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NLC Threatens Nationwide Shutdown in Response to Government Failures and Violations

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Abuja, Nigeria – August 31, 2023 – In an extensive session, the National Executive Council (NEC) of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) convened on Thursday, the 31st day of August, 2023, to address the pressing issues plaguing the nation. The council’s discussions centered around the dire hardships and suffering experienced by citizens across all states of Nigeria and the federal government’s perceived neglect of their plight.

During the meeting, NEC examined the federal government’s failure to establish essential structures to alleviate the widespread suffering, contrasting this with the government’s commitment to engage in social dialogue, as previously pledged during President’s inaugural address on May 29, 2023. The council also expressed alarm over the escalating threats against trade unions and their leaders, emanating from various Governors and organizations.

Key points addressed by the NEC include:

Fuel Price Hike: The federal government’s refusal to engage in meaningful dialogue and reach agreements with organized labor concerning the repercussions of the recent petrol price increase, which has exacerbated the suffering of Nigerian workers and the masses.

Onslaught Against Trade Unions: A renewed onslaught against trade unions and their leadership by state authorities and agents across Nigeria.

Illegal Occupation of NURTW Headquarters: The illegal occupation of the National Headquarters of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) by the police under certain forces, impeding the union’s ability to serve its members nationwide.

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Imo State: Ongoing efforts by the Imo state government to undermine the Congress in the state and exploit workers’ rights, despite efforts to resolve the issue amicably.

Abia State: The interference of the Abia State Government in trade union affairs, attempts to impose its own leadership on state councils, and the intimidation of workers and unions in the state.

Aviation Sector Violations: Violations of workers’ rights to join unions of their choice within certain aviation companies, including Airpeace Airline, in disregard of international conventions and Nigerian laws.

Security Concerns: The unchecked violence by marauders disguising as herdsmen against farmers and citizens nationwide, with the Amalgamated Union of Food Stuffs and Cattle Dealers of Nigeria (AUFCDN) disassociating itself from these activities.

Threats to Abuja Residents: Nyesom Wike, the new Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), threatening to demolish houses of residents despite the government’s failure to provide alternatives.

Nationwide Shutdown: A total and indefinite shutdown of the nation within 14 working days or 21 days from August 31, 2023, until the government takes concrete steps to alleviate mass suffering and impoverishment.

Warning Strike: Commencement of a 2-day nationwide warning strike on September 5th and 6th, 2023, to demonstrate readiness for the upcoming indefinite strike and to demand the vacation of the illegally occupied NURTW National Headquarters.

Protest in Imo State: A mass protest and rally in Imo State in September 2023, with preparations for a significant shutdown of the state to compel the government to respect workers’ rights and trade unions.

Shutdown of Aviation Sector: Initiating the shutdown of operations of Airpeace Airline and other aviation sector companies involved in violating workers’ rights to freedom of association and collective bargaining.

Community Cooperation: Calling on communities nationwide to report matters involving members of the AUFCDN to authorities for resolution, rather than taking the law into their own hands.

Ministerial Demands: Demanding that the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, refrain from threatening the demolition of properties belonging to Abuja’s working-class citizens and instead focus on providing affordable housing solutions.

The NEC’s resolutions reflect their determination to address the grievances of workers and citizens across Nigeria. Comrade Joe Ajaero, President of NLC, and Comrade Emmanuel Ugboaja (Mni), General Secretary, jointly affirmed these decisions as necessary actions to address the nation’s pressing issues. The threat of a nationwide shutdown looms, putting pressure on the government to respond effectively to the people’s concerns

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Kano State Hosts 8th Annual Audit Forum to Enhance Transparency and Accountability

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The 8th Annual Audit Forum, organized by the Office of the Auditor General of Kano State, was held recently, focusing on strengthening transparency and accountability in public financial management. .

Isma’ila Musa, the Auditor General of Kano State, welcomed the participants and highlighted the constitutional and legal mandates that guide the auditing process. “Sections 125(2) of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended) and 36(i) of the Kano State Audit Law, 2021 (as amended) mandate the Office of the Auditor General to audit the accounts and financial statements of the State Government and all Offices and Courts,” he stated.

Musa expressed immense gratitude to His Excellency, Engineer Abba Kabir Yusuf, the Governor of Kano State, for his support in making the event possible. “It is very important to note that a strengthened fiscal transparency will help build trust in governance,” he emphasized. He added that the Audit Forum is a reform intended to reduce opportunities for corruption and abuse of public resources, thereby increasing the efficiency of public expenditures.

The Auditor General also acknowledged the contributions of various officials, including the Hon. Commissioner Ministry of Planning and Budget, the Accountant General, the Executive Chairman of Kano Internal Revenue Services, and former Auditors General, among others. “My sincere appreciation to all the invitees here present for honoring our invitation. I wish us a successful 8th Kano State Annual Audit Forum,” Musa concluded.

In his remarks, the Chairman of the House Committee on Public Accounts, Honorable Tukur Fagge, praised the exercise for its potential to enhance resource management and ensure the success of the tasks at hand. “This exercise will enhance resources management and will realize the success of the task,” Fagge stated.

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Sarkin Shanon Kano, Shehu Muhammad Dankadai, who served as the royal father of the day, also graced the event, adding to the significance of the occasion.

The forum underscored the commitment of the Kano State Government to upholding transparency and accountability, reflecting the administration’s dedication to effective and efficient service delivery.

 

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Breaking: Former Secretary of Federal Electoral Commission, FEDECO, Ahmadu Kurfi Passes On at 93

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November 21, 2024

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A former secretary of the Federal Electoral Commission, Alhaji Ahmadu Kurfi, has passed away.

A family source, Jafar Yakubu, informed NIGERIAN TRACKER about the death of the pioneer secretary of the Federal Electoral Commission, who supervised the 1979 general election.

 

Jafar Yakubu said Alhaji Ahmadu Kurfi died at the age of 93 and his Janaza funeral prayers will take place by 2:30 PM at Kurfi in KATSINA state .

 

Dr. Amadu Kurfi, OFR, was born in 1931. He was a former chairman of the then Marketing Board, former Federal Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Defence, and the first person to acquire a BSc degree in the whole of Katsina State, at University College London in 1957.

 

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President Tinubu Sacks UNIZIK Vice-Chancellor, Registrar

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The governing council of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University has been dissolved by President Bola Tinubu.

The president dissolved the council and approved the removal of the institution’s vice-chancellor Bernard Odoh and the university registrar, Rosemary Nwokike.

A statement by Bayo Onanuga, the special adviser to the president on information and strategy said the action by Tinubu follows allegations of procedural violations in the appointment of the Vice-Chancellor.

He also said that the council led by Greg Ozumba Mbadiwe and including five other members—Hafiz Oladejo, Augustine Onyedebelu, Engr. Amioleran Osahon, and Rtd. Gen. Funsho Oyeneyin was accused of bypassing due process to appoint an unqualified candidate, prompting federal intervention.

Onanuga said, “The sacking of the governing council and officials followed reports that the council illegally appointed an unqualified vice-chancellor without following due process.

He added that following the controversial appointment, the Federal Government stepped in to address the rivalry between the university’s Senate and the governing council of the institution.

“The government expressed concern over the council’s apparent disregard for the university’s governing laws in its selection process”, Onanuga added.

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