Jide Ojo
22 Oct
As fuel costs rise to over N1,000 per litre, it puts a serious strain on workers who struggle to commute to their workplaces owing to the high cost of transportation, with the employee turnover rate hitting a new level
10 Aug
• Nigerians Count Gains, Losses Of Exercise • Say It’s A Warning To Ruling Class To Curb Luxurious Lifestyle As the 10-day #EndBadGovernance nationwide protest ends today, Nigerians are counting their gains and losses, even as they are naming the heroes and villains of the exercise, and sharing the lessons learnt. Despite assurances that…
16 Apr
At the recent nationwide public hearing on the new national minimum wage held across the six geo-political zones, governors demanded a review of the revenue allocation formula to enable them to implement the proposed national minimum wage.
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CHAIRMAN, Edo Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Caretaker Committee, Dr Tony Aziegbemi, yesterday, expressed worry over what it described as very troubling and disturbing developments in Edo State under the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led administration, which, if not appropriately addressed, could spell doom for democracy. Briefing newsmen in Benin, Aziegbemi accused the governor, Monday Okpebholo, of…
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‘FAMOUS’ Eric Uche Freeborn Atasia, widely known as Eric Atasia, has released his new single, Famous. Unveiled on November 20, 2024, the song, according to the artiste, promises to be another favourite of fans. With an infectious beat and soulful vocals, Famous captures the essence of admiration and connection, wrapped in Eric’s signature Afro-fusion style.…
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Leading stakeholders have applauded the coming 21st Century Skills Roadmap, saying Nigeria needs it to free itself from the strangleholds of unemployment and poverty. According to a statement by Career Digest (CD) Limited, the organisers of the event meant to unveil the roadmap, the stakeholders spoke, while indicating their willingness to attend the unveiling ceremony,…
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THE Access ART X Prize was founded with mission to lift African creatives, bringing their talents out of the shadows into global spotlight. In a landscape, where opportunities and resources are often limited, the prize has provided lifeline for African artists, offering them not only financial support but also a platform to redefine global perspectives…
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YOUNG artists are often at the forefront of pushing artistic boundaries, exploring new mediums and techniques to accurately portray the complexity of their time. By reminiscing on their times, they are able to revisit cherished memories, relive moments of joy and happiness, and gain a deeper appreciation for the experiences that have shaped humanity. In…
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The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has debunked reports claiming that the scheme is advertising for job vacancies/recruitment. The NYSC refuted the recruitment report on Wednesday morning in a disclaimer on its official X handle, saying it is a scam. "The Management of National Youth Service Corps wishes to inform the general public of some…
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The Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) has expressed worry over the growing issue of container mismanagement in the country, which has led to significant losses for shipping companies and consignees. The Deputy Director of Monitoring and Enforcement at the NSC, Sarumi Jelili Adesina, revealed this at the 2024 yearly seminar for maritime journalists organised by First…
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Nigerian Ports Consultative Council (NPCC) has appealed to terminal operators and other key stakeholders to provide financial support to enable the council to fulfil its advisory objectives on port-related matters to boost the maritime sector’s growth. The Chairman of NPCC, Bolaji Sunmola, appealed during a courtesy visit to the Chairman of the Seaport Terminal Operators…
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Manchester City's struggles continued as Pep Guardiola's side remarkably blew a three-goal lead to draw 3-3 with Feyenoord in the Champions League on Tuesday, while Bayern Munich beat Paris Saint-Germain to leave the French club in danger of elimination. There were also big wins for Arsenal, Atletico Madrid, Atalanta and Bayer Leverkusen, while Inter Milan…
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Industry stakeholders have called on the Federal Government to eliminate policy bottlenecks and reduce high import duties, operational fees and inefficiencies that hinder indigenous operators from competing globally in the shipping industry. The appeal was made during the second edition of the Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria (MARAN) Annual Maritime Lecture, which was themed, ‘AfCFTA:…