Lagos rolls out statewide employee protection scheme
*Aligns with NSITF to secure workers’ future By Victor Ahiuma-Young LAGOS — In a major step toward strengthening workers’ welfare and institutional accountability, the Lagos State Government has announced the full implementation of the Employees’ Compensation Scheme, ECS, aligning with the Nigerian Social Insurance Trust Fund, NSITF, to provide structured protection for employees across the […]
ITUC-Africa rallies continent for stronger voice on jobs, regulation at global labour talks
As the future of work rapidly shifts under the weight of digital platforms, automation, and fragile labour systems, African trade unions are racing
Shettima to launch first varsity pods in Nigeria at UNILAG
THE Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima will, on Tuesday, April 7, perform the formal flag off the first University Innovation Pods (UNIPOD) in Nigeria at the University of Lagos.
Food security: Nigeria unveils MoorBeta, new indigenous chicken breed
The Federal Ministry of Livestock Development has announced approval and release of MoorBeta, an improved indigenous meat-type chicken developed to support poultry production and food security in Nigeria.
Maritime Academy of Nigeria projects N24bn revenue
The Maritime Academy of Nigeria has projected a total revenue of N24.01 billion for the 2026 fiscal year, while unveiling plans to expand training opportunities for cadets and students.
Africa poverty crisis deepens as ILO warns of protection gap
ILO has raised fresh concerns over widening poverty levels in sub-Saharan Africa, warning that weak social protection systems
