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Falana, Imoudu Family Reject N23m Lagos Land Offer

Femi Falana and the Imoudu family have rejected a N23m compensation from the Lagos State government for land valued at N250m. They demand fair payment or a labour museum. Read the full story.

FCT Senator Ireti Kingibe Defects from Labour Party to ADC

Senator Ireti Heebah Kingibe has officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), leaving the Labour Party. This move makes her the ADC's only serving Senator, reshaping opposition politics in Abuja. Read the full story.

Four Rivers Reps defect to APC, dump PDP and LP

Four federal lawmakers from Rivers State have switched allegiance to the APC, citing internal party crises. This move follows Governor Siminalayi Fubara's high-profile defection. Read the full details of this major political realignment.

FCT Senator Ireti Kingibe Defects to ADC

Senator Ireti Kingibe has officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), leaving the Labour Party. This strategic move is set to reshape opposition politics ahead of 2027. Read the full story.

Tinubu's Insecurity Pledge to NLC Amid Protests

President Tinubu told labour leaders he's taking extra steps to tackle insecurity, as NLC protests proceed in Lagos and Abuja. Details of the late-night State House meeting revealed.

Peter Obi May Dump Labour Party Ahead of 2027 Polls

Peter Obi's potential defection from the Labour Party sparks reactions. Reports cite internal crises as the cause. Discover the implications for the 2027 elections and the Obidient movement.

Germany Imposes Tougher Penalties for Job Seekers

Germany's coalition government overhauls unemployment benefits, introducing stricter penalties for job seekers who refuse work or miss appointments. The reform aims to boost employment amid economic downturn.

NLC: Nigerian Workers' Crisis Worse Than Civil War

The Nigeria Labour Congress warns that financial insecurity is crippling workers, with real wages declining. Urgent government action is needed to stabilise the economy and protect incomes.

NLC Warns of Strike if Protest is Disrupted

Nigeria Labour Congress warns of a nationwide indefinite strike if Wednesday's Day of Protest is violently disrupted. The union cites intelligence on planned infiltration.

NUPRC: Making Oil & Gas Work for Nigerians

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) is leading a historic shift towards transparency and accountability in the oil sector, turning a 'resource curse' into a national blessing. Discover how this reform benefits citizens.

Mbappe Wins €60m Court Case Against PSG

A French court has ordered Paris Saint-Germain to pay Kylian Mbappe €60 million in unpaid wages and bonuses. Get all the details on the landmark ruling.

Lawyers Condemn Media Trial of NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed

A coalition of 40 lawyers has condemned baseless corruption allegations against NMDPRA CEO Engr. Farouk Ahmed, warning against media trials that undermine Nigeria's oil sector. Read their full defence.

US Jobless Rate Climbs to 4.6%, Highest in Four Years

US unemployment rose to 4.6% in November, its highest level since 2021, as the economy lost 105,000 jobs in October. Read the full analysis of the cooling labour market and its global implications.

Ex-NLC General Secretary Peter Ozo-Eson Dies

The Nigerian Labour Congress announces the death of its former General Secretary, Comrade (Dr.) Peter Ozo-Eson. He passed away at UCH Ibadan. Read tributes and his legacy.

N113m TVET Grant Launched for Niger Delta Youth

PIND Foundation invests N113 million to modernise 14 TVET centres across the Niger Delta, aiming to directly train over 10,000 youths with industry-relevant skills by February 2026.

Ayodele Akinpelu Conferred as Fellow of CIMC

Governance expert Ayodele Akinpelu receives the distinguished Fellowship of the Chartered Institute of Mentoring and Coaching. Discover how her work shapes leaders.

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