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ADC threatens nationwide protests over billions owed to contractors and pensioners

ADC threatens nationwide protests over billions owed to contractors and pensioners

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has warned that it may mobilise nationwide street marches in solidarity with thousands of indigenous contractors and pensioners who are owed billions of naira by the Federal Government. In a

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‘Private jets won’t create jobs’: Dangote calls for shift from luxury to industry

‘Private jets won’t create jobs’: Dangote calls for shift from luxury to industry

Alhaji Aliko Dangote, President of the Dangote Group, has criticised wealthy Nigerians who prioritise luxury spending over productive investments, warning that the country cannot create jobs or grow its economy if its elites continue to

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HR experts urge Nigerian firms to prioritise wellbeing, workplace culture and talent growth

HR experts urge Nigerian firms to prioritise wellbeing, workplace culture and talent growth

Human resource experts and business leaders have urged Nigerian organisations to prioritise employee wellbeing, foster learning-driven work cultures, and invest in technologies that enhance performance and staff engagement. The call was made at the 2025

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NCCSC calls for merit-based recruitment and digital reforms across state civil services

NCCSC calls for merit-based recruitment and digital reforms across state civil services

The National Council of Civil Service Commissions (NCCSC) has called for urgent nationwide reforms to strengthen Nigeria’s public service, urging states to prioritise merit-driven recruitment, digital governance systems, and full institutional independence. The council made

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Experts Push for Stronger Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities in Nigeria’s Workforce

Experts Push for Stronger Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities in Nigeria’s Workforce

Stakeholders at the AbilityX 2025 Conference in Lagos have urged employers to prioritise the inclusion of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Nigeria’s workforce, warning that millions of talented citizens remain marginalised despite their proven value

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Federal Pensioners Plan Nationwide Naked Protest Over Unpaid Arrears

Federal Pensioners Plan Nationwide Naked Protest Over Unpaid Arrears

The Coalition of Federal Pensioners of Nigeria has announced plans to hold a nationwide naked protest on 8 December across Abuja, Lagos, and all states to demand the payment of outstanding pension increment arrears and

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Nigeria Must Uphold ILO Safety Conventions, NICN President Warns

Nigeria Must Uphold ILO Safety Conventions, NICN President Warns

The President of the National Industrial Court of Nigeria (NICN), Justice Benedict Kanyip, has said Nigeria’s ratification of two major International LabourOrganisation (ILO) conventions places a binding obligation on the government to prevent workplace hazards

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PTAD Has Paid Over ₦1tn in Monthly Pensions Since 2015, Says Director

PTAD Has Paid Over ₦1tn in Monthly Pensions Since 2015, Says Director

The Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD) says it has paid more than ₦1 trillion in monthly pensions to retirees under the Federal Government’s Defined Benefit Scheme (DBS) since assuming full management of the system in

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Industrial Court Reinstates Ondo Deputy Director, Declares Retirement Unlawful

Industrial Court Reinstates Ondo Deputy Director, Declares Retirement Unlawful

The National Industrial Court in Akure has ruled that the Ondo State Government acted unlawfully in suspending and compulsorily retiring a Deputy Director, Mr. Fakuade Temitope Adeola. In a judgment delivered by the Presiding Judge,

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NLC Declares Full Support for JOHESU Strike, Warns FG of Nationwide Solidarity Action

NLC Declares Full Support for JOHESU Strike, Warns FG of Nationwide Solidarity Action

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) on Tuesday in Abuja declared full support for the indefinite strike embarked upon by the Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) over the Federal Government’s delay in implementing their salary agreement.

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