…3,000 local government workers removed from the state payroll, following a meeting with organised labour. The decision came after talks with the state chapters of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), the Trade Union Congress (TUC), and the Nigerian Union of Pensioners (NUP) at the State Executive Council Chambers, Calaba…

…NLC: We did not go on strike The Delta State NLC chairman, Mr Goodluck Ofobruku, said organised labour did not embark on a formal strike over the incident. “We didn’t go on strike. We only withdrew our services asking government to conduct a thorough investigation to unravel what actually happened that led to the beati…

…called on President Bola Tinubu to increase workers minimum wage, while backing the organised labour’s demand for a substantial increase. Atiku accused President Bola Tinubu of presiding over a ruthless economic squeeze in which workers are paid more on paper and condemned to live on less. He said the Tinubu administra…

…aspects of the institution. The controversy had triggered strong opposition from organised labour and culminated in industrial action and protests, with workers demanding greater clarity and protection of their interests. With Monday’s resolution, however, the Federal Government is proceeding with the management arrang…

…credited with helping to strengthen the relationship between the Labour Party and the organised labour movement. The party’s condolence was contained in a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Ken Asogwa, on Friday. Asogwa said Ugboaja was “a strong unionist, committed democrat and pillar of support to…

…traditional and religious leaders, political stakeholders, civil society organisations, organised labour, the private sector, women and communities across the state. He particularly praised Deltans for sustaining peace, saying the stability had created an environment for development. “The peace we are enjoying today ha…

…regarded as a veteran trade unionist with a legal background and extensive experience in organised labour, civil-society advocacy and national policy negotiations. by Linda Ikeji at 27/08/2026 1:22 PM | Share this Story

…He is also an alumnus of Government College Ibadan. Olabiyi-Agoro is no stranger to organised labour and trade union leadership. He is the current Chairman of the Trade Union Congress, TUC, Oyo State Council, and has held several key positions within PENGASSAN. His previous positions include National Financial Secretar…

…Prosperity administration remained committed to maintaining cordial relations with organised labour, adding that the executive and legislative arms of government had worked together to address ASUU’s demands and prevent frequent disruption of academic activities in the state-owned universities. Akpe urged ASUU to call…

…Industry,” brought together government officials, regulators, oil companies, investors, organised labour and other industry stakeholders. It focused on the regulatory, commercial and labour conditions required to attract investment, raise production and sustain employment in Nigeria’s petroleum industry. The union said…

…(LP) has said it is banking on its extensive grassroots structure and its links with organised labour to deliver its candidates in the 2027 general elections. The National Publicity Secretary of the party, Mr Ken Asogwa, stated this in an interview in Abuja on Tuesday, saying the party was fully prepared for […] The po…

…transportation.The party urged the Abia government to enter into a formal agreement with organised labour on wage implementation and ensure that pay for state workers reflects current economic conditions.Abia pensioners face financial pressure as APC demands immediate action on outstanding retirement benefits. Photo: G…

…Bola Tinubu in 2027. The directive has reportedly created tension among sections of the organised labour movement, particularly after the Lagos State Council Chairman of the NLC, Agnes Sessi, participated in the activities of WoPU on Wednesday despite the position of the national leadership. Sessi is also the Lagos Sta…

…promotion arrears are also being processed. The assurance came amid renewed concerns by organised labour over delays in the implementation of workers' welfare agreements, including unpaid wage awards, promotion arrears and salary-related allowances. The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiw…

…Sunday, July 26, called on the workers to withdraw their services until further notice. Organised Labour said the strike followed the expiration of a seven-day ultimatum earlier issued to the hospital management without any meaningful resolution of the issues in dispute. At the centre of the crisis is the alleged failu…

…reviews were preceded by extensive consultations involving government, employers, organised labour and other stakeholders. "Retirement security should not be pursued in a manner that threatens the businesses and jobs upon which the pension system itself depends," he said Also speaking, Director-General of MAN, Segun Aj…

The organised labour unions in Ondo State have warned the management of the Federal University of Technology Akure Teaching Hospital against alleged victimisation and harassment of workers in the establishment. The unions, under the auspices of the Nigeria Labour Congress and the Trade Union Congress, alleged that FUTA…

…the federal establishment as promised. He further alleged that the ongoing agitation by organised labour may not be solely driven by workers’ welfare concerns but could be connected to attempts by those behind the alleged fraud to divert attention from the allegations. The hospital spokesman explained that the transiti…

…Head of Public Relations, Tope Fayehun, management described a recent communiqué by organised labour in Ondo State as “false, misleading, unsubstantiated and capable of creating unnecessary tension.” According to the statement, the hospital has complied fully with the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) guiding its trans…

…also appealed to opposition parties, civil society organisations, the legal community, organised labour, the media and Nigerians to defend the country's democratic institutions. "Yesterday's target was the NDC. Tomorrow, it could be anyone who dares to offer Nigerians an alternative. "We must not wait until the democra…