Gratuity Returns for Federal Workers in 2026
Federal workers celebrate as gratuity payments resume in January 2026 after a decade-long halt. The ASCSN also pushes for pension reforms and opposes Unity Schools' privatization.
Federal workers celebrate as gratuity payments resume in January 2026 after a decade-long halt. The ASCSN also pushes for pension reforms and opposes Unity Schools' privatization.
Tax reforms chairman Taiwo Oyedele reveals 98% of Nigerian workers will be exempt from personal income tax starting January 2026. Small businesses also get VAT relief. Learn how this affects you!
A Nigerian woman reveals her father's 20-year daily commute from Ikorodu to Marina, working corporate jobs to support his family. Read this inspiring story of parental sacrifice.
Seventeen South African men recruited through social media influencers are trapped in Ukraine manufacturing drones. Investigation reveals global trafficking network exploiting African youth.
NNPC filling station workers commend new health insurance scheme covering 7,000 employees. Workers urge NUPENG to conduct elections and private marketers to follow NNPCL's example.
African trade unions vow to move beyond lamentation, launching a coordinated peace effort and a humanitarian fund to support workers in conflict zones across the continent.
Labour Party declares unity, urges Nigerian workers to join opposition movement against APC government ahead of 2027 elections. Party announces key appointments in Southwest.
NSITF plans to make it a crime for employers not to enroll workers under compensation scheme. Managing Director Faleye seeks stronger legal backing and increased penalties.
Taraba State payroll audit reveals over 7000 ghost workers removed from civil service. Governor Kefas praises transparent verification committee report. Read full details.
Nigeria prepares to host ACI Africa Regional Conference in Abuja September 2026. Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo confirms Nigeria's infrastructure readiness for world-class event.
Ogun State governor orders registration of foreign workers after security breaches. 70 foreigners arrested from Chad, Sudan. New measures target scavengers and illegal mining sites.
Ogun State implements new security measures including foreign worker documentation and scavenger monitoring to combat rising crime. Governor Abiodun announces proactive steps.
Taraba State faces payroll crisis as verification committee and Accountant General clash over audit findings revealing 7,000 ghost workers and millions in overpayments. Read the full investigation.
Italian prosecutors investigate Tod's executives for alleged labour exploitation of Chinese subcontractors. Read about the shocking working conditions and legal actions.
Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas has directed immediate payment of salaries and entitlements to 1,410 civil servants cleared by verification committee. Read about the state's workforce reform.
Federal workers protest unexplained NHIS deductions from October 2025 salaries. NLC demands refund, calls government action 'wage theft'. Read full details.
Ethiopian Airlines strengthens its African leadership with six new Airbus A350-900 orders at Dubai Airshow. The expansion supports sustainability goals and enhanced passenger experience.
Nigerian health workers vow to continue indefinite strike until Federal Government reviews CONHESS salary structure. Unions demand equal treatment with doctors.
Hundreds of PDP members in Ondo, mainly transport workers, defect to the APC, pledging support for President Tinubu's re-election. Read the full story.
Federal workers protest unexplained NHIS deductions from October salaries. NLC condemns government's failure to notify and dialogue before implementing mandatory health insurance contributions.
Nigerian federal workers are urging President Tinubu to clear the outstanding three months of the N35,000 wage award, citing the rising cost of living. Read more on the payment delays.
VivaJets CEO Chukwuerika Achum urges African governments to harmonize aviation regulations, tackle visa restrictions, and lower insurance costs to unlock the continent's aviation potential.
Nigerian health workers under JOHESU begin an indefinite strike from Nov 14, 2025, paralyzing public hospitals. The action follows failed government negotiations on salary adjustments. Read more.
Boeing defense workers in the US have ended a three-month strike, securing a major wage increase. Discover the details of the new agreement and what it means for the aviation industry.
Over 1,000 unionized Starbucks baristas launch indefinite strike across US cities, protesting low wages and inadequate work hours. The action targets the chain's popular Red Cup Day event.
A co-pilot falsified documents to become captain at Avion Express, flying hundreds across Europe. Safety investigation ongoing. Read full details.
Federal jury orders Boeing to pay $28 million to UN worker's family in Ethiopian Airlines 737 MAX crash case. First trial verdict among dozens of lawsuits.
President Trump signs legislation ending the 43-day US government shutdown, allowing federal workers to return and restoring critical services ahead of Thanksgiving.
Over 3,000 striking Boeing defense workers will vote Thursday on a new contract with $6,000 bonus. Union leaders recommend acceptance after months of strike action affecting F-15 and F-18 production.
A US jury has ordered Boeing to pay $28.45 million to the family of an Indian victim of the 2019 Ethiopian Airlines crash. This is the first civil trial verdict over the fatal Boeing 737 MAX crashes. Read the full details.