Abbah Umar

Government Cautions Against International Involvement in Hunger Protests

Abbah Umar - August 8, 2024

The Nigerian government has issued a stern warning to any foreign countries or interests that might be behind the ongoing #Endbadgovernance protests in Nigeria. The protests, which have entered their eighth day, were sparked by the harsh economic policies...

Governance

FEC Directs Sale of Nigeria’s Crude Oil to Dangote, Other Local Refineries in Naira

Abbah Umar - July 30, 2024

In a significant move aimed at bolstering the local economy, the Federal Executive Council (FEC) has directed that Nigeria's crude oil be sold to Dangote and other local refineries in naira. This decision marks a pivotal shift in the...

Economy

FG declares planned hunger protests are no longer necessary.

Abbah Umar - July 29, 2024

The Federal Government has declared that there is no longer a need for the nationwide hunger protests scheduled from August 1 to 10, 2024. This announcement was made by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, during...

Governance

Economic Hardship : Protests in Niger State Despite Government Appeals

Abbah Umar - July 29, 2024

In Niger State, Nigeria, widespread protests erupted on Monday as discontent with the economic situation reached a boiling point. Despite efforts by the government to quell unrest through various initiatives, a large group of young people took to the...

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FG Sends Directive to VCs to Ensure Safety for Staff, Students, and Facilities Amid Planned Protest

Abbah Umar - July 29, 2024

In light of the planned national protest scheduled for August 1, the Federal Ministry of Education has taken proactive measures to ensure the safety and security of university communities across Nigeria. A circular has been dispatched to all Vice-Chancellors...

Politics

Kwara Court Bars INEC from Providing Voter Register for Local Government Polls

Abbah Umar - July 29, 2024

A Federal High Court in Abuja has issued a restraining order preventing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from providing the National Voter Register to the Kwara State Independent Electoral Commission (KWSIEC) for the upcoming local government elections scheduled...

Governance

Governors engage in extended discussions with a primary focus on local government Autonomy

Abbah Umar - July 24, 2024

Thirty-six state governors under the aegis of the Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF) have commenced a significant meeting in Abuja, with Local Government Autonomy as the top agenda item. The governors began arriving for the meeting at 9 p.m. at the...

Governance

FG Explains Need for Extra N6.2trn in 2024 Budget

Abbah Umar - July 23, 2024

The federal government has defended its request for an additional N6.2 trillion to the 2024 N28.7 trillion budget, stating that the extra funds are essential for infrastructure projects and the implementation of the new minimum wage. These projects include...

Politics

“Atiku Accuses NASS of Facilitating Executive Irresponsibility”

Abbah Umar - July 19, 2024

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has recently raised concerns about the current state of the National Assembly, accusing it of enabling executive recklessness and placing the concerns of the Nigerian populace at the bottom of its priorities. His remarks...

Economy

Tinubu Approves New Minimum Wage of N70,000

Abbah Umar - July 19, 2024

President Bola Tinubu has approved a new minimum wage of N70,000 for Nigerian workers and pledged to review the national minimum wage law every three years. This significant announcement came after the leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC)...

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