Presidency Locks Comment Section Under President Buhari's Tweet, Nigerians React (Screenshots)
Nigerians on Twitter have been reacting to the decision of the presidency to lock the comment section of the Tweet above on the President's official Twitter handle.
IgbereTV reports that the president had tweeted about the commissioning of the standard gauge railway line from Itakpe to Warri via the steel town complex of Ajaokuta. However, the comment section of the tweets was locked, making it impossible for Nigerians to share their thoughts on the commissioning.
The reactions from Nigerians varied. While some were against the decision to lock the comment section, others pointed out that the presidency opted for the decision to lock the comment section because Nigerians have in recent times spammed the comment section of any of President Buhari's tweets with ''I follow back'', ''Please Follow back''.
Adamu Adamu, Minister of Education, has approved the reopening of unity schools across the country on October 11.
This was contained in a letter signed by the minister on Wednesday, in Lagos.
Mr Adamu said that the approval is for students in junior and senior secondary schools.
He said that the action is to enable students who have been at home since the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic to complete their academic session which will end in December.
The minister advised that COVID-19 protocols should be strictly observed in the schools to prevent its spread among students.
“However, schools that have not concluded their 2nd term examination should round off and commence 3rd term immediately which is expected to end in December,” he said.
Police Parade 7-Man Gang Of Hardened Robbers Terrorising Adamawa Communities (Photos)
IgbereTV reports that a seven-man gang of hardened armed robbers terrorising Girei, Ganye and Mayo-Belwa local government areas of the state have been arrested by the Adamawa State Police Command
Spokesperson of the command, DSP Suleiman Nguroje, who disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday, September 29, said that the suspects were arrested by police peratives attached to Girei, Ganye Divisions and the Special Anti Robbery Squad (SARS).
Nguroje said that the robbers attacked and robbed three commercial motor cyclists, inflicted upon them severe injuries and carted away their motorcycles.
"Investigation reveals that the dare-devil armed robbers, Kabiru Muhammed , 23, Idris SalisuI, 42, Friday Elkanai, 23, all residents of Wuro - Hausa ,Yola South,LG Lafiya in Lamurde LG and Dikong in Mayo-Belwa LG are members of Hunters Association and eventually betrayed the trust entrusted in them by members of the public,"
"Similarly, on the 27/9/2020 following a credible information, the gallant men of the command attached to special Anti Robbery Squard (SARS) arrested Sadiq Abdullahi, 20, Awal Bakari, 23, Aminu Gidado, 23, and Aliyu Abubakar, 25, all residents of Mayo Belwa local government and recovered two dane guns, four cutlasses, three knives, a set of military uniform and four pairs of dessert boots.'' the statement reads.
He said the command while ensuring that the victims get proper medical attention and their stolen motor cycles, enjoined residents to report any suspicious persons around their neighbourhoods to the nearest Police Division or report same through any of the Police Command Control/Emergency numbers: 08089671313, 08107364974, 08053872326.
The Senator representing Adamawa North Senatorial District, Senator Elisha Abbo, has congratulated Laycon for winning the 2020 Big Brother Naija, IgbereTV reports.
Senator Elisha stated that he knew Laycon would win because he had his support. He then called on Naira Marley and his fans - Marlians to party with him in celebration of Laycon's win. He added that he's shutting down Lagos to celebrate.
The video of Abbo congratulating Laycon comes after it was revealed that a court ordered him to pay 50 million Naira to Osimibibra Warmate, the woman he slapped in a intimacy gadget store last year.
"Spies Who Came To See Baby Jesus Brought Expensive Gifts" - Pastor Madubuko's Wife (Photo)
Emmy Kosgei, the Kenyan wife of Senior Pastor of the Revival Assembly Church Lagos, Anselm Madubuko, has advised people not to get carried away by certain smiles, friendships and assistance.
