NLC to RMAFC: Halt Politicians’ Pay Rise or Face Unrest
By: Chinedu Echianu The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has condemned the decision of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) to embark on a comprehensive upward review of the remuneration packages of political office holders across the country. In a strongly worded statement issued by its President, Comrade Joe Ajaero, the NLC described the […]
Onyejeocha Urges South East to Key Into Federal Government Programmes
By: Chinedu Echianu Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, has called on the people of the South East region to take full advantage of the programmes and initiatives of the federal government, warning that lack of participation could deprive them of vital opportunities for growth and empowerment. A statement signed by the […]
AfCFTA, Urges Nigeria to Prioritise Product Quality, Certification for Trade Gains
By Oluwakemi Kindness The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, has urged Nigeria to prioritise product quality, strong branding, and certification if it must fully harness the trade opportunities offered under the agreement. The call was made in Abuja on Friday, at the NEPC Re-Energized Webinar 6.0 themed “Unlocking Nigeria’s AfCFTA Potentials.” Franca Achimugu, representative of the […]
NCDMB Boss Says Human Capital Development Vital for Nigeria’s Oil and Gas Industry
By Chinedu Echianu The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has reaffirmed that human capital remains the most critical asset for sustaining Nigeria’s oil and gas industry in the face of global transition and technological disruptions. Speaking at the 2025 PENGASSAN Energy and Labour Summit (PEALS) in Abuja on Thursday, […]
PEALS 2025: NUPRC Boss Reaffirms Drive for Resilient Oil and Gas Sector
By Chinedu Echianu The Chief Executive of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), Engr. Gbenga Komolafe has pledged the Commission’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s oil and gas industry through bold reforms, strategic investments, and sustainable practices. Komolafe made the pledge while delivering his keynote address at the Day 2 of the 2025 PENGASSAN Energy […]
Embrace ECS Scheme for Industrial Harmony, NSITF MD Urges Employers
By Chinedu Echianu Employers in Nigeria have been urged to embrace the Employees Compensation Scheme (ECS) as a critical tool for promoting industrial harmony and workplace productivity. Managing Director of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), Barrister Oluwaseun Faleye, made the call on Wednesday in Abuja during a courtesy visit by the leadership of […]
Silicon Valley Experts to Bridge Nigeria’s Startup Mentorship Gap
By Julian Osamoto Nigeria’s lack of experienced startup mentors is receiving global attention as Silicon Valley professionals move to plug the gap through the newly launched Founder Dojo programme. Backed by the United States Market Access Center (US.MAC), Imo Digital City Ltd, and the Imo State Government, the initiative will provide Nigerian entrepreneurs with world-class […]
NEPZA, NDLEA Strengthen Collaboration to Streamline Free Trade Zone Operations
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Export Processing Zones Authority (NEPZA) and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have agreed to strengthen cooperation in order to support the Federal Government’s One-Stop-Shop framework across all Free Trade Zones (FTZs). The understanding was reached during a phone conversation between Dr. Olufemi Ogunyemi, Managing Director/CEO of NEPZA, and […]
NCAA Clears Ogun Agro-Cargo Airport For Commercial Operations
By: Aremu Toyeebaht The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has officially granted a commercial operational licence to the Gateway International Agro-Cargo Airport in Ogun State, paving the way for the commencement of commercial activities at the newly built facility. The Director of Aerodrome and Airspace Standards, Balang Godwin, confirmed the development in a telephone conversation […]
PenCom Suspends Seven Mortgage Banks Over Housing Loan Non-Compliance
By: Aremu Toyeebaht The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has taken decisive action to safeguard pension contributors’ funds by suspending equity contribution applications submitted through seven Primary Mortgage Banks (PMBs) over alleged breaches of its housing loan guidelines. In a circular dated August 11, 2025, signed by the Head of Benefits and Insurance Department, Obiora Ibeziako, […]