Judiciary workers in Benue State, under the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN), have locked the gates of the state High Court in Makurdi, protesting the government’s failure to include them in the new ₦75,000 minimum wage implementation. During a visit to the court premises, EKO HOT BLOG correspondent observed union members barricading the entrance, … 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
President-elect Donald Trump has selected Republican Congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer of Oregon to serve as the next Secretary of Labor. During his campaign, Trump pledged to prioritize American workers by safeguarding their jobs, revitalizing U.S. manufacturing, and ensuring pathways to achieve the American dream. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, … 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