June 28, 2018 – Page 2 – Politics Governance

Governors meet over minimum wage

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The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) on Wednesday night met in Abuja to discuss issues of minimum wage, insecurity and other matters of interests for the development of the country. While the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) is proposing a minimum wage of N65,000 for workers, the governors have been insisting on the staggering of the implementation of the new wage, if approved. Also on the meeting agenda was discussion on the issue of insecurity, especially the killings in Jos. The governors were also expected to meet with the Postmaster-General of the…

killings: PDP declares 7 days mourning

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The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has declared a mourning period of seven days for the victims of attacks in in Plateau State and other parts of the country. The National Publicity Secretary, Mr. Kola Ologbondiyan, said that during the mourning period, the party’s flags in its offices will be flown at half-mast in honour of those who lost their lives. Ologbondiyan said that beyond declaring a mourning period, the party wants residents of Plateau to demand justice, defend their rights and sue the Federal Government. “The PDP urges the people…

UEFA bans AC Milan for 2 seasons

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UEFA has handed AC Milan a two-year ban from European competitions following a breach of FFP rules. The Italian giants finished sixth in Serie A last season to secure their spot in next season’s Europa League. But they will not be taking part in the competition after UEFA confirmed they had breached FFP guidelines. Milan will be excluded from participating in 2018/19 and the next season even if they qualify for one of Europe’s competitions. Milan were taken over in 2016 and spent over £170m on new players last summer,…

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Senator Dafinone Celebrates Promotion Of AIG Dankwara To Deputy Inspector-General of Police October 29, 2025
By Nelson Agbajor Senator Ede Dafinone, representing the good people of Delta Central Senatorial District at the National Assembly, joined dignitaries and top security officials on Monday, October 28, 2025, at the official decoration ceremony of AIG Mohammed Dankwara, who was elevated to the rank of Deputy Inspector-General of Police (DIG). Our correspondent […]
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GCM Honours Delta PPRO SP Edafe Bright, ASP Julius Robinson (CP-SAT) Commander October 28, 2025
Non-profit organization, Game Changers Movement, GCM, has given award of merit and commitment to the Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Edafe Bright and ASP Julius Robinson (CP-SAT) Commander, for their unrelenting efforts in fighting crime in Delta State. The award was bestowed on them in an event organized […]
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