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The Nigeria Export Processing Zones Authority (NEPZA) has reaffirmed that its law enforces a 10-year ban on industrial strikes and lockouts in the Free Trade Zones.

Dr. Olufemi Ogunyemi, Managing Director of the Authority, made the statement in Abuja, following frequent and excessive external union infiltrations that have destabilised the smooth operation of the Dangote Refinery.

The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) shut down critical oil and gas facilities last week over allegations that Dangote refinery had sacked 800 workers who joined the union.
However, the Dangote refinery held that it only sacked a few workers who were allegedly sabotaging the facility, claiming this was part of the company’s reorganization.

The NEPZA boss stated that the recent escalation of the trade dispute between the zone and the PENGASSAN, particularly given the refinery’s status as a Free Trade Zone, was worrisome.

He added that the trade union should have directed its concerns through NEPZA, as required by law, as the Authority operated a One-Stop-Shop administrative model to fast-track processes.
“Section 18(5) of the Nigeria Export Processing Zones (NEPZA) Act provides that “there shall be no strikes or lock-outs for a period of ten years following the commencement of operations within a Zone, and the Authority shall resolve any trade dispute arising within a Zone,’’ he said.

According to him, the above provision imposes a 10-year prohibition on strikes and lockouts within Free Zones while still allowing workers to join or form trade unions and engage in collective bargaining.

“We are pleased that the conflict has been de-escalated. Dangote Refinery is a declared FTZ that continues to benefit from tax incentives and customs duty waivers to support the economy, and NEPZA regulates it.

“The Free Trade Zone scheme in Nigeria is slightly over 30 years old, and we ought to be familiar with the scheme and the global rules that guide the operation of this world economic model, which aims to accelerate economic development and industrialisation.

“The NEPZA Act requires us, along with all instruments of the corporate government system within the industry, government agencies, and relevant sectoral and specialised bodies, to honour the Authority’s “one stop shop” status in overseeing the scheme,’’ Ogunyemi said.

Dr. Ogunyemi further reiterated that trade disputes originating within a zone must be referred to the Zone Authority for resolution, adding, however, that this restriction applied exclusively within the Free Zones and did not extend to the broader Nigerian economy.

The NEPZA Chief Executive also pointed out that Section 24(1) restricted excessive interaction between external laws and the operation of the scheme, as laws applicable within the customs territory can only be operational within Free Zones to the extent that they are not inconsistent with the NEPZA Act.

“Consequently, in cases of conflict between the Trade Unions Act (TUA) or Trade Disputes Act (TDA) and Section 18(5), the provisions of Section 18(5) take precedence as the more specific regulation governing Free Zones.

He, therefore, expressed the Authority’s strong appreciation for the swift action taken by His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, to de-escalate the dispute, which was a clear demonstration of safeguarding the national asset.

Ogunyemi added that labour issues often pave the way to industrialization.

” It is a sign of President Tinubu’s maturing democracy that this has been resolved quickly without deleterious effects on our economy,” he said.

https://www.google.com/amp/s/thewhistler.ng/nepza-may-ban-pengassan-for-ten-years-over-shutdown-of-dangote-refinery-free-zones/amp/

"One love keep us together "
Just live peaceably, enjoy life and die, that's all.

bolaayenimo:
Keep deceiving yourself if you think Dangote loves the masses

if Dangote no love the masses, with this, show us who Love masses the more

Orlandoo:
Agbamuche will still be replaced by one Adeyemi.

no question about that

Because of pemgassan selfish interests, now price of cooking gas don enkrist.

And some union members and supporters want to bring this man down. God bless Dangote

AntiChristian:
So Charlie Kirk was killed and that was a miracle that made them convert to Christianity! I thought Charlie Kirk would be ressurected and that would have been a miracle?

Even Jesus's purported death didn't bring such conversation!

You seemed not to have a high esteem regards for our saviour Jesus Christ.

