By Afolabi Oyekunle. Determined to further improve the quality of safety, cleanliness and comfort provided for passengers across its network, the Management of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has introduced a new Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) guiding janitorial services onboard train coaches and at railway stations nationwide. NRC MD. Dr. Kayode Opeifa. The SOP was officially presented on Wednesday during a workshop organised for cleaning service providers at the Corporation’s Headquarters in Lagos. Declaring the workshop open, the Managing Director of the NRC, Dr. Kayode Opeifa, charged participants to ensure strict compliance with the operational standards contained in the new efficiency alignment document, irrespective of their locations across the country. Dr. Opeifa observed that cleaning in modern railway operations is no longer a routine task but a strategic function that directly impacts passenger safety, customer satisfaction and operational efficiency....

By Afolabi Oyekunle. As Workers mark the May Day, set aside to celebrate Workers in the World, the Nigeria Union of Pensioners, Lagos state council, has called on the State Governor, Babajide Sanwoolu to look into the plight of Pensioners and pay all their entitlements. Governor Babajide Sanwoolu In a joint statement to mark the May Day, signed by the Chairman, Olufemi Olanrewaju and Secretary Olukayode Bada,  the Union said the State Government is owing them, 57 months of Pension Arrears of 2019 Consequential Adjustments.  According to them, the Lagos state government also owes Pensioners 12 - months Arrears of 20 and 28 percent of Pension Rate Review of 2024, and implementation of ₦32,000, arising from the National Minimum Wage, Amendment Act, 2024. The statement said DBS Pensioners are pauparized and bed ridden adding that no fewer than 20 Members  died in the last three months due to miserable living conditions. The NUP also appealed to the Sta...

By Afolabi Oyekunle. The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has reaffirmed its commitment to improving staff welfare and workplace safety as it joined the global community to mark the World Day for Safety and Health at Work on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. In a statement signed by the NRC’s Chief Public Relations Officer, Mr Callistus Unyimadu,  the NRC’s Managing Director Dr Kayode Opeifa, described the importance of this year’s theme, “Good psychosocial working environments: A pathway to thriving workers and strong organizations,” as both timely and deeply relevant to the corporation’s operations. NRC MD. Dr. Kayode Opeifa. Addressing all workers ranging from train drivers to administrative staff spread across the country, the NRC boss highlighted the demanding nature of working in the railway sector and the shared responsibility of everyone of them in ensuring passenger safety. According to the statement, workers across all the standard gauge routes—Lagos-Ibadan, Abuja-Ka...

By Afolabi Oyekunle.   NASCON Allied Industries Plc has rewarded its shareholders with a historic 200 per cent increase in dividend payout, underscoring a remarkable financial performance that saw profit after tax surge by over 100 per cent to N33.5 billion in the 2025 financial year, despite a challenging operating environment.   The strong performance was unveiled at the Company’s 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in Lagos, where shareholders applauded the resilience, focus and strategic discipline of NASCON’s management and Board.  Reflecting the robust results, the Board of Directors approved a dividend of N6 per share—the highest since the Company was listed on the Nigerian Exchange, signalling NASCON’s confidence in its financial strength and long-term growth prospects.   Earnings per share (EPS) rose sharply by 115 per cent, from 577 kobo in the previous year to 1,241 kobo.  Describing the outcome as the best financial performance in NASC...

By Afolabi Oyekunle. Contributory Pensioners in Lagos state have been assured that their long time awaited Pension Arears will be paid by the government. The Chairman, NUPCPS, Lagos State Council, Comrade Michael Omisande gave the assurance, while addressing CPS  Retirees at Alagutan and Idimu Zones during their monthly meetings.  CPS Chairman, Comrade Michael Omisande. He said the state government has no excuse not to pay because President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has tripled the monthly allocation of state governments. Comrade Omisande told the Retirees that the Pension increases and the wage award would be paid together. He said there is no doubt on the sincerity of Governor Babajide Sanwoolu to implement the Pension increase being enjoyed by Federal Retirees adding that the Actuaries compiling the increase are not resting on their oars. Lagos state Governor Babajide Sanwoolu. Comrade Omisande said no fewer than 55, 000 Retirees in the state would benefit a...

By Afolabi Oyekunle. Newly elected National President of National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has assured that the union under his leadership will work tirelessly to uphold the dignity of labour, uphold the the good legacies left behind by immediate past leaders, collaborate with stakeholders and the government to better the economy and improve members welfare. NUPENG new President, Comrade Oladiti. Comrade Oladiti gave the assurance in his acceptance speech, at the 6th Quadrennial Delegates Conference of the Union, where he was unanimously elected as the new President. He assured that he will not disappoint the members of the Union for their confidence in him, as he will continue to work to improve the legacy left behind by the administration of the immediate President, Comrade Williams Akporeha and surpass it. Comrade Oladiti in his excitement moods at the Conference. He assured NUPENG members and workers that their rights and welfare w...