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FG has commenced the payment of the N77k monthly allowance to all Corps Members. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the Federal Government has approved the increase of Corps Members’ monthly allowance to Seventy-Seven Thousand Naira (N77,000) with effect from July 2024. This is in line with the enactment of the National Minimum Wage (Amendment) Act 2024.This was contained in a letter from the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission, dated 25th September 2024 and signed by the Chairman, Mr. Ekpo Nta. Prior to this, the Director General, NYSC Brigadier General YD Ahmed, had paid an advocacy visit to the Chairman in which he solicited…

Wema Bank, Nigeria’s foremost innovative bank and pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, ALAT, has received two awards of excellence at the Global SME Finance Forum Conference Awards 2024 which held in São Paulo, Brazil between September 16 & 18, 2024. The awards received are SME Financier of the Year (Africa) and Platinum Award for Best Financier for Women Entrepreneurs (Africa). The Global SME Finance Forum is the world’s leading, technically oriented and geographically diverse platform focused solely on scaling SME financing worldwide. Managed by this Forum, The Global SME Finance Forum Conference Awards is dedicated to acknowledging the effective…

Lagos has sealed Redeemed and Celestial Churches among other establishments in the state over noncompliance. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the Lagos State government has sealed off some organizations and outfits in the state over non-compliance with environmental laws in the state including noise pollution. This Nigeria news platform understands that the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA), which carried out the exercise, noted that the sealed establishments include churches, restaurants and hotels.The General Manager of LASEPA, Babatunde Ajayi, in a statement on Wednesday, said the agency would maintain zero tolerance for non-compliance with environmental laws in Lagos State.  Ajayi disclosed that the areas targeted…

Kwara United captain, Musa Abdulafeez is set for a spell on the sidelines due to injury. Abdulafeez picked up the injury during Kwara United’s goalless draw against Ikorodu City in a matchday three fixture in Ilorin on Sunday. The right-back was installed as the captain of the club following the departure of former skipper Adewale Adeyinka to Plateau United. “Wishing our Skipper, Musa Abdulafeez ‘Olororo’ a quick and smooth recovery,” Kwara United wrote on X. “Our medics are doing everything necessary, and they’ve assured us that he’ll be back in action very soon. “Our thoughts and support are with you,…

FG has revised the consolidated salary structure for minimum wage payment in Nigeria. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the Federal Government has approved the revision of the Consolidated Public Service Salary Structure (CONPSS) with effect from July 24. This Nigeria news platform understands that the Chairman of the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission (NSIWC), Ekpo Nta, announced this during a press briefing in Abuja.  He said that President Bola Tinubu signed the Act after it was sent to him by the National Assembly. Nta mentioned that any federal public service organization that hasn’t received an official notice from the NSIWC should contact them for…

Owen Hargreaves has predicted the team he believes is best positioned to win the Europa League trophy, citing key factors behind their potential success.Newsonline Nigeria reports that former Manchester United midfielder Owen Hargreaves has voiced his support for Erik ten Hag’s side to claim the UEFA Europa League title this season. The ex-England international is optimistic about the Red Devils’ chances, especially after a lackluster performance in both the Champions League and Premier League last term, where they failed to impress.With the Europa League set to begin this Wednesday, Manchester United will host Twente at Old Trafford in their opening…

Paul Merson has named three teams he believes can win the Premier League title this season, highlighting their competitive form in the title race.Newsonline Nigeria reports that Arsenal legend Paul Merson has identified three teams he believes possess the “togetherness” needed to secure the Premier League title this season.In his analysis of the recent 2-2 draw between Manchester City and Arsenal for Sky Sports, Merson stated that the result demonstrated the Gunners’ commitment to pursuing their first title in 21 years.Merson also mentioned Liverpool, now managed by Arne Slot, as another team that could contend for the title.He stated, “Arsenal…

Chelsea boss, Enzo Maresca has confirmed his decision to bring defender, Ben Chilwell back to the Chelsea squad. The England international is poised to return to the squad to make his first appearance of the season during Tuesday’s Carabao Cup clash with League Two leaders Barrow. The Englishman looked set to leave Stamford Bridge in the summer after Maresca informed him and publicly declared he had no future at the West London side. Speaking ahead of Tuesday’s League Cup clash, Maresca announced the situation had changed and now plans to name the left back in his matchday squad for the…

FG has offered tax breaks to companies employing more staff. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the recommendations of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms in the economic stabilisation plan of the federal government. Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga stated this in a post on X detailing the highlights of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting held today in the state House, Abuja. The new reforms in the nation’s tax laws include; tax reliefs for companies employing more staff and personal income relief to workers in both public and…

President Tinubu has created a new agency. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that President Bola Tinubu during the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting on Monday, has directed the creation of a Disaster Relief Fund. This Nigeria news platform understands that the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Wale Edun disclosed while briefing the media. He said that based on the fact that disasters such as the Maiduguri flooding will likely become a regular occurrence because of climatic changes, there is a need for specialised kind of funding to meet emerging demands and challenges associated with the phenomenon.  Recall that Maiduguri in Borno State…