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WOMEN & MATERNITY DISCRIMINATION IN THE OFFICE: THE ULTIMATE THING

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Introduction to Women & Maternity Discrimination Women & maternity, discrimination at the workplace have always had a complicated relationship in Nigeria. In many organisations, a woman’s transition from “Miss” to “Mrs.” quietly becomes a factor in hiring decisions. This factor is a form of discrimination. Employers worry she will soon become pregnant, request maternity leave, […]

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TRADE UNIONS: RIGHT TO STRIKE IN NIGERIA: THE ULTIMATE

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In 1993, workers of Union Bank of Nigeria Ltd were embroiled in a bitter dispute with their employer over terms of collective engagement. When management ignored the grievances of employees, the workers through their recognised union, considered industrial action as a last resort. The Court of Appeal in Union Bank of Nigeria Plc v. Edet

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Employer Prerogative & Employee Rights: What You Need To Know

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INTRODUCTION ON EMPLOYER PREROGATIVE & EMPLOYEE RIGHTS Musa had always been a devout Muslim. His faith shaped how he spoke, dressed, ate, and even ran his flourishing logistics company. Everyone in his office knew pork wasn’t allowed on the premises. It was his rule, though not written anywhere, but an extension of his religious identity.

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LEGAL IMPLICATIONS OF THE NEW MINIMUM WAGE IN NIGERIA

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Introduction With the enactment of the National Minimum Wage (Amendment) Act 2024, the Federal Government has increased the statutory minimum wage to ₦70,000 per month, thereby imposing new legal obligations on employers in both the public and private sectors. The enactment is aimed at improving workers’ welfare. However, it also raises critical legal questions regarding

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MANAGING DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES AT WORKPLACE: THE ULTIMATE THING

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Introduction Disciplinary procedures are essential in a workplace to ensure strict compliance with basic legal requirements. Failure to adopt disciplinary procedures will lead to a wrongful disciplinary process and its unfavourable outcome. Wrongful disciplinary procedures leading to sanctions such as suspensions, termination, or dismissal may be successfully challenged in court by the aggrieved employees. Where

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EMPLOYEE RIGHTS IN NIGERIA: THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO KNOW

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Understanding employee rights in Nigeria is essential for every worker, regardless of industry or position. Many workplace abuses happen simply because employees do not know their rights. Nigerian Labour Law and courts, especially the National Industrial Court (NICN) have increasingly strengthened employee protections on issues like fair wages, safe conditions, discrimination, and termination. This article

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