Minimum Wage: States have no excuse not to Pay beyond N70,000 — Employers Association
The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has said that state governments have no reason to pay civil servants less than the recently approved ₦70,000 minimum wage. The group explained that rising federal allocations and the high cost of living across the country make it necessary for states to do more. NECA’s Director General, Adewale Smatt-Oyerinde, […]
“Nigerians already paid more through bribes” President’s aide defends passport fee hike
President Bola Tinubu’s Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, has spoken out in defense of the new increase in passport application fees by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS). Ajayi explained on X (formerly Twitter) that many Nigerians were already paying far more than the official charges by giving bribes just to speed […]
Hungry masses: Nigerians reject pay rise for Tinubu, Shettima, Akpabio, others
The Nigerian government is considering increasing salaries for political office holders, arguing that current pay is outdated and insufficient. Mohammed Shehu, Chairman of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), shared this during a press briefing in Abuja. Shehu explained that President Bola Tinubu currently earns N1.5 million per month, while ministers earn less […]
Minimum Wage Talks Between Organised Labour and Tinubu Remain Inconclusive
The discussions regarding minimum wage between Organised Labour representatives and President Bola Tinubu have once again concluded without a definitive agreement being reached. President Bola Tinubu convened the meeting, but it ended without any clear decisions or outcomes. Labour leaders exiting the meeting indicated that they will resume talks with the Presidency next week. Additionally, […]
Nigerian Presidency Urges Patience on Minimum Wage Bill
The Presidency is asking Nigerians to wait calmly and not rush President Bola Tinubu regarding the new minimum wage. Government reassures that once ready, Tinubu will send the proposed bill to the National Assembly. Bayo Onanuga, the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, questioned the urgency in transmitting the bill, speaking to Punch. Onanuga’s […]