According to IgbereTV reports, the gospel musician said that some people use 'awesome dimensions' to get close to others in order to destroy them.
In the post shared on her social media accounts on Wednesday, she noted that even the spies who came to see baby Jesus brought expensive gifts.
She wrote:
"Don't be carried away by smiles, assistance, friendships .. some people use awesome dimensions just to get close to you then destroy you! Enemies sometimes are people close while loyal and genuine friends are sometimes friends a far! So don't be #emotional about #innercircles,don't be #deceived by great talk in your presence."
"May God give you spiritual soundness to pick them before they grow into trees .usiseme ati huyu ni chanda na Pete, ati namwachia hata kifunguu ya hao ati eeeeh confidant oooh ... sometimes akufaaye kwa dhiki si rafiki ata Judas was closest but alimuuza yesu kwa 30 Bob
"Hata spys who came to see baby Jesus brought expensive gifts to Him not out of love but curiosity "who is this king?""Spies who came to see baby Jesus brought expensive gifts" - Pastor Anselm Madubuko... Ukisikia ngweee huko nje usisirike look #inwards na ufanye #reshuffle haraka! Then make use of #delete #unfriend #unfollow .. bila emotions! polume iko sawa? #dontgetcarriedaway"
POLICE ARRESTED SIX (6) SUSPECTED RAPE AND UNNATURAL OFFENCE.
Un-natural Offence On 23/09/2020 about 1300hrs, one Usman Ahmed 'm' aged 46yrs of Unguwan Doya Gombe road Bauchi reported at 'A' Divisional Headquarters Bauchi that, on the same date at about 1100hrs, one Yusuf Yakubu 'm' aged 28yrs of Bayan Ganuwa Yakubu Wanka Gombe road Bauchi lured his son by name Salisu (not real name ) 'm' aged 13yrs to his house situated at Bayan Ganuwa area and forcefully had anal-sexual intercourse with him. On receipt of the report team of Policemen were drafted to the scene victim was taken to General Hospital Bauchi for medical treatment, all suspects arrested and confessed to the crime investigation is in progress after which suspect will be charge to court for prosecution.
Rape On the 22/09/2020 at about 1100hrs a team of Policemen drafted to Udubo village Gamawa L.G.A arrested the following suspects namely; (1) Sagir Ahmed ‘m’ aged 22yrs, (2) Muhammed Tukur ‘m’ aged 24yrs, (3) Haruna Baba Babayo 32yrs , (4) Musa Dahiru ‘m’ aged 30yrs and (5) Bappah Garba ‘m’ aged 24yrs all of Unguwar Baba and Unguwar Chadi Gamawa respectively, which have been raping one Hauwa (not real name) ‘f’ aged 14yrs of the same address at different times and occasion and given her N200, N500 respectively, when interrogated all the suspects confessed to the crime. While the victim was taken to General Hospital Gamawa for medical attention similarly, the said Sagir Ahmed mentioned above is one of the wanted suspect for the case of Rape. Investigation is in progress after which suspect will be charge to court for prosecution.
Finally, the Commissioner of Police Bauchi State Command CP Lawan Tanko Jimeta psc, call on the good people of Bauchi state to continue exercising their civic responsibility of pointing and giving vital information that may ease Police in its operations to stem the state of all vices of Rape/Crime and Criminality. DSP AHMED MOHAMMED WAKIL Police Public Relations Officer, For: Commissioner of Police, Bauchi State Command.
The white-themed party which was the last Saturday night party for the Big Brother Naija season 5 show, was attended by all the evicted season 5 housemates such as: Ka3na, Lilo, Eric, Tochi, Kaisha, Wathoni, Lucy, Praise, Trikytee, Tolanibaj, Brighto, Kiddwaya, Prince and Ozo. Erica was absent.
Governor Babagana Zulum has talked about the Boko Haram attack he suffered which left some security operatives dead, IgbereTV reports.
