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₦70,000 Minimum Wage: Abia, Delta, Osun Other State Governors Reveal Stance

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implement ₦70000 Minimum Wage

Despite a federal agreement on a new ₦70,000 minimum wage, many states are hesitant to commit, citing the need for further consultations and financial assessments. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in spite of the recent agreement between the Federal Government, Labour, and the Organised Private Sector (OPS) to set the new minimum wage at ₦70,000, many states … Read more

Fresh Details Emerge On Jnr Pope Boat Tragedy 3 Months After His Death

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Jnr Pope Boat Tragedy

New findings reveal that Nollywood actor Junior Pope had no access to a life jacket during the fatal boat incident on April 10, countering claims that he declined one. EKO HOT BLOG reports that new findings reveal that Nollywood actor John Paul Odonwodo, popularly known as Junior Pope, did not have access to a life jacket … Read more

Reps Demand Justification For Cement Price Hike From Dangote, Lafarge

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Reps Bill Free Internet

Reps investigating cement price hikes has requested major producers to provide production cost documents and data to justify current prices. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the joint committee of the House of Representatives investigating the arbitrary rise in cement prices has asked major producers to submit documents on production costs to justify the market prices. The … Read more

NLC Reveals Final Decision On ₦70,000 Minimum Wage After NEC Meeting

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Independence NLC President

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has accepted the ₦70,000 new minimum wage proposed by the federal government to avoid a potential hike in petrol prices. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has fully accepted the ₦70,000 new minimum wage proposed by the federal government during a meeting with President Bola Tinubu on … Read more

FG Fines Meta $220 Million Over Data Privacy Breaches

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FG Fines Meta $220 Million

FG has fined Meta $220 million for data privacy breaches, citing unauthorized data transfers and discriminatory practices.

EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration has imposed a $220 million fine on Meta, the parent company of Facebook, WhatsApp, and Instagram, over alleged data privacy breaches.

In a press release dated Friday, July 19, the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) announced that the fine aligns with the provisions of the FCCPA 2018 and the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection (Administrative Penalties) Regulations 2020 (APR).

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Acting Chief Executive Officer of the FCCPC, Adamu Abdullahi, stated that the commission found Meta guilty of infringing upon the rights of Nigerian data subjects. Meta allegedly denied users the ability to self-determine the unauthorized transfer and sharing of their data and violated cross-border storage regulations.

Meta was also found guilty of engaging in discrimination and disparate treatment, abuse of dominance, and violations of tying and bundling.

“On May 2021, the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (Commission) based on available evidence and sufficient probable cause, issued an Order and Notice to Show Cause (ONSC) to WhatsApp LLC and Meta Platforms, Inc. (formerly Facebook Inc.),” the FCCPC stated.

FG Fines Meta $220 Million
FG Fines Meta $220 Million

The FCCPC’s report found that Meta violated provisions of the FCCPA and the NDPR (which was in force before the enactment of the NDPA, 2023). The commission has given Meta an opportunity to show reasonable cause why the imposed orders should not be enforced.

“Between May 2021 and December 2023, and over this period of 38 months, a joint investigation by the Commission, and the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) into Meta Parties conduct, privacy policies, the operation thereof, and Meta Parties practices have evolved.

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“Meta Parties have provided some information/evidence that is in part responsive to document requests and summons under the joint investigation.

“Meta Parties by themselves, and retained counsels have also repeatedly engaged with, and met with investigators and analysts from the Commission, and the NDPC, including as recently as April 4, 2024.

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How Nigerian Universities Give Admission To 10-Year-Olds – JAMB Reveals

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Universities Admission 10-Year-Olds

JAMB Registrar Professor Ishaq Oloyede revealed that some Nigerian universities are admitting underage students as young as 10, disregarding the legal age limit of 18.

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the the Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Professor Ishaq Oloyede, has exposed a significant scandal involving the admission of underage candidates to tertiary institutions in Nigeria.

During a policy meeting of JAMB in Abuja, Professor Oloyede disclosed that certain universities have been admitting students as young as 10 years old, disregarding the legal age limit of 18.

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He highlighted examples of universities, including the University of Lagos (UNILAG) and Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), which have established a minimum age requirement of 16 years for admission. However, some institutions have been found to admit much younger students.

Oloyede recounted an incident where a candidate applied for a master’s degree at a university in Germany, only to reveal that they had graduated from a Nigerian university at the age of 15. He stated, “Whereas 18 years is the issue, UNILAG and OAU will not accept anybody who is not 16. Some of you will admit even 10-year-olds. Look at this case of underage admission: a candidate applied for a master’s degree at a university in Germany. She then applied for the Erasmus Scholarship programme, which is an EU program, revealing her to have graduated from a Nigerian university at just 15 years old.”

This revelation raises concerns about adherence to admission regulations and the potential impact on the quality of education and the overall academic environment in Nigerian universities.

“The country found it strange that a candidate was born in 2007 and on her passport, she started university when she was 12 years. The selection committee contacted Nigeria to confirm indeed if the candidate studied at the university and graduated at the age of 15 in Nigeria,” Oloyede disclosed.

Universities Admission 10-Year-Olds
Universities Admission 10-Year-Olds

The JAMB registrar added: “The EU was asking us whether this is possible at that young age. And you know the implication? I can bet it with you in the next two to three years, they will tighten the issue. Graduates of Nigerian universities will have to suffer one humiliation or the other.

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“We found that (JAMB) never admitted the candidate because she was underage. The university admitted and registered the candidate. I couldn’t respond to the EU because I was embarrassed. I didn’t know what to write.

“Ignorantly, the vice-chancellor confirmed that the student attended the school but that they weren’t the VC at that time.”

