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Tinubu Resumes Minimum Wage Meeting With Labour Leaders

The organized labor unions, including the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC), are currently meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.

The meeting is expected to put finishing touches to issues on the new minimum wage.

The Labour team is led by the President of the NLC, Joe Ajaero and that of the TUC, Comrade Festus Osifo.

Last week, President Tinubu met with Labour leaders over the Minimum wage issue where he declared that Nigerian workers deserve improved welfare, better wages, as well as safe and enhanced working conditions.

The President also said he was concerned about the welfare of Nigerian workers and that his administration was working seriously to come up with a wage that would be acceptable to all.

Meanwhile on their part, Labour maintained that their demand for N250,000 still stands as against the N62,000 proposal of the federal government.

After last week’s Federal Executive Council meeting, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, told reporters that the President would meet Labour Leaders to reach a consensus.

The Minister had said President Tinubu would hold a follow-up meeting with the labour leaders in continuation of his consultation with the stakeholders.

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Stop Giving Admission to Underaged Persons – JAMB Warns Universities

Prof Ishaq Oloyede, Registrar of the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB), has issued a warning to universities.

Oloyede asked universities to stop admission of underaged persons, describing the development as “illegal”.
He said that illegal admission, such as admitting underaged, should be stopped.
Oloyede made the assertion at the opening of the seventh biennial conference of Committee of Pro-Chancellors of State-Owned Universities in Nigeria on Tuesday in Lagos.
The theme of the conference was ‘Effective University Governance: Role of Stakeholders’.
He said that for the sake of accountability, data protection and integrity of the nation, this act needed to stop because anything that was irregular was illegal..
“About two months ago, I received a letter from an European country to confirm if a student actually graduated from a particular university because she is 15 years old and applied for postgraduate course.
 
“They question they asked me is “Is this possible in Nigeria.
 
“I had to call the Vice Chancellor of the institution and he confirmed the student graduated from the university but was not admitted by JAMB.
 
“He had to include that he was not the VC at the time the student was admitted,” Oloyede said.
 
He noted that state owned universities must do a lot on this situation because they constituted more in number than federal universities.
 
“Also illegal admission of diploma students needs to stop because last year, we admitted 9,000 diploma students; I was alarmed that about 3,000 students came from a particular university.
 
“Everyone of us should be accountable because all these acts can damage our education system,” Oloyede said.
Prof Ibrahim Gambari, former Chief of Staff to the President urged the pro-chancellors to make plan of action on how they could make their institutions as competent and attractive as federal and private universities.
Gambari said that by so doing, it ensured that they were able to retain some of the best faculty and staff which attracted the best in the pool of eligible students.
“State owned universities must explore how best to carve out specific niches which inevitably place them in a position to exploit corresponding comparative advantages that enhance their position.
 
“Successfully executing this , a foundation for brand creation and recognition is ascertained,”he said.
Senator Joshua Lidani, Chairman of COPSUN, said that the theme encompassed many issues that had to do with governance in the university system.
Lidani, Pro-Chancellor, Gombe State University, said that currently there were several challenges bedevilling the university system and tertiary education generally.
 
“Some of these challenges include: corrupt practices, impersonation, miracle exam centres, inadequate funding, proliferation of universities.
 
“Others were discriminate and premature dissolution of governing councils and boards of tertiary educational institutions and delay in reconstituting them,” he said.
Lidani added that apart from the illegality of these acts, a huge vacuum was usually left in the administration of the institution leading to all kinds of anomalies.
“Incessant strike action by ASUU and other labour unions and the attendant consequences in stability, quality and standards.
 
“These are definitely not exhaustive but are symptomatic of the deep malaise that is affecting the system and extent of the problem.
 
“Of course, this conference alone will not be able to address the problem but it can raise public consciousness and alarm at the threat posed to good governance, standards and quality in the tertiary educational system.
 
“I have no doubt that the conference can point the way forward and advise on the way stakeholders can play a better and rightful role in uplifting the standards of education in the country,” he said.
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BREAKING: JAMB Releases 2024 Supplementary UTME Results

The results of candidates of the supplementary Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME have been released by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB.

The supplementary UTME was conducted between Friday, June 21st and Saturday, June 22nd, 2024.

