NLC Directs Affiliate Unions to Escort President Ajaero to Police Over Alleged Terrorism Financing
Abuja—The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has instructed leaders of its 54 affiliate unions to accompany its President, Joe Ajaero, to the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) today. This follows allegations of terrorism financing and other infractions against Ajaero. The directive was issued in a circular by NLC General Secretary, Emmanuel Ugboaja, and was copied to all affiliate unions, state chapters, and national officers.
Federal Government, ASUU to Resume Talks on September 6 to Address Key Demands
Abuja—The Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) have agreed to resume negotiations on September 6 to resolve outstanding issues related to the university teachers’ demands. Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, announced the development after a closed-door meeting with ASUU leadership, led by its President, Prof. Emmanuel Osodeke.
President Tinubu to Submit Reworked Whistleblowing Bill to National Assembly
Abuja—President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to submit a revised Whistleblowing Bill to the National Assembly for legislative review, according to Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun. The Federal Government has reportedly recovered over N83 billion, $609 million, and 5.5 million euros since the whistleblowing policy’s inception in 2017.
NCC Sets September 14, 2024 Deadline for SIM-NIN Linkage
Abuja—The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has mandated all Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) to complete the verification and linkage of SIMs to National Identification Numbers (NINs) by September 14, 2024. This directive was confirmed in a statement by Mr. Reuben Muoka, NCC’s Director of Public Affairs, on Wednesday.
Flooding Kills 179, Displaces Over 200,000 Across 22 States in 2024, Says NEMA
Abuja—The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has reported that 179 people have died and 208,655 others have been displaced due to flooding in 22 states this year. NEMA’s 2024 Flood Updates, released on Wednesday, also revealed that 107,652 hectares of farmland and 80,049 houses were destroyed.
IMN Accuses Police of Killing Four Members During Abuja Clash
Abuja—Members of the proscribed Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN), also known as Shiites, have accused the police of killing four of their members during a clash last Sunday around Wuse Market in Abuja. IMN’s Secretary of Academic Forum, Ibrahim Abdullahi Musa, stated that the police took the bodies away and denied claims that IMN members killed a police officer.
Two Dead After Trucks Collide on Sagamu-Benin Expressway
Ogun State—Two people lost their lives on Tuesday in a collision between two trucks on the Sagamu-Benin Expressway in Ogun State. A traffic official revealed on Wednesday that one of the trucks was driving against traffic at high speed, leading to the fatal collision.
Lagos Police Rescue Abducted 25-Year-Old Man, Arrest Three Suspects
Lagos—The Lagos State Police Command has rescued a 25-year-old man who was abducted on Tuesday in the Oke Moro, Ishashi area. Three suspects, identified as Edem Chucks, Oluwatobi Adeniji, and Emmanuel Ebere, have been arrested in connection with the crime, according to a report on Wednesday.
NSCDC Investigates Abduction of 5-Month-Old Baby in Osun State
Osun State—The Osun State Command of the National Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has launched an investigation into the abduction of a five-month-old baby on a farm in Agbeye town. The child was reportedly taken while the mother was gathering firewood nearby, the security agency said on Wednesday.
Sixteen Burnt to Death in Auto Crash on Ore-Ondo Highway
Ondo State—Sixteen people were burnt to death in an auto crash at Ajue community, along the Ore-Ondo highway in Ondo State. Reports on Wednesday indicated that three other individuals were seriously injured, while two others escaped unhurt in the tragic incident.