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Details Of High-Level Meeting Between Tinubu, Security Chiefs Emerge

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Tinubu Security Chiefs Emerge

President Bola Tinubu met with security chiefs, expressing satisfaction with their reports and urging greater collaboration to further reduce crime. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu held a high-level meeting with the nation’s security chiefs on Friday at the State House in Abuja. This online media platform reports that the meeting was attended by … Read more

Shettima Reveals Plan To Bring 30 Million Unbanked Nigerians Into Financial System

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Shettima 30 Million Unbanked

Nigeria plans to integrate 30 million unbanked citizens into the formal financial sector as part of President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has announced the federal government’s initiative to integrate 30 million unbanked Nigerians into the formal financial sector. This move aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s goal … Read more

REVEALED: How Governors Stopped Approval Of ₦100,000 Minimum Wage

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NLC Fuel Price Wage

Lagos NLC Chair Funmi Sessi alleges that the Governors’ Forum pressured President Bola Tinubu to approve a ₦70,000 minimum wage instead of the proposed ₦100,000. the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Lagos Council, has expressed concerns over the newly approved national minimum wage of ₦70,000 for civil servants, calling it unsustainable for workers in Lagos. The … Read more

We Are Yet To Receive 20 Trucks Of Rice From FG – Lagos, Borno

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Trucks Rice FG Lagos Borno

Lagos and Borno state officials confirm they have not yet received the 20 truckloads of rice promised by the federal government for distribution to vulnerable citizens. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Lagos State Commissioner for Agriculture, Bisola Olusayan, and Borno State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) Director-General, Muhammad Saidu, confirmed on Thursday that their states have not … Read more

‘Opt For Dialogue’ – FG To Organizers Of ‘Hunger Protest’

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Hunger Protest

  EKO HOT BLOG reports that amid ongoing efforts to tackle the country’s economic, social, and political challenges, the National Orientation Agency (NOA) has urged the organizers of the proposed nationwide protests to engage in dialogue rather than resorting to disorder. In a statement issued by Paul Odenyi, Deputy Director of Press, the NOA revealed that … Read more

The Promise Of ₦80,000 Minimum Wage Is A Tall Tale- Fubara Debunks Reports

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Rivers ₦85000 Minimum Wage

Governor Siminalayi Fubara denies reports of a proposed ₦80,000 minimum wage for state and local government workers, calling them unverified and baseless. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has strongly denied reports suggesting that he proposed a new minimum wage of ₦80,000 for workers in the state and local government areas. This … Read more

Reconsider Re-Election Bid – Obama To Biden

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Re-Election Bid Obama Biden

Obama suggests Biden reconsider his candidacy due to a diminished path to victory, while Biden, isolating with COVID-19, insists on staying in the race. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Former US President, Barack Obama has reportedly advised President Joe Biden to reconsider his bid for re-election. According to the Washington Post, Obama believes Biden’s path to … Read more

Gov. Zulum’s Son Denies Involvement In India Murder Case

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Zulum's Son India Murder Case

Umara Zulum denies allegations of involvement in a murder case in India, supported by a Borno State government statement refuting his arrest. EKO HOT BLOG reports that  Umara, the son of Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum, has denied allegations of involvement in a murder case in India. This denial follows an earlier refutation by the Borno … Read more

Pay Withheld Salaries Of SSANU, NASU – NLC Urges FG

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Independence NLC President

NLC urges the Federal Government to pay withheld salaries of SSANU and NASU, condemns police use of excessive force at a peaceful protest in Abuja. Eko Hot Blog reports that the the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has urged the Federal Government to pay the withheld salaries of the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) … Read more

Nigerian Correctional Service Reveals Identities Of Suleja Prison Escapees

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Suleja Prison Escapees

NCoS releases images and names of over 180 inmates who escaped from Suleja prison due to a perimeter wall collapse after heavy rain. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has revealed the identities of those who escaped from the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Suleja, Niger State. This online media platform … Read more

JUST IN: FG Reverses Ban On Under-18 Admission Seekers For 2024

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Ban on Under-18 Admission Seekers

The Nigerian government reversed the ban on admission seekers under 18 years old EKO HOT BLOG reports that the ban on admission seekers under 18 years old into tertiary institutions, announced by Minister of Education Tahir Mamman, has been reversed. The reversal followed strong protests by Vice Chancellors and other stakeholders on Thursday at the 2024 … Read more

Reps Probe Alleged Collusion Against Dangote Refinery Over Crude Oil Supply Withholding

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29 Million Barrels NUPRC Dangote Refinery

Reps Probe Alleged Collusion Against Dangote Refinery Over Crude Oil Supply Withholding House of Representatives is investigating claims of crude oil supply obstruction to Dangote Refinery by NUPRC and IOCs. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the House of Representatives has initiated an investigation into claims that the Nigeria Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and International Oil … Read more

FG Bans Admission Of Students Under 18 To Tertiary Institutions

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Ban on Under-18 Admission Seekers

Education Minister Professor Tahir Mamman announced that Students Under 18  will no longer be admitted to tertiary institutions.  EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of Education, Professor Tahir Mamman, has announced that candidates below the age of 18 will no longer be granted admission to tertiary institutions in Nigeria. He made this statement on Thursday … Read more

Nigeria Records 22 Building Collapses, 33 Deaths In 7 Months – Reports

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Lagos Demolition Distressed Buildings

COREN reports 22 building collapses in Nigeria from January to July 2024, with Lagos leading incidents. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) reported that Nigeria experienced 22 building collapses from January to July 2024, resulting in 33 deaths. COREN President Sadiq Abubakar announced these statistics at a … Read more

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