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The PUNCH: Nigeria Labour Congress Insists on Meeting Demands Amidst Fuel Subsidy Removal.
Ahead of the scheduled meeting between the Federal Government and the organised labour today (Monday), the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has emphasized that the government must address its demands to mitigate the impact of fuel subsidy removal. The union has warned that it will not hesitate to call for industrial action, stating that it had only temporarily suspended its planned strike.
Daily Trust: Nigerian Pilgrims Face Airlift Delay for Hajj.
With just four days remaining until the closure of Saudi Arabia’s airspace for Hajj flights, thousands of intending pilgrims from Nigeria are at risk of missing the annual pilgrimage due to airlift delays. Particularly affected are pilgrims traveling through licensed Hajj and Umrah operators, who have been stranded at various airports for the past few days.
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The Guardian: Electricity Tariff Set to Increase, Signaling End of Energy Subsidy.
Nigerians may face tougher times ahead as electricity tariffs are poised to increase by over 40 percent in the coming days. This development, which may eventually lead to the elimination of all energy subsidies in the country, comes as a response to the monthly subsidy of approximately N50 billion in the electricity sector due to revenue shortfalls. The tariff hike, scheduled to take effect from July 1, presents a significant challenge to the market reform agenda of the Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration.
Vanguard: Ministerial Slot Agitation Sparks In-Fighting in APC.
The race for ministerial appointments has sparked internal conflicts within some state chapters of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Governors, former governors, and party leaders are vying for the opportunity to present their preferred candidates to President Bola Tinubu. Beyond APC stakeholders, leaders from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), and other parties are also reportedly competing for inclusion on the ministerial list.
The Nation: President Tinubu Receives Support from Lawmakers and Eminent Nigerians.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has garnered support from federal lawmakers and received commendations from eminent Nigerians for his actions over the past 22 days. Senate President Godswill Akpabio, in two separate events, reiterated that senators would provide legislative support to enable the President to deliver on his promises and fulfill the expectations of the people.
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