Delay in implementing approved new minimum wage by federal government is threatening the workforce of University of Benin (UNIBEN) Security Department. Investigation revealed that staffers under the Integrated Payroll and Personnel Information System (IPPIS) in the University, started benefiting from the federal government new minimum wage in the month of September 2024. But, over 200...
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Govts buck-pass as Edo totters into lawlessness
Osaigbovo Iguobaro Lawlessness has increased steadily in Edo State. In dosility, the State and Local Governments are ostensibly fending-off complaints from helpless citizens arising from alleged violation of environmental laws due to near absence of law enforcers in public spaces across the State. Governor Godwin Obaseki’s crestfallen fans seem to be impressed with his subjective...
My relationship with Oba of Benin, by Obaseki
says…we don’t’ mess around our traditional institution Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State says there is no bitter row between him and Omo N’ Oba N’ Oba, Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II, Oba of Benin two years after he visited the royal father’s palace in Benin City, the State Capital. In his attempt to paper around...
Prostitution, drug abuse amongst IDPs ― Zulum
Borno State governor, Babagana Zulum has raised alarm over alleged prostitution in Internally Displaced Persons Camps (IDPs) affected by the recent flood disaster in some parts of Maiduguri. He dropped the hint during his interview on Satellite Television at the weekend in Borno State where assured of his administration commitment to ending social vices, including...
How to avoid Media, journalists attacks — IPC
The International Press Council (IPC) has demanded stakeholders dialogue that would lead to a national mechanism on Nigeria journalists safety, Press freedom and protect democracy. Lanre Arogundade, Executive Director, IPC who gave the recommendation during an interview on a Satellite Television at the weekend, said the working document from the dialogue that could be a...
Heartbreaking moment at Edo jogger’s funeral
It was heartbreaking moment when family members of a jogger, Geoffrey, who was crushed to death by hit-and-run driver paid tributes at his funeral in Benin City, Edo State. The middle-aged man was jogging two weeks ago at about 6: 15am when a yet-to-be identified Spot Utility Vehicle (SUV) driver, knocked down and burst Geoffrey’s...
Security agent flees home after fatal attack
Edo State Security Network (ESSN) Commander, Mr. Stanley Aigbe cheated death when gunmen attacked his residence in Evbuomoma Community, Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area of Edo State, killing a dog that attempted to fend off his attackers who made away with valuables. Sources said a Plasma television set, gold jewelry, and other personal effects were looted...
Disruptive politics in Edo markets’ nomenclatures
By Osaigbovo Iguobaro The recent deft move by Mrs Blacky Omoregie to maintain her grip as the (Iye Eki) — Head of the Edo Market Women Association, through protestation before the traditional Emotan and Queen Iden shrines, both at the King’s square in Benin City was seen as being smart as it was hypocritical. Madam...
Eating Nigeria alive
From Julius Ogar One of the hottest trending websites at the moment must be that of the Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). The reason is simple. And quite obvious too. The corporation has put up an employment notice and virtually everyone – employed, underemployed, unemployed are rushing there and perhaps, going for broke, in...
Stakeholders benchmark criminal justice reforms
Stakeholders in the Administration of Criminal Justice Laws (ACJL) has advocated functional and deepened parole to enhance Administration of Justice. They also said reforms, effective domestication of the nation’s justice laws and collaboration among Stakeholders are key for enhanced justice system and parole. The submissions were part of the decisions reached at a 2-Day performance...