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Beyond Romance: Trikania connect Urges Nigerians to Extend Love to the Less Privileged

As the world celebrates Valentine’s Day today, Trikania connect in kaduna, a social media platforms, has called on Nigerians to redefine the season of love by extending their generosity beyond romantic relationships to the underprivileged
especially the widow in society

Speaking during a door-to-door outreach organized as part of the social media platforms Valentine’s Day activities, the , emphasized the importance of comionate giving.

“Love isn’t just about romance; it’s about humanity. True love is seen in how we treat those who cannot repay us,” He stated.

The outreach saw volunteers distributing essential supplies to the widows, reinforcing Trikania connect commitment to making a tangible difference in people's lives.

Jega2000:
I make roughly 500k-700k on average monthly but I am not really comfortable...

Oga, am receiving 33k from NYSC, and am doing fine talk less of ur own dat divide my own 20 times

Nice move from Nigeria defence, really Tinubu is a Godsend to Nigeria

First to comment on front page

She s lucky, me dat bath once a week

Nailly:
*NIGERIA'S OLDEST TRIBE* .



One main reason that made me start to hate Christianity is when I studied Ijaw History and noticed that even before Jesus 10 father was born (If ever he existed 2024 years ago) Ijaw people have been living in my Town.


So how can such person be the hope of my people?
But they have been living before his ancestors were ever born and ever existed na..
According to their own dates.
This our newly created language engineered
Central Dialect will teach Ijaws this sense.
I just saw it somewhere.



@General Ditari.


👇👇👇👇




Nigeria's oldest tribe has sparked considerable debate over time. This thoroughly researched article aims to resolve any existing conflicts.

Contrary to the common belief that Africa lacks recorded history, this is a misconception. Numerous African tribes and kingdoms have preserved their histories through both oral traditions and written records. Additionally, African artifacts, writings, and drawings can be dated using modern technology and compared with the oral histories of various tribes.

Nigeria is home to several ancient tribes, but there can be only one that is the oldest. Before the 1500s, much of what is now modern Nigeria was divided into traditional monarchies, associated with contemporary ethnic groups. These early kingdoms included the Nembe-Brass, Nupe, Igala, Bonny, Kanem-Borno, the Igbo Kingdom of Nri, Benin, the Oyo Empire, Yoruba city-states like Ife, the Sokoto Caliphate, the Kano Emirate, and more. Many of these tribes existed long before they settled in Nigeria. We will consider twelve Nigerian tribes based on their settlement in what is now Nigeria, ranking them from the youngest to the oldest, with brief histories to identify Nigeria's oldest and most ancient tribe.

12. Efik People - 1700 CE
The Efik people primarily reside in southern Nigeria, particularly in Cross River State. Speaking the Efik language, a Benue–Congo language of the Cross River family, they settled in Calabar towards the late 1700s and early 1800s. The Efik are related to the Annang, Ibibio, Oron, Biase, Akamkpa, Uruan, Eket people, and the Balondo Civilization of Congo. They have a significant presence in Nigeria, Equatorial Guinea, and Cameroon. Oral traditions suggest their migration from Igbo and Ibibio territories to their current location in Creek Town, often referred to as Calabar.

11. Igala People - 1600 CE
The Igala Kingdom was established by Abutu-Eje in the 1600s and ruled by nine high officials called the Igala Mela. Located in an area around the Benue and Niger rivers, now part of Kogi State, the Igala were known for their bravery and warrior reputation. The kingdom reached its peak in the mid-17th century, becoming a significant exporter of various goods, including slaves, to the coastal regions.

10. Nupe People - Mid 1500 CE
The Central Nupe Kingdom was founded in the mid-15th century in central Nigeria. King Jibiri, the first Muslim Nupe king, reigned around 1770. The Nupe Kingdom gained power under Etsu Ma’azu, who died in 1818. The majority of Nupe people are found in Niger, Kwara, Kogi states, and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT Abuja). They have a rich cultural history and are connected to several other tribes, including the Igala, Gbagyi, Ebira, and Koro.

9. Tiv People - Early 1500 CE
The Tiv people trace their origins to southeastern migration through southern, south-central, and west-central Africa before settling in Nigeria in the early 1500s. They lived in the Benue Valley and maintained a peaceful, dispersed lifestyle without a central government or king. European began in the 18th century, and British forces entered Tiv land in 1906, leading to subsequent negotiations.

