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September 28, 2023

September 28, 2023September 28, 2023 IFMNEWS

Implementation Of Quarterly Performance Reviews For Ministers Announced

During a recent meeting with a delegation from the Committee of Vice-Chancellors of Nigerian Universities in Abuja, the Minister of Education, Professor Tahir Mamman, revealed that ministers in President Bola Tinubu's cabinet will undergo quarterly performance assessments.

The Committee of Vice-Chancellors presented a report outlining the challenges faced by universities in the country during their meeting with the Minister of Education.

The delegation, led by Prof. Lilian Salami, Chairman of the VCs’ committee and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Benin, engaged in discussions regarding Nigeria's education state.

In a statement by the committee’s secretary, Professor Yakubu Ochefu, it was noted that the Minister of Education emphasised President Tinubu's dedication to revitalizing the nation.

The president's governance approach was described as highly business-oriented, and it was announced that all ministers would be subject to quarterly performance evaluations. This move reflects the administration's commitment to ensuring accountability and efficiency in the government.

September 28, 2023

September 28, 2023September 28, 2023 IFMNEWS

Labour Party Extends Solidarity To NLC And TUC In Indefinite Strike

The Labour Party has pledged its full support for the upcoming indefinite strike action declared by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC).

Demonstrating unwavering solidarity, the party is championing the cause of Nigerian workers in their pursuit of improved working conditions through legitimate channels.

Scheduled to kick off on Tuesday, October 3, 2023, the strike action is a direct response to a range of demands from workers nationwide. These demands encompass an elevation of the minimum wage, lowered prices of goods and services, and enhanced working environments.

The Labour Party has not held back in its criticism of the government's perceived lack of responsiveness and empathy towards the genuine grievances of the labour force.

Furthermore, the party has accused the government of adopting a punitive stance against Nigerian workers who raised their voices during the February 25 Presidential Election.

In a statement released by the National Publicity Secretary of the Labour Party, Obiora Ifoh, the party left no room for ambiguity: "Labour Party fully supports the resolution of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) to embark on an industrial action slated to commence as of Tuesday, October 3rd."

Continuing the statement, it was emphasized, "We have closely observed, over the last four months, various meetings between Organised Labour and various government bodies, including the President of the Senate, the presidency, and the ministers of Labour, as well as all the efforts made by the Labour leadership to convey the magnitude of suffering government policies have imposed on Nigerian Workers and the entire populace since the inception of this administration."

With the strike looming, the Labour Party rallied its members and supporters to gear up for a potentially protracted mass action. The resounding message from the party is crystal clear: "No retreat, no surrender."

September 28, 2023

September 28, 2023September 28, 2023 IFMNEWS

Nyesom Wike Dismisses Heads Of 21 FCT Agencies: Reasons Remain Unspecified

In a surprising move, Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has taken decisive action by dismissing the heads of 21 parastatals, agencies, and government companies under the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA).

This development was announced in a statement released on Wednesday, September 27, 2023.

With immediate effect, Wike has directed the relieved heads to transfer the reins of their offices to the highest-ranking senior officers. However, the statement, signed by Anthony Ogunleye, the Director of Press in the Office of the Minister, did not provide any insights into the rationale behind the dismissals.

The affected leaders hail from various vital entities, including the Group MD/CEO of Abuja Investment Company Ltd, CEO/MD of Abuja Markets Management Ltd, MD/CEO of Abuja Urban Mass Transport Company, CEO/MD of Abuja Property Development Company, CEO/MD of Abuja Technology Village Free Trade Zone Company, CEO/MD of Abuja Film Village International, and CEO/MD of Powernoth AICL Equipment Leasing Company Ltd.

Additionally, the reshuffling extends to key figures such as the MD of Abuja Broadcasting Corporation, MD of Abuja Enterprise Agency, GM of FCT Water Board, DG of FCT Emergency Management Agency, Executive Secretary of FCT Primary Healthcare Board, Director General of Hospital Management Board, Director of Abuja Environmental Protection Board, Director of FCT Scholarship Board, and Director of FCT Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board.

The heads of the Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board and the Abuja Infrastructure Investment Centre, the Director of the FCT Health Insurance Scheme, the Coordinator of the Satellite Towns Development Department, and the Coordinator of Abuja Metropolitan Management Council are also among those affected by Wike's sweeping decision.

The statement concluded with an assurance that appointments to these offices will be made in due course, leaving many anticipating what the future holds for these crucial positions within the FCTA.

September 27, 2023

September 27, 2023 IFMNEWS

Army Revives Aviation Unit, Gets 12 Attack Helicopters

The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja says President Bola Tinubu has approved payment for the procurement of 12 attack helicopters for the Nigerian Army.

General Lagbaja made this known at the opening of the maiden Nigerian Army Aviation Seminar in Abuja.

He said that the 12 MD 530F Cayuse attack helicopters would operationalize the Nigerian army aviation unit, which was set up to improve ground troops’ agility, responsiveness, and efficacy during operations.

The army chief added that it would also contribute to the overall operational success of joint and coalition troops.

General Lagbaja explained that the army aviation was generally separate from a nation’s dedicated air force, but usually equipped with helicopters and light support fixed-wing aircraft.

He appreciated the president for buying into the aspiration of the army to have an equipped aviation unit, which would support ground troops as they focus on tactical and operational engagements.

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