Nigeria: Employee Rights/ Labour Relations

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Are Employers Legally Obligated To Provide Employment References For Former Employees?
An employment reference is an in-depth document or letter that is typically provided by a previous employer or supervisor. It offers invaluable and detailed insight into a professional's work performance, skills, abilities, and suitability for a new job role. Employment reference is a powerful tool for employers to verify the information provided by candidates and make informed hiring decisions. It ensures whatever the candidate has mentioned in their resume is true, and their past employer can back that information.
Nigeria Employment
SA
S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.
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Can An Employer Suspend An Employee Indefinitely Without Pay? A Review Of The National Industrial Court Of Nigeria’s Decision In Mr James Dada v. Dee-Pee Global Packaging Limited (Unreported Suit No. NICN/IB/31/2022) Judgment Delivered By Hon. Justice J.D. Peters On 13 January 2025
The National Industrial Court of Nigeria recently addressed whether employers can suspend employees indefinitely without pay, reiterating established legal principles while clarifying the narrow circumstances under which unpaid suspension is permissible. This case provides critical guidance on the boundaries of employer disciplinary powers and the contractual requirements necessary to withhold employee compensation during suspension periods.
Nigeria Employment
AS
Abdu-Salaam Abbas & Co.
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Global Employment Law Decisions Reshaping Workforce Management In Nigeria
Courts across Africa and beyond are issuing rulings that redefine who qualifies as an employee, determine which country's court has jurisdiction for disputes, and assess whether AI-driven hiring or termination could expose companies to liability. For organizations operating in Nigeria or managing cross-border operations, these decisions have significant implications for their employee management and relationships.
Nigeria Employment
SB
Stren & Blan Partners
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Can A Statutory Employment Be Terminated For A Reason Not Stated In The Termination Letter? A Review Of The Decision In Mr Obidah Ibrahim Dakat V. FRSC & 2 Ors (Unreported, Suit No. NICN/JOS/38/2023, Judgment Delivered By The National Industrial Court On 20 August 2025)
The special and unique nature of employment law often appears to be a challenge to both employers and employees, and it is more pronounced in cases of public service, as it is governed under a distinct pattern...
Nigeria Employment
AS
Abdu-Salaam Abbas & Co.
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