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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arrested 46 suspected internet fraudsters in Warri, Delta State on Sunday, September 8, 2024 The operation, based on credible intelligence, led to the recovery of 13 exotic cars, laptops, and phones The suspects are set to be charged to court following the conclusion of investigations on their activities … Read more

Joe Ajaero, the president of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), was reportedly arrested by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja The NLC swiftly reacted to Ajaero’s arrest, condemning it as an act of intimidation and harassment against labour representatives The union emphasized that the arrest is part … Read more

A civil society member, Hassan Taiwo Soweto, has said the arrest of NLC’s Joe Ajero by security operatives is unacceptable Comrade Soweto stated that now is the time for the leading labour union to respond ‘decisively’ The human rights activist advised labour unions to declare a 48-hour general strike and mass protest Ajaero was apprehended … Read more

Joe Ajaero, President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, was detained by Nigerian authorities without a legal warrant while en route to a global workers gathering in the UK he NLC has condemned the detention as a brazen act of lawlessness and intimidation and is demanding Ajaeros immediate release The Congress has called on the international … Read more

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been told to immediately reverse the new electricity tariff as it would impact negatively on businesses in the country APC chieftain Joe Igbokwe made this call as he lamented bitterly over how he spent N20,000 to get worth of units that only lasted for just a day Igbokwe’s call has … Read more

DSS simultaneously targets top NLC and SERAP officials in Abuja, the Nigerian capital city.Source: OriginalDSS storms rights group, SERAPs office”Officers from Nigeria’s State Security Service (SSS) are presently unlawfully occupying SERAP’s office in Abuja, asking to see our directors.”President Tinubu must immediately direct the SSS to end the harassment, intimidation and attack on the rights … Read more

A large campaign billboard promoting President Bola Tinubus potential 2027 re-election bid has appeared in the heart of Abuja, raising questions and stirring debate Although Tinubu has not yet announced his intention to run, the billboards prominent placement comes at a time when his policies have faced growing scrutiny With Nigeria still grappling with economic … Read more

NLC speaks amid non-implementation of new minimum wage by Tinubus govt Police summon NLC president Ajaero, scribe for second time Andrew Wynne: Police dare wanted Briton to come out of hiding over alleged coup READ IN FULL ON LEGIT.NG

The Benue State Government has shut down Oracle Business Limited and its subsidiaries for alleged tax evasion totaling N130 million over the past five years This action is part of a broader enforcement effort to recover unpaid taxes from corporate entities in the state. Tax Authorities Reject Political Motives: Sunday Odagba, acting Executive Chairman of … Read more

In recent years, Nigeria has witnessed a disturbing rise in paternity fraud, where DNA tests reveal that many children do not belong to their presumed fathers While infidelity is often blamed, psychologists emphasize that other factors, including genetic testing errors and medical negligence, could be responsible This report delves into expert insights, shedding light on … Read more

The Nigeria Labour Congress has expressed its dissatisfaction with the prolonged delay in the implementation of the new minimum wage of N70,000 TheTalk.NG reports that the living standard of the masses has continued to deteriorate since President Bola Ahmed Tinubu announced the removal of fuel subsidy on May 29, 2023 The wage increase which was … Read more

Residents in the FCT have complained bitterly over the difficulty in locating the sales points of FG’s affordable rice Residents who spoke to the press voiced their frustrations, with some revealing they paid N84k for a bag of rice, far exceeding the promised subsidised price of N40k The Minister of Agriculture, Abubakar Kyari earlier noted … Read more

Forty-eight victims of the petrol tanker explosion in Niger State were buried in a mass ceremony in Agaie Local Government Area Abdullahi Baba-Arab, Director-General of the Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA), confirmed that all 48 victims were burnt beyond recognition Alongside the human casualties, over 50 cattle were also killed in the blaze, which … Read more

Ten suspects have been arrested and charged to court by the Federal government in connection with the N4 billion in illicit firearms and ammunition brought into the country Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court will hear the case today as the defendants are also charged with forgery and terrorism-related crimes This came after … Read more

Rabiu Kwankwaso, the 2023 presidential candidate of NNPP, declared that the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) is no longer politically relevant in Nigeria Kwankwaso explained that his departure from PDP was due to the party falling out of line and losing its significance Kwankwaso expressed confidence in winning the 2027 presidential election and emphasized that NNPP … Read more

NAFDAC has uncovered illegal production and sale of unregistered “miracle” products by Christ Mercy Land Delivery Ministries, falsely claiming healing powers Investigations reveal the ministrys use of a fake NAFDAC registration number and secret partnerships with local factories to produce and market these unwholesome products Despite repeated attempts, the ministry has evaded cooperation with authorities, … Read more

The Nigerian Government is not proposing any such thing as the increment of VAT. Such reports should be ignored and discarded. It is false and misleading, as FG is not planning to add to the economic burden of Nigerians,” Aderonke said in a statement made available to TheTalk.NG.Alleged 10% VAT: FIRS and finance ministry deny … Read more

In a surprising move, the Kano State Government has indefinitely postponed the resumption of schools for the 2024/2025 academic session, mirroring a similar decision by Edo State While Edo attributed its postponement to the recent surge in petrol prices, Kano’s authorities have cited unspecified “urgent reasons” for the delay With schools in both states already … Read more

President Bola Tinubu has been told to consider four of the #EndBadGovernance’s agitators’ demands Titilope Anifowoshe, a legal practitioner and public commentator, said considering some of the demands would give President Tinubu the opportunity to breach the gap between his renewed hope agenda and Nigerians’ aspirations In an exclusive interview with TheTalk.NG, Anifowoshe condemned the … Read more

The Senior Prophet of Christ MercyLand Ministry, Jeremiah Fufeyin, claimed the publication caption Nafdac Investigating Pastor Jeremiah Miracle Water, Soap – DG, is false Fufeyin said he is not using the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) to deceive Nigerians The popular man of God stated this while reacting to the … Read more

Tragedy struck in the late hours of Saturday, September 7 in the Sapele local government area of Delta state The proprietress of His Majesty Group of Schools, Mrs. Fatima Umukoro, was set ablaze by her son, Emmanuel The state Police spokesperson, SP Bright Edafe, said Emmanuel was arrested along the Sapele-Warri Road while attempting to … Read more

16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II received massive backing as a prominent northern monarch endorsed his reinstatement The Emir of Potiskum in Yobe State, Umar Bauya, said Emir Sanusi should count on his support and that of his people According to Emir Bauya, Sanusi’s reinstatement justified that he is a good leader who thinks … Read more

In a remarkable act of generosity, the Methodist Bishop of Nsukka, Rev. John Eze, has donated free fuel to motorbike riders in Eha Amufu, Enugu State This initiative aims to alleviate the financial burden on commercial motorcyclists amidst the country’s economic downturn The Bishop’s gesture has been widely praised by the community, bringing smiles and … Read more

Operatives of the Edo state police command have arrested a teenager over the death of his 38-year-old lover, Victory Oro 18-year-old Kingdom Paul stabbed Oro after having sex with her at a local hotel in Benin City, the Edo state capital The teenager confessed to the crime and disclosed the amount the victim promised to … Read more