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Electricity tariff hike: Nigerian govt reveals next plan after workers’ protest

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The recent protests led by Nigerian workers against the electricity tariff hike demonstrate the depth of dissatisfaction among citizens regarding the increase. The picketing of offices of Electricity Distribution Companies and the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission highlights the widespread impact and concern over the tariff hike.

Joe Ajaero, President of the NLC, emphasized the need for the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) to review its methodology for tariff increases, linking the hike to the country’s soaring inflation rates.

In response to the protests, the Nigerian government has expressed readiness to negotiate with organized labor. A scheduled consultative meeting indicates a willingness to address the grievances raised by workers.

However, the NLC spokesperson, Benson Upah, reiterated the necessity for consultation before implementing such tariff increases. He warned that the protests serve as a precursor to potential future actions if the government fails to address the concerns.

The electricity tariff hike announced by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission in April 2024, affecting Band A customers, has drawn significant backlash from Nigerians. Despite a minor reduction following public outcry, the organized labor’s picketing indicates dissatisfaction with the government’s response.

Ewetumo A A, a retired staff member of the defunct Power Holding Company of Nigeria (PHCN), echoed the sentiment that the picketing was long overdue. He emphasized the need for a pragmatic approach to tariff review and urged the government to explore Public Private Partnership initiatives to address challenges in the power sector.

Overall, the protests underscore the urgent need for transparent dialogue and effective solutions to address the concerns of Nigerian workers and citizens regarding the electricity tariff hike and its broader economic implications.

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Police must pay transport fares, says AIG

” No police officer has the right to enter your vehicle without paying. We should assist one another willingly, not by force,” he said.

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The Assistant Inspector-General of Police(AIG) in charge of Zone 2 Command, Mr Olohundare Jimoh, speaking with transporters at Obalende garage, Lagos State, on Wednesday.

The Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Zone 2 Command, Mr Olohundare Jimoh, has declared that officers must pay fares before boarding commercial vehicles, warning against abuse of authority.

Jimoh spoke on Wednesday at Obalende garage during a sensitisation meeting with drivers and transport workers marking National Police Day 2026.

He stressed that relations between police and the public must be based on partnership, not coercion, urging both sides to support each other voluntarily.

“No police officer has the right to enter your vehicle without paying. We should assist one another willingly, not by force,” he said.

Jimoh called for stronger cooperation to maintain safety and order on roads, insisting there was no conflict between officers and transport unions.

“I don’t collect money from officers. We don’t arrest people arbitrarily. If you have issues with any officer, report directly to me,” he said.

(Vanguard)

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Tinubu scurries to Jos after Mutfwang’s security brief

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will leave for Jos tomorrow to commiserate with the state government and residents over recent deadly gun attacks that lefts dozens dead.

This was following Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s security briefing to the President on the recent violent attack in Angwan Rukuba, Plateau State.

During the meeting on Wednesday at the presidential villa in Abuja, Governor Caleb Mutfwang told Mr President that although security forces have restored calm after fresh disturbances involving looters on Wednesday morning, following the deadly Palm Sunday attack that left more than a dozen dead and many others injured.

He said that investigations are continuing to determine the identities or motives of the attackers who are yet to be apprehended .

Presidency source said that President Tinubu was initially scheduled for a planned trip to Ogun State to flag off operations at the Gateway International Cargo Airport on Thursday.

From Jos, the President will travel to Lagos to observe Good Friday.

On Saturday, April 4, he will visit Ogun State to commission projects including the cargo airport.

He will then return to Lagos during the Easter holiday to commission several state infrastructure projects, including the Ojota/Opebi Link Bridge.

Before heading back to Abuja, the president will visit Bayelsa State on April 10 to commission projects completed under Governor Duoye Diri.

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JUST IN: Tinubu Heads to Jos Tomorrow, Postpones Ogun Trip for 5-State Visits

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will tomorrow embark on a visit to Jos, Plateau State, as the first leg of a five-state tour across the country.

The Presidency announced that the President has postponed his scheduled trip to Ogun State to enable him to commence the series of official visits.

Details of the remaining four states in the tour are expected to be released by the Presidency in due course.

The development comes as President Tinubu continues nationwide engagements aimed at assessing development projects, interacting with stakeholders, and addressing key national issues in the respective states.

Further updates on the itinerary will be communicated as the visits progress.

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