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Mar

01

2024

National Minimum Wage Committee Calls for Stakeholder Participation

Economy, Lifestyle, Metro, News, OpinionNext Level

The tripartite committee overseeing the proposal of a new national minimum wage for Nigerian workers has announced a public hearing scheduled for March 7. Chaired by Bukar Aji and inaugurated by Vice President Kashim Shettima, the committee aims to consult with all stakeholders across the country. Led by Ekpo Nta, Chairman of the National Salaries, Incomes, and Wages Commission (NSIWC), the committee's mandate is to recommend a realistic and practical minimum wage in consideration of the nation's economic dynamics. Public hearings are set to take place simultaneously across the six geo-political zones, starting at 10:00 a.m. Stakeholders including state and…

Feb

29

2024

By David Okoye

Lagos Red Line Rail Project Inaugurated: A Blueprint for State Collaboration

NewsLagos State, Next Level

In a momentous event, President Bola Tinubu inaugurated Lagos State’s Red Line rail project, heralding a new era of urban transportation. Transport Minister Sa’id Alkali lauded the collaborative efforts between the federal and Lagos governments, urging other states to replicate this model. Alkali emphasized the project's significance in enhancing the nation’s economy and well-being, highlighting the potential for increased connectivity and mobility. He urged state governors to emulate Lagos' approach, stressing the importance of joint initiatives in infrastructure development. Chinese Ambassador Cui Jianchun commended Nigeria for facilitating the completion of the Blue Line project, emphasizing its contribution to the nation’s…

Feb

28

2024

By David Okoye

FRSC Chief Calls for Professionalism and Integrity Among Officers

Lifestyle, Metro, News, OpinionMetro, Next Level, Opinion

Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Corps Marshal, Dauda Ali-Biu, emphasized the importance of professionalism and respect in interactions with motorists and pedestrians during the first quarter corps marshal’s strategy session in Abuja. Ali-Biu urged FRSC operatives to prioritize professionalism and respect in their engagements with motorists and pedestrians, emphasizing the values of humanity and empathy. He stressed the significance of building trust and positive relationships with communities to ensure effective service delivery nationwide. Addressing concerns of indiscipline and corruption within the corps, Ali-Biu cautioned personnel against unprofessionalism and corrupt practices. He emphasized the need for adherence to globally accepted ethics,…

Feb

28

2024

By David Okoye

Tinubu’s Inclusion of South-East in Electricity Roadmap Applauded

NewsNext Level, South East

Former Director-General of the Voice of Nigeria, Osita Okechukwu, praised President Bola Tinubu for incorporating the South-East into his renewed electricity road map, "Light Up Nigeria." Okechukwu, a founding member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), commended this move during the South-East Business Roundtable for the Light up Nigeria project held in Enugu. The event, chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, aimed to ensure dedicated power supply to industrial clusters across the country, with the South-East being the focus. Okechukwu expressed appreciation for Tinubu's commitment to revitalizing the South-East as an industrial powerhouse. Highlighting the significance of the Light Up…

Feb

27

2024

By David Okoye

NITDA Calls for Collaboration to Foster Indigenous Tech Development

NewsNext Level

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has urged stakeholders to collaborate in developing indigenous technologies, leveraging the Nigeria Startup Act 2022. This call was made by NITDA Director-General Kashifu Inuwa during the graduation of 13 founders from its 2023 Startup Accelerator Programme in Abuja, conducted in partnership with the Founder Institute. Inuwa highlighted the significance of the Nigeria Startup Act, citing its regulatory support, tax incentives, capacity building, and governance guidelines as crucial advantages for the tech ecosystem. He emphasized the Act's potential to diversify the economy and foster opportunities for indigenous tech innovation enterprises. The graduation ceremony underscored…