Kdon2:
Not enough original content
Please take a moment to write a quality post with at least 40 characters.
This will make the forum more interesting for everyone.

It is the Ugandan guy that's looking for interesting stuff??

The following is the text of Hamas’s October 3, 2025, response to US President Donald Trump’s September 29, 2025, “comprehensive plan to end the Gaza conflict”:

Hamas replies to Trump
Full text: Hamas’s response to Trump plan for ending Gaza war, returning hostages
Terror group says it agrees to release all Israeli hostages, living and dead, 'according to the exchange formula' in Trump proposal, 'provided the field conditions are met' and enter talks on details of the deal
Today, 10:14 am


In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful


In an effort to halt the aggression and war of extermination being waged against our steadfast people in the Gaza Strip, and based on national responsibility and concern for the fundamentals, rights, and supreme interests of our people, the Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas) has held in-depth consultations within its leadership institutions, extensive consultations with Palestinian forces and factions, and consultations with mediators and friends to reach a responsible position in dealing with US President Donald Trump’s plan.

After a thorough study, the movement made its decision and submitted the following response to the mediating brothers: The Islamic Resistance Movement, Hamas, appreciates the Arab, Islamic, and international efforts, as well as the efforts of US President Donald Trump, calling for an end to the war on the Gaza Strip, an exchange of prisoners, the immediate entry of aid, the rejection of the occupation of the Gaza Strip, and the displacement of our Palestinian people from it.

In this context, and in order to achieve a cessation of hostilities and a complete withdrawal from the Gaza Strip, the movement announces its agreement to release all Israeli prisoners, both living and dead, according to the exchange formula contained in President Trump’s proposal, provided the field conditions for the exchange are met. In this context, the movement affirms its readiness to immediately enter into negotiations through the mediators to discuss the details of this agreement. The movement also renews its agreement to hand over the administration of the Gaza Strip to a Palestinian body of independents (technocrats), based on Palestinian national consensus and Arab and Islamic support.

The other issues mentioned in President Trump’s proposal regarding the future of the Gaza Strip and the inherent rights of the Palestinian people are linked to a comprehensive national position and based on relevant international laws and resolutions. They are to be discussed within a comprehensive Palestinian national framework. Hamas will be part of it and will contribute to it with full responsibility.

https://www.timesofisrael.com/full-text-of-hamass-response-to-trump-plan-for-ending-gaza-war-returning-hostages/amp/

The following is the text of Hamas’s October 3, 2025, response to US President Donald Trump’s September 29, 2025, “comprehensive plan to end the Gaza conflict”:

Hamas replies to Trump
Full text: Hamas’s response to Trump plan for ending Gaza war, returning hostages
Terror group says it agrees to release all Israeli hostages, living and dead, 'according to the exchange formula' in Trump proposal, 'provided the field conditions are met' and enter talks on details of the deal
Today, 10:14 am


In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful


In an effort to halt the aggression and war of extermination being waged against our steadfast people in the Gaza Strip, and based on national responsibility and concern for the fundamentals, rights, and supreme interests of our people, the Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas) has held in-depth consultations within its leadership institutions, extensive consultations with Palestinian forces and factions, and consultations with mediators and friends to reach a responsible position in dealing with US President Donald Trump’s plan.

After a thorough study, the movement made its decision and submitted the following response to the mediating brothers: The Islamic Resistance Movement, Hamas, appreciates the Arab, Islamic, and international efforts, as well as the efforts of US President Donald Trump, calling for an end to the war on the Gaza Strip, an exchange of prisoners, the immediate entry of aid, the rejection of the occupation of the Gaza Strip, and the displacement of our Palestinian people from it.

