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Don’t devalue naira after implementing new national minimum wage – Workers tell Tinubu
Employees represented by the Federal Workers Forum (FWF) have advised the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu not to diminish the value of the naira following the enactment of the new national minimum wage. This counsel was expressed during a gathering held on Sunday, and a formal statement was issued afterward, bearing the signature of Comrade Andrew Emelieze, the National Coordinator of the forum.
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has persistently advocated for a revised national minimum wage since the removal of subsidies on Premium Motor Spirit (PMS). While commending the government for instituting the wage adjustment, the forum urged against any devaluation of the naira post the implementation of the new national minimum wage.
Emelieze additionally urged the government to settle all outstanding dues owed to federal workers and to announce the new minimum wage by Workers Day, scheduled for May 1, 2024. Despite the gratitude expressed for the ₦35,000 wage increment, the forum emphasized that it has not adequately addressed the economic hardships faced by federal workers since the subsidy removal and subsequent currency devaluation.
Stressing the necessity for a livable wage, the forum insisted that President Tinubu’s commitment to such a wage must be upheld. Given the current cost of living challenges, they argued that ₦300,000, which is less than 1% of the President’s salary, would not be excessive as a federal minimum wage.
They highlighted the daily expenses for transportation and meals, asserting that for survival, a worker would require an average of ₦10,000 per day. They called for fairness and justice in wage determination, declaring their intention to reject anything below a livable wage and demanding the clearance of all outstanding dues owed to federal workers.
Lastly, they appealed to the Federal Government to refrain from any actions that would further devalue the naira, emphasizing that federal workers have endured enough hardship and it is time to eradicate poverty among them.
Convicted billionaire kidnapper Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike, also known as Evans, and his co-accused Joseph Emeka, have requested a plea bargain in their high-profile kidnapping case.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the State lead counsel, Mr. Yusuf Sule, disclosed the plea bargain request to the court on Thursday during the case’s call for re-arraignment. The case is being heard by Justice Adenike Cokers of the Ikeja High Court.
Evans and Emeka were scheduled to be re-arraigned on an amended five-count charge, including murder, attempted murder, conspiracy to commit felony to wit: kidnapping, and attempted murder.
Sule informed the court, “The case was for re-arraignment, but I am aware that the defendants have applied for a plea.”
The prosecutor also noted that the plea bargain terms are being reviewed by the Attorney-General of Lagos State, Mr. Lawal Pedro (SAN).
Peruvian Health Minister Cesar Vasquez has classified transgender, non-binary, and intersex individuals as mentally ill.
On May 10, Peruvian President Dina Boluarte, Health Minister Cesar Vasquez, and Minister of Economy and Finance Arista Arbildo signed a decree. This decree states that transsexualism, dual-role transvestism, gender identity disorder in childhood, other gender identity disorders, and egodystonic sexual orientation are all categorized as mental health problems.
Cesar Vasquez explained that the decree was necessary for Peru’s public health services to ensure comprehensive medical attention for mental health issues.
The decree has sparked outrage among the LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer) community, which has labeled it discriminatory.
A medical researcher at Lima’s Scientific University of the South noted that although the decree might have been well-intentioned, it shows a lack of understanding of complex LGBT issues and potentially opens the door to conversion therapy.
Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has singled out captain Bruno Fernandes as the only senior player the club should retain at Old Trafford this summer.
Rooney urged the Red Devils to conduct a major clear-out of players during the summer transfer window.
This recommendation follows Fernandes’ key role in Manchester United’s crucial 3-2 victory over Newcastle United in the Premier League at Old Trafford on Wednesday.
Speaking to Sky Sports (via United in Focus), Rooney stated:
“He is the one player with quality and fight in him. I would keep the young players and Bruno, but all the other players need to go. There has to be a massive clear-out. It’s not going to happen in one year, but over the next couple of years.”
He added, “To compete with Man City, Liverpool, and Arsenal, they need better players.”
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