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Minimum Wage Decision Expected as Nigerian Labour Leaders Await President's Response ABUJA, NIGERIA – The discussions on the new minimum wage between the Federal Government and Organized Labour are anticipated to conclude today, with labour leaders keenly awaiting President Bola Tinubu's verdict on their N250,000 proposal. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) had set a Monday deadline for finalizing the new minimum wage talks. Last Friday, the Tripartite Committee on National Minimum Wage concluded its meetings where the Federal Government and the Organized Private Sector agreed on N62,000, while Labour demanded N250,000. However, the Nigeria Governors Forum declared that any minimum wage exceeding N60,000 would be unsustainable. A labour leader who spoke anonymously on Sunday stated, "We have submitted the report to the president and are waiting for him to make his decision. That is the most important thing and that is what we are all waiting for." The labour leaders, including NLC President Joe Ajaero, are currently attending a labour conference organized by the International Labour Organisation in Geneva, Switzerland. The leadership plans to hold a National Executive Council meeting upon their return, where a decision on a potential strike will be made based on the president's feedback. "We must come back from Geneva first before we can hold a NEC meeting. We are also trying to be careful so the government won't say Labour is inciting citizens against it. We are waiting for the president's decision," added another top NLC official. The labour unions, comprising the NLC and TUC, recently embarked on a two-day nationwide strike to demand a new minimum wage and the reversal of the electricity tariff hike. The strike was suspended for five days after a commitment was made with the Federal Government to resume negotiations and establish a new minimum wage within a week. Following a six-hour meeting between labour leaders and the National Assembly in Abuja, President Tinubu directed the finance minister, Wale Edun, to present the cost implications of a new minimum wage within two days. The finance minister, alongside the Minister of Budget and National Planning, Atiku Bagudu, presented the cost implications at the Presidential Villa on Thursday. The president is currently reviewing the proposal and is expected to make an official announcement soon. When asked about the Monday ultimatum, a source within the NLC said, "We have sent a report to the committee and are expecting the president to act on it. We will hold a National Executive Council meeting regarding the ultimatum when we return from Geneva. It is very important for us to be there, but right now, we are patiently waiting for the decision of Mr President." Organized Labour's recent actions underscore the urgency and importance of establishing a new minimum wage for Nigerian workers. The outcome of President Tinubu's decision will be crucial in determining the next steps for both the government and the labour unions. Related News: Atiku claims to have saved Tinubu's political career Debating the appropriate wage for workers Labour criticizes governors for minimum wage stance The labour leaders and the nation await the president's decision, which will significantly impact the economic and social landscape of Nigeria.

Minimum Wage: Negotiations To End Today As Labour Awaits Tinubu’s Approval

The ongoing negotiations over Nigeria’s new minimum wage between the Federal Government and Organised Labour are set to conclude today. This comes as the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC), await President Bola Tinubu’s decision on their proposed

June 10, 2024

Minimum Wage: Labour To Reject N100,000 Proposal By Nigerian Govt As Negotiations Continues On Tuesday

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NLC, 30 Others Join Ongoing Nationwide Strike (Full List)

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and thirty other unions have initiated an indefinite nationwide strike, citing the Federal Government’s refusal to raise the minimum wage from N60,000. The strike, set to commence at midnight on Sunday, June 2, 2024, follows a series

June 3, 2024

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US-based Nigerian Scholar Berates Organised Labour For Declaring Strike When Students Are Writing WASSCE

A Nigerian Professor of Anatomy based in Delaware, United States, Josephine Emmanuella-Fatolu, has berated the organized Labour in Nigeria for embarking on a nationwide strike at a time when students are writing their West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)

June 3, 2024

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Minimum Wage: Negotiations To End Today As Labour Awaits Tinubu’s Approval

NLC, 30 Others Join Ongoing Nationwide Strike (Full List)

US-based Nigerian Scholar Berates Organised Labour For Declaring Strike When Students Are Writing WASSCE

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