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The Federal Government has shared details on its recent engagement with organized labour, emphasizing the need for regular dialogue. Speaking after the meeting on Wednesday, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, highlighted the government’s commitment to maintaining open communication with labour leaders to prevent crises. The meeting, which took place at the […]
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has issued a stern warning that it may embark on a nationwide strike if the federal government does not issue an apology for the recent raid on its Abuja secretariat. In a statement, the NLC condemned the government’s ongoing silence and failure to address its demands following the raid, which […]
Negotiations on a new minimum wage have been adjourned till Wednesday after the organised labour rejected the Federal Government’s revised proposal of ₦54,000. A reliable source present at the meeting informed our correspondent of the development. The Federal Government had increased its offer from an initial ₦48,000 to ₦54,000 following a walkout by labour representatives […]
The Federal Government will resume negotiations on Tuesday with organized labour and other stakeholders regarding the proposed new national minimum wage of ₦48,000. There are indications that the government might revise this proposal upwards. Alhaji Bukar Goni, Chairman of the Tripartite Committee on National Minimum Wage, confirmed this in a letter dated May 16, 2024, […]
On Wednesday, the organized labour representatives walked out of the minimum wage committee meeting with the Federal Government in response to the latter’s offer of a ₦48,000 new minimum wage. The organized labour unions, comprising the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC), had previously demanded a new minimum wage […]
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has outlined seven key demands for the Federal Government ahead of the May 1, 2024 Workers’ Day celebrations. In addition to advocating for a new minimum wage, the NLC is calling for the creation of state and local government police forces to address the country’s security challenges. The NLC emphasized […]
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) continues to advocate for a living wage for workers across the nation, emphasizing the need for salaries and wages to reflect the current cost of living. During the 11th Quadrennial Delegates Conference of the Medical and Health Workers Union of Nigeria on Friday, March 8, in Abuja, NLC President Joe […]
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has urged the Federal Government to address alleged shortfalls in fulfilling the October 2, 2023 agreement with Organised Labour, dismissing claims of 80% agreement fulfillment. In a letter dated February 29, 2024, NLC cautioned against resorting to propaganda, stating that it is heightening restiveness among citizens. Addressed to the Minister […]
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has issued a stern warning to the Federal Government regarding planned attacks on its upcoming rallies set for Tuesday and Wednesday. If such assaults are carried out, the NLC has vowed to initiate a complete cessation of work and potentially disrupt the entire Nigerian economy. “…in the event of an […]
In a dialogue held yesterday, the Federal Government assured the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) of its unwavering commitment to fulfilling all agreements reached with them. However, the government acknowledged the impracticality of implementing all agreements simultaneously in response to the 14-day ultimatum presented by both labour groups. Addressing concerns regarding […]