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Presidential spokesman, Garba Shehu, on Friday met with the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) Ayuba Wabba, as part of efforts to convince organised labour to call off their industrial action. Shehu was at headquarters of the NLC in Abuja where he urged the labour unions to see reasons and call off the strike. The presidential aide, who issued a statement after the visit, assured that the federal government was taking steps to get the unions to call off the strike. According to him, the federal government has already accepted labour’s demands to reconvene the tripartite meeting on the proposed new national minimum wage. “The Presidency on Friday stepped up efforts to convince labour unions in the country to call off their strike following the earlier meeting at which the government accepted their demand to reconvene the tripartite meeting on the proposed new national minimum wage.” The presidential aide revealed that the meeting between the labour leader...

L atest report as yesterday, APC National chairman, Adams Oshiomole, addressed a press conference where he spoke on the just concluded rerun election in Osun state. In the video, Adams Oshiomole, mistakenly mentioned rigging while speaking on how the opposition party, PDP, have taken their defeat in the election. “I think that for democracy to flourish, only people who can accept the pain of rigging (sorry defeat) should participate in an election”. – Adams Oshiomhole said.

Squadron Leader, B ello Mohamed Baba-Ari , is the Nigerian Air Force Pilot that died in the crash that occured in the Federal Capital Territory Abuja, today September 28th. Two NAF aircrafts practicising for the Independence day celebration, collided and crashed earlier today.  Baba-Ari has since been buried according to Islamic rites. May his soul rest in peace, Amen.

Ekiti State governor Ayo Fayose has reacted to the just concluded gubernitorial elections in Osun State describing it as a 'show of shame'. In his words,  'with the show of shame that happened in last Saturday's Osun state governorship election in general and the Thursday rerun in particular, there is no other conclusion to draw than that democracy is now dead in our beloved country'. He added that,  'the Osun supplementary election was just a repeat of what happened in Ekiti state on July 14 and it is unfortunate that, again, the will of the people has been perverted.It was obvious even to the blind that the Osun election, as was the case with Ekiti, was a contest between the PDP and the security agencies supervised by a compromised INEC'. 'Therefore, we want to believe that conscionable Nigerians and the survival of this country as a whole are at the mercy of God and of the judiciary. And if the judiciary fails to rise up to the occasion,...

The world’s most expensive pair of shoes have been put on sale for a jaw-dropping $17 million (N6.1 billion). It is made out of leather, gold, silk and diamonds. A Dubai-based shoemaker named Jada Dubai unveiled the shoes at the Burj Al Arab hotel. “Dubai is the city of millionaires and billionaires… we see it as a potential market, along with the entire (Gulf) region,” said  Hemant Karamchandani , chief executive of Passion Jewelers, which supplied the jewels. The world’s most expensive pair of shoes have been put on sale for a jaw-dropping $17 million (N6.1 billion). It is made out of leather, gold, silk and diamonds. The shoe took about 9 months to create, according to the maker of the shoe.  “there will be only one pair of The Passion Diamond Shoes in the world. “We had to prototype many shoes in Italy in order to find the perfect shape, perfect heel, the perfect color for it. “Even inside, the logos of both companies are made out gold, which is very thin, so it will be...

A Taiwanese hacker named Chang Chi-yuan has claimed he would take down Mark Zuckerberg's Facebook page in a live broadcast before appearing to pull out of the plan.   Chang Chi-yuan told his 27,000 followers he would target the Facebook founder's own account this Sunday. Then he backtracked today and said he would instead demand money from Facebook in return for flagging up the glitch to Facebook.  He added that he had not expected the world's media to pick up on his plans.   Chang describes himself as a "bug bounty-hunter" who claims to have exposed flaws in a series of high-profile companies' security systems, Bloomberg reports.   In the post he said: "Broadcasting the deletion of Facebook founder Zuck's account. Scheduled to go live".  Some commenters had criticised his plans, with one saying: "Listen man, if you really have a bug that can take over Zuck's page, I don't recommended you do it.  You can just inform them ...

Osun state governor, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, and the the newly elected governor, Isiaq Gboyega Oyetola, took the the streets of Osogbo to appreciate the people following the outcome of yesterday's rerun election which favored the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate. Some residents were seen on the streets hailing the APC members for the victory they had after the election. This happened today immediately after observing Juma'at Prayer at Osogbo Central Mosque. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared the candidate of the All Progressives Congress, Gboyega Oyetola, the winner of the Osun governorship election.

