Comrade Kaduna Eboigbodin, former Chairman of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) in Edo State, has tragically passed away following an altercation with police officers at a roadblock in Benin City’s Upper Sokponba area. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Civil society organizations have issued a 48-hour ultimatum to the police, demanding that those responsible be identified … Read more
The Kaduna State Government has commenced the implementation of the new national minimum wage, with the lowest-paid worker receiving a gross salary of ₦72,000 in November. Malam Ibraheem Musa, Chief Press Secretary to Governor Uba Sani, confirmed this in a statement on Sunday, countering claims by the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) that the state had … Read more
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
The former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, and the Governor of Abia State, Alex Otti, have announced a significant stakeholders meeting for the party. The Labour Party Extended Stakeholders Meeting is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, September 4th, at the Banquet Hall of the Government House in Umuahia. According to Dodoh … Read more
The Department of States Services, DSS, has refuted reports claiming that its officers had raided the headquarters of the Nigerian Labour Congress, NLC, in Abuja. The denial comes following Wednesday’s allegations by the NLC, that the Service had sent armed men to its office, and that they had carted away some documents. According to the … 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
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
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Senate has promised to pass the new minimum wage bill as fast as possible once it is transmitted by President Bola Tinubu. The assurance was given by the chairman, Senate Committee on Media and Public Affairs, Senator Yemi Adaramodu, during a chat with newsmen in Abuja. According to … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the organized labour is eagerly awaiting President Bola Tinubu’s decision on the ₦62,000 minimum wage proposal, a product of recent negotiations between the Federal Government and the Organised Private Sector. This position was made known on Saturday by the President of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC). Ajaero expressed that the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minimum Wage negotiations has ones again hit a brick wall on Friday after the Federal Government raised its offer to N62,000, while the Organised Labour reduced its demand to N250,000 from N494,000. The state governors on their part had earlier yesterday, while negotiations were still going on declared that … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the presidency has refuted reports that the federal government is proposing a new minimum wage of ₦105,000 for Nigerian workers. This was contained in a statement on Thursday evening by the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. According to him, media reports that the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) says the “labour union has shut down” the national grid, resulting in a blackout nationwide. The national grid shut down occured at about 2.19 am on 3rd June 2024. Editor’s Picks BREAKING: NLC, TUC Announce Latest Decision Over Monday Strike Akpabio Gives Details Of … 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
Eko Hot Blog reports that the organised private sector has accepted the Federal Government’s proposal for a new minimum wage of ₦60,000. The Director-General of the Manufacturing Association of Nigeria, Ajayi Kadri, confirmed this development during a recent interview, stressing that the private sector is constrained by microeconomic, infrastructure and security challenges and that anything … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Organized Labour has turned down the Federal Government’s new minimum wage proposal of N54,000 on Tuesday. One of the leaders of Organised Labour who attended the meeting disclosed to Vanguard in a telephone conversation. This news medium earlier reported that the Federal Government proposed N54,000 to Labour during Tuesday’s … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has proposed a new minimum wage of N54,000 to the organised labour. Recall that the organised Labour comprising of the Nigeria Labour Congress and the Trade Union Congress staged a walkout during the last meeting with the Tripartite Committee on Minimum Wage following the proposal of N48,000. … Read more
Governor Radda advocates for states to determine minimum wage based on revenue He argues federal government should set a minimum standard, not a fixed amount Radda highlights disparities in states’ financial capacities and workforce sizes Eko Hot Blog reports that amidst the ongoing debate over the proposed minimum wage increment, Governor Dikko Radda of Katsina … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Governors have cautioned workers against having overly high expectations from the minimum wage negotiations. They stated that states will only implement sustainable wages but expressed commitment to improving salaries for workers. Editor’s Picks Man Shot Dead During Fuel Queue Commotion In Lagos Senate Clears Air On Minimum Age Requirement For … Read more
NLC and TUC Issue One-Week Ultimatum to FG Demand Reversal of Recent Electricity Tariff Hike Cite Inconsistent Power Supply, Impact on Economic Progress Eko Hot Blog reports that in a joint address on Wednesday in Abuja to commemorate the 2024 Workers’ Day, the presidents of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress … Read more
‘End LP Crisis Or Leave Now’ – Ex-Presidential Aspirant Tells Peter Obi LP factions vie for control amid NLC ownership assertion. Urgent call for unity to ensure LP’s viability in 2027 elections. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Faduri Oluwadare Joseph, a former presidential aspirant of the Labour Party (LP), has issued a challenge to the party’s … Read more