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NULGE FCT Joins JUAC, Begins Indefinite Strike

The Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees in the Federal Capital Territory has joined the Joint Union Action Committee in an indefinite strike, escalating labour unrest within the FCT. The unions say the action follows unresolved disputes over workers’ welfare, outstanding entitlements and compliance with agreements, raising concerns over service delivery across local government councils.

Workers React to New Tax Laws as Take-Home Pay Changes

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Nigerian workers have expressed mixed reactions to the new tax laws as changes to PAYE deductions alter take-home pay across income bands. While some employees report slight increases in net earnings, others say the gains are marginal and insufficient to offset rising living costs, highlighting uneven outcomes in early implementation of the reforms.

Police Extend Recruitment Deadline Over Low Lagos Applications

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The Police Service Commission and the Nigeria Police Force have extended the police recruitment deadline by two weeks following low application numbers from Lagos and several other states. Authorities say the extension aims to ensure equitable national representation in the recruitment of 50,000 constables ordered to strengthen internal security across the country.

Tinubu Orders Immediate Resolution of Resident Doctors’ Strike — 19 Demands Under Review

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President Bola Tinubu has directed the Ministry of Health to ensure that striking resident doctors return to work immediately. The strike, which has paralysed tertiary hospitals nationwide, stems from unresolved wage, training, and welfare issues. Minister of State for Health Dr. Iziaq Salako says 19 demands are being addressed, including arrears, manpower shortages, and infrastructure gaps.

ASUU STRIKE GROUNDS VARSITIES NATIONWIDE — FG ORDERS ‘NO WORK, NO PAY

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Public universities across Nigeria have been grounded as ASUU begins a two-week warning strike over unpaid entitlements and unmet agreements. The Federal Government responded with a hardline “no work, no pay” order, mandating universities to record lecturers’ attendance. The NLC warned of a wider labour showdown if the impasse continues.

Health SOS: 1 Doctor for Every 9,083 Nigerians

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IDNN Health Desk A Nation Underserved Nigeria’s health system is staring at collapse as the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) revealed a ratio of...

Dangote vs PENGASSAN: Refinery Strike Fallout Threatens Nigeria’s Energy Security

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The PENGASSAN strike against Dangote Refinery shut down crude and gas flows, costing Nigeria 16% of oil output and 20% of power supply before a fragile truce.

Dangote Refinery Sack Row: Union Claims Mass Dismissal, Management Silent

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Union leaders allege Dangote Refinery has sacked Nigerian workers after joining PENGASSAN. A leaked memo fuels confusion, while management remains silent.

Restructure, Buy Port Harcourt Refinery, Otedola Tells DAPPMAN Amid Brawl With Dangote

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Billionaire Femi Otedola has urged depot owners to restructure or risk irrelevance as Dangote’s refinery reshapes Nigeria’s downstream oil sector. His comments sparked backlash from oil marketers.

Dangote accuses NUPENG of ₦50k truck levies, warns consumers will bear the cost

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Aliko Dangote alleges NUPENG collects ₦50,000 per fuel truck at his refinery, warning such levies inflate pump prices and hurt Nigerian consumers.