Ekohotblog reports that the Lagos State Government is set to begin construction on the Epe Mixed Development Scheme and Labour City. This project aims to stop unplanned building activities in the area and provide necessary infrastructure for the people. The announcement was made at a meeting with community leaders and residents held at Epe Resort. … Read more
The arrest and release of Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) President Joe Ajaero by the Department of State Services (DSS) on September 9 have triggered reactions from the public. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ajaero was detained at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, just as he was about to embark on an official trip to the … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has expressed regret over its decision to abstain from the #EndBadGovernance protest that took place in August. Benson Upah, the NLC’s Head of Information, accused the Bola Tinubu-led administration of silencing confrontation voices and suppressing dissent. During an interview on Arise TV on Tuesday, Upah accused … Read more
The Houston Chapter of Eko Club USA Inc. marked the 2024 Labor Day with a vibrant celebration, featuring sports activities and social gatherings at their clubhouse. The event, held on the first Monday in September, paid tribute to the contributions of the labor movement to the advancement of the socioeconomic development of the United States … Read more
Despite a federal agreement on a new ₦70,000 minimum wage, many states are hesitant to commit, citing the need for further consultations and financial assessments. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in spite of the recent agreement between the Federal Government, Labour, and the Organised Private Sector (OPS) to set the new minimum wage at ₦70,000, many states … Read more
The leaders of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) have announced their acceptance of the ₦70,000 minimum wage approved for Nigerian workers by President Bola Tinubu. According to a statement by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, President Tinubu also committed to finding ways … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that federal government has increased its offer for the new minimum wage for workers from N60,000 to N62,000. The figure was reportedly arrived at on Friday during a meeting between federal government representatives and labour leaders called to deliberate on the new minimum wage. The organised labour, on the other hand, … Read more
Joe Ajaero dismissed reports of the organized labour demanding N105,000 N105,000 Minimum Wage not from Organized Labour Ajaero Speaks after Tripartite Committee Meeting Eko Hot Blog reports that the President of the Nigerian Labour Congress, NLC, Joe Ajaero, said the request for the minimum wage of N105,000 was not from organized labour. Ajaero, on Thursday, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Organized Labour has called on President Bola Tinubu to personally step in to resolve the ongoing minimum wage negotiations and prevent the indefinite strike action set to begin on Monday. This is as the Federal Government warned that the national minimum wage being demanded by labour could destabilise the … Read more
NLC and TUC declare nationwide strike over minimum wage deadlock. Festus Osifo announces strike during joint press conference in Abuja. Strike set to begin on Monday, June 3rd, 2024. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) jointly announced a nationwide strike set to commence on Monday, June … Read more
FG Announces Date For Implementation Of New Minimum Wage Decision made despite ongoing negotiations by the Tripartite Committee. Minister of State Labour confirms ongoing consultations for swift implementation. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led Federal Government has disclosed that the new minimum wage will take effect from May 1, 2024. EDITOR’S PICKS it BREAKING: … Read more
FG is set to provide over 2.5 millions Jobs for Nigerians. The job opportunities will be made available through the Labour Employment Enhancement Programme (LEEP). The programme will target young people in the country EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government’s initiative, the Labour Employment Enhancement Programme (LEEP), is slated to generate 2.5 million job … Read more
Organized Labour demands ₦615,000 as new minimum wage. Consensus reached through NLC and TUC consultations. Previous talk of ₦1 million wage set aside for ₦615,000, pending further discussions. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Organised Labour has demanded ₦615,000 as the new minimum wage for workers in the country. An executive of the organized labour, … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that amid Nigeria’s challenges with soaring inflation and increasing living expenses, organized labor, spearheaded by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), has put forward a bold proposal for a minimum wage of N500,000 for Nigerian workers. This proposal coincides with the commencement of zonal public hearings on the new wage structure across six … Read more
tEKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, insisted yesterday that the only thing that would stop the planned nationwide strike over the hardship in the country was the federal government’s honouring of the agreement it had with labour. This was contained in the latest letter written to the government, where in the NLC … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has said that the ongoing protest aims to compel the Federal Government to halt obnoxious policies that have led to the economic crisis in the country. The Congress lamented that the government’s draconian policies are killing workers and Nigerians in general. EDITOR’S PICKS A Nation at … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Organised Labour is prepared to lower its demand for N1m minimum wage for workers in the country in line with realities on the ground. The President of the Nigerian Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) and a member of the labour unions, Akeem Ambali, stated this in an interview. EDITOR’S … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that to combat the smuggling and hoarding of food items, the Nigeria Customs Service, Nigeria Immigration Service, Department of State Services, and Economic and Financial Crimes Commission have initiated a nationwide crackdown, bolstering border surveillance. This online media platform gathered that this comes after Organised Labour declared a two-day protest against the … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has said that a new minimum wage of N100,000 is not viable. Onanuga stated this during an interview on Arise TV on Monday Night. EDITOR’S PICKS Full List Of AFCON Awards As Ekong Wins Player Of The Tournament REVEALED! How … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the federal government has responded to the strike notice of the Organised Labour, stating that some of the agreements reached with its members during the October 2023 negotiation meeting cannot be implemented at once. This online media platform recalls that the leaders of organised labour and government representatives entered into a … Read more