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Tinubu announces N25,000 per month salary increase to low grade civil servants

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President Bola Tinubu has declared a N25,000 wage increase for low-grade civil service workers as part of his efforts to mitigate the impact of the fuel subsidy removal policy. In his Independence Day Broadcast, President Tinubu pledged that this salary increase would be effective for a six-month period.

Acknowledging the challenges faced by Nigerians and the potential indefinite strike by organized labor, President Tinubu emphasized his understanding of the hardships that the nation is enduring. He stated that he is committed to ensuring that the country’s progress is built on a solid foundation and not on unstable policies.

President Tinubu explained that while reform may be painful, it is necessary for the greatness and future of the nation. He stressed the importance of building a future Nigeria where the nation’s resources are equitably distributed among all its citizens, eliminating hunger, poverty, and hardship.

To ease the economic burden, the government has embarked on public sector reforms aimed at stabilizing the economy and fighting inflation. The President also outlined measures to support the poor and vulnerable, including introducing a provisional wage increment for low-grade workers. Over the next six months, these workers will receive an additional N25,000 per month.

Furthermore, the government has established an Infrastructure Support Fund to help states invest in critical areas and provide relief packages against rising food and other prices. President Tinubu also highlighted efforts to make public transportation more affordable by deploying Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses, which will operate at a fraction of current fuel prices.

The introduction of CNG conversion kits and the establishment of training facilities across the nation to provide new opportunities for transport operators and entrepreneurs are part of a groundbreaking moment to make the economy more efficient. These initiatives will help the country embrace more efficient means to power its economy while addressing the challenges posed by recent economic reforms.

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Tension as security operatives take over INEC office in Lokoja

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In response to the reported plot by suspected arsonists to set fire to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) office in Lokoja, the capital of Kogi State, security forces have assumed control of the office premises. Security personnel from the Nigeria Police Force, Nigerian Army, and other security agencies were observed with their armored personnel carriers to prevent any potential invasion of the INEC office.

According to sources, the usually bustling post office, known for its daily business activities, was deserted, and vehicular movement was restricted. Motorists were compelled to take alternative routes, particularly those heading towards Abuja, Nataco, and the Felele axis.

It is worth noting that a political party had previously accused another party of allegedly sponsoring thugs to vandalize election materials at the INEC office.

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Local refinery: Meet your December deadline – Afenifere charges Tinubu

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Afenifere, the pan-Yoruba social-political group, has called on President Bola Tinubu to ensure the Port Harcourt Refinery commences operations as promised in December. The Federal Government had assured Nigerians that the local refinery would start production by the end of the year, a commitment reiterated by Heineken Lokpobiri, the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (oil), during an inspection of the rehabilitation work at the Port Harcourt Refining Company (PHRC) Limited plant.

Expressing concern about the current economic situation in the country, Afenifere issued a communique at the conclusion of its caucus meeting in Akure, emphasizing the importance of adhering to the government’s promise. The group believes that if the local refineries are operational, it will lead to a reduction in the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol.

The communique stated, “The meeting also took note of the assurances being given in regard to the commencement of production of petroleum products by some Refineries in the country very soon. It then urged the government to ensure that the deadlines given are adhered to. For instance, the December deadline given for Port Harcourt Refinery to resume production should be met. This is with a view to bringing the cost of petroleum products down as high costs of these products are contributing to the soaring prices of commodities and services in the country.”

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A reported fire emergency at the new Accident and Emergency, A&E Unit of the Osun State University Teaching Hospital caused panic among patients and staff on Thursday morning.

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An alleged fire emergency at the recently established Accident and Emergency (A&E) Unit of the Osun State University Teaching Hospital triggered panic among both patients and staff on Thursday morning.

An anonymous source reported that patients were observed hastily exiting the unit in response to the apparent fire. The source conveyed, “I can confirm to you that there is a fire emergency at the new Accident and Emergency unit of UNIOSUNTH this morning. I could see patients scampering for safety and running out of the A&E Unit to avoid the fire. We don’t know how the fire started but suddenly, we saw patients running for safety with blood and bandages on their body.”

In response to the incident, the Chief Medical Director (CMD) of the hospital, Prof Peter Olaitan, refuted claims of a fire outbreak. He clarified that it was a circuit breaker that had exploded. Prof. Olaitan assured that the patients were safe and located in the ward, while the hospital’s engineers were actively addressing the issue. He stated, “It is not true. There was a circuit breaker that exploded and that was all. The patients are ok and in the ward. Our engineers are already working to fix it immediately.”

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