In this context, and in order to achieve a cessation of hostilities and a complete withdrawal from the Gaza Strip, the movement announces its agreement to release all Israeli prisoners, both living and dead, according to the exchange formula contained in President Trump’s proposal, provided the field conditions for the exchange are met. In this context, the movement affirms its readiness to immediately enter into negotiations through the mediators to discuss the details of this agreement. The movement also renews its agreement to hand over the administration of the Gaza Strip to a Palestinian body of independents (technocrats), based on Palestinian national consensus and Arab and Islamic support.

The other issues mentioned in President Trump’s proposal regarding the future of the Gaza Strip and the inherent rights of the Palestinian people are linked to a comprehensive national position and based on relevant international laws and resolutions. They are to be discussed within a comprehensive Palestinian national framework. Hamas will be part of it and will contribute to it with full responsibility.

https://www.timesofisrael.com/full-text-of-hamass-response-to-trump-plan-for-ending-gaza-war-returning-hostages/amp/

In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful


In an effort to halt the aggression and war of extermination being waged against our steadfast people in the Gaza Strip, and based on national responsibility and concern for the fundamentals, rights, and supreme interests of our people, the Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas) has held in-depth consultations within its leadership institutions, extensive consultations with Palestinian forces and factions, and consultations with mediators and friends to reach a responsible position in dealing with US President Donald Trump’s plan.

After a thorough study, the movement made its decision and submitted the following response to the mediating brothers: The Islamic Resistance Movement, Hamas, appreciates the Arab, Islamic, and international efforts, as well as the efforts of US President Donald Trump, calling for an end to the war on the Gaza Strip, an exchange of prisoners, the immediate entry of aid, the rejection of the occupation of the Gaza Strip, and the displacement of our Palestinian people from it.

In this context, and in order to achieve a cessation of hostilities and a complete withdrawal from the Gaza Strip, the movement announces its agreement to release all Israeli prisoners, both living and dead, according to the exchange formula contained in President Trump’s proposal, provided the field conditions for the exchange are met. In this context, the movement affirms its readiness to immediately enter into negotiations through the mediators to discuss the details of this agreement. The movement also renews its agreement to hand over the administration of the Gaza Strip to a Palestinian body of independents (technocrats), based on Palestinian national consensus and Arab and Islamic support.

The other issues mentioned in President Trump’s proposal regarding the future of the Gaza Strip and the inherent rights of the Palestinian people are linked to a comprehensive national position and based on relevant international laws and resolutions. They are to be discussed within a comprehensive Palestinian national framework. Hamas will be part of it and will contribute to it with full responsibility.

https://www.timesofisrael.com/full-text-of-hamass-response-to-trump-plan-for-ending-gaza-war-returning-hostages/amp/

PMForce:
DISPUTE THE FACTS ABOVE PLEASE, I AM BEGGING YOU.

why will he dispute with a jobless man? It's of no benefit

saphiere:
Show me a country ruled by a woman and there's war there

Margaret Thatcher

I get like 20 likes for calling

TheBizGenius:
Is it that everyone here is blind and only @kanixt get eyes ni?

1. The report says the staff has been complaining about the salary for Years. Abeg, when dangote refinery start?!

2. The staff complained about taxes. Is it dangote that chops the taxes ni?

3. And the disparity between salaries of Nigerian engineers and expatriates? You are paid N500k/month and the white guys are paid $26k (N39million/month)? And you do the same job with the same standards?

Who here on nairaland would pay N39million for a job when he can get another equally competent person for N500k?

Now, imagine you are paying that difference, N38.5m, every month for the rest of your business life. Just because the person na oyinbo.

And this make sense to you guys? How?

You have a deep knowledge. You can predict future .

Paid write up
"A process engineer who has worked at the Dangote Refinery told FIJ that staff joined PENGASSAN after years of frustration over poor conditions, stagnant pay and lack of safety measures."
Engineer no name. Engineer working in Dangote refinery for YEARS!

You need to edit your write up.

Please verify information before sharing fake data

Nobody can take what pengassan did.

If you're not ok with Dangote, go and open your refenery or business and let your employees be reporting to your rivals through WhatsApp.

