left one person dead and several others injured. A Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) tanker, suspected to have suffered brake failure, lost control and crashed, erupting in a massive explosion that shook nearby residential buildings and caused widespread panic. The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) confirmed the incident, which occurred around 4:10 PM near the popular Ita-Oshin area of Abeokuta, Ogun State. Spokesperson for the FRSC Ogun Sector Command, Mrs. Florence Okpe, attributed the cause of the accident to mechanical deficiency. “The suspected cause of the crash was mechanical deficiency…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has issued a stern warning to Nigerians, declaring the abuse of the Naira and the dollarization of the Nigerian economy as serious financial crimes. The Commission’s Acting Spokesperson, Tony Orilade, made this statement during a press conference held in Abuja on Thursday, April 25th, 2024. Mr. Orilade expressed the EFCC’s growing concern about the increasing disregard for the Naira, the country’s official currency. He cited instances of individuals and businesses refusing to accept Naira for transactions, manipulating exchange rates for personal gain, and vandalizing or disrespecting the Naira notes. Beyond Inconvenience: The Damaging…