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The President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, has been arrested by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS). The NLC president was arrested on Monday morning at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, on his way to the United Kingdom for an official assignment, according to Punch. State reporters understands Ajaero was billed to attend the Trade Union Congress conference in London, which begins today. Details later…
The Nigerian Army says that voluntary retirement and discharge of personnel is routine and in line with laid down procedures as contained in the Harmonised Terms and Conditions of Service (Officers/Soldiers) alike. Army Spokesman, Nwachukwu faulted the recent publication by some media platforms, alleging mass resignation of soldiers over corruption, low morale and the like. He said the publication was not only misleading but also a deliberate attempt to sow the seeds of disaffection and acrimony, as well as denigrate the patriotic service of personnel and the reputation of the Nigerian army. According to him, it is crucial to…
Abdelmadjid Tebboune has been declared the winner of Algeria’s presidential election held on Saturday, securing a landslide victory with over 90% of the votes. Mohamed Charfi, head of the Algerian electoral commission, announced the results at a press conference on Sunday. He reported that Tebboune, the incumbent president, received 94.65% of the total votes. “Of 5,630,000 voters recorded, 5,320,000 voted for the independent candidate Abdelmadjid Tebboune, accounting for 94.65 percent,” Charfi said. The electoral body emphasized that efforts were made to ensure transparency and fair competition during the election. The total voter turnout was reported at 48%. Abdelaali Hassani Cherif…
Former captain of the Super Eagles of Nigeria, John Mikel Obi, has revealed some details on why the much-anticipated move of Victor Osimhen to Chelsea didn’t materialize during the last transfer window. Speaking on his podcast, Obi revealed that the failed move was not due to the greed of the Super Eagles striker. Obi, while emphasizing his involvement in the attempt to get Osimhen to Chelsea during the last transfer window, said the deal was very close, but it fell apart at the last minute because of some “slight issues.” The former Eagles midfielder, however said it wasn’t because of…
Finance Minister and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has dismissed rumours of a potential hike in the Value-Added Tax (VAT) rate from 7.5% to 10%. In a statement released Monday, Edun clarified that the VAT rate is still firmly set at 7.5%, as outlined in Nigeria’s tax laws. “The current VAT rate is 7.5% and this is what the government is charging on a spectrum of goods and services to which the tax is applicable. Therefore, neither the Federal Government nor any of its agencies will act contrary to what our laws stipulate,” Edun affirmed. He elaborated on…
The Department of State Services (DSS) has granted bail to Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) President, Joe Ajaero, allowing him to be released from custody. State reporters recalls that operatives of the DSS had on Monday morning arrested Ajaero at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport on his way to the United Kingdom. The NLC leader was scheduled to attend a conference of the Trade Union Congress (TUC) in the UK. Following Ajaero’s arrest, the NLC summoned an emergency meeting of its National Administrative Council (NAC) to discuss the arrest and chart a course of action. At the end of the meeting,…
Nigeria is faced with a growing storm as DNA paternity tests continue to uncover an alarming rate of deception. Once confined to whispers and suspicions, the shocking reality of paternity fraud is now tearing homes apart, with men discovering that the children they have loved and raised are not biologically theirs. Victor Ayeni writes that the ripple effects are devastating—emotional betrayals, broken identities, and families plunged into chaos as the spotlight is cast on issues of fidelity, secrecy, and the fragile nature of family bonds In 2023, it felt like a jaw-dropping scene from a Nollywood blockbuster when Olanrewaju Kolawole…
The Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia, through its Centre for Continuing Professional Education, Faculty of Philology, has completed a transformative six-month professional training programme across Nigeria and Ghana. The programme which impacted over 1,500 participants, was held in two phases, from January to March 2024, focusing on key areas such as academic writing, research publication, and entrepreneurial journalism, among others. This was disclosed in a statement made available to Statereporters Online on Sunday. Led by the project leader, Dr. Muhammad Mustapha, alongside esteemed scholars from both the RUDN University and partner institutions, the programme spanned multiple cities including Kaduna, Kwara,…
Ace Nigerian actress Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, popularly known as Omosexy, has opened up about the reasons behind her intermittent breaks from the Nollywood film industry. In a recent social media post, the 46-year-old star revealed that her periodic hiatuses are intentional, allowing her time to relax, reflect, and recharge after long stints of work. Addressing the curiosity of her fans, Omotola explained, “I know many don’t understand why I step away from movies for a few years and then come back again!” She added, “I’ve seen fans asking when I’ll return to the screen, but when you’ve been working since 15…
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to reverse the recent petrol price hike by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). SERAP also urged Tinubu to investigate alleged corruption and mismanagement within the NNPCL. The organization stated that the price hike is unconstitutional and unfair to citizens facing economic hardships. They emphasized the need for transparency and accountability in the oil sector to prevent future price increases.