Recall that security operatives were killed when insurgents opened fire on the governor’s convoy and another set of vehicles conveying government officials to Baga, a town in the state, for the resettlement of some persons displaced by insurgency.
In a statement released by his spokesperson Isa Gusau, Zulum stated that the ultimate wish of the Boko Haram sect is to take over the state. He prayed for the repose of souls of the late security operatives and also urged all stakeholders to remain committed to ongoing peace building efforts.
The statement read:
“Governor Babagana Umara Zulum is saddened by this unfortunate carnage. He shares the grief of families of these 11 priceless heroes to whom Borno shall remain grateful.
“The governor prays for the repose of their souls and urges all stakeholders to remain committed to ongoing peace building efforts.
“Zulum is of the opinion that we must continue to keep hope alive even in the face of tribulations, and believe that with sustained efforts and prayers, Borno will eventually regain peace.
“The situation facing us is a tough one but we must choose between doing something which gives us some hope and doing nothing which will leave us more vulnerable to Boko Haram’s ultimate wish to take over Borno and bring it under their sovereign brutal administration.”
"Channel Your Energy Into A More Productive Activity" - Gov. Matawalle Stops Man Trekking For Him
Governor Bello Matawalle of Zamfara State has discouraged a young man trekking from Kaduna to Zamfara to show love for him, IgbereTV reports.
Recall that Musa Umar Giwa had on Thursday, embarked on a trek from his village in Giwa Local Government Area of Kaduna State to Zamfara to show solidarity with Governor Matawalle.
But, in a tweet via his handle on Friday September 26, Governor Matawalle expressed gratitude but asked the young man to discontinue the dangerous adventure.
The governor said:
"I appreciate the solidarity of the courageous youngman said to have embark on long trek to honour me. As a father, I want to discourage young people from such dangerous adventures, I sincerely hope he discontinue the trek and channel his energy into a more productive activity."
The young man insists on continuing the journey even if he encounters robbers. He reposted the governor's tweet writing:
"The Governor of the owner has passed this account and the journey is no hair by the grace of God, even if it will be a robbery of my robbery, I will be there by God"
Seyi Tinubu Prays For His Little Daughter On National Daughters' Day (Photos)
Seyi Tinubu, son of APC Chieftain, Bola Tinubu, took to Instagram to say a public prayer for his beautiful daughter Noella as he celebrates her on National Daughters Day
IgbereTV reports that he posted a beautiful photo with his Noella along with a heartfelt prayer to God. He wrote:
"A public prayer to mark national daughter's day for NOELLA TINUBU (M lil princess, my biggest cheerleader.) the post reads
"Father God I pray for a spirit of boldness and confidence in my daughter Noella. That she would recognize who she is in Christ, knowing that she is a daughter of the most high; created marvelously, and uniquely, for Your glory. And that she would see herself beautiful just the way You made her, after Your image
Father I pray that she would be kind, and her words would be seasoned with love. That she would speak with a meek and quiet spirit; not being vain glorious. I bind the spirit of comparison with her beauty or talents to others.
I pray Father God that you would protect her; spirit, soul and body; giving her the strength to maintain her purity. That her mind would be focused on you and your word, as she pursues her teenage and young adult years. Surround her Lord with good company; equally yoked friends, who will encourage her when she need to be reminded of your love for her.
I ask Father God that you would continue to give me the wisdom to love, encourage, and be an example of the godly woman you desire her to be and a leader amongst her peers.
I ask all these things in Jesus name, AMEN. May God Continue to Bless her Mother @layaltinubu (My greatest blessing)"
Popular Nigerian socialite, Noble Igwe has announced that he has concluded plans for an all expense paid trip for evicted Big Brother Naija lockdown housemate, Ozo.
IgbereTV reports that Igwe made the announcement on his his Twitter page. He stated that everything is set for Ozo’s trip to Cyprus, with all expenses covered by him. He added that some people win in real life and there are still good people amongst us.
