By Raymond Akorede NLC and TUC have reaffirmed solidarity with JUAC workers and announced a peaceful rally to the FCDA in Abuja to press home labour demands. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) have reaffirmed their full support for members of the Joint Union Action Committee (JUAC), announcing…
By Darasimi Kikelomo PayPal has gone live in Nigeria through a partnership with Paga, allowing Nigerians to receive international payments and access funds in naira, official reports show. PayPal, the global payments and commerce platform, has officially gone live in Nigeria, enabling users to receive international payments directly into their digital wallets and access the…
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…
