Tag: Nigeria

Ozekhome warns Nigeria risks sliding into one‑party dictatorship

Ozekhome warns Nigeria risks sliding into one‑party dictatorship

Constitutional lawyer Mike Ozekhome warns Nigeria is edging toward a one‑party dictatorship as defections to the APC rise, urging citizens to act before democratic institutions are pocketed.

Sergeant‑at‑Arms Bars Journalists from Senate Corridor Ahead of Sessions

Sergeant‑at‑Arms Bars Journalists from Senate Corridor Ahead of Sessions

Nigeria's Sergeant‑at‑Arms bans journalists and aides from the Senate corridor on Oct 2, 2025, limiting access to legislators ahead of the October 7 plenary sessions.

Free Business Registration Boost for 250,000 Nigerian MSMEs

Free Business Registration Boost for 250,000 Nigerian MSMEs

Nigeria's CAC and SMEDAN have teamed up to offer free registration for 250,000 nano, micro and small enterprises across all 36 states and the FCT. The scheme opens doors to loans, grants, insurance, training and private‑sector investment. Entrepreneurs can sign up online via portal.smedan.gov.ng or smedanregister.ng. The move aims to pull more firms into the formal economy and spark sustainable growth.

Nigeria's Federal Government and Labor Union Finalize Deal on ₦70,000 Minimum Wage

Nigeria's Federal Government and Labor Union Finalize Deal on ₦70,000 Minimum Wage

The Nigerian Federal Government and labor unions have reached a notable agreement on a new minimum wage of ₦70,000. The recently signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) follows intense negotiations, highlighting a stark contrast to the unions' original demand. Though the exact implementation date remains unspecified, the decision marks a crucial step forward in addressing workers' wage issues.