As France celebrates May Day with lively marches and labour union protests, a sobering reality lurks beneath the surface. Despite the nation’s reputation for robust labour protections, new data reveals a troubling trend: two workers lose their lives daily due to job-related accidents, according to national health insurance statistics. These […]
Day: May 1, 2024
In a significant development for peace and security in the Niger Delta region, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), in collaboration with the Bayelsa State Government and Denmark, has launched a new initiative aimed at strengthening the Niger Delta Peace Architecture. The project, unveiled in Yenagoa, Bayelsa […]
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has called on Chief Ajuri Ngelale, the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to cease disseminating unverified claims to prevent Nigeria from facing international criticism. HURIWA’s admonition follows a recent incident involving Danish shipping giant A.P. Moller-Maersk, […]
President Bola Tinubu has extended warm congratulations to Nigerian workers on the occasion of Workers’ Day, acknowledging their pivotal role in the nation’s progress and development. In a statement released from the State House, President Tinubu praised the dedication and patriotism of Nigerian workers, recognizing their relentless efforts across various […]
In a bid to tackle the escalating issues of banditry and terrorism within Nigeria, the Honourable Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, has emphasized the critical need for increased intelligence sharing between Nigeria and the United States of America. During a recent meeting at Ship House, Dr. […]