Petrol Workers Applaud NNPCL Health Insurance Scheme
NNPC filling station workers commend new health insurance scheme covering 7,000 employees. Workers urge NUPENG to conduct elections and private marketers to follow NNPCL's example.
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African Unions Propose Humanitarian Fund for Workers
African trade unions vow to move beyond lamentation, launching a coordinated peace effort and a humanitarian fund to support workers in conflict zones across the continent.
Labour Party Vows to Unseat APC in 2027 Elections
Labour Party declares unity, urges Nigerian workers to join opposition movement against APC government ahead of 2027 elections. Party announces key appointments in Southwest.
NSITF to criminalise non-compliance with compensation
NSITF plans to make it a crime for employers not to enroll workers under compensation scheme. Managing Director Faleye seeks stronger legal backing and increased penalties.
Taraba audit exposes 7000 ghost workers
Taraba State payroll audit reveals over 7000 ghost workers removed from civil service. Governor Kefas praises transparent verification committee report. Read full details.
Ogun documents foreign workers, monitors scavengers
Ogun State governor orders registration of foreign workers after security breaches. 70 foreigners arrested from Chad, Sudan. New measures target scavengers and illegal mining sites.
Ogun to Document Foreign Workers Amid Security Concerns
Ogun State implements new security measures including foreign worker documentation and scavenger monitoring to combat rising crime. Governor Abiodun announces proactive steps.
Jigawa PDP Elders Accuse Leaders of Power Grab
Senior PDP figures in Jigawa accuse the party's national leadership of sidelining democracy and former Governor Sule Lamido. Read the full story on the internal crisis.
Taraba payroll audit dispute: Committee vs Accountant General
Taraba State faces payroll crisis as verification committee and Accountant General clash over audit findings revealing 7,000 ghost workers and millions in overpayments. Read the full investigation.
Stakeholders Seek Urgent Fix for Nigeria's Power Grid
Industry leaders warn Nigeria's power infrastructure needs immediate upgrade as states decentralize electricity market. Regulatory harmony and investment crucial for energy stability.
Reps Launch Probe Into Power Sector Failures
The House of Representatives vows to fix Nigeria's electricity crisis, launching a major investigation into 17 years of sector failures and proposing a new bill to combat energy theft.
Nigeria to earn $1bn from electricity exports
Nigeria plans to generate N1.49 trillion annually by exporting 600MW of electricity to 15 West African countries following successful grid synchronization tests. Full details on this energy breakthrough.
Tod's Executives Face Labour Exploitation Investigation
Italian prosecutors investigate Tod's executives for alleged labour exploitation of Chinese subcontractors. Read about the shocking working conditions and legal actions.
Reps Probe 17 Years of Power Sector Investments
Nigerian House of Representatives launches a full-scale investigation into all power sector investments and reforms from 2007 to 2024, vowing to correct 17 years of failure.
Kefas orders immediate payment to cleared Taraba workers
Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas has directed immediate payment of salaries and entitlements to 1,410 civil servants cleared by verification committee. Read about the state's workforce reform.
Okorie Calls for Igbo Political Unity in 2027
Chief Chekwas Okorie urges the Igbo nation to deploy its democratic strength in the 2027 elections to reverse marginalisation and redesign Nigeria's political map through unity.
Workers Reject FG's Health Insurance Salary Cuts
Federal workers protest unexplained NHIS deductions from October 2025 salaries. NLC demands refund, calls government action 'wage theft'. Read full details.
Health Workers Strike: No End Until CONHESS Review
Nigerian health workers vow to continue indefinite strike until Federal Government reviews CONHESS salary structure. Unions demand equal treatment with doctors.
Kiddwaya Criticizes Nigerians Over Politician Worship
Reality star Kiddwaya calls out Nigerians for praising politicians publicly while complaining online. His comments sparked mixed reactions and heated debate about political accountability.
Mass Defection: Ondo Transport Workers Join APC
Hundreds of PDP members in Ondo, mainly transport workers, defect to the APC, pledging support for President Tinubu's re-election. Read the full story.
Workers Reject FG's Health Insurance Salary Cuts
Federal workers protest unexplained NHIS deductions from October salaries. NLC condemns government's failure to notify and dialogue before implementing mandatory health insurance contributions.
Oborevwori blames BEDC for Delta power outage
Delta State Governor accuses BEDC of deliberately plunging communities into darkness despite adequate power supply from Transcorp Power. Read the full story and its impact.
Workers Urge Tinubu to Pay N35,000 Wage Arrears
Nigerian federal workers are urging President Tinubu to clear the outstanding three months of the N35,000 wage award, citing the rising cost of living. Read more on the payment delays.
Health Workers Begin Indefinite Strike Nationwide
Nigerian health workers under JOHESU begin an indefinite strike from Nov 14, 2025, paralyzing public hospitals. The action follows failed government negotiations on salary adjustments. Read more.
Boeing Strike Ends: Workers Accept New Contract
Boeing defense workers in the US have ended a three-month strike, securing a major wage increase. Discover the details of the new agreement and what it means for the aviation industry.
Starbucks workers strike during Red Cup Day protest
Over 1,000 unionized Starbucks baristas launch indefinite strike across US cities, protesting low wages and inadequate work hours. The action targets the chain's popular Red Cup Day event.
Gas Shortage Halts Geometric Power in Aba After 60 Days
Aba faces power outage after historic 60-day uninterrupted supply. Gas shortage from Heirs Energies disrupts Geometric Power operations. Learn how this affects Nigeria's industrial hub.
Trump Signs Deal to End US Government Shutdown
President Trump signs legislation ending the 43-day US government shutdown, allowing federal workers to return and restoring critical services ahead of Thanksgiving.
Boeing Defense Workers Vote on Revised Contract Offer
Over 3,000 striking Boeing defense workers will vote Thursday on a new contract with $6,000 bonus. Union leaders recommend acceptance after months of strike action affecting F-15 and F-18 production.
Trump Claims Victory as US Government Shutdown Ends
President Trump celebrates bipartisan deal ending US government shutdown. Federal workers to receive back pay as legislation moves forward. Read the full details.
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