6 h. ago Otti’s Aide Chukwu Felicitates Abia Workers On 2025 International Workers’ Day

The Senior Special Assistant to the Abia State Governor on Due Process, Dr. Oluebube Chukwu, has extended his warm felicitations to the State’s workers as they celebrated the 2025 International Workers’ Day on May 1. In a statement made available to journalists, Dr. Chukwu, while acknowledging their unwavering dedication and unrelenting toil, joined in celebrating […]

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19 h. ago World Safety Day: NIPCO reiterates commitment to safety excellence

As the world celebrates World Safety Day 2025, NIPCO Plc, a leading downstream operator in Nigeria’s hydrocarbon industry, has reiterated its unalloyed commitment to safety excellence in its workplace. The NIPCO Managing Director, Suresh Kumar, who disclosed  this while addressing the workforce on the occasion of World  Day of Safety and Health at Work  emphasized […] The post World Safety Day: NIPCO reiterates commitment to safety excellence appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago World Press Freedom Day: Gov Okpebholo celebrates Edo journalists

From Tony Osauzo, Benin The Edo State government, led by Governor Monday Okpebholo, joined the global community to celebrate World Press Freedom Day. The government praised the vital role of a free and independent press in promoting democracy, accountability, and societal progress. In a statement signed by Fred Itua, the governor’s press secretary, the government […] The post World Press Freedom Day: Gov Okpebholo celebrates Edo journalists appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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51 h. ago Police Arrest Three Suspected Kidnappers, Rescue Two Ghanaians In Abuja

Operatives of Nigeria Police Force have rescued two kidnapped Ghanaian nationals and arrested some suspects, operating across international borders. It was gathered that the development is coming, following a report filed with the National Central Bureau in Abuja on April 27, 2025, over the kidnap of one Anastasia Arthur aka Baidoo, a 48-year-old Ghanaian national. […] The post Police Arrest Three Suspected Kidnappers, Rescue Two Ghanaians In Abuja appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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64 h. ago Workers In Bayelsa Demand Stronger Protection, Civic Freedom

Workers in Bayelsa State, under the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC), have called for better protection of their rights and welfare, especially in the face of growing insecurity and shrinking civic freedoms. The demand was made during the 2025 Workers’ Day celebration held at Peace Park, Yenagoa. This year’s event […]

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64 h. ago Katsina Farmers Face Unprecedented Hardship From Bandits – NLC

The Katsina State chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Hussaini Hamisu Yanduna, said farmers in the state have suffered unimaginable hardship due to persistent armed banditry. He disclosed this during the 2025 Workers‘ Day celebrations held in Katsina. Speaking on behalf of the organised labour at a colourful rally attended by dignitaries, including […]

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64 h. ago Rivers: Workers Gather At NLC Secretariat In Solidarity With Fubara

Workers in Rivers State gathered at the secretariat of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in Port Harcourt to mark the 2025 May Day celebration. The NLC had earlier announced that it would not hold the customary celebration at Isaac Boro Park, where various unions traditionally conduct a march-past, in solidarity with the suspended Governor Siminalayi […]

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65 h. ago Federal Varsity Lokoja Fully Compliant On NELFUND Loan Disbursement – Management

The management of the Federal University of Lokoja (FUL) said it has fully complied with the National Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) policies regarding the disbursement of N188,002,500 in education loans to 1,631 students of the institution. According to Daniel Ikechukwu Nwankwo, the institution’s public relations officer (PRO), the management took this opportunity to clarify all […]

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65 h. ago May Day: Workers Backbone Of Nigeria’s Progress – Remi Tinubu

Nigeria’s first lady, Senator Remi Tinubu, has commended the dedication and resilience of Nigerian workers, describing them as the “backbone of the nation’s progress” in her 2025 Workers’ Day message. In a statement released to mark the annual celebration, Senator Tinubu warmly congratulated workers across the country on their unwavering commitment to nation-building. “On this […]

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66 h. ago May Day: Govs Diri, Okpebholo, Makinde, Nwifuru, Uba Sani, Otu, Idris eulogise workers, make promises

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa; Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan; Noah Ebije, Kaduna; Tony Osauzo, Benin; Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi; Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki; Emmanuel Uzor, Awka; and  Scholastica Hir, Makurdi As workers in Nigeria joined their counterparts across the world to celebrate the Workers’ Day yesterday, state governors praised the civil servants for their commitment to duties in […] The post May Day: Govs Diri, Okpebholo, Makinde, Nwifuru, Uba Sani, Otu, Idris eulogise workers, make promises appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Union threatens strike against Turkish Airlines over alleged victimisation