Do we have DNA test during hijira period?

A brother needs answers?

I know the guy does not have such money if not he could have paid. And yet the Bride family are not considered. The bride too, is part of the Yahoo.

Go to church with 200k out of the 1.5m, and give thanks to God for giving you such an amazing wisdom to cancelled such abracadabra marriage.

When did ADC become the mouthpiece of PDP? Opposition is about criticism always, but pushing the country forward in the right direction

Pengassan want to monopolized unionism in petroleum and Gas sector. We need more union to checkmate pengassan excesses.

What they are accusing Dangote of trying to do, now they are doing it ahead of Dangote. Very dangerous

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s address to the United Nations General Assembly on Friday was marked by a mass boycott, with Israel reporting that 77 countries either skipped the session or walked out as he began speaking.

According to YNET, Israel released the list on Saturday, noting that the 41-minute speech was delivered to a visibly thinned audience. Among those absent were Israel’s immediate neighbours—Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, and Syria—as well as Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Iran.

Some countries, including Jordan and Egypt, chose not to take their seats but did not participate in the coordinated walkout. Pakistan’s delegation left the hall in protest but remained at the sidelines to listen, Israeli officials said.

By contrast, envoys from Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates, both signatories to the 2020 Abraham Accords, stayed throughout Netanyahu’s remarks, despite tensions over the Gaza war.

International media highlighted the largely empty chamber during the speech, with coverage focusing on the boycott rather than Netanyahu’s remarks, which included a vow to “finish the job” against Hamas.

Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, reacted to the protest online, describing Israel as “the most despised and isolated regime.”

The countries listed as absent or walking out included The countries that walked out or were absent included Egypt, Suriname, Tuvalu, Turkmenistan, Yemen, Egypt, Panama, Senegal, Palestine, Sudan, Tunisia, Turkey, Venezuela, Antigua and Barbuda, Belize, Congo, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Tonga, Uzbekistan, Angola, Barbados, Colombia, Comoros, Dominica, Djibouti, North Macedonia, San Marino, South Africa, Somalia, and Algeria.

Others are Bangladesh, Brunei Darussalam, Brazil, Chile, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Lebanon, Liberia, Eritrea, Chad, Central African, Republic, Libya, Mauritania, Jordan, Nicaragua, Madagascar, Niger, Peru, Saint Lucia, Slovenia, Afghanistan, Bahamas, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, North Korea, Eswatini, Syria, Uganda, Pakistan, Lesotho, Bolivia, Spain, Cuba, Equatorial Guinea, Iran, Kyrgyzstan, Iraq, Mozambique, Myanmar, Ireland, Maldives, Indonesia, Kuwait, Namibia, Malaysia, Guyana and Kenya.

Israel said the boycott underscored its growing diplomatic isolation as the war in Gaza, which has left tens of thousands dead and displaced millions, continues to draw international criticism.

https://dailypost.ng/2025/09/28/gaza-israel-lists-77-countries-that-boycotted-pm-netanyahus-un-speech/

So now, Nigeria newspapers and bloggers are against dangote with their news headlines. ?

Why not add committee chairman the intervention as the reason for naira crude (PMS)sales

Kingpele:
Nothing like overpressure, if u don't know how to balance normal life pressure then u don't have to start a family...there's normal pressure of responsibility but if u allow yourself to get depressed over your own responsibility then something is wrong....

Are you married?

All this statement is just to please Tinubu and fool his gullible followers. Bua waiting for Tinubu to give him dollars for petrochemicals.

Love800:
Startimes still exists. I have not seen it for some time now. No business place or even private homes uses it.

Maybe na becos of Chinese programing stuffs. Lol

Startimes cheap but no picture quality. No premier league

Finish the job, man.

Hamas won't like it if you stop halfway

11. Young ladies want to discover new thing.....a lot handed down with pregnancy.

Let my people go