Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru has threatened to replace workers on strike over the non-implementation of the new minimum wage. In a live broadcast, he stated that workers would be dismissed within 72 hours if they refused to return to work, emphasizing the state's commitment to paying...
Nigerian workers in Kaduna, Ebonyi, Nasarawa, and the FCT have initiated a one-week warning strike over the non-implementation of the N70,000 minimum wage. The protest, led by the Nigeria Labour Congress and Trade Union Congress, targets governments that have failed to enforce the new wage in...
The NLC's planned nationwide strike on December 1, 2024, faces delays as multiple states, including Imo, Sokoto, and Oyo, pull out, citing agreements with their governments on the new N70,000 minimum wage. However, other states, such as Kaduna and the FCT, are set to participate due to...
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has announced plans for an indefinite strike in states that have failed to implement the newly signed N70,000 minimum wage. The union condemns the delay, calling it a disregard for the law and workers' rights. Strikes will begin on December 1, 2024.
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Civil servants in over 12 Nigerian ministries face unpaid October salaries due to budget shortfalls linked to the new N70,000 minimum wage. The Office of the Accountant-General is working to secure funds to cover the outstanding payments while addressing payment delays caused by bank system...
The Federal Government of Nigeria has paid National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members N33,000 for October, despite announcing an increase to N77,000. Corps members express frustration over the inadequate allowance, citing rising living costs and the delay in implementing the new stipend due to...
The Federal Government of Nigeria has urged states yet to implement the new ₦70,000 minimum wage to commence payments immediately. Secretary George Akume emphasized the government's commitment to fair wages, while highlighting compliance among states like Lagos, Edo, and Adamawa, despite...
Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago announced a new minimum wage of ₦80,000 for civil servants, with plans to increase it to ₦1 million. This decision follows discussions with the Nigerian Labour Congress and aims to improve the economic welfare of workers amid rising living costs.
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In a recent Arise TV interview, Flutterwave founder Iyin Aboyeji argued that Nigeria's weak Naira benefits the economy, despite concerns about purchasing power and minimum wage issues. Rufai Oseni challenged Aboyeji’s claims, citing the impact of inflation and the difficulties of automation in a...
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu announces a new minimum wage of N85,000 for workers, surpassing the federal government’s approved N70,000. This move, aimed at easing economic challenges, reflects the state’s financial strength and commitment to worker welfare, with similar initiatives...
Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State suspends Special Adviser Bashir Ado for a premature announcement on an N70,000 minimum wage increase. Ado's statement, made before official approval, prompted an investigation by a committee tasked with assessing the situation and determining the wage...
Confusion erupted in Jigawa State after Governor Malam Umar Namadi denied approving a N70,000 minimum wage, initially announced by his adviser, Ado Kazaure. The announcement sparked excitement among civil servants, who later expressed disappointment when Kazaure retracted the statement, raising...
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