JAMB’s spokesman, Fabian Benjamin, directed candidates on how to check their results.

“To check their supplementary UTME results, candidates are to send UTMERESULT to either 55019 or 66019 through the same phone number they had used to generate their profile codes at the start of registration,” he stated.

Benjamin said the supplementary examination was conducted for 28,835 candidates, who were unable to be biometrically verified during the main 2024 UTME and were unable to take their examination.

A statement by Benjamin said: “Similarly, the other category of candidates were those suspected to have been involved in examination malpractices during the main UTME but who were given a second chance to sit the examination.

“The exercise, which recorded a huge success nationwide, was marked by heightened security measures put in place by the Board to preclude any instance of examination infractions. As such, some nefarious characters, who had attempted to impersonate bona fide candidates were apprehended and handed over to law enforcement agencies for further investigation and prosecution.

“The Board would continue to ensure that no candidate benefits from any acts of infractions through the deployment of state-of-the-art technology before, during and after its examinations.

“Candidates are, therefore, urged, in their own interest, to refrain from engaging in any form of irregularity during their examinations. They are also enjoined to desist from soliciting score upgrades from fraudsters or engage in the mutilation of their result sheets while trying to generate fake result sheets with higher scores.”

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You Have No Power to Query Me, Chief Imam Not Traditional Title Holder – Ayilara Slams Soun of Ogbomoso

The Chief Imam of Ogbomoso, Sheik Teliat Yinus Avilara has replied the Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Afolabi Ghandi Olaoye.
According to the Imam, the office of the Chief Imam is not a traditional title.
Ayilara noted that the Chief Imam is not under the control of the Soun of Ogbomoso, hence, Soun has no power to query him.
Ayilara made these declarations in a letter addressed to the Soun as a response to a query issued to the Chief Imam by the traditional ruler.

 

 

Recall that the Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Afolabi Ghandi Olaoye, had earlier issued a query to the Chief Imam for going to Saudi Arabia to perform Hajj exercise without informing him. https://dailypost.ng/2024/06/27/hajj-soun-of-ogbomoso-issues-query-to-chief-imam/
But, the Chief Imam, in his reaction, noted that he responded to the letters issued by the traditional ruler out of deep respect he have for Yoruba culture and tradition.
Ayilara, in the letter signed by his secretary, Ogunleye Sulaimon Ajasa, insisted that as a Muslim and spiritual head of the Muslim community in Ogbomoso, he is not subjugating the rules regulating the practice of Islam to Yoruba tradition and culture.
In the letter made available to DAILY POST on Thursday, Ayilara said, “My case is that the office of Grand Chief Imam of Ogbomosoland is not a traditional title, and as such, it is not under the control of Soun of Ogbomosoland.
 
“My case against your majesty is still in court. And I strongly believe that when a matter is in court, the parties in the case must respect the authority of the court by abstaining from anything that may affect the case in court.
 
“Your majesty calling on me to revert the appointment of those Muslim brethren I installed as Grand Mufti of Ogbomosoland, Amirul Wa’izin of Ogbomosoland, Khadimul-Islam of Ogbomosoland and Kanzul ‘Ulama’ of Ogbomosoland, to immediately return to Nigeria and rectify the appointment of acting Grand Chief Imam of Ogbomosoland I made is directly related to the case in court and I think the court must be respected.
 
“I also need to state that I am responding to your Majesty’s letters out of deep respect I have for Yoruba culture and tradition.
“However, as a Muslim and spiritual head of the Muslim community in Ogbomosoland, I am not subjugating the rules regulating the practice of Islam to Yoruba tradition and culture. It is a collective right of all Muslims. Kabiesi, I have forwarded the letters to my lawyers for onward transmission to the court. God bless Ogbomosoland, God bless Oyo State and God bless Nigeria at large.”
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Soun of Ogbomoso Queries Chief Imam for Going for Hajj Without Approval

The Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Afolabi Ghandi Olaoye, has issued a query to the Chief Imam of Ogbomoso, Shiek Taliat Yunus Olusina Ayilara.
The monarch said the Imam failed to seek the traditional ruler’s permission before embarking on Hajj pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia.

