Industrial action over the non-implementation of the ₦70,000 new minimum wage began Monday across five states—Ebonyi, Cross River, Kaduna, Nasarawa, and Zamfara—and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), as negotiations between state governments and labor unions remain unresolved. EDITOR’S PICKS Japa: Russia Opens Doors to Migrants Amid Workforce Shortage Crisis Erupts at Celestial Church of Christ … Read more
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has rejected the justifications offered by some state chapters for not joining the planned nationwide strike, emphasising that workers’ welfare must take precedence. Speaking to Punch, NLC National Treasurer Akeem Ambali confirmed that the union had instructed all affiliate unions to prepare their members for industrial action in states that … Read more
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 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
Organised Labour denies Tinubu’s claim of reaching an agreement on the new national minimum wage. Negotiations concluded without consensus; proposals were ₦250,000 by Labour and ₦62,000 by the government and OPS. The Nigeria Labour Congress states that no final decision was made for submission to the President. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Organised Labour has denied … Read more
Rethink ₦60,000 Minimum Wage Proposal, It’s Unsustainable, State Governors Tell FG. NLC and TUC initiated an indefinite strike but agreed to a one-week relaxation for further negotiations. Governors argue that implementing the ₦60,000 minimum wage would force some states to borrow funds to pay salaries. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the governors of Nigeria’s 36 states … Read more
The Organized Private Sector (OPS) supports a ₦60,000 minimum wage for Nigerian workers. OPS warns that wages over ₦100,000 could harm small and medium-sized enterprises. If wages exceed ₦100,000, OPS members would seek tax relief or exemptions from the government. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Organized Private Sector (OPS) has expressed its approval of a … Read more
Organised Labour rejects the Federal Government’s offer of ₦100,000 as the new minimum wage. The Labour unions demand the government take wage negotiations seriously, citing ₦615,000 as the appropriate minimum wage. NLC abd TUC withdrew from negotiations last Wednesday when the government proposed ₦48,000 as the new minimum wage. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Organised … Read more
We Won’t Shift Ground, NLC Insists On N615,000 Minimum Wage. NLC President Joe Ajaero argues the N615,000 figure is based on current economic realities and necessary expenses for an average Nigerian family. Labour unions threaten potential withdrawal of services if the government does not reconsider the offer, citing the current N30,000 minimum wage as unsustainable. … Read more
NLC Proposes sanctions on governors failing to implement new minimum wage. Absence of punitive measures in Minimum Wage Act emboldens state governors, says NLC National Treasurer. Federal Government committee set to convene to deliberate on minimum wage reports from across Nigeria. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) on Sunday, indicated its intent … Read more
Organized Labour demands ₦615,000 as new minimum wage. Consensus reached through NLC and TUC consultations. Previous talk of ₦1 million wage set aside for ₦615,000, pending further discussions. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Organised Labour has demanded ₦615,000 as the new minimum wage for workers in the country. An executive of the organized labour, … Read more