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Minimum Wage: Senator Orji Kalu Proposes 90,000

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The senator representing Abia North Senatorial Zone, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has proposed the sum of 90,000 as the new minimum wage.

Senator Kalu made the proposal during plenary on Tuesday, stressing that the impact of the stike on the economy is something the country shouldn’t allow to happen again because of the adverse effect.
“I’ll like Mr. President and the entire senate to pay more attention to these people (organised labour) because I know how much people have lost in the last 24 hours. I think 60,000 might be sounding very huge, let us (Senate) see what we can do in persuading both the labour and federal government in looking at between 75,000 to 90,000.
He said the figure represents the current inflation in the country and as such, the labour should consider it.

The former Abia governor said if the situation is allowed to continue the way it’s, the one week postponement, won’t serve anybody’s interest and the country might be back to disruption of power supply.

“….shutting down the national grid, Mr. President isn’t an easy job. That might take another 3 days to come back to full operation.

“Everybody must step up today, if it means suspending the plenary for the leadership of the senate to meet with the labour leaders and the federal government, so be it.

He said that the senate shouldn’t watch and things will degenerate

 

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Tanzanian Crooner Juma Jux Pens Heartfelt Tribute to Wife Priscilla Ojo on Her 24th Birthday

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Tanzanian music sensation Juma Jux is showering his wife, social media influencer Priscilla Ojo, with love and adoration as she celebrates her 24th birthday. Taking to Instagram, the singer shared a touching video montage of Priscilla, expressing his profound gratitude and devotion.

In a heartfelt caption, Juma Jux revealed that Priscilla’s presence in his life has brought immense joy and clarity. He confessed that he couldn’t imagine trading their love for anything in the world. The singer also offered heartfelt prayers for his wife’s future, wishing her a lifetime of happiness, good health, peace, and love.

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Adorable Footage of Nollywood Star Nkubi Guiding His Toddler’s First Steps Warms Hearts

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Nollywood actor, comedian, and radio host Victor Udochukwu Nwaogu, famously known as Nkubi, has stolen hearts on social media with a poignant video featuring his one-year-old daughter. The doting father shared a heartwarming clip capturing the tender moment he taught his little one how to take her first steps.

In the endearing video, Nkubi is seen gently grasping his daughter’s hands, carefully guiding her through the process. Adding a touch of humor, the comedian included a playful voiceover, lightheartedly narrating his daughter’s reactions to his encouragement.

Nkubi, who has been sharing delightful photos of his family on social media, revealed his daughter’s name as Soromtochukwu. The lovely post has garnered widespread acclaim, with fans and followers celebrating the beautiful father-daughter bonding moment.

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Security operatives in Borno governor’s convoy intercept Boko Haram attack

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Security personnel attached to the convoy of Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, intercepted a Boko Haram operation along the Damaturu–Biu road in Yobe State, rescuing several abducted travellers and recovering weapons abandoned by the insurgents.

The attack occurred near Gujba town around 4:48 p.m. on Monday as the governor’s convoy was returning from Biu, where Zulum had earlier commissioned projects in Biu and Hawul Local Government Areas. The governor had left the convoy earlier for an urgent engagement in Maiduguri, leaving top government officials to lead the team back to the state capital.

According to eyewitnesses, the insurgents had barricaded the highway, seizing vehicles and forcing passengers to lie face down before the intervention of security operatives. One of the rescued victims, Malum Ari, recounted his ordeal, stating that the terrorists took his car key and held the passengers hostage.

“They collected the car key and asked the passengers to lie on the ground with their faces down. Luckily enough, they sighted the convoy, which greeted them with heavy fire, forcing them to retreat,” Ari said.

He described the attackers as more than 20 armed men, some of whom panicked and fled upon seeing the security convoy. One militant reportedly fell twice before managing to escape on a motorcycle.

A passenger expressed frustration over the increasing frequency of attacks.

“They always block the road in broad daylight,” he lamented.

The incident comes just days after Boko Haram militants raided Gujba town, killing a 32-year-old vigilante, Modu Bulama, and burning down shops and homes.

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