No celebration, just survival: Workers mark May Day amid broken promises, rising hardship

 

In this report, HENRY FALAIYE exposes the outcry of Nigerian workers as they face crushing economic realities, stagnant wages, vanishing jobs, and blatant violations of their rights amid a system that continues to turn a blind eye to their struggles

Tinubu reaffirms commitment to workers’ welfare in May Day message

 

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reiterated his administration’s commitment to prioritising the welfare of Nigerian workers, describing them as the “engine of our economy” and key drivers of national development.

Amotekun officer Killed, another missing after Osun ambush

 

An operative of the Osun State Security Network Agency, codenamed Amotekun Corps, Lamidi Abiodun, has reportedly been killed during an attack by some armed hoodlums in Papa Area of Iwo.

CBEX resumes operations despite SEC ban, N1.2tn EFCC probe

Despite the alleged N1.2tn digital trading fraud that reportedly affected over 600,000 Nigerians, the embattled Crypto Bridge Exchange trading platform, accused of these acts, has resumed operations, announcing fresh withdrawal options in a move to restore investor confidence.

Three judges suspended as NJC voids Imo acting CJ’s appointment

 

The National Judicial Council has declared the appointment of  Justice Theophilus Nzeukwu as acting Chief Judge of Imo State void, directing the Governor of Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodinma, to immediately reverse the decision and appoint the most senior judicial officer in the state in line with the provisions of the 1999 Constitution.

Workers are nation’s engine, not tools, Atiku tells FG

 

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has said that workers play a key role in helping the country grow and succeed.

May Day: NLC demands 65-year retirement age for civil servants

 

The Nigeria Labour Congress on Thursday demanded an upward review of the retirement age for all categories of civil servants.