Mr. Joe Ajaero, President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), revealed the agreement reached between organized labour and President Bola Tinubu before accepting the N70,000 minimum wage during the national wage discussions held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. During an interview on Arise Television’s Morning Show, Ajaero explained that while negotiating for a new … Read more
The Senior Staff Association of Statutory Corporations and Government-Owned Companies (SSASCGOC), an affiliate of the Trade Union Congress (TUC) at the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), has commenced an indefinite strike. This action follows the management’s failure to address critical issues concerning the welfare of its members. In a communiqué … Read more
The Presidency has affirmed that there were no human rights violations involved in the recent arrest of Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) President, Joe Ajaero, by the Department of State Services (DSS). EKO HOT BLOG reports that this statement was made in response to allegations of human rights abuses leveled against President Bola Tinubu’s administration by … Read more
The Department of State Services (DSS) has returned the passport of Joe Ajaero, President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), following his recent detention. Ajaero’s passport and phones were initially confiscated during his arrest at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja on Monday. He was en route to the United Kingdom to attend a Trade … Read more
The Department of State Services (DSS) has granted bail to Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) President, Joe Ajaero, leading to his release from custody. Ajaero was arrested by DSS operatives on Monday morning at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport while en route to the United Kingdom to attend a conference organized by the Trade Union Congress … Read more
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has initiated a closed-door meeting in response to the arrest and detention of its President, Joe Ajaero, by Nigerian authorities while he was en route to the UK for a global workers’ conference. Benson Upah, NLC’s Head of Public Relations, confirmed the situation in an interview, stating that Ajaero was … 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
End Hunger protest organizers criticize President Tinubu’s response, announce the fifth day of protests, and call for public support amid clashes and violence. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the organizers of the ‘End Hunger’ protest in Lagos have announced plans to resume their demonstration at Gani Fawehinmi Freedom Park, Ojota, on Monday, August 5, 2024, despite … 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
The Federal Government is optimistic about resolving the national minimum wage issue by next week after a closed-door meeting between President Tinubu and labor leaders. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has expressed optimism that the issue surrounding the new national minimum wage will be resolved by next week. Minister of Information and … 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
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 President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) Joe Ajaero, has stated that organized labour will not go on strike tomorrow despite the ongoing dispute with the government over the new minimum wage. Giving the reason for the decision, Ajaero said labour would not go on strike yet because the figures … 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
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
FG Must Reverse Electricity Tariffs, Scrap Band Classification, NLC Insists This decision was made during a joint National Executive Council meeting,. Organized labor emphasizes the importance of addressing these issues alongside wage increases to ease financial burdens. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a joint National Executive Council meeting held on Tuesday, the Nigeria Labour Congress … Read more
Reactions, Outrage As NLC Exposes Senators’ Monthly ‘Salary’. Labour unions demand ₦494,000 minimum wage, opposed to ₦60,000 offered. NLC highlights Senators’ lucrative earnings, sparking outrage. EKO HOT BLOG reports that amidst the escalating debate on the proposed minimum wage, Nigerians are voicing their concerns on microblogging platform X, highlighting the stark contrast between the salaries and … 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