Recall that the traditional ruler has been at loggerheads with the chief Iman for the past few months.

The Chief Imam was among the pilgrims from Nigeria who performed the 1445 Hajj exercise in Saudi Arabia.
Soun, in the query, claimed that the Chief Imam did not inform him before he embarked on the journey.
The traditional ruler in the letter dated 10th June 2024, said that what the Chief Imam did was in contrast with the undertaking he signed before he became the Chief Imam.
In the query, made available to newsmen yesterday, was signed by the palace Secretary, Toyin Ajamu, on behalf of the traditional ruler.
The letter reads: “I refer to the earlier query issued to you with regards to your unbecoming and reprehensible conducts as Chief Imam Agba of Ogbomosoland and the need to desist from such conducts.”
 
“You will recall that on your appointment as Chief Imam Agba of Ogbomosoland you signed an undertaking and agreement which you agreed will be binding on you.”
 
“In the said undertaking, you unequivocally undertook to inform the Soun of Ogbomoso before traveling outside Ogbomoso.”
 
“However, we have been informed that you are currently in Mecca on a Holy pilgrimage without notifying the Soun. This is a clear violation of your undertaking.”
 
“Secondly, you agreed not to appoint any surrogate during your tenure without the approval of His Royal Majesty, Soun of Ogbomoso.”
 
“Nevertheless, we have received information that you have appointed a surrogate namely Sheik Abdulrahman Alim Areo as the acting Chief Imam Agba of Ogbomosoland, who led the Jumat Prayer of Friday, 7th June, 2024 of the Central Mosques.”
 
“This action is a direct breach of your undertakings. As the Soun of Ogbomosoland, I hereby demand that you immediately return to Ogbomoso and rectify these violations and desist from any further actions that violate the the undertakings you signed on the approval of your appointment as Chief Imam Agba of Ogbomosoland.”

When contacted for his reaction through a telephone call, the Chief Imam confirmed the development to newsmen.
He noted that this was not the first time that the monarch will issue him a query.
He said: “Yes. That is what I am confirming for you. He has issued some queries to me in the past. I will send you the documents.”
 
“This time, he issued the query to me that I didn’t inform him before going to Saudi Arabia.”
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JAMB Announces Date To Decide Cut-off Marks For 2024/2025 Admission

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), has disclosed that it would hold a policy meeting on Friday, July 18, 2024, regarding the 2024/2025 admission exercise for tertiary institutions in the country.

The meeting would decide the minimum cut-off marks for the 2024/2025 admission cycle for colleges of education, polytechnics and universities in the country and also set admission guidelines.

This was made known in JAMB’s weekly bulletin, which was made available to the journalists on Monday by the Board Spokesperson, Dr. Fabian Benjamin.

The policy meeting is expected to be chaired by the Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, and have stakeholders such as the National Universities Commission (NUC), National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), National Council for Colleges of Education (NCCE), Heads of tertiary institutions in the country, and the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), among others in attendance.

The statement noted that; “During the exercise, the Registrar will present reports on the just-concluded Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and the ongoing Direct Entry (DE) applications while also analysing key performance indicators that could shape the policy directions of the government.

“Also, the meeting would apprise stakeholders of the salient issues that cropped up in the course of the previous year’s admission exercise. In addition, the policy meeting would look at the performance of candidates in the current year’s UTME in order to determine the year’s minimum admissible score.

“It would be recalled that stakeholders had in the previous year agreed on the minimum admission requirement for admission into universities, polytechnics and colleges of education.

“Furthermore, the meeting would determine the year’s admission requirements while kick-starting the admission process for the current year; discuss unresolved issues emanating from the previous academic year; and, at the same time, appraise the compliance of stakeholders with extant advisories and suggesting further amendments where necessary.”

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Tapswap postpones token allocation date indefinitely, gives reason

TapSwap, a popular tap-to-earn app utilizing TON Blockchain, has announced an indefinite postponement of its token allocation to users.

The app’s representatives are exploring the best methods to reward participants.

John Robbin, TapSwap’s Head of Communications, revealed this during an X space on Wednesday.

TapSwap, launched on February 15, 2024, allows users to mine coins by repeatedly tapping an icon on the Telegram bot screen.