8. Fulani People - 1400 CE
The Fulani, primarily Muslim people scattered across West Africa, migrated from the Senegal river valley in the late 1400s. They settled in Hausaland and Bornu by the 15th century and established themselves in Macina by the 16th century. Usman dan Fodio led a jihad in the 1790s, resulting in a Fulani empire that included Adamawa, Nupe, and Yorubaland. The Fulani language, Fula, is part of the Niger-Congo family.

7. Benin People - 1200 CE
The Benin Kingdom, established around 1200 CE, was founded by the Edo people who invited a prince from Ife to rule. Oranmiyan, the prince, eventually left, and his son Eweka I became the first Oba of Benin. The kingdom reached its peak under Oba Ewuare I, with Benin City becoming renowned for its massive walls and artistic achievements. The current ruler is Oba Ewuare II.

6. Kanuri People - 1000 CE
The Kanuri people, from the Kanem and Bornu Empires, migrated to Nigeria around 1000 CE. They primarily reside in the northeast corner of Nigeria. Notable Kanuri individuals include former Nigerian head of state General Sani Abacha and former Presidential Candidate Bashir Tofa.

5. Hausa People (Nok Culture) - Late 700 BCE
The Hausa are the largest ethnic group in sub-Saharan Africa and Nigeria. The Nok culture, believed to be the ancestral foundation of the Hausa, appeared around 1000 BCE. Daura is considered the cultural center of the Hausa, with Katsina being a significant center of Islamic scholarship. The Hausa have a widespread presence across West Africa.

4. Ibibio People - Mid 700 BCE
The Ibibio people, among the earliest inhabitants of southern Nigeria, settled around 700 BCE. They first arrived in Nigeria and settled at Ibom, later renamed Arochukwu by the Igbo after the Aro-Ibibio war. The Ibibio migrated further south, establishing their current location in present-day Akwa Ibom State. Notable Ibibio individuals include former Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Godswill Akpabio.

3. Yoruba People - Early 700 BCE
The Yoruba people trace their origins to the mid-700 BCE, before the establishment of the Ile-Ife kingdom. Ile-Ife is considered one of Africa's earliest kingdoms.
The Yoruba people have a storied past that dates back to around 700 BCE, long before the establishment of the Ile-Ife kingdom in the 8th century BCE. Initially, the inhabitants of Yorubaland shared a common ethnicity and language but were not yet known as Yoruba. Ile-Ife is revered as the cradle of humanity, with legendary figures like Oba Tala, Oro-gbo (Shango), and Otete (Oduduwa) playing a significant role in its history.
In the 14th century CE, Prince Oranmiyan, a son of Oduduwa, founded the Oyo kingdom and became its first ruler, known as the Alaafin. His family later erected the Staff of Oranmiyan (Opa Oranmiyan) in his honor, which still stands today in a grove in Mopa, Ile-Ife.
Historically, the Yoruba people have been one of the most urbanized groups in Africa, living in well-organized city-states like Òyó-Ilé (Katunga) and Ibadan, which were among the most populous cities on the continent. Today, Lagos (Èkó in Yoruba) is the largest city-state in Africa by population.

2. Ibo People – 750 BCE
The Igbo-Ukwu people, ancestors of the present-day Igbo, were skilled metalworkers, with evidence of iron smelting dating back to 750 BCE in the Nsukka region of Igboland. Excavations have revealed hundreds of bronze and leaded bronze ritual vessels and regalia, showcasing some of the most technically impressive bronzes ever made. The Igbo-Ukwu people were the earliest smiths of copper and its alloys in West Africa, using techniques like hammering, bending, twisting, and incising.

The Nri clan, descendants of Igbo-Ukwu, trace their origins back to around 900 BCE. Nri, the founder of the Nri clan, and Aguleri were sons of Eri and migrated from the Anambra river valley to present-day Nri. The Nri people belong to the Umueri clans, tracing their origins to Eri. Nri was the seat of a powerful state, influencing territories inhabited by other Igbo groups.

Historical evidence suggests that Igbo Ukwu, formerly known as Igbo and Igbo Nkwo, is the true origin of the Igbo people. Pottery and tools dating back to 2500 BCE, similar to later Igbo work, have been found in the Nsukka and Afikpo regions. The Umueri clan’s traditions trace their source to the Anambra valley. Linguistic and cultural evidence identify Owerri, Okigwe, Orlu, Awgu, Udi, and Awka divisions as the Igbo heartland.