His tweet reads:
“It’s 7:56am and I have already concluded an all expense paid trip to Cyprus for Ozo. I guess some people win in life. There are wonderful people amongst us”
See The 570k Dress And 398k Belt Erica Wore To A Party Over The Weekend (Photo)
Big Brother Naija self acclaimed “star girl”, Erica was spotted over the weekend wearing a $1470 (N570k) Stella Jean Imponente long sleeve bow neck dress and an £870 obi belt in nappa.
The weekend party is said to be Erica’s first public appearance and she undoubtedly stepped out in style.
To mark his birthday more especially to inspire many young men and women, AKASITV (ATV) chronicles the achievements and a short story of Chief Dan’s life. And to those of us who love men who put all their faith in God with dexterity to turn a bad-looking situation around would be virtuoso admirer of the brilliant dynamism found in the personality of Chief Daniel Okeke (PhD).
First and foremost, chief Dan is the chief executive officer (CEO) of a very successful shipping and logistic company, Express Concern Int’l Limited and owner of a gagantous hospitality business, Swiss Spirit Hotel & Suites Danag, Port Harcourt. Other businesses including , water bottling plants, furniture, school and many more.
While chief Dan could be described as ‘visionary leader’ who has contributed immensely to the societal development and added value to so many human life, he has at the same time carved an exemplary and enviable niche for himself as a mentor to many young Nigerian entrepreneurs, taking cognizance of giant strides and humongous investment in the creation of job opportunities in the country. For instance, established 2016, the swiss spirit hotel alone stands tall in the heart of the city of port harcourt with a strength of about 300 staffers and consisting a total of 148 rooms, swimming pool, underground snooker bar, VIP Lounge, Italian Restaurant, 4 Conference rooms, one banquet hall, video conferencing facilities, regular restaurant, exquisite bar and superlative state-of-the-art security system to provide the guest with a lasting experience.
Recognizing his dynamic personality, Former Governor of Abia state and the Chief whip of the senate, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu approach him to join All Progressive Congress (APC) in 2016.As they both picked up the membership card of the party with the likes of Uche Oga, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, Sir. Mark Nwagbara, Chief Donatus Nwankpa and others formed a very strong political bloc against even the existing maladministration of the People Democratic Party (PDP) in Abia state, whereupon in the 2019 general election the All Progressive Party (APC) swept almost all the votes in the senatorial district of Abia North and federal constituencies which in the course of the event, Chief Dan described the victory of APC and Muhammadu Buhari as “a reassurance of democracy in Nigeria and a continuity of president’s next level agenda in repositioning the country”
For one to say that the people of Abia North are overwhelmingly happy about their decision voting in the political party of APC is as true as the statement ‘the sun rises from the east’. This is because the pathfinders, under the leadership of Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu and collaborative efforts of Chief Dan and others have navigated and charted a new political course for Ndi Abia North incorporated in form of accelerated development that are now visible in the massive road construction of the area, employment, youth development programmes and so on.
Like the good-patron in time of needs, Chief Dan had moved in on several occasion, sponsored and supported various projects of Abia state government in other to cushion the effect of burdens of governance on T.A Orji, the then governor of the state. Some of these projects including donation of sienna vans, constructing and building of complex hall for customary court on behave of the state government and donations to youth empowerment scheme to mention but few.
While receiving an award for ‘Distinguished Professional Contribution to Corporate Service/Fellowship’ by institution of Corporate Administration, the institute acknowledges Chief Dan’s dedication and commitments to service, upwardly mobile and visionary approach to administrative matters, professionalism in service and public spiritedness.
