File photo of NLC President, Joe Ajaero.
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) remains firm in its opposition to the Federal Government’s proposed minimum wage of N62,000, stating that no amount of pressure will alter their stance.
According to Guardian, Joe Ajaero, President of the NLC, reaffirmed the union’s demand for a N250,000 minimum wage. He emphasized the labour union’s unwavering commitment to advocating for workers’ interests.
Despite numerous meetings between the government and the NLC, no significant progress has been made, with both parties standing their ground. This stalemate persists even though the current minimum wage expired in April 2024.
Ajaero addressed these issues yesterday in Kano at an award ceremony hosted by the National Association of Medical and Health Workers, North West zone, in honor of their National President, Kabiru Ado Munibur, and two other national executives from the zone.
Represented by NLC General Secretary Emmanuel Ugboaja, Ajaero voiced concern over the harsh economic conditions and escalating inflation, which he argued are unsustainable for Nigerian workers.
He reiterated the NLC’s steadfast dedication to securing a livable wage that would allow Nigerian workers to maintain a dignified standard of living.
Meanwhile, at the occasion, Kano State Deputy Governor Aminu Abdussalam expressed the administration’s commitment to improving workers’ salaries.
He highlighted the elimination of arbitrary salary deductions, the payment of N11 billion in pension liabilities over the past seven months, and the promotion of civil servants with full remuneration.
