By Darasimi Kikelomo FCT workers have faulted a court ruling suspending their strike, accusing the FCT Administration of pension and housing fund violations. Workers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have expressed strong dissatisfaction with a ruling of the National Industrial Court of Nigeria (NICN) suspending their ongoing strike action and adjourning the dispute to…
By GLEBM NEWS DESK As some international banks pull back from African markets, Nigeria’s largest financial institutions are accelerating their expansion across the continent, according to industry reports. With higher capital buffers following recent recapitalisation efforts, Nigeria’s major lenders are using their strengthened balance sheets to diversify earnings and spread risk beyond domestic borders. Analysts…
By Darasimi Kikelomo Women from across the globe are set to convene today for the Unleash the Power of Your Voice Women Summit 2026, a free virtual gathering designed to amplify women’s voices, leadership, and impact in a rapidly changing world. Convened by visionary author and humanitarian leader Shirley Murphy, the summit brings together accomplished…
By GLEBM News Desk EU, UN agencies and partners concluded a high-level mission to Sokoto, reaffirming commitments to strengthen systems supporting women, children and vulnerable families. A high-level delegation led by the European Union Delegation to Nigeria, alongside UNICEF, UNFPA, International Labour Organization and international partners, has concluded a mission to Sokoto State, reaffirming a…
By GLEBM News Desk Nigeria’s Humanitarian Affairs Ministry plans to spend N23.56bn in the 2026 budget on youth empowerment, medical outreach and social support programmes. The Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction has proposed a total expenditure of N23.56 billion in the 2026 budget to fund youth empowerment initiatives, medical and surgical outreach…
By GLEBM News Desk Seplat Energy says oil and gas will remain vital to Nigeria’s energy mix, urging operators to prioritise responsible, efficient and sustainable operations. Seplat Energy Plc has reiterated that oil and gas will continue to play a central role in Nigeria’s energy mix for the foreseeable future, while stressing that operators must…
By GLEBM News Desk ILO-supported, market-driven skills training in Ethiopia’s Somali Region is helping refugees gain employable skills and build sustainable livelihoods. Targeted, market-driven skills development supported by the International Labour Organization (ILO) is expanding access to decent work for refugees and host communities in Ethiopia’s Somali Regional State, where formal employment opportunities remain limited….
By GLEBM News Desk The ILO says labour migration continues to play a critical role in addressing workforce shortages, calling for stronger protections for migrant workers. The International Labour Organization (ILO) has said that labour migration remains a critical component of global workforce dynamics, helping to address labour shortages in key sectors while supporting livelihoods…
By GLEBM News Desk The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has officially launched its 2026 Macroeconomic Outlook Report, setting out its assessment of Nigeria’s economic direction following recent stabilisation reforms and outlining policy priorities for the year ahead. The report was unveiled in Lagos on Thursday, 15 January 2026, during a stakeholder engagement that brought…
By GLEBM News Desk Nigeria’s Finance Minister says the economy will grow by 4.7% in 2026 as government focuses on consolidating reforms and delivering wider benefits to citizens. Nigeria’s economy is projected to expand by 4.7 per cent in 2026, the Wale Edun has said, as the government continues efforts to consolidate gains from structural…
