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Dr. Akin Olaniyan

NECA Commends Customs Reforms, Seeks Deeper Private Sector Engagement

NECA Commends Customs Reforms, Seeks Deeper Private Sector Engagement

The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has called for continued collaboration with the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) to drive inclusive economic growth, enhance trade competitiveness, and improve the overall business climate. NECA President, Mr. Ifeanyi…

Bauchi Teachers Urge Payment of Leave Grants, Call for Better School Facilities

Bauchi Teachers Urge Payment of Leave Grants, Call for Better School Facilities

Teachers across Bauchi State have urged the state government to honour its commitment to pay outstanding leave grants and to invest in educational infrastructure and learning materials. The appeal was made on Tuesday in Bauchi,…

Wike Approves Recruitment of 34 Resident Doctors to Boost Healthcare in FCT

Wike Approves Recruitment of 34 Resident Doctors to Boost Healthcare in FCT

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, has approved the recruitment of 34 resident doctors to undergo a seven-year residency training aimed at improving healthcare delivery within the FCT. This development…

Niger Delta Sports Festival: Athletes Stage Protest Over Unpaid Allowances

Niger Delta Sports Festival: Athletes Stage Protest Over Unpaid Allowances

A protest erupted on Tuesday at the Cornelia Connelly College (CCC) camp, where athletes were staying for the maiden Niger Delta Sports Festival (NDSF), due to the non-payment of their allowances. The festival, which is…

MTNF Expands Access to STEM, Visually Impaired Students with 2025 Scholarship Launch

MTNF Expands Access to STEM, Visually Impaired Students with 2025 Scholarship Launch

The MTN Foundation (MTNF) has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education in Nigeria with the launch of its 2025 scholarship application cycle. According to the Executive Director of the…

Africa Must Tackle Job Crisis to Secure Future, ECA’s Pedro Warns at Leadership Forum

Africa Must Tackle Job Crisis to Secure Future, ECA’s Pedro Warns at Leadership Forum

Mr. Antonio Pedro, Deputy Executive Secretary of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), has called for renewed commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and stronger leadership in inclusive development across Africa. Speaking…

IAR&T Workers Protest Over Unpaid December 2024 Salary

IAR&T Workers Protest Over Unpaid December 2024 Salary

Workers at the Institute of Agricultural Research and Training (IAR&T) in Ibadan staged a protest on Monday, demanding the payment of their December 2024 salary. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reported that the employees…

Gabaya Vows to Implement N70,000 Minimum Wage Once Funds Are Available

Gabaya Vows to Implement N70,000 Minimum Wage Once Funds Are Available

The Chairman of Bwari Area Council, Mr. John Gabaya, has assured staff that his administration is committed to implementing the new N70,000 minimum wage once funds become available. Gabaya gave the assurance on Thursday during…

Kwara TESCOM Shortlists 1,800 Teachers, Begins Drug Tests

Kwara TESCOM Shortlists 1,800 Teachers, Begins Drug Tests

The Kwara State Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM) has shortlisted 1,800 candidates for teaching appointments following a rigorous three-month selection process involving computer-based tests and interviews. A statement issued by TESCOM’s Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Sam…

Media Key to Strengthening Workers’ Rights, Says NSITF Boss

Media Key to Strengthening Workers’ Rights, Says NSITF Boss

The Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) has called for stronger collaboration with the media to enhance awareness and advocacy around workers’ social safety in the country. Managing Director, Mr. Olawaseun Faleye, made the appeal…