•Rejects airport concession, 50% IGR deduction By Chinelo Obogo The National Union of Air Transport Employees (NUATE) has said it will declare an industrial action against Turkish Airlines over its alleged victimisation of union members. NUATE President, Ben Nnabue, issued the warning during his address at the 2025 Workers’ Day celebrations. He accused Turkish Airlines’ […] The post Union threatens strike against Turkish Airlines over alleged victimisation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Niger To Transition From Keke, Okada To Electric Cars – Gov Bago

Governor Mohammed Bago of Niger State has announced a major shift in the state’s transport system, aiming to replace motorcycles and tricycles with electric vehicles. Speaking during the 2025 International Labour Day celebration in Minna on Thursday, Bago indicated that the government is partnering with Chinese investors to set up an electric vehicle assembly plant […] The post Niger To Transition From Keke, Okada To Electric Cars – Gov Bago appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago May Day: Workers Are Hungry, End Bad Governance – NLC Tells Tinubu, Calls For Review Of New Minimum Wage

The Nigeria Labour Congress has decried over economic hardship facing Nigerians, saying that many workers in the country are hungry. The union stressed that President Bola Tinubu’s led administration must ensure full enforcement of the N70,000 national minimum wage. Speaking during Workers’ Day celebration in Abuja on Thursday, NLC President, Joe Ajaero, expressed concern over […] The post May Day: Workers Are Hungry, End Bad Governance – NLC Tells Tinubu, Calls For Review Of New Minimum Wage appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Kano NLC endorses Yusuf for second term, cites worker welfare gains

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Kano State Chapter, has endorsed Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for a second term, praising his commitment to workers’ and retirees’ welfare. State NLC Chairman Kabiru Inuwa announced the endorsement during the 2025 International Workers’ Day celebration at Sani Abacha Stadium, Kano, on Thursday, May 1. Inuwa […] The post Kano NLC endorses Yusuf for second term, cites worker welfare gains appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Oyebanji pledges to restore Ekiti workers’ dignity at Workers’ Day 2025

From Priscilla Ediare, Ado-Ekiti Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji reaffirmed his commitment to enhancing workers’ dignity and providing a conducive civic space during the 2025 Workers’ Day celebration in Ado-Ekiti on Thursday, May 1, themed “Reclaiming the Civic Space in the Midst of Economic Hardship”. He emphasised, “This administration has endeavoured to fulfil its critical […] The post Oyebanji pledges to restore Ekiti workers’ dignity at Workers’ Day 2025 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago May Day: Aiyedatiwa Hails Ondo Workers’ Commitment To Administration’s Success

Ondo State Governor, Hon Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has commended the workers for being the driving force behind the state’s development, saying their resilience, commitment, and integrity were central to the successes recorded under his administration. Speaking at the 2025 Workers’ Day celebration held at the Gani Fawehinmi Freedom Arcade in Akure on Thursday, Governor Aiyedatiwa described […]

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3 d. ago May Day celebration: Abia to compensate civil servants arbitrarily dismissed by previous administrations

Governor Alex Otti of Abia state, has stated that the state government is in discussion with civil servants, who were read more May Day celebration: Abia to compensate civil servants arbitrarily dismissed by previous administrations

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3 d. ago PICTORIAL: River Workers Shun Parade, Hold Solidarity Rally For Fubara

Rivers State workers gathered at the secretariat of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in Port Harcourt to mark the 2025 May Day celebration on Thursday. The NLC had earlier announced that it would not hold the customary celebration at Isaac Boro Park, where various unions traditionally conduct a march-past. Workers instead gathered in solidarity with […]

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3 d. ago Workers’ Day: Cross River Gov’t Won’t Shortchange Its Workforce, Gov Otu Pledges

Cross River State governor, Senator Bassey Otu has assured that workers in the state will not be shortchanged, while promising his administration’s commitment to bringing succor to the state workforce. Governor Otu made the pledge while addressing workers at the U.J. Esuene Stadium in Calabar, the state capital, during the 2025 Workers’ Day celebration on […]

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3 d. ago Workers’ Day: Kebbi governor promises more for workers’ welfare

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi Kebbi State Governor Dr Nasir Idris has pledged to further enhance workers’ welfare in the state. Speaking at the Workers’ Day celebration on Thursday, May 1, at Haliru Abdul Stadium in Birnin Kebbi, Idris noted his administration’s achievements, including implementing the ₦75,000 minimum wage, clearing pension and gratuity arrears, and […] The post Workers’ Day: Kebbi governor promises more for workers’ welfare appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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