Benson Upah, the Head of Information for the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), has in strong terms condemned the failure of some state governors to implement the new minimum wage, tagging it a “crime against humanity.” In a conversation with ARISE NEWS, Upah expressed his displeasure over the noncompliance of some state governors in fulfilling the … Read more
As frustrations rise over the recent spike in petrol prices, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has demanded that the federal government reverse the hike and return prices to ₦617 per litre. The NLC President, Comrade Joe Ajaero, stated that the government’s decision contradicts an earlier agreement reached during negotiations. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For … Read more
The Nigeria police have invited the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, Joe Ajaero, for interrogation on charges related to alleged “criminal conspiracy, terrorism financing, treasonable felony, subversion and cybercrime” This is contained in a statement by the NLC Head of Information and Public Affairs, Mr Benson Upah on Monday in Abuja. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called on the Federal Government not to take steps to interfere in the tenure of union leaders in the country. Mr Benson Upah, NLC Head of Information made the call while addressing newsmen on Thursday in Abuja. Upah alleged that the government wanted to impose a two-year tenure on … Read more
NLC and TUC warn governors against poor advice and await President Tinubu’s decision on minimum wage proposals, rejecting a ₦62,000 offer and demanding ₦250,000 instead. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) issued a warning on Saturday to certain governors, cautioning them against giving advice that … Read more
NLC Challenges Tinubu’s Stance On Minimum Wage Affordability. The NLC condemned Tinubu’s statement that the government could only pay what the country can afford, seeing it as a contradiction of his promise to pay a living wage. NLC spokesperson Benson Upah criticized Tinubu’s comments as inconsistent with his previous commitments during an interview. EKO HOT … Read more
Labour Party leadership stands firm on national convention despite tensions. Party petitions government against alleged aggression from Nigeria Labour Congress. LP convention plans remain uncertain amidst peace efforts and conflicting reports. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the leadership of the Labour Party has reaffirmed its decision to proceed with its national convention on Wednesday, despite recent … Read more