The app has quickly gained popularity in Nigeria, boasting over 50 million users.

Robbin explained that the token allocation method is still being determined, and the process cannot be disclosed before the allocation. He mentioned that the new date for the token launch is July 1.

“We aim to allocate a significant portion of the tokens to the community to keep the tappers engaged. We are in talks with various exchanges and platforms to ensure a win-win situation for everyone,” said Robbin.

He also warned that users exploiting the system would be banned after community checks, urging genuine users to be patient.

Regarding the mining process, Robbin stated, “Open the app and start tapping to earn shares. More taps and upgrades result in more shares when we finalize the tokens.”

The booster option, which allowed users to double their earnings, has ended.

Robbin noted, “We introduced this feature due to the influx of new users to ensure fair allocation at TGE. The funds generated will be used to enhance the game and support our 25 staff members working to maintain the app.”

Robbin encouragetd more people to join the app, noting that there is still time to earn a substantial number of tokens.

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Nigerians Are Not The Only Ones Facing Poverty – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has called on Nigerians to tackle banditry and terrorism.
He said that is the easiest way to end poverty and suffering in the country.
This is as the President said that Nigerians are not the only ones facing poverty in the world.
One of the ways of tackling them, he explained, is to eliminate banditry and terrorism so that farmers cab return to the farm.
According to a statement on Tuesday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity Ajuri Ngelale, the President said this in Lagos on Monday when he received a delegation from the National Assembly who came to felicitate with him on the occasion of Eid-el-Kabir.
The delegation was led by the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, alongside the Deputy Senate President, Jibrin Barau and Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, among others.
According to him, it is imperative for Nigerians to have a change of value system for the nation to make progress.
“Yes, there is poverty; there is suffering in the land. We are not the only people facing such, but we must face our challenges.
 
“We must find a way to eliminate banditry and terrorism so that farmers can bring out food from the farmland.
 
“If you do not have good roads to bring the food to the population, even if you grow the food and you are losing 60-70 per cent to damages, you will pay the price,” the President said.
He challenged citizens to have a change of mindset about Nigeria if the nation is to overcome its current challenges.
“The need (for some citizens) to change the rent-seeking mindset and become more productive to the economy is a challenge. The need to stop smuggling and all economic sabotage.
 
“Why should we have people removing rail tracks and all that, stealing electric cables and sabotaging the economy?
 
“We must embrace the campaign to change our value system. We must tell our people that the challenge we face is for all of us to change our mindset about our country,” Tinubu stressed.
The President also commended the leadership of the National Assembly for the support extended to his administration, which he said had resulted in some of the important developments recorded by his administration.
“It is great pride for me to have the best of partners in the National Assembly. We have to drill down and be all-inclusive in our bid to satisfy our people.
 
“It is daunting, but we cannot run away from the fact that this country must survive the hardship,”he stated.
The President acknowledged the challenges and the task ahead, assuring the nation of his unwavering determination to turn things around.”
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The Rise of Cryptocurrency in the Sports Betting Industry

The adoption of cryptocurrency in sports betting is reshaping the way punters engage with their favourite casino games. Crypto sports betting platforms like crypto casino UK, are gaining tremendous traction among bettors and investors alike, thanks to the transparency, security, and efficiency they provide.

This trend signifies a major shift in the gambling landscape, driven by the advantages of cryptocurrency transactions.

Advantages of Crypto Sports Betting

  1. Speed of transactions: Traditional banking methods is slow, especially when it comes to international transfers. Cryptocurrencies, allow bettors to quickly deposit and withdraw funds without unnecessary delays. This efficiency is important in the fast-paced realm of sports betting, where timing is critical.
  2. Anonymity: Unlike conventional payment methods, cryptocurrencies provide a higher level of anonymity and protection against fraud. This makes them particularly appealing to users who prioritise privacy and security in their transactions.
  3. Diversity: Crypto sports betting also offers bettors the opportunity to diversify their betting portfolio. With the ability to use various cryptocurrencies, bettors can take advantage of different betting markets and opportunities. This diversification can help reduce risks and potentially increase profits.

