By PAULINA NZERUBE Delta Ratifies Long-Awaited Career Progression for Graduate Primary School Teachers IN what education stakeholders have described as one of the most significant policy shifts in Delta State’s basic education sector in recent years, the Delta State Local Government Joint Account Committee (JAC) has unanimously ratified Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s approval extending the career […]
By BASSEY BENSON NLC Rejects Current Minimum Wage THE Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called on its affiliates and workers nationwide to prepare for a fresh struggle for a new national minimum wage, declaring that the current ₦70,000 minimum wage can no longer sustain Nigerian workers amid rising inflation and the high cost of living. […]
Nigerian Graduates Encouraged To Apply For NJFP Opportunities YOUNG Nigerian graduates across the country have again been encouraged to apply for the ongoing Nigerian Youth Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP), a national initiative aimed at equipping youths with practical workplace experience, employability skills, and long-term career opportunities. The programme, which is funded by the European Union […]
Labour Union Endorses Government Agenda THE Delta State chapter of the Trade Union Congress (TUC) has expressed strong support for the administration of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, aligning itself with the core pillars of his M.O.R.E Agenda aimed at promoting inclusive governance and sustainable development. Speaking in Asaba, the state chairman of the TUC, Comrade Wilson […]
Decades-Long Pension Crisis Resurfaces FORMER employees and pensioners of Nigeria Airways have renewed their appeal to Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the non-payment of ₦36 billion in severance and pension entitlements, more than two decades after the airline’s liquidation. In a letter dated 7 May 2026 addressed to the President, the retirees expressed concern that the […]
Labour Signals Fresh Wage Talks THE Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) have announced plans to begin fresh negotiations with the Federal Government on a new National Minimum Wage by July 2026. The disclosure was made by NLC President, Joe Ajaero, and TUC President, Festus Osifo, during the 2026 […]
By UBONGABASI LINUS Unusual Workers’ Day Celebration in Akwa Ibom THE 2026 Workers’ Day celebration in Akwa Ibom State took an unusual turn as organised labour groups shifted from the traditional tone of demands and negotiations to open commendation of Governor Umo Eno. Rather than staging protests or presenting a list of grievances, workers across sectors […]
Governor Celebrates Workforce on May Day DELTA State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated workers across the state and Nigeria on the 2026 Workers’ Day, describing them as the backbone of development and governance. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, the governor noted that May Day serves as both a celebration of workers’ […]
Call for Pre-Employment Medical Screening A medical expert has called on employers, particularly government institutions, to introduce mandatory ear screening and comprehensive medical checks for job applicants before employment. The recommendation was made by Nse-Obong Undie, a Chief Consultant Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) surgeon at the National Hospital Abuja, during an interview in Abuja. […]
Nationwide Holiday Announced THE Federal Government of Nigeria has declared 1st May 2026 a public holiday to celebrate International Workers’ Day. Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the declaration in an official statement released by Permanent Secretary Magdalene Ajani. Recognition of Workers’ Role in Development The government commended Nigerian workers for their vital role in […]