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The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has joined the ongoing strike that the Trade Union Congress (TUC) and the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) started on Monday today. THE DAILY PAGE recalls the strike began because the Nigerian government refused to pay organized labor’s demand for a minimum wage of more than N400,000. ASUU President Emmanuel Osodeke has instructed teachers at institutions throughout the nation to join the strike as an affiliate of the congress in a statement sent to branch chairpersons and zonal coordinators. ‘The NLC has declared an indefinite strike action beginning from Monday, June 3, 2024, as…

Due to Heritage Bank’s inability to enhance its financial performance, the Central Bank of Nigeria immediately revoked the bank’s banking license, saying it was compromising the stability of the financial system. This was revealed on Monday morning in a statement signed by Sidi Ali, the acting director of the central bank’s corporate communication department, who said that despite the regulator taking several supervisory actions, the apex bank was unable to stop the fall. The statement reads, “The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), following its mandate to promote a sound financial system in Nigeria and exercise of its powers under Section 12…

Nigeria is presently experiencing a complete blackout due to the Labour Union’s shutdown of the national grid. According to TCN, the shutdown happened at approximately 2.19 am on June 3, 2024. The federal government’s unwillingness to raise the minimum wage from N60,000 prompted the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) to begin an indefinite statewide strike today. Taking to their X official handle, TCN released an official statement on why the NLC shutdown the national grid, resulting in a blackout. The statement reads, “At about 1:15am this morning, the Benin Transmission Operator under the…

As the nationwide strike begins today, June 3, Nigerian workers have been instructed by the Nigerian Labour Congress to stay at home. This was announced to the public by the organized organization this morning, June 3, in a post uploaded on its X handle (previously Twitter). The ongoing nationwide strike was initiated because the leaders of the National Assembly and the federal government were unable to reach a consensus on a new national minimum wage and to reverse the recent increase in electricity tariffs. They claimed that the N33,000 minimum wage was insufficient to support a family in Nigeria. Despite…

The aviation unions in Nigeria have directed its members to cease airport services in accordance with the labor unions’ indefinite strike. The National Association of Nigerian Aviation Professionals (ANAP), Air Transport Services Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (ATSSSAN), National Union of Air Transport Employees (NUATE), and National Association of Aircraft Pilots and Engineers (NAAPE) are among the unions. In a joint statement signed by Comrade Ocheme Aba, General Secretary of NUATE; Comrade Frances Akinjole, Deputy General Secretary of ATSSSAN; Comrade Abdul Rasaq Saidu, Secretary General of ANAP; and Comrade Olayinka Abioye, General Secretary of NAAPE, following an emergency meeting on…

Anita Okoye, the ex-wife of Paul Okoye has bagged master degree in Luxury and brand management from Savannah College of Art and design. The mother of two shared her latest achievement via her social Instagram page with photos of her donning her graduation gown. Anita Okoye wrote, “With immense pride and gratitude, I celebrate this incredible milestone: Graduating with an MFA in Luxury and Brand Management from @scaddotedu “This achievement is a testament to unwavering dedication, countless hours of hard work, and the support of my loved ones.” Rudeboy celebrates his ex-wife Nigerian singer, Paul Okoye of Psqaure is celebrating…

Nigerian actress, Funke Akindele has donated N100,000 each to 20 Celestial churches to mark Juvenile harvest. The producer of the 3 biggest Nollywood blockbusters announced on her Instagram on Sunday morning that churches should provide their verified account number under the comment section of her post. As of the time of filing this report, over 100 churches responded and gave their church account number in the comment section of her post. Funke Akindele wrote, “It’s Juvenile harvest 2024!!!, drop a celestial account detail we can credit with 100k each for the children. We will credit 20 Celestial churches. May the…

After winning the Champions League, Kylian Mbappé is expected to be announced as a new signing by Real Madrid the following week. In February, the 25-year-old international athlete made his choice. He can now be regarded as a new Real player because every document has been completed, sealed, and signed. As per media reports, Kylian Mbappé joined Real Madrid from Paris Saint-Germain on a free transfer. “.. I wanted to announce to you all that it’s my last year at Paris Saint-Germain. I will not extend and the adventure will come to an end in a few weeks. I will…

Nollywood actor, Jim Lyke has stated that making friends is hard for him, and gave his reason why he finds it difficult. He made this revelation during an appearance on the comedian Teju Babyface’s “Deep Dive” podcast. He emphasized that he cannot be friends with those who hold grudges, pointing out that his tendency for growth occurs at a rate that many are unable to match. He said, “We don’t hang around emotions. We don’t have time for it. That’s why I can’t be friends with everybody. “I need somebody that won’t be hung up on my last act. I’m…

Dr Adaora Umeoji, OON has officially assumed office as the first female Zenith Bank CEO after successful approval by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). She took over from Dr. Ebenezer Onyeagwu, whose five-year term expires on May 31, 2024. This announcement was made across the official social media handles of Zenith Bank. The statement reads, “Today, June 1st, 2024, Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji OON assumes office as the first female Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Zenith Bank PLC.” THE DAILY PAGE recalls that Adaora who now has 35 years of experience in the banking sector, joined…