The Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission, RMAFC, had reportedly proposed a salary review for the President, Vice President, governors, and other top officials. But the ADC described the move as “tone-deaf” and insensitive to the economic realities facing citizens. In a statement by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, said the proposal […]
RMAFC Chairman Mohammed Shehu disclosed that the President currently earns N1.5 million monthly, while ministers receive less than N1 million, figures unchanged since 2008. Shehu described the current pay as unrealistic, especially when some heads of agencies reportedly earn significantly more than top government officials. “You cannot pay a minister less than N1 million and […]
In an announcement via its official X handle, INEC revealed that eligible Nigerians can now begin their registration online through the portal www.cvr.inecnigeria.org. This phase precedes the physical registration exercise, which will soon follow. According to the commission, in-person registration will be available at all 37 state offices and the 774 local government area (LGA) […]
The NLC recently accused the government of diverting 40% of workers’ compensation contributions to the national treasury funds meant to provide financial support to employees affected by workplace injuries, illness, or death. The union demanded an immediate refund and full reconstitution of the National Pension Commission (PenCom) board, warning of possible nationwide strike action. NSITF […]
Announcing the results of the Zaria Kewaye constituency on Sunday morning, the Returning Officer, Prof. Balarabe Abdullahi, declared APC candidate Isa Haruna Ihamo winner with 26,613 votes. His closest challenger, the Social Democratic Party, SDP, candidate, Nuhu Sada Abdullahi, polled 5,721 votes, while the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, candidate, Mamuda Abdullahi Wappa, came third with […]
Reports indicates that four polling agents working for the All Progressives Congress, APC, candidate, Azuka Okwuosa, were allegedly arrested and taken away by the Chairman of Ekwusigo Local Government Area with the support of a community leader in Ozubulu. The incident sparked protests from local youths, who accused the All Progressives Grand Alliance APGA-led government […]
Raising the issue under urgent public importance, Theodore Maiyaki, who represents Qua’an-Pan South and chairs the House Committee on Education, Science, and Technology, argued that the move would disrupt economic activities, cause job losses, and undermine the agency’s historic presence in Jos. The Assembly, presided over by Speaker Naanlong Daniel, unanimously passed a resolution opposing […]
Usman made the announcement in Jalingo, indicating that the move would give him a platform to pursue his political ambition ahead of the 2026/2027 elections. He expressed gratitude to his supporters across Southern Taraba, the state, and the diaspora for standing by him since his departure from the APC. According to him,“Your support is evidence […]
According to a statement by National Commissioner Sam Olumekun, the court ruled in favour of the SDP in a suit challenging their exclusion due to the party’s failure to submit a valid notice for primaries, which meant their primaries were not monitored by INEC. In compliance with the court’s directive, INEC has accepted and published […]
Speaking at a campaign rally, Governor Yusuf highlighted his administration’s achievements in education, healthcare, and youth and women empowerment. He noted the construction of classrooms, sponsorship of students for local and international studies, and the empowerment of thousands of women with ₦50,000 monthly start-up capital. “In just two years, we’ve significantly improved lives across these […]