The Federal Government, through the National Salaries, Incomes, and Wages Commission (NSIWC), has announced that the payment of the new minimum wage will commence in July 2024. NSIWC Chairman, Ekpo Nta, made this statement during a press briefing on Tuesday in Abuja, clarifying that this timeline aligns with when the President approved the bill, following … Read more
Governor Alex Otti has assured workers in Abia State that the new minimum wage will be implemented in October 2024. This announcement was made by the State Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, during a press conference in Umuahia. Kanu confirmed that the wage increase would apply to all categories of workers and fulfills Governor … Read more
Governor Ademola Adeleke has approved a rescheduling of working days for various categories of civil servants and extended the payment of palliatives for public officials for the next two months due to rising transportation costs and economic challenges in the country. In alignment with Governor Adeleke’s commitment to the welfare of workers and in response … Read more
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has revealed that his administration is actively working on implementing a new minimum wage for civil servants in the state. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Speaking at the 14th convocation ceremony of Osun State University, held at the institution’s main campus in Osogbo on Saturday, Governor Adeleke acknowledged the economic challenges faced … Read more
The Committee on Consequential Adjustments in Salaries for civil servants convened on Friday to discuss the new minimum wage template and agreed to set the effective date for the ₦70,000 minimum wage at July 29, 2024. This decision was outlined in a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) released after the meeting, which was attended by representatives … Read more
The Federal Government and the Labour Union have signed a Memorandum of Understanding on the new minimum wage of ₦70,000. A statement from the Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation, signed by Eno Olotu, Head of Information and Public Relations, confirmed that the committee on civil service salaries has agreed to … Read more
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has announced its intention to engage the federal government in discussions on strategies to help workers cope with the recent surge in petrol prices, which the union claims has diminished the anticipated benefits of the new ₦70,000 national minimum wage. NLC President Joe Ajaero made this announcement during the opening … Read more
The Federal Government has issued a stern warning to private sector employers, urging them to strictly adhere to the N70,000 minimum wage. Any deviation from this mandate will not be tolerated, the government has emphasized. According to the FG, the new minimum wage is crucial in addressing the current economic challenges, and it is imperative … 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
Nigerians React to N70,000 National Minimum Wage Act 2019 (Amendment Bill) Nigerians from various walks of life have responded to the recently agreed N70,000 National Minimum Wage Act 2019 (Amendment Bill) between organized labor and the federal government. EKO HOT BLOG reported that the agreement came after several rounds of negotiations between labor leaders and … Read more
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has condemned the federal government for betrayal following the Nigerian National Petroleum Company’s (NNPC) increase in petrol prices. In a statement on Tuesday, NLC President Joe Ajaero criticized the government’s move to raise the pump price to ₦855 per litre, emphasizing that it contradicts their agreement to keep fuel prices … Read more
Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, has announced an increase in the minimum wage for civil servants in the state to N70,000. The new wage will take effect starting in September. Governor Nwifuru made the announcement on Saturday during the grand finale of the Ojiji Izhi New Yam Festival 2024. EDITOR’S PICKS: Tinubu Appoints New DSS, … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu signed into law a new national minimum wage of ₦70,000 on Monday, July 29, 2024, marking a significant increase from the previous ₦30,000. This decision follows intense negotiations by the Tripartite Committee, which included representatives from Organized Labour, the private sector, and the federal government. EDITOR’S PICKS #Endbadgovernance: Organizers Plan Another … Read more
The Federal Government has resolved the longstanding issue of unpaid minimum wage arrears for staff of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet). EKO HOT BLOG reports that the settlement, covering 45 months of arrears dating back to 2019, was confirmed in a statement issued on August 12, 2024, by Okechukwu Nwokoro, Secretary of the NiMet Unions Joint … Read more
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and twenty-seven states have yet to establish committees to implement the recently approved ₦70,000 minimum wage. This follows President Bola Tinubu’s recent signing of the new wage law. EKO HOT BLOG reports that despite the swift passage of the bill by the National Assembly and the President’s endorsement, several states have … Read more
The federal government assures financing the new ₦70,000 minimum wage will be feasible, with plans to increase crude oil output to 2 million barrels per day. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the federal government has assured there will be no difficulties in financing the new ₦70,000 minimum wage signed into law by President Bola Tinubu. The … Read more
Governor Obaseki blames federal policies for hardship in Nigeria and outlines Edo State’s measures to alleviate suffering, including wage increases and free transport. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, stated on Sunday that the hardship in the country is attributable to the policies of the Federal Government. This remark came as … Read more
Labour unions express delight and call for immediate implementation after President Bola Tinubu signs the ₦70,000 minimum wage bill into law. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the organized labour expressed delight on Monday after President Bola Tinubu signed the new National Minimum Wage Act into law, raising the minimum wage to ₦70,000. In an interview with … Read more
Anambra JUSUN ends its indefinite strike after a meeting with Governor Soludo, who promised to address judiciary workers’ salary issues following the implementation of the new minimum wage. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Anambra State chapter of the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) has officially ended its indefinite industrial action following a productive meeting … 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