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NECA Praises Imo, Ebonyi on Wage Increases, Urges Other States to Act

NECA Praises Imo, Ebonyi on Wage Increases, Urges Other States to Act

The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has commended the governments of Imo and Ebonyi States for increasing their minimum wages, describing the move as timely and responsive to workers’ welfare. NECA’s Director-General, Mr. Adewale-SmattOyerinde, gave…

“Living in Lagos is Costlier”: Labour Pushes for Wage Review to Match Reality

“Living in Lagos is Costlier”: Labour Pushes for Wage Review to Match Reality

The Lagos State chapter of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has urged the state government to raise the minimum wage of workers from ₦85,000 to ₦150,000, citing the high cost of living in the state.…

“Plan Now, Avoid Regrets Later”: Delta HoS Urges Stronger Pension Education

“Plan Now, Avoid Regrets Later”: Delta HoS Urges Stronger Pension Education

The Delta State Head of Service (HoS), Dr. Mininim Oseji, has called for stronger public enlightenment on pension matters to prevent civil servants from facing hardship in retirement. She made the call on Thursday in…

Eight Years After: Edo Judiciary Workers Finally Receive Withheld Pay

Eight Years After: Edo Judiciary Workers Finally Receive Withheld Pay

The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) has commended Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State for approving the payment of seven months’ withheld salaries owed to judiciary workers since 2015. In a letter of appreciation…

Adeleke Vows to Prioritise Workers’ Welfare, Unveils Soft Loan Plan

Adeleke Vows to Prioritise Workers’ Welfare, Unveils Soft Loan Plan

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to prioritising workers’ welfare. Speaking on Thursday at a welcome-back rally held in his honour at the Government Secretariat, Abere, Adeleke assured workers that…

Ebonyi Increases Minimum Wage to ₦90,000, Clears Pension Arrears

Ebonyi Increases Minimum Wage to ₦90,000, Clears Pension Arrears

The Ebonyi State Government has approved an upward review of the minimum wage for civil servants, raising it from ₦70,000 to ₦90,000 with immediate effect. The Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Chief Ikeuwa Omebe, announced…

From Payroll to Predictive Analytics: How AI Is Rewriting HR in Higher Education

From Payroll to Predictive Analytics: How AI Is Rewriting HR in Higher Education

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is set to redefine Human Resource (HR) management in Nigeria, with universities already taking the initiative to adapt. This was the consensus of stakeholders in the higher education sector during a capacity-building…

Nigerian Air Force Opens DSSC 2025 Recruitment for Graduates

Nigerian Air Force Opens DSSC 2025 Recruitment for Graduates

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has announced the commencement of its Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) 34/2025 enlistment, inviting qualified graduates and postgraduates across various professions to apply. In a notice shared on its official…

Why Federal Workers Struggle to Access Government Housing Schemes – FG

Why Federal Workers Struggle to Access Government Housing Schemes – FG

The Federal Government has expressed concern that many civil servants are unable to access its housing loan schemes because of heavy salary deductions from multiple loans taken from commercial lenders. Executive Secretary of the Federal…

From HR Reforms to Intellectual Heritage: Chris Obisi on Building Nigeria’s Workforce and Future

From HR Reforms to Intellectual Heritage: Chris Obisi on Building Nigeria’s Workforce and Future

“Please, tell us your name and what you do.” My name is Professor Chris Obisi, Professor of Human Resource Management and Development at the University of Lagos. I am also Professor of Organisational Transformation at…