Russia and Ukraine exchange 300 prisoners in a UAE-brokered deal. Freed Russian troops receive medical care in Belarus; Ukraine remains silent. Rising POW numbers fuel concerns as Russia gains ground on the battlefield. Russia and Ukraine have conducted a large-scale prisoner exchange, with each side releasing 150 captured soldiers, according to the Russian Ministry of … Read more
Mauritius, under new PM Navin Ramgoolam, has revised the Chagos Islands deal, calling the original terms inadequate. The initial agreement, announced in October, involved the UK transferring sovereignty over the Chagos Archipelago to Mauritius, while retaining a 99-year lease for Diego Garcia, which hosts a significant UK-US military airbase. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East … Read more
The House of Reps accused organized labour of spreading fake lawmakers’ salary. Lawmakers emphasized that the actions of the NLC and TUC in circulating these figures could incite public resentment. The House reaffirmed its commitment to improving workers’ conditions and acknowledged the temporary suspension of the strike for further negotiations. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the … Read more
NLC and TUC has suspended nationwide strike. Federal Government committed to revisiting national minimum wage. Negotiations to continue for better outcomes. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) have decided to suspend the nationwide strike that had brought economic activities to a standstill. This decision was made … Read more
Nigeria Police Force urges organized labor to cancel planned strike and resume negotiations. The strike is deemed illegal and premature, potentially leading to increased tension and hardship. Public advised to remain calm, prioritize dialogue, and continue lawful activities. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has called on organized labour to cancel the … Read more
National Assembly leaders failed to convince NLC and TUC to call off the planned nationwide strike over the new minimum wage. A four-hour closed-door meeting on Sunday night ended without a resolution. The nationwide strike is scheduled to begin on Monday, June 3rd. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the leadership of the National Assembly on … Read more
NLC, TUC Reject Federal Government’s Proposed N48,000 as Insult Organised Private Sector’s N54,000 Offer Also Deemed Inadequate Unions Walk Out of Negotiations, Demand Living Wage of N615,000 Eko Hot Blog reports that in a scathing response to the federal government’s proposed N48,000 new minimum wage, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress … Read more
US optimistic about resolving Gaza ceasefire deadlock Hopeful for progress with revised Hamas proposal Negotiations ongoing in Cairo Eko hot blog reports that The United States is optimistic about resolving the remaining differences between Israel and Hamas through negotiations on the latest ceasefire proposal. EDITOR’S PICKS MTN Nigeria To Adjust Call tariffs Amid Operational Challenges … Read more
Israel persists with strikes amid uncertain Gaza ceasefire. Ceasefire negotiations ongoing amidst ongoing military operations. Tensions escalate as peace hangs in the balance between Israel and Gaza. Eko hot blog reports that amidst the uncertainty of a ceasefire in Gaza, Israel remains resolute in its operations in Rafah, sparking concerns over the fragile peace negotiations. … Read more
Gaza cease-fire talks stall as Hamas reiterates demands rejected by Israel, signaling continued conflict. Israel closes main aid crossing after Hamas attack, warns of impending military operation in Gaza. U.N. calls for investigation as World Food Program warns of “full-blown famine” in northern Gaza, intensifying humanitarian crisis. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Gaza cease-fire talks … Read more
Joe Ajaero elaborated on N615,000 minimum wage proposal submitted to Tripartite Committee. Recent reforms in Nigeria, like fuel subsidy removal and foreign exchange market unification, increased living costs. Inflation at 33.2% in March; Labour and Federal Government negotiate new minimum wage to alleviate economic strain. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Joe Ajaero, President of … Read more
Negotiations for a new minimum wage between the Federal Government and organized labor have stalled due to differing proposals. The NLC and TUC proposed N615,000, while the government and private sector suggested N60,000 to N70,000. A top official from the Ministry of Labour and Employment. EKO HOT BLOG reports that negotiations between the Federal Government and … 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
President Bola Tinubu may announce new wage on May 1, backdating it to April. National Minimum Wage Committee aims to finalize negotiations before May 1 deadline. Concerns arise as current minimum wage expires on March 31, but agreement unlikely by then. EKO HOT BLOG reports that there are indications that President Bola Tinubu might unveil the … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government of Nigeria has announced that a new minimum wage will be implemented starting April 1, 2024. This information was revealed by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Idris Mohammed, during an interview with Punch in Abuja. The current minimum wage of N30,000 is set to expire … Read more
TUC Demands Reversion to Old Petrol Pump Price and Minimum Wage Increase as Resistance against Subsidy Removal Grows. The Trade Union Congress (TUC) has asked the Federal Government to revert to the previous petrol pump price of N194 per litre and increase the minimum wage to mitigate the impact of subsidy removal. Negotiations are … Read more
74 out of 91 abductees have been released by a notorious terrorist after 22 days in captivity in Zamfara state. The hostages were released on Friday evening after the payment of ransom, and two people were killed during the abduction. Negotiations were made with the terrorists, who demanded the withdrawal of soldiers from the area … Read more
Lawmakers-elect from North had expressed their intention to contest for the Senate President position in the 10th National Assembly. However, they are now relinquishing their ambitions for juicy committee positions, allegedly due to financial inducements and negotiations. One lawmaker from the Northwest has agreed to step down on the condition that he retains his current … Read more
APC says it will resist the opposition parties’ plot to take over the leadership of the House of Reps in the 10th National Assembly. The opposition members-elect have formed a group called Greater Majority’ and are using their numbers as bargaining power in their negotiations with the speakership aspirants of the APC. The APC Director … Read more