1. ijaw People – 800 BCE
The Izon (ijaw) people boast a rich cultural heritage, with a history extending over 7,000 years to the fifth millennium BCE (5000 BCE). Archaeological findings confirm their presence in the Niger Delta region since 800 BCE, providing over 3,000 years of historical evidence, this making them Nigeria’s oldest tribe and one of the world’s most ancient people.
By the 12th century, the number of ijaw states had increased, and by the 16th century, they had formed powerful kingdoms with strong central rule. In the early 15th century, they encountered Europeans and began engaging in trade, often acting as middlemen in the slave trade and acquiring slaves for themselves as a status symbol.
The Ijaws are believed to be descendants of the ancient ORU tribe, with whom they share linguistic and cultural ties. They migrated to West Africa from the Nile Valley and are related to the founders of the Nile Valley civilization.
Today, the ijaw people primarily occupy Bayelsa State, Delta, Rivers, Edo, Ondo, and parts of Akwa Ibom State. With a population of over 19 million, they are the fourth largest ethnic group in Nigeria.

I disagree with this post, hausa people have nothing to do with the NOK CULTURE, nok culture wete literally trace in the southern part of kaduna

Nakuza:
The jukun wapan tribe in Taraba State does the same thing to their king known as Aku. They believe their King don't die only transcend to the world beyond. The shocking thing is that they don't bury their King.

What did dey used the body for

the new minimum wage, only if approved, the Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General YD Ahmed, has said.

Ahmed made this known during his visit to the Ogun State Orientation Camp in Sagamu.

The NYSC DG clarified that the benefit is contingent on the approval of the minimum wage, contrary to reports that the President has already approved an increment in corps ’ allowances.

The clarification was contained in a statement signed by Eddy Megwa, Director, Information and Public Relations, NYSC, on Monday.

Ahmed advised corps to remain focused on their service and not be distracted by misinformation.

The visit was part of his oversight functions to ensure the smooth conduct of the orientation exercise and to interact with corps .

The statement read, “For clarity sake, General Ahmed while addressing Corps said it is expected that they would benefit from the minimum wage when it is approved, he did not say the President has approved any increment in Corps ’ allowance.

“Meanwhile, as part of his oversight functions during Orientation periods, the Director General advised the Corps on different issues relating to patriotism, entrepreneurship, security consciousness, community development among other issues of youth development for leadership roles.

“ of the press are advised to be factual in their reportage of NYSC activities, so as not to incite unnecessary apprehension among the Scheme’s stakeholders.”

The Leader of the Labour Party Caucus of the House of Representatives, Afam Victor Ogene, has said the victory of opposition Labour Party in the United Kingdom, UK, is a sign that its Nigerian version would triumph in the 2027 general elections.



In a statement made available to journalists in Awka, Friday, Ogene said the election told vivid tales of hope for the opposition, and competence and integrity of the electoral umpires in the UK, in a manner that elicits public confidence and trust in the electoral process.

“Unlike what was witnessed in Nigeria in the last general elections, the process in UK was free of glitches, as about 40 million voters took part. Polls closed around 10 pm Thursday and by daybreak, the results were out.

“There was no judicial ambush, as immediate transition took place to the iration of all lovers of democracy and free and fair elections.

“If we must practice democracy, we must also love, copy and abide by the transparency and ability of democratic institutions in nations of the world that allow the rule of law and democratic principles to thrive.

“In deed, one of the potent lessons of the British elections is the fact that, the concept of ‘snatch it, grab it, and run away with it,’ has no place in modern democratic practice,” he said.

The Leader of the Labour Party Caucus of the House of Representatives, Afam Victor Ogene, has said the victory of opposition Labour Party in the United Kingdom, UK, is a sign that its Nigerian version would triumph in the 2027 general elections.


In a statement made available to journalists in Awka, Friday, Ogene said the election told vivid tales of hope for the opposition, and competence and integrity of the electoral umpires in the UK, in a manner that elicits public confidence and trust in the electoral process.

“Unlike what was witnessed in Nigeria in the last general elections, the process in UK was free of glitches, as about 40 million voters took part. Polls closed around 10 pm Thursday and by daybreak, the results were out.


“There was no judicial ambush, as immediate transition took place to the iration of all lovers of democracy and free and fair elections.

“If we must practice democracy, we must also love, copy and abide by the transparency and ability of democratic institutions in nations of the world that allow the rule of law and democratic principles to thrive.

“In deed, one of the potent lessons of the British elections is the fact that, the concept of ‘snatch it, grab it, and run away with it,’ has no place in modern democratic practice,” he said.


