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Nigeria’s labour union declares nationwide protest

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3 months ago

February 17, 2024

Worried by the unbearable hardship, insecurity and hunger Nigerians are currently going through as a result of government policies, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has declared a two-day nationwide protest from February 27 to February 28.

The president on the Union, Joe Ajaero, who announced the decision of the body during a news conference at the end of its National Executive Council (NEC) meeting on Friday in Abuja, said it had become imperative for organised labour to act as the situation was spiralling out of control.

Ajaero said that the NEC of the NLC met to discuss the state of the nation and the non implementation of various agreement reached with government, and unanimously noted its deep disappointment and condemned the action of the federal government in refusing to implement the agreements reached.

The NLC president said that there was need for urgent solution to address the continued suffering of the Nigerian people and workers.

“NEC in session follows its decisions that it stands to rectify the 14 days ultimatum issued to the federal government within which to implement the agreement, and address the mounting crisis of the survival of Nigerians,” Ajaero said while addressing journalists after the meeting.

“That the 14 days ultimatum notices expires on the midnight of February 22, that if on the expiration the Congress is not satisfied with government compliance with the conditions of the notice.

“Congress will be at liberty to take action that will compel government to implement the agreement.

“NEC in session declare a two day nationwide protest on February 27 and 28 to demonstrate outrage on the mounting hardship and insecurity across the nation.

“If our demands are not met after the nationwide protest, NEC will ensure to issue a seven day notice that will expire on March 2, to the federal government, after which an indefinite nationwide strike will commence.

“Nigerians workers and people are not interested in the empty talk but action,” he said, before calling on all NLC affiliates, state councils and civil societies to start mobilising across the nation for effect action for the protest.

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‘Rights must go with responsibilities,’ traditional leader cautions on use of social media

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9 hours ago

May 8, 2024

Akanimoh Etim

Mansa, Luapula Province: Annette Katema, the Head Woman of Chitumbi Village in Mansa District, voices concerns about the detrimental effects of irresponsible social media usage.

In a recent interview with Zambia Monitor, Katema argued that social media platforms were contributing to delinquency among the youth, particularly platforms like WhatsApp, TikTok, and Facebook.

“Children are being exposed to inappropriate content on WhatsApp, which is harmful to their upbringing. Social media platforms are fostering moral decay,” remarked Head Woman Chitumbi.

She stated that this trend undermined the cultural values that were essential for societal cohesion.

Katema expressed reservations about the prevalence of nudity and offensive language on social media, calling for stricter moderation.

She advocated for proactive measures to steer young people away from harmful online content, suggesting the revitalization of traditional recreational activities like playhouses and sports.

“Instead of solely relying on punitive measures, let’s invest in creating positive alternatives to counter the allure of social media,” Katema proposed.

She urged the youth to uphold traditional values alongside their digital rights, stating the importance of responsible behavior online.

“We should not lose respect in the name of digital rights because rights should go with responsibilities,” the traditional leader said.

This story is sponsored content from Zambia Monitor’s Project Aliyense.

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President Tinubu finally returns to Nigeria amid speculations over his absence

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13 hours ago

May 8, 2024

Akanimoh Etim

After spending the last two weeks out of Nigeria, President Bola Tinubu has finally returned to the country.

Tinubu, who returned to Nigeria on Wednesday morning, had departed the country two weeks ago, on April 23, for The Netherlands for a three-day official visit, honouring an invitation from the Dutch Prime Minister, Mark Rutte.

While in the European country, Tinubu participated in the Nigerian-Dutch Business and Investment Forum, which brought together heads of conglomerates and organisations in both countries.

After his engagements in The Netherlands, Tinubu, according to his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, proceeded to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to attend a World Economic Forum Special Meeting on Global Collaboration, Growth and Energy for Development which held between April 28–29.

However, after the summit, the president did not return to the country as he was said to have proceeded to London for a private visit which gave room to speculations over his health.

The Nigerian Presidency did not also help matters as there was no official statement on the President’s engagements, nor were they willing to douse the tension created by his absence, leading to Nigerians raising posers with the hashtag #WhereisTinubu.

In a tweet on Tuesday evening, the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, had revealed that Tinubu would be back in the country on Wednesday.

“President Bola Tinubu, along with his aides, will return to Nigeria tomorrow from Europe,” he had written.

The recent foreign trip was Tinubu’s 20th since assuming office on May 29, 2023, effectively logging 96 days abroad, which has made him one of Africa’s most globe-trotting leaders.

In his less than one year in office, President Tinubu has visited Paris, France (thrice); London, the United Kingdom (twice); Bissau, Guinea-Bissau (twice); Nairobi, Kenya; Porto Norvo, Benin Republic, New Delhi, India.

He has also taken a trip to Abu Dhabi and Dubai in the United Arab Emirates; New York, the United States of America; Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (twice); Berlin, Germany; Addis Ababa, Ethiopia; Dakar, Senegal; Doha, Qatar; and The Hague, The Netherlands.