1 hour 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 h. 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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5 h. ago Cross River judge faces NJC probe over gifts, abuse of office allegations

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The National Judicial Council (NJC) has confirmed receipt of a petition against Justice B.T. Ebuta of the Cross River State High Court, alleging misconduct and abuse of office. In a letter dated April 10, 2025, with Reference No. NJC/S.4/ANA.HC/7/11/24, signed by Chief Justice of Nigeria and NJC Chairman Hon. Justice Kudirat […] The post Cross River judge faces NJC probe over gifts, abuse of office allegations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. 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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6 h. ago Gov. Otu gives MDAs three weeks to list public assets by May 23

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu has issued a three-week ultimatum for all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to submit a comprehensive inventory of government-owned assets in their custody by May 23. The directive, approved by the State Executive Council, aims to enable the Department of Asset Management and Recovery to […] The post Gov. Otu gives MDAs three weeks to list public assets by May 23 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. 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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7 h. ago May Day: No Worker Earning Below N70,000 In Kaduna — Gov. Sani

Kaduna State governor, Senator Uba Sani has stated that in compliance with the National Minimum Wage Act, no civil servant in the state is earning less than N70,000. The Governor who reiterated his antecedents as a human rights activist, further said that the least paid worker in Kaduna State is being paid N72,000 in view […]

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7 h. ago Abductors of Akwa Ibom radio comedian demand N80m ransom by May 2 deadline

From Isaac Job, Uyo Sea pirates who kidnapped Akwa Ibom radio comedian Odey Mathias, popularly known as General Odey, and 19 other passengers along the Cross River-Akwa Ibom waterways have given the victims’ families until Friday, May 2, to pay an N80 million ransom or face execution. The abduction occurred on Good Friday, April 18, […] The post Abductors of Akwa Ibom radio comedian demand N80m ransom by May 2 deadline appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. 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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8 h. ago Workers’ Day: Otu urges brilliance, innovation in Cross River workplaces

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu has urged workers to embrace brilliance and innovation in their workplaces to adapt to technological and global changes. Delivering his Workers’ Day message on Thursday, May 1, through his deputy, Dr Peter Odey, Otu emphasised the need for creativity and adaptability, stating, “The strength of […] The post Workers’ Day: Otu urges brilliance, innovation in Cross River workplaces appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago May Day: National Assembly Won’t Allow Any Workers To Be Victimized — Akpabio

Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has hailed Nigerian workers for their productivity, diligence, commitment to duty, and resilience, assuring them that they wont be victimized under the watch of the 10th senate. Speaking in a statement through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Eseme Eyiboh, on Thursday, Akpabio acknowledged the hard work and dedication […] The post May Day: National Assembly Won’t Allow Any Workers To Be Victimized — Akpabio appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. 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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10 h. ago May Day: Okpebholo Raises Minimum Wage For Edo Workers To N75,000

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo on Thursday increased the minimum wage for Edo State workers from N70, 000 to N75,000 to further improve their standard of living. Governor Okpebholo made the announcement while delivering his May Day speech at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, Edo State capital. While appreciating the contributions of […]

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11 h. 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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11 h. ago Tinubu to workers: You’re engine of Nigerian economy, key to growth

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his commitment to prioritising the welfare of Nigerian workers on Workers’ Day, Thursday, May 1, 2025. In a message posted on his official X account @officialABAT, the president described workers as the “engine of our economy and the secret to our nation’s growth”, pledging sustained collaboration […] The post Tinubu to workers: You’re engine of Nigerian economy, key to growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Atiku Celebrates Worker’s Day, Slams Tinubu’s Govt’s Poor Welfare For Civil Servants

Former vice president Atiku Abubakar has commended Nigeria workers over their resilience spirit amid economic challenge facing the country. In a statement to mark 2025 Workers’ Day on Thursday, Atiku noted that workers play a key role in helping the nation to grow and succeed. He called on Federal Government to see civil servants, not […] The post Atiku Celebrates Worker’s Day, Slams Tinubu’s Govt’s Poor Welfare For Civil Servants appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Workers Day: Katsina NLC Laments Poor Condition Of Health Ministry, Demands Implementation Of New Minimum Wage

Nigerian Labour Congress, Katsina State chapter, has lamented over poor condition of the state’s health sector, saying that there is need for more health workers. The group also called for immediate implementation of the full minimum wage across all sectors of government. Speaking during celebration of 2025 Workers’ Day in Katsina on Thursday, Chairman of […] The post Workers Day: Katsina NLC Laments Poor Condition Of Health Ministry, Demands Implementation Of New Minimum Wage appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Edo govt approves ₦75,000 minimum wage, effective immediately

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo, has approved a new minimum wage of ₦75,000 for workers in the state, effective immediately as of Thursday, May 1, 2025. The announcement, made during a Workers’ Day address in Benin City, marks an increase from the ₦70,000 minimum wage implemented by the previous administration under […] The post Edo govt approves ₦75,000 minimum wage, effective immediately appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Workers’ Day: Your hard work won’t be in vain, Labour Party tells workers

From Okwe Obi, Abuja On International Workers’ Day, Thursday, May 1, the Labour Party (LP) of Nigeria reaffirmed its commitment to championing the dignity, welfare, and rights of Nigerian workers, assuring them that their efforts will not be wasted. The party described workers as the “true architects of Nigeria’s survival” who must not be taken […] The post Workers’ Day: Your hard work won’t be in vain, Labour Party tells workers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago PICTORIAL: Workers Converge At Abuja’s Eagles Square For 2025 May Day Celebration

Workers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have converged at the Eagles Square in Abuja to commemorate the 2025 May Day. Workers were dressed in different attires to showcase their various profession and vocations. Security personnel including those of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), the Department of State Services (DSS), and the Nigerian Security and […]

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