The Campaign for Democratic and Workers’ Rights (CDWR) has called on Organised Labour to mobilise for a nationwide strike concerning the minimum wage and recent electricity tariff increases. In a statement, the group’s National Publicity Secretary, Chinedu Bosah, urged the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress of …

By Funmi Ojo Speculations about the death of Nollywood legend Olu Jacobs been circulated on social media. However, his son has debunked these rumoyrs, affirming that the actor is alive and well. Soji, the eldest child of the renowned actor, informed reporters on Sunday that his 81-year-old father is still …

By Paulinus Nta, Akwa Ibom Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, and Anambra State Governor, Professor Charles Soludo, have congratulated Nigeria’s esteemed economist, Professor Akpan Ekpo, on his 70th birthday, retirement, and the convocation of his maiden valedictory lecture at the University of Uyo. The lecture, with the theme …

By Funmi Ojo Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has approved the coronation and presentation of staff of office to three traditional rulers in the state. In a release e-signed by the Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, and made available to NATIONAL TELESCOPE, the names of the traditional rulers …