The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has accepted the ₦70,000 new minimum wage proposed by the federal government to avoid a potential hike in petrol prices. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has fully accepted the ₦70,000 new minimum wage proposed by the federal government during a meeting with President Bola Tinubu on … Read more
Lagos NLC Chair Funmi Sessi alleges that the Governors’ Forum pressured President Bola Tinubu to approve a ₦70,000 minimum wage instead of the proposed ₦100,000. the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Lagos Council, has expressed concerns over the newly approved national minimum wage of ₦70,000 for civil servants, calling it unsustainable for workers in Lagos. The … Read more
Governor Siminalayi Fubara denies reports of a proposed ₦80,000 minimum wage for state and local government workers, calling them unverified and baseless. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has strongly denied reports suggesting that he proposed a new minimum wage of ₦80,000 for workers in the state and local government areas. This … 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
President Bola Tinubu has reached an agreement with labour leaders on N70,000 on minimum wage for workers in the country. Eko Hot Blog reports that this was disclosed in a statement by Presidential aide, Bayo Onanuga on Thursday. According to the statement, President Tinubu approved N70,000 minimum wage for workers during a meeting with leaders … Read more
President Bola Tinubu will meet with labor leaders to finalize discussions on a new minimum wage, while the Association of Local Government of Nigeria seeks revised revenue formulas for local governments. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu is set to meet with labor leaders on Thursday to finalize discussions on a new minimum … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep concern for the welfare of Nigerian workers, declaring that his administration is prioritizing their needs. Eko Hot Blog reports that Tinubu made this known while speaking with the leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) led by Comrade Joe Ajaero and that of the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria … Read more
President Tinubu, Vice President Shettima, and several governors are holding a closed-door meeting in Abuja, following discussions with labour leaders about the new minimum wage. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has begun a closed-door meeting with Vice President Kashim Shettima and several governors in his office at the State House, Abuja. The … Read more
President Tinubu schedules meeting with Organised Labour to discuss new national minimum wage amid differing proposals. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu is set to meet with Organised Labour in Abuja on Thursday to discuss a new national minimum wage for Nigerian workers. This follows his announcement during his Democracy Day speech on June … Read more
Nigerian labour unions demand an increase in the national minimum wage to ₦250,000 due to inflation and economic instability, but state governors reject this, citing affordability issues. EKO HOT BLOG reports the Minimum wage policies are essential for ensuring a basic standard of living for workers. In Nigeria, the national minimum wage has been a subject … Read more
Organized labor opposes Southern Governors’ Forum proposal to allow states to negotiate minimum wages independently. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the organized labour, including the Nigeria Labour Congress and the Trade Union Congress, has rejected the proposal by the Southern Governors’ Forum to decentralize minimum wage negotiations to state governments. The NLC criticized the proposal as … Read more
NGF assures improved minimum wage amid ongoing negotiations with organized labour. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigeria Governors’ Forum has assured Nigerians and organized labour that ongoing negotiations will lead to an improved minimum wage. Initially rejecting the Federal Government’s proposed N62,000 minimum wage, citing potential borrowing to meet salary obligations, the governors face … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu is set to discuss the new national minimum wage with state governors at the 142nd meeting of the National Economic Council (NEC) at the Aso Rock Villa, Abuja, on Thursday. The President’s Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, revealed this plan during a visit to Kano, where he … Read more
Governors of the thirty-six states will meet today to discuss the proposed new minimum wage, having previously rejected the federal government’s ₦62,000 proposal due to financial constraints, while labor unions demand ₦250,000. Eko Hot Blog reports that Governors of the thirty-six states have scheduled an emergency meeting for today, Wednesday, to address issues related to … Read more
The Federal Executive Council deferred the decision on the new minimum wage memo due to the involvement of multiple stakeholders including local governments, states, the federal government, and labour unions. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Executive Council (FEC) has deferred the memo on the new minimum wage. This online media platform learned that … Read more
FEC meets to address the ongoing minimum wage disagreement between government and labour Eko Hot Blog reports that today’s crucial meeting of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) is set to address several pressing issues affecting Nigeria, with a particular emphasis on resolving the ongoing minimum wage dispute. Following the last session held on May 13th … 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
NGO urges the government to regulate prices of goods and services instead of increasing the minimum wage to address economic challenges and alleviate hardship caused by inflation. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a non-governmental organisation, Safe and Better Nigeria, has stated that regulating the prices of goods and services, rather than increasing the minimum wage, is … Read more
Budget Minister discussed the proposed ₦62,000 minimum wage, explaining that state and local governments struggle to accept it due to limited financial resources. Bagudu emphasized the administration’s commitment to improving living standards through skills development, affordable housing, food, and transportation. He praised President Tinubu and Governor Nasir Idris for their efforts to enhance living conditions … Read more
Accept FG’s Offer On Minimum Wage – Senate Urges Labour. Bamidele calls for dialogue and peace in the minimum wage negotiations, emphasizing unity and patriotism. Despite the government’s offer of a 100% increase, the labour unions rejected it, leading to a two-day strike. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the lawmaker representing Ekiti Central senatorial district and … Read more