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Month: August 2023

Highest minimum wage in Africa by countries in 2023

Are you exploring job opportunities? this list provides valuable insights into the African countries with the highest minimum wages. If you’re considering working in Africa or simply curious about labor standards across the continent, knowing which countries offer the highest minimum wages can be quite enlightening. Here’s a rundown of the African countries that boast…

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Imo PDP chieftain accuses Uzodinma of destroying his businesses

Ikeokwu says his properties are being targeted because he is a member of the opposition party. A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party in Imo State, Evangelist Mike Ikeokwu has accused the state governor, Hope Uzodinma of targeting his businesses and properties for demolition. Ikeokwu cried out after a part of the All Seasons Hotel…

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Aviation union suspends plans to embark on strike as NCAA intervene

NAN reports that NUATE had, in a circular issued on Aug. 15, said aviation security workers would embark on an indefinite nationwide strike over poor wages. Aviation workers under the umbrella of the National Union of Air Transport Employees (NUATE) has suspended its plans to embark on strike by Aug. 16. Mr Ocheme Oba, General…

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Is black soap good or bad for the skin?

Many black soaps are marketed as being the cure for a variety of skin diseases. How true is this? In Osun and Oyo states, Western Nigeria, a study was carried out by Igbeneghu OA to evaluate the antibacterial qualities of 20 different herbal soap brands. The soaps were gotten from herb vendors and shops in…

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Handling Niger’s coup imbroglio, manifestation of Tinubu’s boldness – Prof. Abubakre

Abubakre urged analysts and observers including members of the opposition parties not to confuse the strategy of Tinubu on Niger coup imbroglio but to see it as taking the right step at the right time. Prof. Razaq Abubakre, former Vice Chancellor, Al – Hikmah University, Ilorin says President Tinubu’s handling of the coup in Niger…

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UNICAL V-C seeks more police collaboration on campus security

Vice-chancellor expressed that the security partnership that existed between the University and the State Police Command had been vibrant, fruitful, and rewarding, but she would like it taken to a higher level. Prof. Florence Obi, Vice Chancellor, University of Calabar (UNICAL), has appealed to the Cross River Police Command for more collaboration for effective policing…

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FG moves to offload stakes in NNPC, 19 other state-run firms to raise funds

The development may be a result of the report submitted by the Policy Advisory Council in a move to overhaul the country’s moribund economy. The Nigerian government is set to sell off its stakes in major state-run entities in its resolve to raise funds to ease governance. According to Bloomberg, this update was disclosed by…

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‘A patriot and true nationalist’ – Gov. Bago celebrates IBB as he turns 82

Gov. Bago also prayed to God for more sound and good health to the former military president. Gov. Mohammed Umaru Bago of Niger has described the former Military President, Gen. Ibrahim Babangida as a patriot and nationalist as he turns 82. This is contained in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Bologi Ibrahim…

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Top 10 African countries with the highest inflation rate, mid-way into 2023

Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 African countries with the highest inflation rate, mid-way into 2023 This list is courtesy of Trading Economics, a data platform adept at keeping track of global inflation and interest rates of every country.Zimbabwe has the highest inflation rate as well as its interest rate. Inflation, the relentless rise in…

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Kaduna IRS arrests 6-man gang of illegal tax collectors

KADIRS Head of Corporate Communication stated that the suspects were caught red-handed while allegedly collecting cash from unsuspecting individuals, describing the act as “unlawful” The Enforcement Team of the Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service (KADIRS), in collaboration with the Nigerian Police has arrested a six-man gang of illegal tax collectors in the state. KADIRS Head…

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