NECO, UI, 22 Other MDAs Face 2025 Budget Exclusion for Failing to Account for Funds

Reps Push For 5% Levy On Petrol

The Public Accounts Committee of the House of Representatives has recommended excluding the National Examination Council, University of Ibadan, Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment,  21 other Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) from the 2025 budget. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this recommendation follows the repeated failure of these MDAs to provide accountability for previous … Read more

NLC Orders Strike Over States’ Failure to Implement New Minimum Wage

Telecom Tariff NLC Protest

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has instructed its members in states that have yet to implement the new minimum wage to initiate an indefinite strike starting December 1, 2024. This directive follows the NLC’s resolutions from its National Executive Council (NEC) meeting over the weekend. “The NEC expresses deep frustration over the persistent delays and … Read more

BREAKING: CAC Begins Clampdown on Unregistered PoS Businesses After Deadline Lapses

The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has announced the commencement of strict measures, including the potential shutdown of Point of Sales (PoS) businesses that have failed to register by the September 5 deadline. This was disclosed in a public notice released on Friday. The Commission expressed concerns over the low compliance with its registration directive and … Read more

Ogun State Revokes Licenses of 20 Private Orphanages for Regulatory Violations

The Ogun State Government has revoked the provisional licenses of 20 private orphanage owners in the state due to their failure to comply with regulations and laws designed to protect the well-being and safety of vulnerable children in their care. The state Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Adijat Adeleye, made the announcement on … Read more

Lagos Gets Tough: Stricter Penalties For Noise Violators

Lagos Gets Tough: Stricter Penalties For Noise Violators

Fresh Crackdown on Noise Pollution Intensifies Lagos Authorities Adopt Stringent Enforcement Tactics Errant Establishments Face Severe Consequences Eko Hot Blog reports that in an escalated effort to combat noise pollution, the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has implemented stringent new measures. This time, authorities are leaving no room for leniency towards establishments that flout … Read more