Today as Igbere TV leadership excellence award holding Dec. 10th at Sheraton hotel, Abuja nominates Chief Dan alongside Tony Elumelu, Folurunsho Coker and others for yet another award for ‘hospitality personality of the year’, it’s important to note that Chief has also received several awards in the past on the basis of excellent performance, good leadership quality and service to humanity. While in this regard Abia Facts Newspaper honoured him with Best Personality Award in 2018, he has also received ‘Ambassador of Christ Award’ from The Men’s Christian Association of Presbyterian Church of Nigeria 2019, in recognition of his contribution to the expansion and propagations of God’s kingdom and the society.
Other awards include ‘integrity award’ for standout sincerity in the society and areas of expertise by The Nigerian Association of Christian Journalist (NACJ) and AWARD for AFRICAN CEO HALL OF FAME By African Leadership Magazine , United Kingdom.
For his love for education, Chief Dan is given 10 undergraduate orphans in Abia State the opportunity to win ₦30,000 each as a support funds in an ‘online Essay competition’ on his Facebook page organized to Commemorate his birthday today the 21st Sept. 2020.
As the saying goes ‘behind every successful man is a woman’, Chief Dan may not have attained the great height he is today without the support of his beautiful, elegant and adorable wife, Chief Lolo Agnes Daniel Okeke. Like Chief Dan, she is a woman with a heart of gold whom many Abians crave to have as their first lady
Finally, while taking the certitude that from infant to toddler, Chief Dan’s life was indeed a tough one according to his biography book titles ‘my destiny ordeal,’ how he navigated from such a tough and challenge life to become successful in life is nothing but a tight metaphor for determination, perseverance, tolerance and guidance from his creator. In addition, there is no better way to describe Chief Dan other than say ‘he is a man for all season’
As the world stands still to celebrate this astute gentle man, the leadership of AKASITV (ATV) in awe join to felicitate with Chief Dan as he begins a new chapter of his life, expanding and achieving more greater heights years to come, even as many Abians rely so much on him as a capable hand to entrust with the responsibility of leading ndi Abia into their promise land.
IgbereTV recalls an old interview session of the former Deputy Senate President of Nigeria, Ibrahim Mantu with Channels TV, in which he confessed that he helped to rig election in the past. He also explained how rigging is being executed in Nigeria.
IgbereTV reports that a tipper driver crushed a motorcyclist to death at Mmiriele, Ozubulu Road, in Nnewi, Anambra State. The accident occurred in the evening of Thursday, 17th September, 2020.
A statement made available to IgbereTV by the Public Education Officer, Federal Road Safety Corps, Anambra State, RC Kamal Musa, regarding the accident, reads:
"At about 1920hrs on Thursday 17th September, 2020, a fatal Road Traffic crash RTC involving a Green/Black M/Benz 911 with registration number XH 712 PHC and a Blue/white Honda Motorcycle with out a registration number was recorded at Mmiriele along Ozubulu road Nnewi."
"According to eyewitnesses, the crash occurred as a result of excessive speeding leading to loss of control. It also involved Three (3) male adults including the motorcyclist who allegedly died on the spot and was taken to St. Felix Okolo hospital Nnewi, by FRSC rescue team from Nnewi Unit Command and deposited at the Mogue after he was confirmed dead by the Doctors in the hospital. The road obstruction is being cleared to ensure free flow of traffic."
"The Sector Commander Federal Road Safety Corps Anambra State, CC Andrew A. Kumapayi, prays for God to grant the deceased family the fortitude to bear the irrevocable loss and strongly warns motorists to desist from over speeding and drive in line with the speed limits stipulated by law."
As the Edo gubernatorial election draws close, Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State has observed that plans are being made by the All Progressives Congress (APC) to manipulate the result of the election.
According to IgbereTV reports, the Rivers state Governor stated this in an interview on African Independent Television (AIT) on Thursday September 17.
Wike who is also the chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) campaign council on Edo governorship election, stated that the APC "will be beaten silly in the governorship election" if there are no thugs spearheading electoral malpractices.
He said:
“The IG has said they will not give room to any thugs, to any miscreants, and it is our prayer that is done. If that is done, APC will be beaten silly in this election. If what IG said is carried out, you will see that APC will not near – the only hope they have is to manipulate the security agencies.
