NLC Demands Minimum Wage Talks Before October 24 Deadline
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has set an ultimatum for the Federal Government to initiate negotiations for a new national minimum wage by October 24. The NLC's president, Joe Ajaero, issued this ultimatum on October 16, emphasizing the urgent need to address the rising living costs affecting Nigerian workers.
A senior NLC official indicated that if the government does not respond, the union will consult its leadership structures to decide on further actions. The Federal Government, represented by the Minister of Labour and Employment, Maigari Dingyadi, has resisted the demand, stating that the next minimum wage review is scheduled for June 1, 2027.
Dingyadi noted that the current minimum wage, established by the National Minimum Wage (Amendment) Act signed by President Bola Tinubu in July 2024, reflects a 133 percent increase over the previous wage. The minister acknowledged the economic challenges faced by workers but maintained that reopening negotiations now would be premature.
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