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July 5, 2024 Federal Government Lists More Flood Prone States, Warns Against Worsening Cholera
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Federal Government Lists More Flood Prone States, Warns Against Worsening Cholera

The Federal Government of Nigeria has warned that the increasing level of flooding and continuous rainfall may worsen the spread of cholera in the country.

The Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, JOSEPH TERLUMUM raised the concern while addressing a press conference on Thursday.

According to him, a total of 63 deaths and 2,102 suspected cases have already been recorded as of Wednesday, 3rdJuly, 2024, since the outbreak of the epidemic.

Recent incessant rains have resulted in floods in some states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), a situation that prompted the minister to call on state governments across the country to intensify efforts in clearing drainages.

July 4, 2024 NLC Frowns at Governors Attempting to Hijack Minimum Wage Negotiations
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NLC Frowns at Governors Attempting to Hijack Minimum Wage Negotiations

The Nigeria Labour Congress – NLC has described state governors’ interference in the national minimum wage negotiation as unconstitutional.

The head of information and public affairs for the NLC, Comrade BENSON UPAH stated this in Abuja, explaining that the major issue in the minimum wage negotiation with the government is prioritisation and political will.

Comrade UPAH described the governors’ desire to take over the negotiation as completely irrational, warning that placing labour on the concurrent list could lead to a multiplication of laws, making it difficult for investors to navigate the legal landscape.

He also noted that there could be potential socioeconomic consequences if states were allowed to set their own minimum wages.

July 4, 2024 Akwa Ibom State Government Clear Air On Sunrise to Sunset Operations at Victor Attah International Airport
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Akwa Ibom State Government Clear Air On Sunrise to Sunset Operations at Victor Attah International Airport

The Akwa Ibom State Government has affirmed that the Victor Attah international airport is safe and fully operational, with its airfield lighting and all other safety accessories intact and functional.

The current sunrise to sunset operation approved by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) is in place to facilitate the completion and integration of the rapid exit way at the 21axis of the active runway of the airport.

A statement signed by the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Comrade INI EMEMOBONG indicated thatthe completion of the rapid exit way is critical to the taxi way becoming fully operational and that as soon as the construction works are completed, the airport will revert to regular scheduled operations.

The statement also added that the current administration, led by Governor UMO ENO is dedicated to maximizing the state’s potential in the aviation industry.

TheMaintenance, Repair and Operations – MRO and other critical infrastructure at the airport are currently receiving priority attention and the contractors are on site working assiduously to ensure timely completion.

July 2, 2024 Police Arrest 4 Fake EFCC Operatives in Akwa Ibom
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Police Arrest 4 Fake EFCC Operatives in Akwa Ibom

Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested four suspected fake Economic Financial Crimes Commission officers while planning to abduct and collect N150 million ransom from their victim.

Parading the suspects alongside others at the command headquarters in Ikot Akpan Abia, Uyo, on Monday, the Commissioner of Police, CP WAHEED AYILARA, said the principal suspect, EMMANUEL AKPAYAK, masterminded the kidnap of the would-be victim whom he owed over N12 million, to extort money from him and subsequently kill him to evade repayment of his debt.

AYILARA noted that all suspects would be charged in court at the end of investigations and urged the people of Akwa Ibom to always provide the police with useful information that would help in the eradication of crime and criminal elements in the State.

While thanking Governor UMO ENO for his massive support to police, the Commissioner said he shall leave no stone unturned in ensuring security and peace in the state.

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