“Remember what happened in my case and if you take the case of Rivers state, it was very clear, and the way I see APC going, the desperation is so much and the only hope APC has today is to use security agents, is to manipulate the process.
“Our own business is to let our people know, if you know the police are [compromised], we will not allow it. We want to believe in them but however, don’t slip, don’t slip, make sure you follow them bumper to bumper.
“Make sure you monitor what is happening. Let one policeman tell you that after they have declared results in this unit, that you cannot as an agent, follow that result to the collation centre. That is not correct.
“In some cases, you see security agents coming to even beat the agents of the opposition party. It is not something that anyone will come and tell me that you have assured me that nothing will happen.”
“Everybody knows, go to Edo, they don’t do publicity. They do their thing quietly. It may be different from ours.
“Last time I went to Ogbemudia stadium, it was nothing to write home about, but go and see Ogbemudia stadium today. He has built all the high courts, he showed me.”
The federal government on Wednesday approved the establishment of “ The Proceeds of Crime Recovery and Management Agency, to join the growing list of anti graft agencies established by the government
The government had in efforts to tackle corruption, established the Economic and Financial Crime Commission EFCC Act of 2004, the Independent Corrupt Practices & Other Related Offences Act 2000, the Advance Fee Fraud and Other Related Offences Act 2006 and the Money Laundering (Prohibition) (Amendment) Act 2012.
Others include the Miscellaneous Offences Act, Code of Conduct Act, the Nigerian Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative Act, the Freedom of Information Act 2011, the Fiscal Responsibilities Act 2010, as well as the Penal Code Laws of Federation of Nigeria 2004.
The government also promulgated the Criminal Code Law of Federation of Nigeria 2004, the Banks and Other Financial Institutions (Amendment) Act 1991 and the Failed Banks (Recovery of Debts) and Financial Malpractices in Banks (Amendment) Act 1994.
At the virtual meeting of the Federal Executive Council FEC presided over by President Muhammadu Buhari at the presidential villa, Abuja, the Council approved the transmission of a bill named “Proceeds of Crime Recovery and Management Agency Bill,” to the National Assembly.
Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, explained that the agency is necessary to mange assets that constitute proceeds of crimes as he pointed out that previous proceeds of crime are scattered in different and multiple agencies.
“The Federal Ministry of Justice presented to Council a memo today. The Council memo is about a Bill which will seeks the approval of the Council to transmit to the National Assembly for passage. It is Proceeds of Crime Recovery and management Agency Bill.
“It is in essence a bill that is targeted and intended to have in place a legal and institutional framework. The legal component of it is having a law. And the institutional component of it is to have an agency that will be saddled with the responsibility of managing the assets that constitute the proceeds of crime in Nigeria.
“What happens before now is the proceeds of crime are scattered all over, and mostly in the hands of different and multiple agencies of government inclusive of the police, the DSS, EFCC, and ICPC.
“So, with that kind of arrangement which is ad-hoc, there is no agency of government that is saddled with the responsibility of data generation, an agency that can give you off-head the number of landed assets, number of immovable assets, the amount in cash that are recovered by the federal government by way of interim forfeiture overweigh of a final forfeigture.
“So, it is indeed overtime a kind of arrangement that is not uniform and consistent.”
According to him, the new law seeks to move the fight against corruption to the next level.
He added: “Next level of transparency, next level of accountability in essence, will have in place an agency of government that is exclusively responsible for anything proceeds of crime.
“A one-stop shop arrangement by which all the assests that are recovered arising from crimes that are indeed vested in the federal government, you have a one-stop arrangenet where you can have an information. As it is for example, the Federal Ministry of Justice is only in a position to account and giving comprehensive account of what recoveries were made by the ministry.