Relating the development in the UK to the 2027 election in Nigeria, Ogene said: “I urge the Nigerian Labour Party to draw inspiration from its British counterparts, close ranks, rally the people, and prepare to take the reins of power in 2027.

“Let us work together to build a better future for our nation, guided by the principles of democracy, transparency, and ability.”

Ogene congratulated Keir Starmer, the leader of the Labour Party in Britain, for his party’s victory over the outgoing UK Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak and his Conservative Party, in what has been described as the most emphatic election victory by any British political party this century.

The opposition Labour Party won a huge parliamentary majority in the UK general election, unseating the incumbent Conservatives after 14 years.

While the Labour Party got 412 seats, the incumbent Conservatives got just 121.

AbokiWam:
My Salary is a little above #100, 000 naira, My friends know I am working which brings enormous pressure on me, They think it is a high paying job because of the Corporate dressing and all.

I don't Know if it is the hardship from this era, but now 4 out of every phone calls someone receives is usually them asking you to lend them money. Currently self I am skeptical of answering phone calls. Work Colleagues also do not spare you in this regard.

My problem now is I am too soft hearted, Any small story and I am already heading to my bank app to do transfer for,

Beginning of June, money I lent to a total number of 7 different people was running into almost 60,000 naira.
At the start of July, Only two people have paid me back (5000 & 4000)

Because of that I promised myself not to lend anyone money again from my salary, but Just this morning I got a call from someone I know , he was crying to me of his salary being delayed at work.
He pleaded with me to lend him #10,000 which I obliged, Knowing fully well I wont get my money back (He has borrowed 8k from me before without paying back)

I think something is wrong with me, I can even go to loan app to borrow and gift a friend if I don't Have

Same borrowing habit almost ruined my Dad, it destroyed his friendship with a close pal, he borrowed his friend #800,000 back IN 2011 when money still had value, the friend refused paying and that crumbled his business for a while.

My Mom have warned me if I continue, I might experience same.

I really need to change...
If every one should pay me money they have owed me, I would be able to buy honda baby boy
This is a bad habit I need to stop.

This is exactly what am facing now, right now I don't have shishi inside my , sometimes people take your kindness for granted

Lagosian should start looking for Noah ark oo

Lagosian should start looking for Noah ark oo

The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, has called on the Nigerian Army to resist tribalism, warning that it could divide the institution and the country.

The Sultan made this plea on Wednesday in Bauchi during the commissioning of the newly constructed Nigerian Army Armoured Corps headquarters complex and the reunion and pulling out parade of retired senior armoured officers.

Abubakar said, “You are in the military now and many issues are centered around where you come from, who is a Muslim, who is a Christian, who is Hausa, Igbo or Yoruba in the country. We never knew these things many years ago. Please, don’t allow this to seep into the army as it would be the one thing that could divide us and the country.”

The Sultan also cautioned citizens against maligning military personnel engaged in various operations to restore peace across the country. He emphasised, “Nigerians need to help and pray for the military because without security, we cannot even go to sleep, go to work or even to worship centres.”

The Bauchi State governor, Bala Mohammed, represented by his deputy, Auwal Mohammed Jatau, assured of the state’s readiness to the Nigerian Army and other security agencies in ensuring peace and the protection of lives and property of citizens.

https://dailytrust.com/dont-allow-tribalism-into-your-affairs-sultan-tells-nigerian-army/#:~:text=The%20Sultan%20of%20Sokoto%2C%20Alhaji,could%20divide%20the%20institution%20and%E2%80%A6&text=53%3A39%20WAT-,The%20Sultan%20of%20Sokoto%2C%20Alhaji%20Sa'ad%20Abubakar%20III%2C,the%20institution%20and%20the%20country.

This minimum wage will be approved 2026 close to general election

May his soul rest in peace

Which kind fake life be this, them go dey do as if him no dey sheet

With minimum wage or without minimum wage we go survive

Kukutente23:

Keep your mouth shut
2nd Niger bridge was already signed before Buhari took office
Rails were already working before Buhari took office. Even Amaechi said it that he was surprised that rails were working when he took office.
Which road did APC build? You agbadorians are just daft

APC build the coastal road, which is the best in Africa

iwaeda:

Suebebe, Erozy2000 r, always conman in Nollywood. Orun re, poverty is bad, Nlfpmod.

What did you mean by dat

Veteran Nollywood actor, Dayo Adewunmi, popularly known as Sule Suebebe, is dead.

The Yoruba actor died on Wednesday morning at an undisclosed hospital in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.

