FCTA workers protest: You’ll tell Nigerians what you want from Wike – Olayinka tells NLC
The spokesman for the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Lere Olayinka, has challenged the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) to clearly tell Nigerians what it wants from Minister Nyesom Wike. Olayinka made the remark on Monday as workers of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) resumed work despite plans by the NLC to stage […]
FCT: Oseni Rufai hails Wike for running away from protesting workers
TV presenter and journalist, Oseni Rufai, has praised the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, for choosing a calm and non-violent response when protesting workers picketed his office in Abuja. Tension rose on Monday as workers of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), backed by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), staged protests […]
2027: Why Labour Party is stongest – Nenadi Usman
The Interim National Chairman of the Labour Party, Nenadi Usman, has declared that the party remains the strongest political platform in Nigeria ahead of the 2027 general elections. She made this assertion while speaking during an interview on Prime Time, a programme aired on Arise Television. Usman explained that the Labour Party stands out because […]
FCT NUT orders teachers to join ongoing strike
The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Wing, has instructed all primary and secondary school teachers in Abuja to fully participate in the ongoing strike action. The strike, led by the Joint Union Action Committee (JUAC), began on Monday, January 26, 2026, following a call by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) for […]
Strike: ASUU to hold strategic NEC meeting as action enters week two
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) is set to hold a crucial National Executive Council (NEC) meeting today, Tuesday, to review its ongoing strike and determine its next steps. The meeting follows the government’s latest negotiation effort, which included new offers presented by the Renegotiation Team led by Alhaji Yayale Ahmed. According to ASUU’s […]
Osun NLC backs JUSUN strike, faults JSC on workers’ neglect
The Osun State chapter of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has expressed its full support for the ongoing strike by the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) in the state, accusing the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) of neglecting the welfare of judiciary workers. In a statement issued on Thursday, the NLC described the actions of […]
ASUU Mobilises Members For Nationwide Strike
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has begun mobilising lecturers across Nigerian universities for a nationwide strike, following the Federal Government’s failure to meet its long-standing demands. The union had earlier issued a 14-day ultimatum to the government to resolve key issues, including the renegotiation of the 2009 FGN-ASUU agreement, before taking industrial action. […]
Nigerian Government’s proposed 5% fuel tax angers citizens
The Federal Government’s proposal to introduce a five percent fuel tax has sparked outrage across the country. Finance Minister Wale Edun explained last week that the surcharge was not a new levy, but an old provision under the 2007 Federal Road Maintenance Agency (FERMA) Act, now being included in the 2025 Tax Administration Act for […]
Fuel scarcity looms as NUPENG begins nationwide strike Monday
The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has announced that its members will embark on a nationwide strike starting Monday, September 8, 2025. The union explained that the move is in protest against alleged anti-labour practices connected to the use of newly imported Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) trucks from Dangote Refinery. In […]
Nigerian govt moves to increase Tinubu, Shettima, Akpabio, others’ salaries
The Nigerian government may soon approve a salary increase for top political office holders, including President Bola Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, senators, and ministers. This was revealed by the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC). RMAFC Chairman, Mohammed Shehu, explained that the current pay package for political leaders is outdated and no longer […]