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ASUU gives conditions for strike to end
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) Friday, gave the conditions for calling off its strike action - speedy and positive response from the Federal Government to its letter, dated August…
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It is not true Osinbajo will head FG’s negotation team with ASUU – Akande
There was an earlier report that Vice President Yemi Osinbajo will head the Federal Government's negotiation team, who would meet with the representatives of the Academic Staff Union of Universities…
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Osinbajo to head FG’s negotiation team with ASUU
The Federal Government’s negotiation team with the striking Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) will now be headed by Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo, Punch reports. The Minister of Labour and Employment,…
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FG to decide on ASUU’s counter-offer today – Ngige
The Federal Executive Council (FEC), at its meeting today will deliberate on the demands of the Academic Staff Union of Universities, Punch reports. Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr. Chris Ngige,…
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Strike: FG, ASUU meet today to decide on offers
Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige will on Tuesday meet members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) over the ongoing nationwide strike. Deputy Director (Press), Ministry of Labour…
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“We remain resolute and steadfast as victory is certain” – ASUU
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) through the President, Prof Biodun Ogunyemi, in a bulletin on the strike, asked members of the union to disregard the comment by the…
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FG, ASUU meeting ends in deadlock
A meeting of the Federal Government and representatives of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) held Thursday, in Abuja, to resolve the ongoing industrial action by the latter, has…
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FG urges ASUU to call off strike and resume negotiations
The Federal Government has urged the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), to suspend its on-going strike in the interest of the nation. The MInister of Labour and Employment, Senator…
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ASUU, FG hold meeting over indefinite strike
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) and the Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige held a meeting over the strike embarked upon by the union on Tuesday. The…
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Gov Obiano claims the APC is behind insecurity in Anambra
The governor of Anambra, Willie Obiano, has claimed the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), wants to send the state into crisis, using its federal might to attempt to impose a…
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Former governors Fashola, Fayemi, Ngige say they no longer receive pensions from their states
Three former governors - current ministers have said that they no longer receive pensions from their state governments. The ministers are Babatunde Fashola (Power, Works and Housing); Chris Ngige (Labour…
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I am practicing what late Ojukwu taught us – Ngige
Minister of Labour, Chris Ngige has said he is following the footsteps of late Dim Chukwuemeka Ojukwu by joining the All Progressives Congress (APC). Ngige said this while reacting to…
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The YNaija Tracklist: How we uncovered Dammy Krane’s credit card fraud – TapJets | I’m following Ojukwu’s political footsteps, says Ngige | More stories
From the papers this morning - A tracklist. How we uncovered Dammy Krane’s credit card fraud – TapJets - YNaija I am confident presidency will sign 2017 budget soon –…
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Buhari has not met expectations – Ngige
The Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige, has admitted that President Muhammadu Buhari has not met with the expectation of Nigerians. Speaking to journalists in Awka, Anambra State, on…
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2019 Elections: Stop making bad political investments – Ngige tells Igbos
The Minister of Labour and Employment, Sen. Chris Ngige, has asked the Igbos of the south east to begin now to prepare for the 2019 General elections. He advised that…
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FG approves N56,000 minimum wage committee
The Federal Government has on Wednesday, approved a 29-member committee on a new minimum wage. Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige, announced this to State House correspondents at the…
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FG does not have enough funds to pay workers’ salary arrears – Ngige
by Azeez Adeniyi The Federal Government on Monday met with the leadership of the National Assembly and labour leaders over new minimum wage and salary arrears owed workers. Minister of…
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Why Workers’ Day celebration was disrupted – Labour minister
by Dolapo Adelana The Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr Chris Ngige, on Monday said the disruption and protest by workers at the May Day celebration in Abuja was due…
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Minimum wage: FG to meet organised labour on Monday
by Dolapo Adelana The Technical Committee on Minimum Wage, comprising the representative of Federal Government led by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), and the organised labour…
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Minimum wage: FG debunks NLC’s claim
by Dolapo Adelana The Federal Government on Friday debunked the allegation by the Nigeria Labour Congres’ (NLC) that it was foot-dragging to constitute a tripartite committee which is expected to…
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Why agricultural workers should support FG – Ngige
by Azeez Adeniyi Minster of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige has urged the Agriculture and Allied Employees’ Union of Nigeria (AAEUN) to support the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari. Ngige…
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Minimum wage review panel to begin work in February – Ngige
The Federal Government has said it would set up a committee to review the new minimum wage in February. Special Assistant to the Minister of Labour and Employment on Media,…
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Mark Amaza profiles Peter Obi: An icon of governance (Y!/YNaija Person of the Year 2016 Nominee)
Peter Obi was born on 19 July 1961 at Onitsha. He attended Christ the King College, Onitsha where he completed his secondary school education. He was admitted to the University of Nigeria, Nsukka in 1980, graduating…
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FG will increase minimum wage next year – Ngige
The Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige has said the Federal Government will increase workers salaries in 2017. Ngige stated this in Awka, the Anambra State capital in an…
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The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today
1. Buhari loves Igbos, Ngige replies Ohaneze Minister for Labour and Productivity, Dr. Chris Ngige, has dismissed the statement made by the Secretary General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Dr. Joe Nwaorgu,…
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Buhari loves Igbos, Ngige replies Ohaneze
Minister of Labour and Productivity, Dr. Chris Ngige has dismissed a statement made by the Secretary General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Dr. Joe Nwaorgu, who accused President Muhammadu Buhari of marginalisiing…
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N284bn, 9 iPhones | The 5 numbers that mattered this week
50th - Nigeria's latest world ranking by football body, FIFA. The Super Eagles used to be in the 60th position. N20bn - The amount deducted from the Federal Government's monthly…
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FG to provide 490,000 jobs through farmers scheme
The Federal Government has said it is planning to provide 450,000 jobs for youths im the country through Smart Farmer Scheme. In a statement on Wednesday. Minister of Labour and…
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6 times Buhari’s ministers said the most ridiculous things
When President Muhammadu Buhari delayed six months before choosing his cabinet, a lot of Nigerians raised eyebrows and questioned his intentions. Others asserted that it was wise to make a…
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Simon Kolawole: Elections, petitions and distractions
Roughly 20 months after Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu was nominated as the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Abia state, a court case on his candidature is still…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy