FG Confirms New Minimum Wage Payment Will Only Cover Two Months of Arrears

Workers Strike Minimum Wage

The Federal Government, through the National Salaries, Incomes, and Wages Commission (NSIWC), has announced that the payment of the new minimum wage will commence in July 2024. NSIWC Chairman, Ekpo Nta, made this statement during a press briefing on Tuesday in Abuja, clarifying that this timeline aligns with when the President approved the bill, following … Read more

698 Civil Servants To Benefit As Lagos Govt Plans Home Allocation Via Ballot System

698 Civil Servants

Lagos government plans to allocate homes to 698 civil servants through a ballot system. Commissioner for Housing, Mr. Moruf Akinderu-Fatai, announced the initiative during a press briefing. The government aims to ensure transparency in allocation. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State government has announced plans to allocate homes to 698 civil servants through a … Read more

Rivers Assembly Draws Line In Sand: Fubara Faces Impeachment Amid Constitutional Turmoil

Fubara Faces Impeachment

Rivers Assembly Draws Line In Sand: Fubara Faces Impeachment Amid Constitutional Turmoil Withdrew impeachment notice, but warns of reinstatement if violations persist. Criticizes PDP, reaffirms commitment to legislative duties amid political tensions. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Rivers State House of Assembly has accused Governor Siminalayi Fubara of dishonesty, threatening to resume impeachment proceedings if … Read more

Lift Ban On Sachet Alcohol, Reps Tell NAFDAC

Ban On Sachet Alchol

House of Representatives urges NAFDAC to lift ban on sachet alcohol and pet bottles. Chair of House Committee on NAFDAC, Mrs. Regina Akume, stresses call during Abuja press briefing. Previous House directive to lift ban issued on March 14, 2024, in response to industry protests over job losses and investment risks. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more

FG Budgets N160 Billion For Student Loan, Consumer Credit Scheme

Repays Student Loan

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government has said a total of N160 billion was budgeted for the Consumer Credit Scheme and implementation of the Student Loan Scheme in the 2024 budget. The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Atiku Bagudu, made the disclosure on Thursday at a press briefing in Abuja. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: … Read more

Barack, Michelle Obama To Unveil Official White House Portraits, Trump Shunned

White House Portraits

President Biden and First Lady Jill, welcome the Obamas to the White House for Portrait Unveiling White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre confirmed this development on Thursday during a press briefing EDITOR’S PICK : ‘Rise Up For Change’ – Peter Obi Charges Nigerians BBNaija: Rewards Tail Of House As Week 1 Nominations Twist Unfolds Top … Read more