Why Candidate Who Needs Interpreter Can’t Be Edo Gov – Shaibu
Philip Shaibu, a former deputy governor of Edo State, emphasized the importance of a governorship candidate being fluent in the Edo dialect to effectively govern the state. He expressed that only a "homeboy" who can speak the local language fluently qualifies to lead. Shaibu criticized candidates relying on interpreters, suggesting they lack the essential connection to the people. Although not naming anyone specifically, his remarks followed controversies surrounding Asue Ighodalo, a PDP governorship candidate, who used an interpreter during a meeting with locals. Meanwhile, Dan Orbih, the party's National Vice Chairman for the South-South Zone, voiced dissatisfaction with the party's internal issues and the re-election of Governor Godwin Obaseki.
May Day: NLC Rejects 35% Pay Rise, Insists On Living Wage
The federal government approved a pay increase ranging from 25% to 35% for civil servants across various salary structures, effective from January 1, 2024. This announcement coincided with the eve of May Day, a global celebration of the working class. The pay rise was announced ahead of the report submission by a tripartite committee on the national minimum wage. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) dismissed the announcement as insufficient, emphasizing the need for a living wage. Meanwhile, states are awaiting federal decisions on the new minimum wage before implementing changes locally. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar criticized the government's treatment of workers, highlighting ongoing economic challenges faced by Nigerians.
May Day: Why workers want N615,000 minimum wage – Organized Labour
Organized Labour in Nigeria is advocating for a minimum wage of N615,000, citing various factors that justify this proposal. The President of Trade Union, Festus Osifo, emphasized that the amount was determined through careful negotiation and consideration of fairness and reasonableness. The organized labour is awaiting the federal government's response to begin formal negotiations.
Coastal highway: What we built in six years was demolished in six hours – Landmark
Landmark Beach on Victoria Island, Lagos, underwent partial demolition to make way for the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, Nigeria’s major infrastructure project. Despite concerns about job losses and livelihood impacts, the Minister of Works defended the demolition, citing the location on Federal Government Right-of-Way. Assurances were given that only 50 meters of shoreline and some shanties would be affected, with permanent structures left intact. Images revealed the removal of beachside structures, including cabanas and a club. Landmark Africa, the beach's parent company, expressed dismay at losing a $200 million investment but vowed to rebuild.