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Chairman of BUA Group, Abdul Rabiu, on Sunday approved a 50 percent salary increment for staff across board. Rabiu made the disclosure in an internal memo signed in Lagos by Mr. Mohammed Wali, BUA’s Head of Human Resources. The memo quoted the chairman as saying that the increment was to mitigate the impact of the economic hardship currently being faced in the country. He said the salary increment would cover both permanent (regular) and non-permanent staff, with effect from February 1, 2024. “Sequel to the above development, the Human Resources and Finance departments are processing the increase to ensure that…

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has said President Bola Tinubu has no clear ideas on how to solve the foreign exchange crisis, which has affected the Naira and exacerbated the economic situation in the country. The PDP presidential candidate in the 2023 elections stated this against the backdrop of Tinubu’s meeting last Thursday with governors and other stakeholders to address the Foreign Exchange crisis and the problem of economic downturn. Atiku, however, made some suggestions on his verified X platform, including a managed-floating foreign exchange system and ensuring sufficient FX reserves as contained in his policy document titled: “My Covenant…

The Lagos State Government has said it will begin full enforcement of the ban on the usage and distribution of Styrofoam food containers all over the state on Monday. The government said it would seize and confiscate any styrofoam found in shops within the state. Styrofoam is a raw material used to manufacture disposable plates used in eateries. In January, the state government announced its decision to ban the use and distribution of Styrofoam and other single-use plastics across the state. The decision was reached following the menace that single-use plastics, especially the non-biodegradable Styrofoam, were causing on the environment,…

The Federal Government, through the Minister of Works, David Umahi, has summoned cement manufacturers in Nigeria to a meeting following the increase in the price of the commodity. Those invited to the meeting include Dangote Plc, BUA Plc, Larfarge, and other manufacturers. The meeting with the minister, which is aimed at looking into the challenges that led to the latest hike in price, is scheduled for Monday, February 19, 2024, at the Federal Ministry of Works, Mabushi-Abuja, at 1 pm. According to a statement on Saturday by the Special Adviser to the Minister on Media, Uchenna Orji, the minister was…

Former Vice President of Nigeria, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, described the ex-Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings Plc, Herbert Wigwe, who died last week along with his wife Chizoba and son Chizi in a helicopter crash, as a man who did great things quietly. Osinbajo, in a condolence message via a Facebook post on Saturday, reminisced on an afternoon spent with Wigwe, the founder of Wigwe University, at his home on February 1. “He shared the Wigwe University Vision, collaborations with Ivy League universities, immediate research objectives, the scholarship scheme for bright students unable to pay fees, and how the infrastructure…

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors has issued health care guidelines for the heatwave currently being experienced in parts of the country. The association made the advisory in a message posted via its X handle on Saturday. The advisory, titled ‘Stay safe in the heatwave,’ read, “As temperatures soar, it’s crucial to stay vigilant and take care of ourselves.” The association warns “that the extreme temperatures could provoke ill health, endanger Eutherians, and may cause death. Staying safe in hot weather is essential for your well-being. Let us look out for each other and take the necessary precautions to stay…

Mohamed Salah scored on his Premier League return as Liverpool eased to a 4-1 win at Brentford. Salah, coming off the bench for his first appearance since injuring a hamstring on duty with Egypt at the Africa Cup of Nations, netted his side’s third goal moments after making a brilliant assist for Alexis Mac Allister to make it 2-0. Darwin Nunez had opened the scoring with a superbly-taken chip to cap a wonderful counter attack in the first half as Jurgen Klopp’s league leaders ensure they would finish the weekend still on top. Ivan Toney continued his goalscoring form since…

The Nigerian Senate has stated that the federal parliament is ready to review the constitution to accommodate state police, provided the decentralization of the security system ends insecurity. President Bola Tinubu, at a meeting with state governors on Thursday, approved the constitution of a committee to explore the modalities for the establishment of state police. The police are currently on the exclusive legislative list in the constitution, barring state governments from establishing state police. Senate President Godswill Akpabio had, earlier this week, constituted a 45-member committee to further review the 1999 constitution. The panel will be inaugurated next Tuesday. The…

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has rewarded the Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, who participated in the just concluded 2023 African Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast. The governor, who announced a N20 million reward for Nwabali, said he will also be bestowed with the honour of Distinguished Service Star of Rivers State. Fubara also gifted N30 million to the Super Eagles’ crew, who were present. Fubara said his administration will sustain purposeful governance and administrative efficiency because they are helping the people of the state engage in ventures that bring honour. In a related development, for emerging as champions…

Xabi Alonso is an incredible talent from the new generation of managers, given his impressive run at Bayer Leverkusen, soon-to-depart Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp said. The former Liverpool and Real Madrid midfielder has been linked to the upcoming opening at Anfield after Klopp announced last month that he would step down at the end of the season. Alonso guided Leverkusen from near the bottom of the Bundesliga to a five-point lead at the top within 16 months. The 42-year-old coach secured a spot in the German Cup semi-finals and notably defeated serial champions Bayern Munich 3-0 last weekend. “Xabi is…