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FG pays minimum wage arrears to some workers

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8 months ago

August 12, 2024

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu

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The Federal Government has settled the outstanding minimum wage arrears for the staff of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), covering a period of 3 years and 9 months.

This payment resolves a long-standing issue dating back to 2019, which had caused tensions between NiMet’s management, its employees, and labour unions.

The Director General of NiMet, Professor Charles Anosike, expressed gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for authorizing the settlement of these arrears.

The unions had initially planned to initiate a strike on May 20, 2024, but this action was halted after a special session on May 19, 2024, involving the House Committee on Aviation Technology, led by Chairman Hon. Abiodun Isiaq Akinlade, along with NiMet management and union representatives.

Professor Anosike praised President Tinubu for his support, noting that the arrears issue predates his administration but was resolved under his leadership.

He also acknowledged the contributions of the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, and the Chairman and members of the House and Senate Committees on Aviation for their roles in addressing the issue.

He expressed hope that the staff and unions will show their appreciation through dedicated work, ensuring NiMet fulfills its objectives effectively.

Prof. Anosike said: “Mr President has demonstrated once again that he is a worker-friendly president. The issue of the unpaid 45-month wage arrears predates this administration, but still, Mr. President has cleared the outstanding.

“I thank the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development1, Festus Keyamo, for the role he played. Also the Chairman of the House Committee on Aviation Technology, Rt. Hon. Abiodun Isiaq Akinlade, and members of the Committee for their sacrifices and timely intervention.

“I thank the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Aviation, Sen. Abdulfatai Buhari, and the members of the Committee. I thank all the others who played different roles in the process. We expect that staff and the unions will show Mr. President appreciation by working hard and staying focused to ensure that NiMet continues to achieve its mandate.”

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POLICE TO COMMENCE TRAINING FOR 10,000 NEW RECRUITS NATIONWIDE As IGP Charges Recruits on Police Reforms, Ethics and Professional Conduct

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April 11, 2025

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POLICE TO COMMENCE TRAINING FOR 10,000 NEW RECRUITS NATIONWIDE

As IGP Charges Recruits on Police Reforms, Ethics and Professional Conduct

The Nigeria Police Force will commence training exercises for 10,000 new police recruits nationwide tomorrow April 12th, 2025. The intensive training program, designed to equip the new recruits with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively serve and protect their communities, will begin at various police colleges and training schools across the nation.

In preparation for the resumption, the Force Headquarters held an orientation ceremony for the Commandants and Directing Staff of the Training Institutions today April 11th 2025. The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM., represented virtually by the DIG in charge of the Department of Training and Development (DTD), DIG Frank Mba, mni., charged the Commandants of the Training Colleges and Schools to embrace the ongoing police reforms, uphold the highest ethical standards, and demonstrate firm professional conduct throughout the course of the training.

The IGP also expressed his administration’s commitment to prioritizing the welfare of recruits on training, in areas of feeding and accommodation, and also ensuring they have a stable and conducive environment throughout their training period. He charged the incoming recruits to be of good conduct, maintain policing ethics and positive character in the course of their training and career.

The IGP expressed his appreciation to the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR for his dedication and commitment towards improving the operational strength and capability of the Nigeria Police Force, noting that this significant influx of new officers would mark a substantial investment in bolstering law enforcement capabilities and enhancing public safety nationwide.

ACP OLUMUYIWA ADEJOBI, mnipr, mipra, fCAI
FORCE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,
FORCE HEADQUARTERS,
ABUJA .
11TH APRIL 2025.

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Trump reacts to New York helicopter crash

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15 hours ago

April 11, 2025

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President of the United States of America, USA, Donald Trump, has reacted to the New York helicopter crash that killed all six people on board earlier on Friday.

The United States President described the incident as “terrible”, saying his transportation secretary is “on it”.

As Ekwutosblog reported earlier, all six passengers and crew of helicopter have been confirmed dead after a helicopter crashed into New York’s Hudson River.

The New York Police Department said that the crash took place near the shore, next to Pier 40, just across the river from New Jersey.

Several emergency services rushed to the scene, with both boats and ground units working together in a coordinated effort to facilitate the rescue.

Trump noted that people were aboard the helicopter at the time of the crash, including three children and three adults, according to CBS News.

Trump wrote on his social media platform, “Looks like six people, the pilot, two adults, and three children, are no longer with us.

“Announcements as to exactly what took place, and how, will be made shortly!”

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Jennifer Awele Remembers Late Husband, Jnr Pope, on the First Anniversary of His Passing

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April 10, 2025

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Jennifer Awele, the widow of Nollywood actor Jnr Pope Odonwodo, has shared a poignant tribute to her late husband on the first anniversary of his passing.

Accompanied by a family photo, the emotional post is a testament to the enduring love and cherished memories she holds of her beloved husband. The couple, who married in 2014, had three sons together: Jason, Jaden, and Jamon.

Jnr Pope’s untimely death in a boat accident on April 10, 2024, sent shockwaves through the Nollywood community and left his family and loved ones devastated, just weeks shy of his 40th birthday.

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