Challenges of Crypto Sports Betting

  1. Volatility: The value of cryptocurrencies can fluctuate dramatically within short periods, which can pose risks for bettors looking to maintain stable bankrolls.
  2. Lack of regulation: High risk of fraud due to an unregulated market. Bettors should ensure that a platform is reputable and trustworthy for safeguarding ones assets and personal information.
  3. Decentralization Tradeoffs: The decentralized nature of cryptocurrencies means no central authority governs transactions. Many jurisdictions have vague or no specific regulations around cryptocurrency used for sports betting. Undefined rules raise compliance risks and uncertainty for operators and consumers.

Conclusion

With the increasing acceptance of digital currencies, more players are finding crypto transactions to be a convenient and secure alternative to traditional payment methods. This transition not only enhances user experience but also introduces new opportunities for growth within the gaming industry.

The future of cryptocurrency sports betting looks promising. As cryptocurrencies continue to gain mainstream acceptance and adoption, more sports betting platforms will likely incorporate cryptocurrency options. This will provide bettors with more choices and opportunities to bet using their preferred cryptocurrencies.

Furthermore, advancements in blockchain technology, the underlying technology behind cryptocurrencies, can further enhance the security, transparency, and efficiency of crypto sports betting.

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Binance Reacts as FG Drops Tax Charges Against Executives

Crypto exchange platform, Binance has reacted after its officials executives, Tigran Gambaryan, and Nadeem Anjarwalla were discharged of tax evasion charges filed by the Federal Inland Revenue Service.

They were cleared on Friday by the Federal High Court in Abuja.
The court’s decision came on Friday after the FIRS submitted amended charges that effectively dropped the tax evasion allegations against Gambaryan and Anjarwalla, who absconded to Kenya.
This change followed Binance’s notification of appointing a Nigerian representative, Ayodele Omotilewa, to handle its local operations. The original charges, filed on March 22, 2024, accused Binance and Gambaryan of tax evasion.
In a shared note with The PUNCH, the platform said it was relieved that tax charges against Gambaryan and Anjarwalla have been dropped because they are decision-makers at the company.
The platform said, “We are relieved that the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has served and filed amended charges today, resulting in tax charges against Tigran Gambaryan being dropped.
 
“This further illustrates that Tigran is not a decision-maker at Binance and does not need to be held in order for Binance to resolve issues with the Nigerian government. We await the court’s ruling on this, discharging Tigran from this matter completely.”

 
The crypto platform also called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission to take similar steps, allowing Gambaryan to return home to his family.

It emphasized Gambaryan’s deteriorating health due to 110 days of detention, during which he was diagnosed with malaria and pneumonia.
“We commend the FIRS for their diligence and professionalism throughout this process. This situation unequivocally demonstrates Binance’s commitment to resolving this issue with the government transparently and cooperatively.
 
“In order for Tigran to be allowed to go home to his family, we are hopeful that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) will take similar steps.
 
“Tigran has been detained for 110 days, and his physical health is deteriorating, including a recent malaria and pneumonia diagnosis. Binance is committed to continuing to work with the Nigerian government to resolve this,” Binance added.
The next hearing in the case is scheduled for June 19, 2024. where the application for an order for the enforcement of fundamental rights will be heard.
On June 20, the EFCC trial is due to continue, while Tigran will remain detained at Kuje prison.
Since Tigran collapsed in court on May 23rd with Malaria, his health conditions have worsened and Tigran now has pneumonia.
Despite a court order by Justice Emeka Nwite to take Tigran to the hospital immediately, it took the prison authorities 11 days to take him for a brief check-up.
The PUNCH reported last week that 16 US Members of Congress, including the chair of the Foreign Affairs Committee, Michael McCaul wrote to President Biden highlighting that he is a “U.S. Citizen wrongfully detained by a foreign government,” and urging him to do more to secure his release.
Recall the the Federal Government had accused the cryptocurrency exchange of manipulating foreign exchange (FX) rates, which led to increased scrutiny of crypto trading platforms.
Separately, the EFCC is prosecuting Binance and its executives on charges of alleged money laundering and foreign exchange violations.
On February 28, 2024, Nigerian authorities detained two senior Binance executives when they arrived in Nigeria for a meeting following the Federal Government’s ban on cryptocurrency channels, part of a broader campaign against currency speculation.

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