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Labour

Implement upward review of pensions as directed by Makinde – Oyo NUP

By Web News 22 May 2025 86

By Olubunmi Agboola

The Nigerian Union of Pensioners (NUP), Oyo State Council, wants the management of Broadcasting Corporation Oyo State, BCOS, and some tertiary institutions to implement the directive by the state government on an upward review of pensions.

National Secretary, Nigeria Union of Pensioners NUP, Mr Olusegun Abatan made the call during a press briefing held at the pensioners’ building, Agbarigo Onireke, Ibadan.

Mr Abatan explained that despite the five-month upward review of pensioners’ salaries by Governor Seyi Makinde, some pensioners in institutions like LAUTECH, Emmanuel Alayande University of Education, and others are yet to receive their payments due to the refusal of the affected institutions to comply with the directive of the state government.

While appreciating the state government for making Oyo State pensioners the highest paid in the country, Mr Abatan called on the government to compel the managements of these institutions to pay their pensioners without further delay, as failure to do so would force them to the streets.

Also, in his contribution, former Labour Leader, Oyo State, Mr Waheed Olojede explained that several letters have been written to the affected managements with no response.

While reacting, the Chairman, Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, Oyo State Council, Mr Kayode Martins said the harmonious atmosphere in the state would not be compromised, urging all the affected management to do the needful without delay.

In his submission, the NUP Chairman in Oyo state, Mr James Osuntade, assured that the welfare of all pensioners in Oyo would be prioritised.

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Lifestyle

Alhaji Isiaka Abolade Emerges Oyo NUP Chairman

By Web News 14 December 2020 940

The acting Chairman of Nigeria Union of Pensioners, NUP, Oyo State Council, Alhaji Isiaka Abolade, has been elected as the new Chairman of the Union in Oyo state.

Alhaji Abolade emerged the new state helmsman at the state delegates’ conference held in Ibadan.

Earlier, the other contestant for the position of Chairman, Chief Samson Adeleye had withdrawn from the race.

In his acceptance speech, Chief Abolade assured that his tenure would continue to make welfare of pensioners top priority.

Speaking with newsmen, State Secretary, Nigeria Union of Pensioners, Mr Olusegun Abatan, stated that the election was hitch-free due to the maturity of the members.

The new state exco of Nigeria Union of Pensioners will be in charge of the state affairs of the union for the next four years.

Olaolu Fawole

Economy

We have paid 7.5 billion naira as pensions since assumption of office – Governor Makinde

By Web News 11 December 2020 789

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State says seven point five billion naira has been paid as gratuities since inception of his administration.

Governor Makinde made this known in Ibadan at the celebration of Pensioners Day organized by the Oyo State Council of Nigeria Union of Pensioners.

Speaking through his Special Adviser on Labour Matters, Alhaji Sikiru Titilola Sodo, Governor Makinde pointed out that the state government would not relent in giving priority to the welfare of pensioners.

Earlier, the Oyo State secretary of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners, Mr Olusegun Abatan, had commended the state government for prompt payment of pensions to retirees as soon as they disengage from civil service.

Olaolu Fawole

Sport

Oyo SWAN/Pensioners Indoor Games 2020 Ends On A High Note

By Web News 10 December 2020 810

The maiden edition of the Oyo SWAN-Pensioners Indoor Games has ended in Ibadan, the Oyo state capital, with contestants going home with prizes, certificates and memories that will linger on for a long time.

The event which began on Wednesday at the Nigeria Union of Pensioners, NUP headquarters, Africa’s Model House, Onireke also formed part of a reunion for the participants.

While declaring the tournament closed, the Oyo State Executive Secretary of the Union, Mr Olusegun Abatan said next year’s edition will cut across all pensioners in the state.

Mr Abatan, who commended Oyo SWAN for organising such laudable sporting event said engaging in sports by senior citizens remain a factor that assist in making old people live longer.

Earlier, Chairman, Oyo State Chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria, SWAN, Mr Olaolu Fawole commended the participants for their efforts, endurance and spirit of sportsmanship throughout the programme.

At the end of the competition, Tokunbo Britto emerged winner in the Draught event, Banji Kolesho came second while Princess Aina Sandy clinched the bronze medal.

In the Cards category, Muili Solaja won gold, Mojeed Adejumo came second, while former International Table Tennis Player and Coach, Sola Abiodun went home with bronze medal.

Okunola Adeshina outclassed Funke Ibijoju in the final of Ayo Olopon to emerge winner, while Veronica Akinola settled for the third position.

The programme also witnessed presentation of certificates to members of Oyo SWAN for their active roles in the planning and execution of the 2020 Oyo SWAN Pensioners Indoor Games.

Adedayo Adelowo

Economy

Some pensioners earn as low as 300 naira per month – NUP

By Web News 19 November 2020 631

Pensioners in the South-West of Nigeria have lamented the nonchalant attitude of some state governors in the zone to the well-being of their retirees.

The pensioners made this known in a communique issued in Ibadan at the South West zonal meeting of state chairmen and secretaries.

Reading the communique, the Oyo State Secretary of Nigeria Union of Pensioners, NUP, Mr Olusegun Abatan said many pensioners have been dying due to hunger and ill-health.