The news of his death was announced by a popular Ibadan-based cleric, Pastor Ademola Amusan, also known as Agbala Gabriel, who had been caring for the actor in recent months.

Announcing Suebebe’s death, Agbala Gabriel wrote on his Facebook page, “It’s a pity, Baba Suebebe died at the hospital this morning. May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace.”

Suebebe went viral last year when he reflected on his past, itting that he once led a reckless life during his younger years.

Gabriel, a young pastor known for his philanthropy, also provided the veteran actor with a new home last year.

https://www.google.com/amp/s/punchng.com/breaking-veteran-nollywood-actor-sule-suebebe-is-dead/%3famp

A fresh industrial strike may be declared, or other strict decisions taken by organized labour today, depending on President Bola Tinubu and the National Assembly’s response to the ongoing negotiation on the new minimum wage.
Last week, organized labour, consisting of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) as its central bodies, unsuccessfully negotiated with the federal government on a new national minimum wage (NNMW).

Responding to the ongoing deliberations, industry experts and financial analysts have observed that the economy is facing a challenging path to recovery, with the minimum wage demands and the potential return of fuel subsidy further complicating the process and prospects of an early recovery.

The deadlock in negotiations on Friday, June 8, by the tripartite committee on NNMW was due to significant differences in offers between employers (government and OPS) and organized labour.

Surprisingly, the Federal Government negotiating team increased its previous offer of N60,000 by N2,000.

Consequently, the committee decided to present President Bola Tinubu with the N62,000 offer from the Federal Government team, ed by the OPS, and the N250,000 demand from organized labour for further consideration.

As negotiation resumes today, a member of the labour negotiating team who spoke to Vanguard said President Tinubu and the National Assembly would determine the next steps for organized labour.

He said: “At this point, we are looking up to the President and the National Assembly to right the wrong done by the government negotiators and their OPS counterpart. It was a high-level conspiracy among the federal government negotiators, the state governors and the OPS.

“ of OPS hid under the bogus name of small and medium enterprises, SMEs, to claim they cannot pay reasonable wages.

“The OPS had willing tools in state governors who, from the onset, did not attend most of the meetings and never wanted to improve the wages of their employees, but were clandestinely meeting with OPS to scuttle any chance of a reasonable wage.

“For the Federal Government side, of the team, besides ensuring that Mr President did not know the true situation of things, did everything, including threats, to ensure we did not move forward.

“In fact, one senior government official singled out the NLC president for threats, blaming him for what he termed organized labour’s tough stance. Even when the TUC president wanted to defend the NLC’s president, he was not allowed to speak.

“Well, we have done our best. Since it was Mr President who set up the committee in the first place, we have returned the responsibility of doing the right thing to him. Don’t forget Mr President has always promised Nigerian workers a living wage. He now has all the opportunities to fulfil his promise to the Nigerian workers.

“However, in case Mr President fails to do the right thing, of the National Assembly, who are representatives of the people, should rightly take up the responsibility of making Nigerian workers earn a living wage.

“We believe if the executive arm pretends not to be aware of the sufferings and pains Nigerian workers and masses are going through, we expect our representatives in the National Assembly to appreciate our pains.

‘’The issue will come to them (National Assembly ) as an executive bill. From there, they should take it up and make the nation’s workforce happier.

“What Mr President and the National Assembly do will determine our next line of action. After that, we can hold our organs’ meetings to decide our responses. For now, we have to wait. That is all I can say. “

A fresh industrial strike may be declared, or other strict decisions taken by organized labour today, depending on President Bola Tinubu and the National Assembly’s response to the ongoing negotiation on the new minimum wage.
Last week, organized labour, consisting of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) as its central bodies, unsuccessfully negotiated with the federal government on a new national minimum wage (NNMW).

Responding to the ongoing deliberations, industry experts and financial analysts have observed that the economy is facing a challenging path to recovery, with the minimum wage demands and the potential return of fuel subsidy further complicating the process and prospects of an early recovery.

The deadlock in negotiations on Friday, June 8, by the tripartite committee on NNMW was due to significant differences in offers between employers (government and OPS) and organized labour.

Surprisingly, the Federal Government negotiating team increased its previous offer of N60,000 by N2,000.

Consequently, the committee decided to present President Bola Tinubu with the N62,000 offer from the Federal Government team, ed by the OPS, and the N250,000 demand from organized labour for further consideration.

As negotiation resumes today, a member of the labour negotiating team who spoke to Vanguard said President Tinubu and the National Assembly would determine the next steps for organized labour.

