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November 15, 2024 Primary Schools In India Shut Down Due to Worsening Air Quality

Primary Schools In India Shut Down Due to Worsening Air Quality

Primary schools in Delhi are closing down due to worsening air pollution.

The Indian capital’s chief minister, ATISHI MARLENA SINGH said classes will move online, until further notice due to a thick smog that has enveloped the city.

Delhi and nearby cities are experiencing pollution levels that are deemed hazardous to people’s health. On Thursday, fine particulate matter in the air was more than 50 times what is considered safe by the World Health Organization (WHO).

Delhi and northern states in India, annually face smog during the winter due to a confluence of dropping temperatures, smoke, dust, low wind speeds, vehicle emissions and crop stubble burning.

November 11, 2024 Governor Umo Eno to Pay “Enomber” Salary to Akwa Ibom Workers

Governor Umo Eno to Pay “Enomber” Salary to Akwa Ibom Workers

As part of his commitment to the welfare of public workers in the State, Governor UMO ENO has announced that the 13th month salary, popularly known as Eno-Mber will be paid next month to bring a more joyful Yuletide to civil servants in the state.

The Governor made this announcement yesterday, during a church service at the Eternity Mission International Church in Uyo.

The 13th month salary, which the Governor started paying last year, was hugely popular amongst the State’s Civil Servants and the announcement of the planned payment again this year is expected to be massively received by the workers.

Governor ENO, also at the occasion announced that the payment of the 80,000 naira minimum wage to all public servants will commence shortly after completion of the ongoing proper verification exercise.

November 8, 2024 Presidency Insists CNG is More Affordable and Safer Alternative to Petrol

Presidency Insists CNG is More Affordable and Safer Alternative to Petrol

The Presidency, under Bola Tinubu is maintaining that that the Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) is a safer and more affordable alternative to petrol.

The Special Adviser to President BOLA TINUBU on Information and Strategy, BAYO ONANUGA, mentioned this on his X handle on Thursday, to allay fears among Nigerians.

His reaction is sequel to a report that the Malaysian government is planning to phase out natural gas-powered vehicles, by July 2025.

According to the presidential spokesperson, Malaysia’s transition away from costly, dirtier petrol and diesel was unsuccessful, unlike that of India, China, Iran, and Egypt.

October 30, 2024 FCCPC Warns Against Continuous Service Disruptions by Commercial Banks

FCCPC Warns Against Continuous Service Disruptions by Commercial Banks

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has warned financial institutions against continuing disruption in online banking services across Nigeria.

A statement by the commission’s Executive Vice Chairman/ Chief Executive Officer, TUNJI BELLO, said it was deeply concerned by the disruption which has hindered customers from accessing their funds, making payments, and carrying out essential transactions.

According to the commission, service providers are required by the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act to be transparent and communicate with customers openly and accurately.

It said during service disruption, it is essential that banks keep their customers fully informed about the causes, scope, and anticipated duration of any service issues.

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