“But any recovery made by the police, DSS, the Ministry of Justice is not in a position to know. So, for the purpose of decision making and policy, the federal government is not in a position to have a wholistic appreciation.
“So, by the bill that is now presented for the consideration of the council, we’ll have a law that establishes an agency, and secondly, an agency.
“And as you rightly know, Mr President has sanctioned ever since he came on board, that there should be a budget line, a budget item for recovered assets.
“So, if you have a budget item for recovered assets, this agency will now be in a position to provide information to the Federal Ministry of Finance, Budget and National Planning on demand as to what amount is available for budget purposes, thereby establishing the desired transparency, the desired accountability which has not been available before now.
“So, it is about a memo that seeks to establish a legal framework, that seeks to establish institutional framework, that seeks to further take the fight against corruption to the next level by way of establishing transparency, accountability and making the possibility of forfeiture a proceeds of crime easy through the sanctioning of non-conviction based forfeiture among others.”
When asked whether the bill stemmed from his experience with the suspended Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu, he said it had been long in planning.
Malami further explained: “Let me take you through the history lane as far as the proceeds of crime bill is concerned. There was an attempt some time back in 2007 to present to the FEC, it was unsuccessful, the bill was not passed.
“There was further attempt in 2011 to present same bill with some material amendments, and then it did not succeed in getting the blessings of FEC. And there was a further attempt in 2019 to present the Bill and it wasn’t as well successful but it eventually succeeded today.
“So, perhaps to now tie it to a particular institution or particular development of 2020, I think is unfounded taking into consideration the historical antecedents relating to the bill.“
On the controversy surrounding the new gazette he issued, which has been seen as an attempt to weaken the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), he said: “The first question has to do with rules of professional conduct with particular reference to a gazet in contention. My response is simple, that the matter is being interrogated and id make statement at the appropriate time and id say no more as far as that issue is concerned.”
FEC also approved a new national policy on occupational safety and health, tagged: “National Policy on Occupational Safety 2020.”
Minister of Labour and employment, Chris Ngige disclosed this while briefing correspondents on his memo to FEC.
He explained that the new policy is aimed at ensuring that all workers are safe at their work places across the country, adding that it derives from provisions of the Nigerian constitution and the International Labour Organisation’s (ILO) convention.
Ngige added: “The Federal executive Council today approved a new policy on occupational safety and health-2020. This policy is designed to make for safety and health of workers at work places.
“It derives from the main ground norm norm law of the 1999 constitution as amended, which in section 17 (3c) prescribes that the Nigerian State shall make laws and bye-laws for preservation of the health and well-being of workers in the work places; men and women at work.
“It also derives form the ILO convention 155, which Nigeria has also domesticated. Again, that talks about making the work place conducive and ensuring the health and well-being of workers.”
The Minister said the last time the policy was reviewed was 14 years ago but the new one has a review period of three years.
He stated: “The last policy we have was approved in 2006 which makes it exactly 14 years since that was approved by the Federal Executive Council and that is the policy we have been working on. But you know that 14 years is a long span in the life of any law so in the course of operation, certain issues have been thrown up, the world has gone digital, work place mechanism and hazards have been changing and it was therefore necessary that we do a new policy.
“This policy we did now is what you call repeal and replace and it takes care of all that is needed for now, for the health of Nigerian workers.”
Continuing, he said: “It gives specific roles to agencies, National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA,) Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA,) Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Standards Organisation of Nigeria and the Federal Ministry of Health.
“Everybody has his own role now because it’s a cross-cutting situation as most Ministries, Departments and Agencies of government are involved.”
On the seven-day ultimatum given by the Trade Union Congress (TUC) threatening strike action, the Minister maintained that it is misplaced because it was addressed to the President of Nigerian, which he said, contravenes labour laws.
He said: “The TUC issue, the seven-day ultimatum was misplaced because they were writing the President and issuing ultimatum to him.
“The President is not recognised by ILO. The competent authority for this nature of dispute in Nigeria resides in the man who oversees them, which is whoever is the Minister of Labour and Employment.”
