N577bn Pension Disbursement Brings Relief to 1.05M Retirees
Nigeria's PenCom has disbursed N577.26 billion to over 1.05 million Retirement Savings Accounts, clearing major pension arrears. Read how this impacts retirees and the pension system.
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France Adopts Budget, Suspends Pension Reform
French parliament approves social security budget, suspending the unpopular pension age hike. Prime Minister Lecornu races to finalise the 2026 spending plan. Read the full details.
Okpebholo vows to clear AAU's inherited salary arrears
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo commits to addressing unpaid salaries and gratuities at Ambrose Alli University, inherited from past administrations. Read the full story.
Federal Workers Forum Supports NLC Nationwide Protest
Federal Workers Forum pledges full support for NLC's December 17 protest over insecurity, poor governance, and unpaid wages. They demand settlement of 3-month arrears by year-end.
Army Vet Gets $1.77M After Pension Vanished, Forced to Work
An 88-year-old US Army veteran forced to work at a grocery store after his pension vanished receives a life-changing $1.77 million from generous internet donors. Read the heartwarming story.
Pensioners Plan N@ked Protest Over Unpaid Allowances
Federal pensioners in Nigeria plan a dramatic nationwide n@ked protest on December 8 to demand payment of N32,000 increment and N25,000 palliative arrears. Read their urgent plea.
Pensioners Threaten Naked Protest Over Unpaid Allowances
Federal pensioners in Nigeria plan a nationwide naked protest on December 8 to demand payment of N32,000 increment and N25,000 palliative arrears approved in 2023. Read details.
Doctors Threaten Indefinite Strike Over Unpaid Arrears
Nigerian resident doctors threaten an indefinite strike if the government fails to implement a recent MoU within 30 days. Key demands include payment of promotion and salary arrears. #NARD #Healthcare
Abia Pays 20-Year Pension Arrears: N60bn for Retirees
Abia State government starts phased payment of N60 billion pension arrears owed since 2001. Governor Alex Otti brings relief to retirees after two decades of waiting.
Resident Doctors Suspend Strike, Resume Duty
Nigerian resident doctors suspend their 29-day strike, directing members to resume work immediately after signing an MOU with the government on key demands.
Katsina Settles N20b Gratuity Arrears for Retirees
Katsina State Government announces plans to pay over N20 billion in gratuity arrears to retired workers. New pension reform law ensures timely payments for future retirees. Read more.
Workers Demand Full Pension Payment Amid Economic Hardship
Nigerian civil servants demand amendment to pension scheme for full lump sum payments to retirees battling economic hardship. Union calls for urgent reforms.
Gratuity Returns for Federal Workers in 2026
Federal workers celebrate as gratuity payments resume in January 2026 after a decade-long halt. The ASCSN also pushes for pension reforms and opposes Unity Schools' privatization.
Son hid mum's body, stole her pension for 3 years
A 56-year-old Italian man concealed his mother's body for three years while impersonating her to collect her pension, pocketing €55,000 annually. Read this shocking true crime story.
AAUA Lecturers End Four-Month Strike Action
Academic staff at Adekunle Ajasin University suspend four-month strike after reaching agreement with management. Lecturers return to classrooms despite outstanding salary issues.
FCTA Begins Enforcement on Ground Rent Violations
FCTA starts sweeping enforcement on ground rent and land use violations from Nov 26. Defaulters face property sealing. Act now to regularize your property documents.
PENGASSAN: Oil Retirees' Pensions Losing Value
PENGASSAN raises alarm as oil and gas retirees face hardship with stagnant pensions eroded by inflation. Union demands urgent review from PenCom and major oil companies.
Police Pension Board Bill Awaits Tinubu's Assent
President Tinubu is set to approve the Nigeria Police Pension Board bill, removing officers from CPS. Retirees could earn 85% of emoluments as pension. Read the latest developments.
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.
FG Pays N3.9bn Pension Arrears to 91,146 Retirees
Federal Government disburses N3.9 billion pension backlog to 91,146 retirees under Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda. Learn how this brings relief to Nigerian pensioners.
Ex-Policeman Offers Pension to Naval Officer Yerima
Retired DSP Sunny Anyanwu pledges N5,000 from his N49,000 monthly pension to Lt. Ahmad Yerima after viral clash with FCT Minister Wike. Read the touching reason behind this gesture.
PENCOM Certificate: Free Application Process Guide
Learn how Nigerian employers can obtain PENCOM Compliance Certificate free online. Complete requirements, step-by-step application process, and timeline explained.
PENCOM & NAICOM Enforce Pension-Insurance Compliance
Nigeria's pension and insurance regulators join forces in groundbreaking collaboration to ensure strict compliance, protect workers' benefits, and strengthen the financial security landscape.
PENCOM & NAICOM Order Pension Compliance Enforcement
Nigeria's pension and insurance regulators issue joint directive mandating insurance companies to verify RSA compliance before processing policies, marking significant regulatory alignment.
Nigerian doctors issue 72-hour ultimatum over unpaid salaries
NARD gives federal government 72-hour deadline to address unpaid salaries and hazard allowances, threatening industrial action if demands aren't met.
Ondo Governor Hailed for Pensioners' Welfare Commitment
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa earns praise from Nigeria Union of Pensioners for prioritizing retirees' welfare through prompt payment of gratuities and pensions.
NARD Rejects FG Arrears Claim, Strike Continues
Nigerian doctors continue strike as NARD disputes government's payment figures, affecting healthcare services across 91 federal hospitals.
FG Pays ₦12B Health Workers Arrears in 72 Hours
Federal Government commits to settling ₦11.995 billion in withheld salaries for doctors and healthcare professionals, promising payment within three days to resolve lingering industrial disputes.
FG Releases ₦11.9B to End Doctors' Strike
The Federal Government takes decisive action to resolve the ongoing doctors' strike by releasing ₦11.9 billion to clear accumulated arrears, signaling a major breakthrough in healthcare negotiations.
Nigeria's Pension Crisis: Retirees' Silent Struggle
Thousands of retired Nigerian civil servants face financial ruin as pension payments remain delayed or unpaid, creating a humanitarian crisis among the elderly.
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