Breaking: FG Surrenders to Labour’s Demand, Agrees To Higher Minimum Wage (Full Details of Resolutions)

FG Yields To Labour’s Demand, Agrees To Higher Minimum Wage. 

In a significant development, the Federal Government of Nigeria has agreed to a higher national minimum wage than its initial proposal of ₦60,000. This decision comes after intense negotiations with labour leaders.

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Key Points from the Meeting

Resolution Agreement: Ejes Gist News reports that the agreement was reached during a crucial meeting held on Monday evening in Abuja. The meeting took place at the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, where government officials and labour leaders convened to address the ongoing dispute over the minimum wage.

President’s Commitment: The government has committed to establishing a national minimum wage higher than ₦60,000. A Tripartite Committee has been set up to meet daily for the next week to finalise the agreeable minimum wage figure.

Labour’s Response: In recognition of the President’s commitment, the organised labour unions have agreed to convene meetings of their organs to consider the new offer. Additionally, it was resolved that no worker would face victimisation as a consequence of participating in the recent industrial action.

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Signatories of the Resolution

The resolutions were signed by key government and labour representatives:

• Government Representatives:
  • Mohammed Idris, Minister of Information and National Orientation
  • Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, Minister of State for Labour and Employment
• Labour Leaders:
  • Joe Ajaero, President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC)
  • Festus Osifo, President of the Trade Union Congress (TUC)

Background of the Dispute

The Nigeria Labour Congress had declared a nationwide indefinite strike starting from June 2, 2024, in response to the government’s initial refusal to increase the proposed minimum wage above ₦60,000. This strike aimed to pressurise the government into meeting the demands of the workers for a more substantial wage increase, considering the rising cost of living and economic challenges.

This agreement marks a crucial step towards resolving the conflict and improving the welfare of Nigerian workers.

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