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Labour Demands N70,000 Minimum Wage, Issues Three-Week Ultimatum to Nasarawa Governor

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The organized labour in Nasarawa State has issued a three-week ultimatum to Governor Abdullahi Sule, demanding the prompt implementation of the newly approved N70,000 minimum wage for state workers.

This ultimatum also includes a call for the settlement of a substantial backlog of workers’ entitlements, which currently stands at around N250 million.

Ismaila Okoh, the Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in Nasarawa State, presented the ultimatum during a press conference held in Lafia, the state capital, on Thursday.

This development follows an emergency meeting convened between labour leaders and the state’s workforce.

Okoh emphasized that the Nasarawa State government has until the end of August to commence payment of the new national minimum wage and to clear the outstanding workers’ entitlements.

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He warned that if these demands are not met, the state could face an indefinite strike, which would disrupt essential services.

He highlighted that civil servants in Nasarawa State have made significant contributions towards the state’s development and urged the government to act quickly to improve the welfare of its workers.

In response to the ultimatum, Abigail Waya, the Head of Civil Service for Nasarawa State, acknowledged that while the government has not yet finalized the plans for the new minimum wage implementation, there is a commitment from the state government to address workers’ welfare issues.


 

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Florida Mother Arrested for Allegedly Drowning 14-Year-Old Daughter

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A 14-year-old girl, Giselle Glover, tragically lost her life after her mother, Kelsey Glover, 35, allegedly held her head underwater in a bathtub.

Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez stated that deputies responded to an “armed disturbance” at the Poinciana home on Wednesday, November 20. Upon arrival, officers found Glover attempting to attack witnesses with a hammer after the incident.

Despite attempts to save Giselle, she was found unresponsive and pronounced dead at the hospital. Witnesses reported that they tried to intervene but were unsuccessful in stopping the attack.

Glover, who is being held without bail, faces charges of aggravated assault and battery, with additional charges pending. Authorities are investigating her motives, as she has been uncooperative so far.

Officials confirmed a prior domestic issue involving Glover, where she allegedly attacked her daughter’s father.

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IPOB Disowns Simon Ekpa Due to His Arrest And Calls for Focus on Biafra Struggle

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The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) have urged their members to stay focused on their mission to achieve an independent Biafran state and remain calm amidst the arrest of Simon Ekpa, who describes himself as the Prime Minister of Biafra in Exile.

In a strong condemnation of Ekpa’s actions, IPOB emphasized that every crime has its consequences.

Emma Powerful, the group’s spokesperson, clarified that Simon Ekpa is not, and has never been, a member of IPOB. He accused Ekpa of using violence to destabilize the South-East region since 2021.

In a detailed statement, Powerful said, “Simon Ekpa has no affiliation with the global IPOB family or its leadership.

Despite false narratives claiming otherwise, he has never been registered as a member in Finland or any other part of the world.”

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Powerful reiterated that IPOB, under the leadership of Nnamdi Kanu, has consistently pursued a peaceful path toward achieving Biafra’s independence.

“Mazi Nnamdi Kanu founded IPOB as a non-violent movement dedicated to self-determination through a United Nations-supervised referendum.

Despite repeated provocations and violent crackdowns by the Nigerian government, we have remained steadfast in our peaceful approach for over two decades,” he explained.

Ekpa, however, has been accused of exploiting the Biafran cause for personal gain.

“Many innocent Biafrans, driven by their passion for the Biafran struggle, initially believed in Simon Ekpa’s rhetoric.

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Unfortunately, they later realized he was a destructive force, funded to undermine IPOB’s efforts.

He has recruited violent criminals under the guise of fighting for Biafra and formed the so-called Biafra Liberation Army, which has carried out atrocities in the Eastern region,” Powerful added.

Ekpa, who leads the self-proclaimed Biafra Government in Exile (BGIE), has been linked to violent activities that have harmed civilians.

Powerful accused both the Nigerian and Finnish governments of protecting Ekpa from accountability for his alleged crimes. Despite this, IPOB expressed confidence that justice would prevail.

The statement ended with a call for unity and focus: “We urge all IPOB members, Biafrans, and supporters of our cause to remain calm.

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Our objective remains the same—to restore Biafra’s sovereignty through peaceful means.

No amount of sabotage can deter us from this goal.”


 

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Singer-Comedian Nasboi Criticizes Nigeria’s Internet Space: ‘The Devil Has Done So Much’

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Popular singer and comedian Nasboi has expressed his concerns about the state of Nigeria’s internet space, claiming it has been heavily influenced by negative forces.

In a cryptic post shared online, Nasboi wrote, “Devil has done so much in Nigeria internet space lately.”

While the entertainer did not elaborate further, his statement has sparked conversations, with many speculating he might be referring to the rise of online negativity, cyberbullying, or other troubling trends on social media platforms in the country.

Nasboi, known for blending humor with thought-provoking commentary, continues to engage his audience on and off the stage. Fans await further clarification on his recent remarks.

 

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