In a significant move, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has endorsed the new national minimum wage of N70,000 proposed by President Bola Tinubu during a recent meeting with Organised Labour.
During an emergency National Executive Council (NEC) meeting, members also agreed to a three-year review cycle for the minimum wage. NLC President Joe Ajaero conveyed the NEC’s decisions in a communique, highlighting the council’s support for the leadership’s handling of the wage negotiations.
The communique emphasized the NEC’s unanimous approval of the new minimum wage and the review period, acknowledging the necessity of full compliance once the wage becomes law. It also noted that this decision, while challenging and below the initial demand, was made in solidarity to prevent a further hike in petrol prices that would exacerbate hardships for Nigerians.
The NLC reaffirmed its commitment to defending workers’ rights and urged all Nigerians to unite in holding leaders accountable for sacrifices and service.