He said: “At this point, we are looking up to the President and the National Assembly to right the wrong done by the government negotiators and their OPS counterpart. It was a high-level conspiracy among the federal government negotiators, the state governors and the OPS.

“ of OPS hid under the bogus name of small and medium enterprises, SMEs, to claim they cannot pay reasonable wages.

“The OPS had willing tools in state governors who, from the onset, did not attend most of the meetings and never wanted to improve the wages of their employees, but were clandestinely meeting with OPS to scuttle any chance of a reasonable wage.

“For the Federal Government side, of the team, besides ensuring that Mr President did not know the true situation of things, did everything, including threats, to ensure we did not move forward.

“In fact, one senior government official singled out the NLC president for threats, blaming him for what he termed organized labour’s tough stance. Even when the TUC president wanted to defend the NLC’s president, he was not allowed to speak.

“Well, we have done our best. Since it was Mr President who set up the committee in the first place, we have returned the responsibility of doing the right thing to him. Don’t forget Mr President has always promised Nigerian workers a living wage. He now has all the opportunities to fulfil his promise to the Nigerian workers.

“However, in case Mr President fails to do the right thing, of the National Assembly, who are representatives of the people, should rightly take up the responsibility of making Nigerian workers earn a living wage.

“We believe if the executive arm pretends not to be aware of the sufferings and pains Nigerian workers and masses are going through, we expect our representatives in the National Assembly to appreciate our pains.

‘’The issue will come to them (National Assembly ) as an executive bill. From there, they should take it up and make the nation’s workforce happier.

“What Mr President and the National Assembly do will determine our next line of action. After that, we can hold our organs’ meetings to decide our responses. For now, we have to wait. That is all I can say. “

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But will it take effect as soon as possible like as soon as FG start paying this month will it be paid to corpers this month also or it will go through another senate sittings and they will now pay it in next year budget



This kind question were you dey ask like this, is like u are latest corper on ground right

Steve0979:
yes

If the minimum wage is 100k for instance, will dey pay them that amount too

If the federal government approved the new minimum wage, will NYSC allowance none as allawee,be increased, or remain on the previous pay roll.

I see why pepper in this country s expensive, because the president himself is pepper

Don't blame Yoruba man dey eat pepper.
Tinubu eat pepper, so he as to show us pepper

I went to a shop, I told the woman I want to buy Tinubu, she brought pepper 😂

Nehyooh:
HER

Shi u read am and understand, let move

FFK once said, APC is a demonic and blood sucking party,
I truly agreed with that statement

This new minimum wage will not affect the common man in the country, how many servant did we have?
I expected labour should demand for the cost of living inside the nation
Because things are getting worser

This days some pastor don dey misbehave just like agbado and cassava called tulumbu

The Nigeria Police Force has urged the organised labour to shelve the planned strike and return to the negotiation meetings with the Federal Government.

It said through negotiations, both parties would resolve the issue amicably as the industrial action might bring untold hardship to Nigerians.

The police, in a statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, on Monday, explained that avoiding the strike would prevent a breakdown of law and order within the country.

The statement read, “In light of the Federal Government’s recent declaration that the planned strike is illegal and premature, the Nigeria Police Force views this action as a potential catalyst for increased tension and political instability.

“The NPF hereby urges organised labour to proceed with the ongoing deliberations at the Tripartite Committee, which is focused on determining a new minimum wage, and shelve the planned strike as such decision is essential to prevent untold hardships on of the public and maintain order and stability within our country.

“The Nigeria Police Force assures the public that ample deployments have been made across the country to ensure that citizens can go about their lawful duties without hindrance. Therefore, all of the public are encouraged to remain calm and continue with their lawful daily activities, while organized labour is urged to act responsibly and in accordance with the law, prioritizing dialogue and legal avenues to resolving the existing grievances.”
The meeting convened by the National Assembly leaders on Sunday night failed to achieve its objective following the Nigeria Labour Congress and Trade Unions Congress’ insistence on going ahead with today’s strike.

The meeting, which was presided over by the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, and the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, was attended by the NLC president Joe Ajaero, and his TUC counterpart, Festus Osifo.

Addressing journalists after the meeting with the National Assembly leaders, Osifo, said, “The Senate President appealed to us to call off the strike.

“But we can’t sit here and call off the strike because we have other organs. We will take the appeals to our various organs.

“We don’t have the powers to call off the strike action. For now, the strike action will commence, while we discuss with our organs.”