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FG Introduces New Compensation Framework for Injured, Deceased Civil Servants

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April 27, 2026

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The Federal Government has introduced a new compensation structure aimed at improving welfare and strengthening workplace protection across the Federal Civil Service. The policy covers civil servants who suffer work-related injuries, occupational diseases, disabilities, or death in the line of duty.

This was disclosed on Thursday in a statement signed by Eno Olotu, Director of Press at the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF).

The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Didi Walson-Jack, announced the development at the inauguration of the Employees’ Compensation Scheme (ECS) Help Desk in Abuja, describing it as a key welfare intervention for public servants.

She said the scheme has now been fully operationalised to ensure prompt compensation and support for workers affected by occupational hazards.

“The Employees’ Compensation Scheme is a crucial intervention to provide prompt compensation and support for Civil Servants affected by work-related diseases, injuries, disabilities, or death,” Walson-Jack stated.

She explained that the initiative is designed to strengthen employee protection and complement existing welfare programmes such as the Group Life Assurance Scheme, which also supports workers and their families in cases of death or disability.

According to her, the move reflects President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration’s commitment to safeguarding the dignity, safety, and welfare of public servants.

“The initiative reflects the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to safeguarding the well-being and dignity of Public Servants,” she added.

As part of the implementation framework, the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation and the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to ensure smooth execution of the scheme.

The Managing Director of NSITF, Oluwaseyi Faleye, described the initiative as an important step toward building a structured and transparent compensation system for federal workers.

Faleye said, “The ECS is a major step toward institutionalising structured care and protection for Civil Servants, supported by a transparent, payroll-driven system.”

He further noted that the newly launched ECS Help Desk would serve as a dedicated platform for information sharing, claims processing support, and feedback management.

“To improve service delivery, the ECS Help Desk will offer information, claims support, and a feedback platform,” he added.

The Federal Government said the initiative represents a significant milestone in strengthening workforce protection and promoting a more responsive, efficient, and welfare-driven public service.

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Plateau MACBAN petitions Gov. Mutfwang, DSS, OPEP, over alleged attacks on herders, poisoning of cattle

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April 27, 2026

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Plateau State chapter of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria, MACBAN, has petitioned Governor Caleb Mutfwang, the Department of State Services, DSS, and the Operation Enduring Peace, OPEP, over what it described as repeated incidents of attacks on herders and alleged poisoning in local communities especially in Barkin Ladi and Riyom Local Government Areas.

The petition, dated April 23, 2026, and signed by the state chairman of MACBAN, Alhaji Ibrahim Yusuf Babayo, stated that the association was compelled to write the petition due to a growing threat to the safety and livelihoods of Fulani herders in the communities.

The petition made available to DAILY POST on Monday titled “Urgent Complaint on Repeated Killing of Herders and Cattle,” MACBAN pointed to incidents which it said occurred between April 18, 20, 22, and 23, 2026, across different communities in Barkin Ladi, which it said suggested a troubling pattern of deliberate attacks on herders and their livestock.

The association said on April 18th, 10 cows were allegedly poisoned in Rakung Village while another cow was reportedly killed in the same village on April 20. It also claimed that nine cattle were poisoned at the Lokojora area on April 22, while an unspecified number was also poisoned along the Nding axis on April 22 and 23.

“These deliberate poisoning and killing of Fulani herders’ cattle have had economic implications for our members and have raised concerns about their broader impact on livelihoods, food security, and community relations,” the petition said.

Babayo regretted that despite the killing of their cattle and reports made to security agencies, no arrests had been made in connection with the reported incidents.

“We call on security agencies to investigate the matter, prevent further occurrences, and ensure those responsible are identified. We also appealed to the state government to consider providing support to the affected herders.

“While we urge a thorough investigation, we have appealed to our members to remain calm and law-abiding to mitigate tensions which could affect ongoing peace efforts in the state,” the petition concluded.

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Ogun Police Disown Viral Armed Men Video Circulating Online

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April 26, 2026

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The Ogun State Police Command on Sunday refuted a viral video circulating on social media, which purportedly shows armed men operating within a forest in Ogun State, describing it as false, misleading, and not originating from the state or anywhere in Nigeria.

In a statement, the Command said preliminary investigations and credible fact-checks revealed that the footage actually originated from Kenya, where it was recorded during an operation against cattle rustlers involving a General Service Unit (GSU) drone. It added that the video, which shows individuals cooking in a bush setting, was first uploaded in 2022 and has now been recirculated with a false narrative aimed at causing panic and misinformation.

The Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, CP Bode Ojajuni, strongly condemned the spread of the video, warning that such unverified content is capable of causing unnecessary fear and undermining public confidence in security agencies. He stressed that there is no intelligence or operational report indicating the presence of such criminal activity in any part of Ogun State.

Ojajuni assured residents that the Command remains committed to safeguarding lives and property through intelligence-led policing, strategic deployments, and sustained security operations across the state.

He urged members of the public to disregard the viral video and refrain from sharing unverified information capable of inciting panic or disturbing public peace, adding that citizens should rely only on official channels for credible security updates.

The Commissioner also called on residents to remain law-abiding and continue supporting the police with timely and credible information, warning that the spread of fake or inciting content would not be tolerated.

Residents are encouraged to report suspicious activities through the Ogun State Police Command emergency lines: Gateway Shield (Toll-Free): 0800 000 9111 and Emergency Lines: 0906 283 7609, 0912 014 1706, 0915 102 7369, 0708 497 2994.