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2026 Workers’ Day: FCC Boss Omidiran Moves to Boost Staff Welfare, Approves Promotions, Retirees’ Pay
Joel Ajayi
The Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), Honorable Hulayat Motunrayo Omidiran, has reaffirmed her administration’s commitment to staff welfare, career progression, and institutional harmony as the Fifth Commission marked the 2026 Workers’ Day celebration.
Speaking at the well-attended event organised by the FCC Tripartite Union and Joint Negotiating Council (JNC) at the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja on Friday, Hon. Omidiran announced key welfare and administrative approvals aimed at boosting staff morale and operational efficiency.
The FCC boss disclosed that funds have been approved for the payment of retirees’ entitlements, with disbursement to commence in batches as releases are made available.
“I have approved repatriation monies for retirees, but approval is different from releases. We will begin payment in batches as funds are made available, and I urge you to remain patient as we continue to improve welfare needs and benefits, even beyond expectations,” she said.
On career progression, the FCC boss approved the processing of staff promotions and directed that the exercise be concluded before the end of May 2026.
“I have approved that staff promotions be processed before the end of this May, and I encourage you to believe that even the things you are not thinking of, we are already working to bring to you. Be patient, prayerful, and remain committed,” she added.
The former two-time House of Representatives member further announced measures to strengthen engagement and inclusiveness, including introducing quarterly staff interactions and an annual end-of-year ceremonial gathering.
“We will have structured interactions once every quarter, and by the grace of God, every December, we will hold an FCC end-of-year party,” she concluded.
In his welcome address, the Chairman of the FCC Tripartite Union/JNC, Benson Ameh, commended the Executive Chairman’s leadership and reform drive.
“Your leadership has restored confidence, strengthened unity, and repositioned the Commission for greater efficiency and relevance,” he said.
Also speaking, former President of the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (2013–2019) and former President of the Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria, now Honourable Commissioner representing Taraba State, Comrade Bobboi Bala Kaigama, emphasised the importance of sustained collaboration.
“Sustained dialogue, mutual respect, and shared commitment between management and staff remain key to achieving lasting industrial harmony and institutional progress,” he said.
In a goodwill message, the Director of Human Resources, Abubakar Tanimu, reaffirmed management’s commitment to staff development and welfare.
“Our commitment remains to build a motivated, professional, and future-ready workforce anchored on fairness, capacity development, and service excellence,” he stated.
The 2026 Workers’ Day celebration provided an opportunity to recognise the contributions of staff while reinforcing management’s commitment to building a motivated, productive, and future-ready workforce in line with the Commission’s mandate.
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DNKI President Champions Humanitarian Service, Sustainable Community Development
Cyril Samania
The President of De Norsemen Kclub International (DNKI), Chief Oliver Patrick Ityohegh, has reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to humanitarian service, stressing the importance of supporting vulnerable people and improving community welfare beyond the annual celebration of Humanitarian Day.
Ityohegh stated this during the organisation’s Cauldron Night and Award Presentation held to commemorate its 2026 Humanitarian Day celebration, theme: “Humanity First: Advancing Hope, Dignity and Community Well-being.” organised by the DNKI Abuja Chapter.
He emphasised that humanitarian service should be a continuous responsibility driven by compassion, solidarity and a commitment to making a meaningful difference in society.
According to him, DNKI’s humanitarian activities reflect its dedication to giving back to society and supporting people in need, while encouraging members to sustain initiatives that promote human dignity and community well-being.
He added that the organisation would continue to strengthen its humanitarian engagements through practical interventions aimed at improving the lives of vulnerable people and promoting community development.
Speaking at the event, the representative of the Abuja Chapter Chairman and Chairman of its Advisory Council, Prince Efiong Okpe, said the organisation’s humanitarian activities extended beyond the annual celebration of Humanitarian Day on October 15.
Okpe explained that DNKI undertook several initiatives throughout the year, including blood donation exercises, visits to hospitals and correctional centres, as well as support for orphanages and other vulnerable groups.
According to him, the organisation also collaborated with humanitarian bodies in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to identify areas of need and provide assistance within its available resources.
He described Humanitarian Day as an opportunity for members to renew their commitment to service and demonstrate solidarity with people facing difficult circumstances.
Earlier, the Chairman of the Planning Committee and Coordinator of the DNKI Gwagwalada Zone, Mr Etudaiye Hamzat, disclosed that the chapter had provided financial assistance to some members to help pay their children’s school fees, alongside distributing bags of rice and other relief items to members experiencing hardship.
Hamzat explained that the interventions followed concerns over the difficulties some members faced in meeting their family responsibilities, particularly the rising cost of their children’s education.
He maintained that supporting members in need was consistent with the organisation’s humanitarian principles, adding that DNKI remained committed to extending assistance to non-members and vulnerable communities as part of its commitment to leading by example.
Looking ahead, Hamzat said the Abuja Chapter planned to expand its humanitarian outreach to remote communities within the FCT, with particular attention to orphanages, schools and widows facing difficulties in meeting their family responsibilities.
He also recalled previous interventions for internally displaced persons (IDPs), which included the distribution of food, clothing and educational materials, noting that the chapter intended to scale up such initiatives in the coming year.
The highlight of the event was the presentation of awards to outstanding members and distinguished non-members in recognition of their contributions to humanitarian service.
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