By Kikelomo D. Informal workers in Nigeria have called for a government-backed 50:50 pension co-contribution scheme to improve retirement security and welfare protection. The Federation of Informal Workers Organisations of Nigeria (FIWON) has urged the Federal Government to introduce a 50:50 pension co-contribution scheme for informal workers as part of broader efforts to strengthen social…
By Kikelomo D. The NLC has called for urgent action on insecurity following the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oyo State, warning that no community is safe. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called on the Federal Government and security agencies to urgently address the country’s worsening security crisis following the abduction of dozens…
By Darasimi K. The Nigeria Labour Congress has urged the government to introduce wage relief and revive public refineries as fuel prices surge above ₦1,000 per litre. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called on the Federal Government to urgently implement economic relief measures for Nigerian workers following the sharp rise in petrol prices linked…
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 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 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 Glory John The ILO says the global unemployment rate will remain low in 2026, but warns that informality and working poverty continue to affect millions worldwide. The International Labour Organization (ILO) has reported that the global unemployment rate is expected to remain low in 2026, even as deeper challenges linked to informal employment and…
By Darasimi Kikelomo Nigeria’s labour market shows expanding job opportunities in early 2026 as employers solidify hiring in financial, tech, and services sectors, reports show. Nigeria’s labour market is showing signs of strengthening in early 2026, with employers reporting broader hiring activity across key sectors including financial services, information technology, and professional services. Labour analysts…
By Darasimi Kikelomo ILO employment services in Jordan’s Zaatari camp are helping Syrian refugees access training, secure jobs, and rebuild stable livelihoods through decent work. For thousands of Syrian refugees in Jordan’s Zaatari Refugee Camp, displacement brought years of uncertainty, hardship, and dependence on humanitarian aid. Today, for some, access to decent work is beginning…
By Darasimi Kikelomo The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called on the Federal Government to urgently review workers’ wages, strengthen security across the country, and prioritise policies that directly improve citizens’ welfare in 2026. The labour centre warned that organised labour would oppose any policies or actions that further impoverish Nigerians, stressing that workers’ patience…