President Buhari's personal photographer, Bayo Omoboriowo, gave the advise following the disqualification of the Minister of Communication, Adebayo Shittu, from running for governor of Oyo state. Yesterday, the APC National Working Committee, screened Adebayo out of the Oyo state governorship race because he did not have his NYSC certificate. Read what Bayo wrote below

*Despite FG’s Offer of Reopening Talks, Labour Begins Strike Thursday* President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Mr. Ayuba Wabba Organised labour has made good its threat to commence a warning strike across the country thursday, asking all its members to ignore work and stay at home from the middle of last night. By the industrial action, all public and private offices, including banks and petrol stations would shut down. The action by workers came in defiance of a late rally by the federal government, which offered to restart negotiations on new national minimum wage after weeks of suspension. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Trade Union Congress (TUC) and all its allies and affiliate unions have jointly mobilised their members nationwide to ensure observance of the industrial action. As at 8p.m. wednesday when THISDAY spoke with the Head of Information at the NLC, Mr. Benson Ukpah, on the update regarding the strike, he said labour leaders had ordere...

- Essential services in Nigeria are expected to be grounded as workers embark on nationwidestrike- Workers in the petroleum, financial, maritime and other sectors of the economy will be participating in the strike- The strike is to compel the federal government to announce its figure and ensure completion of work on the new national minimum wageFollowing Nigeria labour's nationwide strike which commences today, Wednesday, September 27, distribution of petroleum products, banking and other essential services are expected to be grounded.According to Vanguard, the NLC said the strike was called to compel the federal government to announce its figure and ensure completion of work on the new national minimum wage....Associations who will be joining the nationwidestrike include: Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG), including its Petroleum Tanker Drivers (PTD) branch, Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN), National Union of Bank...

Palestinian officials rejected US President  Donald Trump 's comments supporting a two-state solution for Palestinians and Israelis, saying American policies were destroying any hope for peace. Trump made the statement during the annual United Nations  General Assembly  on Wednesday after meeting Israeli Prime Minister  Benjamin Netanyahu . He said a two-state solution could resolve the decades-old Palestinian-Israeli conflict. It was the first time since taking office that Trump endorsed a two-state solution as the best way to resolve the conflict. Husam Zomlot, head of the recently closed Palestinian mission in Washington, DC, denounced the US president's comments. "Their words go against their actions and their action is absolutely clear [and] is destroying the possibility of the two-state solution," Zumlot said.Trump also said he wanted to unveil details of what he has long referred to as the "deal of the century" to resolve the  Israel...

Nazanin Mandi,  the fiancee of Grammy Award-winning singer,  Miguel  shared this loved-up photo of them sharing a tongue biting kiss as they held each other.

The Union of European Football Associations, UEFA, has revealed nine records Barcelona ace, Lionel Messi and Juventus star, Cristiano Ronaldo have not yet broken in the history of Europe’s topflight competitions, (Champions League and Europe League). UEFA took to their official website today to release the records, indicating that Messi and Ronaldo are yet to break the following feats in the Europe topflight leagues:   1. Most appearances – Messi has 126, while Ronaldo has 158, but the record is being held by Porto goalkeeper, Iker Casillas (179).   2. Most final goals – Messi has scored only two final goals (in 2009 and 2011), while Ronaldo has four (one apiece in 2008 and 2014, and two in 2017) but is still three shy of the record shared by two Real Madrid legends, Alfredo Di Stéfano, Ferenc Puskás, who have both scored seven.   3. Oldest goalscorer – AC Milan legend, Paolo Maldini scored for his side’s defeat to Liverpool at the age of 36 in the 2005...

Griffith University is Australia’s Remarkable University known for its teaching Excellence, research Intensity and Industrial Placement. Meet with Griffith in-country representative in Lagos and Abuja to discuss Career options, Application procedures, Visa counseling, Post study work Opportunities and life in Griffith University, Australia. Details of event are as follows: DATE: 2 nd  OCTOBER, 2018 LOCATION: LAGOS IKEJA VENUE: BCIE OFFICE 95 ADENIYI JONES, IKEJA TIME: 1:00PM– 5:00PM DATE: 3 rd  OCTOBER, 2018 LOCATION: LAGOS VICTORIA ISLAND VENUE: BCIE OFFICE 14 MURI OKUNOLASTREET OFF AJOSE ADEOGUN STREET VICTORIA ISLAND, LAGOS. TIME: 1:00PM – 4:00PM APPLICATIONS FOR FEBRUARY, 2019 ARE ONGOING, COME ALONG WITH YOUR ACADEMIC DOCUMENTS To register your attendance, please follow this link:  https://griffithuniversity.typeform.com/to/wSYLCU For further information or to make an appointment please contact: Griffith University Nigeria Repres...