The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, has issued a two-week ultimatum to the federal government to reverse the recent hike in electricity tariff and the pump price of petrol or face a nationwide strike.
According to IgbereTV reports, the decision of the Labour Congress was reached on Wednesday, September 16, in Abuja during its Central Working Committee meeting which lasted for several hours.
In a communiqué read by NLC President, Ayuba Wabba, the body said the ultimatum takes immediate effect, warning that at the end of its expiration on September 28, it would mobilize its members nationwide for civil unrest.
''The Central Working Committee has resolved to issue a two-weeks ultimatum to the Federal government to reverse its decision or face industrial action and peaceful assembly.'' Wabba said
On September 1, the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) directed the various electricity distribution companies in the country to begin the implementation of the new electricity tariff regime which will see Nigerians paying more for electricity.
On Wednesday, September 2, the Federal Government through the Petroleum Pricing Marketing Company (PPMC) increased the ex-depot price of petrol from N138 to N151.56 per litre, forcing marketers to increase pump price from N148 to N162 per litre.
IgbereTV reports that veteran nollywood actress, Patience Ozokwo, a.k.a Mama G, received a brand new car from her children as her birthday gift.
The actress who turned 62 on September 14, broke down in tears as she received the gift.
I am still recovering from yesterday's surprise. There is something so special about this birthday. Thank you to everyone who reached out and who said a prayer for me. I am grateful and blessed indeed.
BBNaija: Prince Rejects Gofundme Account Set For Him By His Fans After His Eviction
Evicted Big Brother Naija lockdown housemate, Prince Enwerem, has rejected a GoFundMe account set up for him by his fans after his eviction, IgbereTV reports.
Just like Erica's fans did, Prince's fans had set up a GoFundMe account to contribute towards the actualization of his dream of owning a salon.
But Prince says this is not the time for Nigerians to part away with their hard-earned money as the COVID-19 pandemic has had an adverse effect on the finances of many.
His post on Instagram reads:
"My dear Royal Army, I’m still overwhelmed and trying to soak in all the love you have been showing me. I’m sincerely speechless because I never expected the love I’m receiving."
"This GoFundMe account was brought to my attention last night and I almost teared up by the mere thought and intentions behind it."
"We are experiencing difficult times now and people still want to do this for me? Nah, I think it’s time you all rest while I think of what to do to pay you all back for the surreal love."
"I sincerely appreciate this gesture, but I want my Royal Army to save their funds on this one."
"My dream of starting a salon will surely come to pass ASAP, as I already have some Investors and hopefully some brands interested in this dream."
"I want to make you all proud and all I need right now is the continuous love, spiritual and moral support you all have been excessively showing me."
"Thank you to my beautiful and wonderful Royal Army @flyest_mz and @_Super_jewel for trying to put the GoFund together. Love you guys so much."
"My media rounds is still ongoing but I can’t wait to interact with everyone of you on a personal level soon on my IG live.
Protest In Osogbo As SARS Officers Chase 3 Suspected Fraudsters To Death (Photos)
After SARS officers allegedly chased three suspected internet fraudsters to their death in Osogbo, Osun State on September 15, young men in Osogbo, Osun state took to the streets to protest.
An eyewitnesses account revealed to IgbereTV that the young men were riding in their car when the SARS officers attempted to stop them. They refused to stop and the SARS officers engaged them in a hot chase. The driver of the car veered off the road and hit an electric pole. While one of the occupants in the car died on the spot, two others died later.
The angry youths in the area dumped one of the corpses in front of Osun Government House, Oke Fia, and destroyed a motorcycle. Also, the protesters, who were mostly youths, also targeted police operatives and attacked many bystanders around Oke Fia, Alekuwodo, and Ilobu road.
As at the time of filling this report, the Osun State Police Command is yet to make an official statement on the incident.
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