Nationwide strike looms as NLC fails to reach wage deal with FG. Talks with President Tinubu ended in a deadlock over minimum wage demands and economic concerns.
Today, nationwide tensions escalate as the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) commences a widespread strike following failed negotiations...
The NYSC DG, Brigadier General Yushau Ahmed, announced that corps members will benefit from the new minimum wage negotiations. He also warned against posting camp activities on social media, citing recent disciplinary actions.
The Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)...
Nigeria Labour Congress challenges governors' bid to set state minimum wages independently, citing it as dictatorial and harmful to workers' welfare. The NLC insists on upholding a national wage floor to ensure fair standards and economic stability amid varied state financial capacities.
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President Tinubu delays the decision on the new national minimum wage for further consultations. FEC supports the move to include input from states and the private sector. Minister of Information Mohammed Idris announces decision after FEC meeting. The government aims for a comprehensive...
Nigeria's Federal Executive Council meets to address critical issues, focusing on the minimum wage debate. Government proposes N62,000, while labor demands N250,000. The meeting's outcome could lead to an executive bill and impact labor relations. Other national challenges are also on the...
Organized Labour issues caution to governors over proposed national minimum wage as President Bola Tinubu deliberates. Labour demands N250,000 while government offers N62,000. Delayed decision prompts Labour's patience, dismissing immediate strikes. Governors' discord over wage hikes adds...
The Nigerian government insists labor's N250,000 minimum wage demand is unsustainable, pushing for N62,000 despite union opposition. The Presidency warns meeting labor's demands would use up all resources meant for the entire population. Unions reject the N62,000 figure as insulting and demand...
Nigeria's labor unions clarify stance on minimum wage, open to adjustments. President Tinubu to decide between ₦62,000 and ₦250,000 proposals. Concerns raised over affordability.
Nigeria's organized labor has clarified its stance on the ongoing minimum wage negotiations, stating that it is not...
Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra State advocates for elected officials to earn minimum wage amid Nigeria's financial crisis, stressing fiscal prudence and equity at The Platform event. He critiques extravagant governmental spending amidst widespread poverty and economic challenges
Charles...
The Nigerian government increased its minimum wage offer to N62,000 while labor proposed N250,000, highlighting differences in the ongoing dispute. This article explores the rationale, implications, and potential impact of a significant minimum wage increase on the economy and workers.
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Nigerian Governors' Forum declares N60,000 minimum wage unsustainable, sparking reactions from labor unions, and economic experts. Decision could impact millions of workers, and consumer spending.
In a significant development, the Nigerian Governors' Forum (NGF) has declared that the N60,000...
Nigerians criticize SGF George Akume for lamenting his inability to pay his four drivers N100k monthly, citing financial priorities and questioning the need for four drivers.
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, sparked controversy when he expressed his inability to...
Amid negotiations for a new minimum wage, the Presidency refutes claims that Finance Minister Wale Edun proposed a N105,000 monthly wage. Speculations arose following a meeting with President Tinubu, but the Presidency swiftly dismissed them as false.
The Presidency has refuted widespread...
Minister of Finance Wale Edun submitted cost projections for a new national minimum wage following President Bola Tinubu's 48-hour ultimatum. The report includes potential wage levels and their budget impacts. This comes after a nationwide strike by Organized Labour demanding higher wages and...
Nigeria's labor unions vow to reject any "paltry" increase to the N60,000 minimum wage, threatening nationwide unrest if demands for a substantial living wage hike are not met. The Tinubu administration faces a high-stakes showdown.
Nigeria's labor unions have drawn a hard line, vowing to...
Organised Labour, comprising the NLC and TUC, suspended their strike for five days as negotiations with the government commence. The Federal Government, after a six-hour meeting, committed to raising the minimum wage above N60,000. The Tripartite Committee will meet daily to finalize the new...
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