MINIMUM WAGE

Nigerian Governors Debate N70,000 Minimum Wage Feasibility. Governors from across the 36 states in Nigeria have recently convened under the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) to address the pressing issue of minimum wage adjustments amidst…
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Ben Etanabene, a member of the House of Representatives representing Okpe, Sapele, Uvwie Federal constituency, has advocated for a minimum wage of at least ₦150,000. Etanabene made this statement on Wednesday during an appearance on Arise…
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Negotiations for Nigerian Workers’ New Minimum Wage Hit Major Roadblock.  Abuja, May 28 – The ongoing negotiations for a new minimum wage for Nigerian workers have hit another significant roadblock just days before the May 31 deadline.…
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The presidency has responded to the recent proposal by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) for a new minimum wage of N497,000 for workers, labeling it as unrealistic. Presidential aide, Bayo Onanuga, urged…
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Organised Labour has rejected the Federal Government's proposed new minimum wage of N54,000, announced during a meeting on Tuesday. The Federal Government had initially offered N48,000 but raised the figure to N54,000 following…
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ABUJA, Nigeria — Organized Labour in Nigeria has firmly rejected a proposed new minimum wage of N100,000, asserting that such an amount is insufficient to meet the basic needs of workers and their families. This stance was reiterated by the…
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The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) have expressed deep disappointment and rejected the Federal Government's proposed N48,000 minimum wage, describing it as an insult to Nigerian workers. The labour unions…
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TUC President Festus Osifo dismissed the likelihood of announcing a new minimum wage on this year's Workers Day, just five days away, citing ongoing negotiations by the Tripartite Committee. Speaking to reporters in Abuja yesterday,…
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A significant development unfolded as the federal government commenced a public hearing on the minimum wage in Uyo, the capital of Akwa Ibom State, on Thursday, March 7. The event, overseen by the representative of the zonal…
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Nigerian Labour Congress  (NLC) Adjusts Minimum Wage Proposal Amid Economic Realities In a significant shift, the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) has revised its initial proposal of a N200,000 minimum wage for Nigerian workers. The…
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Federal Government of Nigeria Launches Committee to Review National Minimum Wage Amidst Economic Challenges In a significant move aimed at addressing economic challenges and mitigating the impact of the fuel subsidy removal,…
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NLC President Joe Ajaero Urges Collective Effort for New National Minimum Wage: Embracing Unity in the Struggle The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) President, Mr Joe Ajaero, emphasized the collective nature of the negotiation and…
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