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NLC Urges President Tinubu to Withdraw Tax Reform Bill in New Year Message
As the nation steps into the year 2025, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has extended warm New Year greetings to every worker and citizen across the country. In a heartfelt message, NLC President Comrade Joe Ajaero urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to withdraw the current Tax Reform Bill before the National Assembly, emphasizing the need for inclusive dialogue and stakeholder participation.
Comrade Ajaero highlighted the challenges of survival faced by Nigerians and called for collective resolve to drive the nation out of underdevelopment. “No external power will deliver us from the scourge of economic hardship and stagnation. It is only through our collective effort and determination that we can propel our nation forward,” he stated.
The NLC President emphasized the importance of governance translating into real benefits for the people, including access to food and nutrition, better healthcare, quality housing, education, transportation, and greater security of lives and properties. He called for policies that reflect transparency, honesty, and inclusivity, devoid of chicanery, nepotism, and strong-arm tactics.
Comrade Ajaero reiterated the NLC’s call for the federal government to withdraw the present Tax Bill and involve key national stakeholders in the process. “As we embark on a National Dialogue in Ibadan in January 2025, we want to join hands in co-creating a new national Tax law that would enjoy wider acceptance and fulfill its purpose of propelling national development,” he said.
The NLC also urged the Federal Government to prioritize industrial peace by taking social dialogue seriously, pursuing pro-human-progress policies, and respecting agreements with trade unions. Comrade Ajaero warned against the increasing use of violence in engagements with workers and unions, describing it as a recipe for industrial disharmony.
He insisted that governments at all levels must comply with the provisions of the 2024 National Minimum Wage Act from the beginning of the year. Given the economic realities imposed by recent government policies, the NLC plans to engage the government for a wage review to safeguard workers’ welfare. “Our nation will become more productive when the incomes of workers are able to meet at least their basic needs,” he added.
Comrade Ajaero called for unity in ensuring a Nigeria where workers’ welfare, decent work environments, and the security of life and property are prioritized. “Together, through collective effort and determination, we can transform our nation into one of progress, inclusion, and shared prosperity,” he concluded.
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Governor Yusuf Condoles Emir Sunusi II,APC Chairman Over The Demise Of Galadiman Kano
In a solemn expression of grief, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has extended his heartfelt condolences to the Emir of Kano, His Highness Mallam Muhammadu Sanusi II, the Kano Emirate Council, and the Kano State APC Chairman, Alhaji Abdullahi Abbas, following the passing of the esteemed Galadiman Kano, Alhaji Abbas Sanusi.
The late Galadiman Kano, who passed away at the age of 91 on Tuesday night in Kano, was a revered elder statesman and a cornerstone of the Kano Emirate. His life was marked by dedicated service to the Emirate, where he held prominent traditional titles, including Wamban Kano, and served as a trusted advisor to the late Emir of Kano, Alhaji Ado Bayero.
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf described the loss as a profound tragedy, not only for the Emirate but for the entire state of Kano. He praised the late Galadiman Kano for his wisdom, discipline, and unwavering commitment to preserving Kano’s rich cultural and traditional heritage.
“The passing of Alhaji Abbas Sanusi is a great loss to Kano State. He was a father to many and a custodian of our rich traditions. His wisdom and contributions to the progress of the Emirate will be remembered for generations,” Governor Yusuf remarked.
The Governor also extended his condolences to the people of Kano State, emphasizing the monumental loss of Alhaji Abbas Sanusi. He prayed for Almighty Allah’s mercy upon the departed soul and for strength for the family to endure this great loss.
In a statement signed by Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, Commissioner of Information and Internal Affairs, Governor Yusuf urged the people of Kano to honor the memory of the late Galadiman Kano through prayers and by upholding the values of unity and service that he exemplified throughout his life.
The passing of Alhaji Abbas Sanusi leaves a void in Kano’s traditional leadership, but his legacy of wisdom and dedication will continue to inspire generations to come.
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Hon. Abubakar Bichi Mourns The Passing Of Galadiman Kano, Alhaji Abbas Sunusi At 92
In a heartfelt tribute, Honourable Abubakar Kabir Abubakar, Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Appropriation, has mourned the passing of Alhaji Abbas Sunusi, the Galadiman Kano, who died at the age of 92. The late Galadiman Kano passed away in Kano on Tuesday and was laid to rest the following day in accordance with Islamic rites.
Expressing his condolences, Hon. Abubakar Kabir Abubakar described the news of Alhaji Abbas Sunusi’s passing as a source of profound sadness and shock. He praised the late Galadiman Kano for leading a peaceful and exemplary life, which he deemed worthy of emulation.
The Honourable Member highlighted the special connection between the late Galadiman Kano and the people of Bichi, where he was born during the tenure of his father, the late Emir Muhammad Sanusi I, as the district head of Bichi. This bond, he noted, has continued to foster a sense of belonging among the people of Bichi, a constituency Hon. Abubakar currently represents in the Federal House of Representatives.
In his statement, Hon. Abubakar extended his condolences to the Kano State APC Chairman, Alhaji Abdullahi Abbas Sunusi, who lost his father at a time when his guidance and wisdom were most needed.
“On behalf of my family and the entire people of Bichi Federal Constituency, I pray to Almighty Allah to grant the late Galadiman Kano, Alhaji Abbas Sunusi, eternal rest and Aljannatul Firdausi,” said Hon. Abubakar Kabir Abubakar.
The passing of Alhaji Abbas Sunusi marks the end of an era for Kano State and the Kano Emirate Council, leaving behind a legacy of peace and leadership that will be remembered for generations to come.
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