China's deputy trade negotiator on Tuesday acknowledged the challenge in resuming negotiations with the US, saying: "How could you negotiate with someone when he puts a knife on your neck?" Wang Shouwen made the remarks at a press conference in Beijing aimed at highlighting a newly issued government policy paper on bilateral trade frictions, in which China portrays itself as a victim of US protectionism and bullying. The paper was released Monday shortly after  US President Donald Trump slapped 10% tariffs  on $200 billion worth of Chinese imports. China has retaliated with 5-10% tariffs on $60 billion worth of American goods. Echoing a position outlined in the 36,000-word document, Wang left the door open for further trade talks but emphasized it was "entirely up to the US side" to show respect and sincerity for negotiations to restart. He pointed to agreements reached at previous four rounds of talks but only to have Trump tear the deals apart ...

It is not just a bottle of hand lotion that you already own a beautiful skin. If you choose the wrong type of cream or cream for me the wrong way, your effort will bust. You've applied the lotion correctly? Skin care is very important to determine the quality of your skin. Before embarking on this task, you need to know about skin type, condition your skin to skin effect. In addition to skin care procedures and what should be in the skin care products, you also need to know how to use them how to take full advantage of the efficiency of the product, to avoid losing money brings disabilities. Many women do not regret hand 'bought' for themselves the expensive skin care products. But if you apply moisturizer cream jars turned the wrong way will become useless expensive, potentially making pumpkin face was lead to pimples. Use lotion and rub the wrong way: - Use your fingers cream: This is the fastest way to bottle contamination cream, ice cream lotion diminishing ...

The amazing effect of exercising on the skin. Speaking of exercise, any one of us understands that this is one of the essential "tasks" that are key to maintaining a healthy, stable, lifelike lifestyle. But along with that, you may not know that your skin is also affected significantly when the exercise is taking place every day. So let's see in detail what these effects are, bad or good right below to cope with the right to you. For people who want to improve their health, want to own the waist and body tidy, toned, taking the time to exercise every day is almost impossible to mention. Along with that, your skin will also receive certain benefits, combined with some bad effects that need attention. #first. Exercise is the solution to skin aging. In fact, skin care products are not the only solution that can bring you a youthful looking skin. According to a study conducted at McMaster University in Ontario, researchers found that those who exercised at least three hou...

Obieze Martinz; Founder of Martinz Creation Film Academy and Film Production is preparing to take his platform titled "The Story Teller" to the next level.This he disclosed on his Instagram and Facebook page. On the other hand the published writer, movie director and Executive producer has decided to ensure adequate excise through dancing hence his new platform named "Free Dance" Free Dance is going to be featuring talented dancers in Enugu  State and beyond. He at the same time is making preparation for another movie production.

Obieze Martinz; Founder of Martinz Creation Film Academy and Film Production is preparing to take his platform titled "The Story Teller" to the next level.This he disclosed on his Instagram and Facebook page. On the other hand the published writer, movie director and Executive producer has decided to ensure adequate excise through dancing hence his new platform named "Free Dance" Free Dance is going to be featuring talented dancers in Enugu  State and beyond. He at the same time is making preparation for another movie production.

When I announced in May that I was expecting a baby, I said I was going to buy a Bentley Mulsanne for me and my prince to be cruising around town in; did y’all think I was joking? Lol. Gosh, if I tried to, I wouldn’t be able to explain what being a mum means to me. I’m in a different zone now! Hehe My mum has been shaking her head since I got the car. Lol. She said to me and my dad; do you know how many houses in Owerri you could have bought with that money? I was like; what the heck do I need houses in Owerri for, I have a house in Lagos. Lol. Anyway I just wanted to share in this joy and also pray for everyone out there calling on God for their breakthrough. Please don’t give up on yourself and don’t give up on God. Things might look bleak now but trust in your journey and keep fighting. If anyone had told me when I turned 30 in 2010 and I was in bed crying and feeling hopeless, that 8 years later, I would be able to afford my house or this car, I never would have believ...

Bicci Alli, who is the chairman Oyo State Board of Internal Revenue, has said the closure of Obasanjo farms in Ibadan was not politically motivated as being speculated. The board chairman said this in Ibadan on Thursday while reacting to the closure of the business of a former president, Olusegun Obasanjo, in Ibadan. “Our process and procedures are not driven by political consideration, we work for the state government and the intention is to bring in revenue following the due process,” he said. “We have been doing some exercises in the last two days, unfortunately people are trying to read political meanings to our action; we never did that because of politics. “We went to enforce and restrain the activities in Obasanjo farms in Ibadan because the organisation did not pay what it was supposed to pay as tax. “I am glad to tell you that they have come back to pay what they are supposed to and their business premises has since been reopened,” he said.   He further ur...