By Ayomide Otitoju Babajide Sanwo-Olu has approved a ₦50,000 salary support for all Lagos State workers for the month of May 2026, as part of measures to cushion the impact of economic hardship and rising fuel costs.The governor announced the intervention at the 2026 International Workers’ Day celebration held at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, where…
By Ayomide Otitoju The nomination of Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe as Minister of Power by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has continued to attract positive reactions from stakeholders across Nigeria’s business and policy sectors, with many describing it as a strategic move to reposition the country’s electricity industry. Tegbe, who currently serves as Director-General of the Nigeria–China…
By Ayomide Otitoju MTN Group has reaffirmed its commitment to youth engagement and digital empowerment following its involvement in “The Gathering on 100,” a 100-hour creativity and innovation showcase driven by young Nigerians. The initiative, held under MTN’s “Year of the Youth” focus, brought together ideas, performances, pitch sessions, and creative expression across fashion, technology,…
By Ayomide Otitoju Nigerian Exchange Limited-listed telecom operator has released its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, reporting a strong start to the year driven by increased infrastructure investment. The company disclosed that capital expenditure rose by 92.89 per cent to ₦390.3 billion in Q1 2026, up from ₦202.4 billion recorded…
By Ayomide Otitoju JMG Limited has marked the 2026 International Workers’ Day by celebrating its workforce, describing employees as the driving force behind its innovation, operational excellence, and sustained growth. In a statement, the company aligned with the global recognition of labour, highlighting the critical role of skills, dedication, and collaboration in delivering impact across…
By Ayomide Otitoju Jamara Home has marked the 2026 International Workers’ Day by celebrating the contributions of its workforce, acknowledging their role in driving the company’s growth and presence in Nigeria’s home and lifestyle industry. In a statement, the company recognised employees across its operations—including customer experience teams, sales staff, warehouse operators, installers, technicians, and…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Nigeria–China Strategic Partnership (NCSP) has marked the 2026 International Workers’ Day with a call for greater dignity in labour, enhanced collaboration, and shared prosperity. In a statement commemorating the global event, the organisation celebrated the contributions of workers whose resilience, expertise, and dedication continue to drive economic transformation, innovation, and strengthened…
Traffic was temporarily brought to a standstill on a major expressway in Warsaw as volunteers assisted a group of wild sea ducks crossing the busy road in an annual effort to protect the city’s ducklings. Each spring, newly hatched merganser ducklings embark on a hazardous journey from a central park to the Vistula River, navigating…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions and Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities have announced an indefinite strike effective May 1, 2026, citing stalled negotiations with the Federal Government over outstanding allowances. In a joint letter dated April 30 and addressed to the Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, the…
