Aminu Tijani
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My Mother's Love and the Regret That Still Haunts Me 💔
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This is a story that's been stuck in my heart for years, and no matter how much time passes, I can never forget it.
As a child, during my primary school days, I had this careless habit of leaving razor blades in my pocket after using them to sharpen my pencil. It was reckless, and I didn’t consider the consequences.
Time and again, my mother would cut herself while washing my school uniform, unknowingly coming across the blade. She warned me countless times, but I kept making the same mistake. Yet, despite the pain and frustration, she never left my uniform dirty—because that’s what a mother’s love does.
One day, it happened again. My razor blade cut deep into her hand. With blood pouring from the wound, she called out to me, "Abdulmuminu." I quickly answered, "Na'am." When I got there and saw her hand, my heart sank. I realized I had made the same mistake again. I broke down in tears at the sight of her blood, o… 16 replies
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Nigeria's introduction of a new minimum wage aimed to improve the lives of low-income workers by boosting their purchasing power. While this can stimulate economic growth, it also presents challenges.
Increased labor costs can lead to inflation as businesses pass on higher expenses to consumers. To remain competitive, some companies may reduce staff or avoid hiring, leading to job losses. Additionally, it might encourage a shift from formal to informal employment where wages are lower and less regulated.
To maximize the benefits of the minimum wage, The government should implement the wage gradually, improve the business environment, invest in skill development, and strengthen social safety nets. Businesses can enhance productivity, diversify operations, manage costs efficiently, and collaborate with stakeholders. Workers can prioritize skill enhancement, financial literacy, and collective bargaining.
By combining these strategies, Nigeria can mitigate the negative impacts of the minimum wage, such as i… 2 replies
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