A father who faked a DNA test to avoid paying child support has been jailed. William Boswarva sent another man to take a paternity test for him after getting a woman pregnant during a one night stand. Liverpool Crown Court heard how Boswarva told the child's mother he wanted "nothing to do" with the baby. The 29-year-old, from Vauxhall, Liverpool, was jailed for 12 months on Tuesday after being convicted […]
A care home in Elmer was struck causing damage to its roof Parts of East and West Sussex have been hit by lightning strikes overnight after the Met Office issued a thunderstorm warning. Four engines from East Sussex Fire & Rescue Service (ESFRS) were called to a fire at two homes in Polegate, following a lightning strike. The roof of a care home in Elmer was damaged after being struck, […]
The Arise Integrated Industrial Platforms, AIIP, which is the promoter of a newly registered Industrial Platform Remo, IPR, Free Zone is set with its funding partners to deploy multi-billion dollars into the country’s free trade zone scheme. The Managing Director of the Nigeria Export Processing Zones Authority, NEPZA, Dr Olufemi Ogunyemi made this known while presenting the Declaration Licence of the new zone to the representative of the promoter in […]
The House of Representatives Committees on Petroleum Resources, Midstream and Downstream, has revealed that logistical issues contributing to the fuel crisis, which is currently inflicting hardship on Nigerians, have been resolved. Speaking with newsmen in Abuja, chairmen of the committees, Ikenga Ugochinyere and Henry Odianosen Okojie, said the logistic issues range from difficulty experienced in transporting products from the mother vessels to onshore, movement of products with marine shuttle […]
The Christian Association Of Nigeria, CAN has called on Government to implement policies that protect workers' rights, improve working conditions and provide a strong safety net for all workers. CAN President, Most Reverend Daniel Okoh while celebrating Nigerian workers commended them for their hard work and dedication to the development of the country. He emphasized the need to acknowledge the many challenges workers face in their struggle to […]
Substandard water supply equipment is responsible for inadequate supply of potable drinking water across the country, and problems associated with irrigation farming. Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof Joseph Utsav, stated this while on a visit to a company that produces pipes and other fittings used in water supply, irrigation and consumption across the country in Kano. The Minister who warned that the government will sanction companies […]
Speaker of the House of Representatives Dr. Abbas Tajudeen has hailed Nigerian workers for their immense contributions to the growth and development of the country. Dr Abbas, in his message to commemorate this year's international workers’ Day, states that labour is a critical stakeholder in nation-building, adding that their contributions in the public and private sectors are immeasurable. While charging workers with patriotism and dedication to their fatherland, the […]
On the occasion of the international workers day, House of Representatives Minority Caucus has called for urgent implementation of a living wage for Nigerian workers and better working conditions. In a message tagged, ‘Solidarity Message To Nigerian Workers On The Occasion Of Workers’ Day’", the Minority Leader, Mr. Kingsley Chinda, acknowledges the challenges faced by workers including poor working conditions and inadequate remuneration and called for collective action to […]
Vice Chairman, NUJ FCT Correspondents Chapel, Comrade Grace Ike, has extended warm felicitations to Nigerian workers as they commemorate international workers' day. In a statement in Abuja, Comrade Ike expresses profound admiration for the resilience and dedication demonstrated by Nigerian workers, even amidst challenging times. She acknowledges their commitment to their duties and responsibilities, emphasizing their vital role in driving the nation forward. Despite facing numerous obstacles, Comrade Ike […]
The Federal Capital Territory Administration, FCTA has warned unserious streetlight Contractors to live up to expectations or have their contracts terminated. The Coordinator, Abuja Metropolitan Management Council ,AMMC, Chief Felix Obuah gave the warning during an interface with the contractors in Abuja, to ascertain why some streets are in perpetual darkness. He expressed concern that Streetlights contractors have failed to keep to the terms of the contract, and vowed […]
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