2027: Why Labour Party is stongest – Nenadi Usman
The Interim National Chairman of the Labour Party, Nenadi Usman, has declared that the party remains the strongest political platform in Nigeria ahead of the 2027 general elections. She made this assertion while speaking during an interview on Prime Time, a programme aired on Arise Television. Usman explained that the Labour Party stands out because […]
Nigerian Government’s proposed 5% fuel tax angers citizens
The Federal Government’s proposal to introduce a five percent fuel tax has sparked outrage across the country. Finance Minister Wale Edun explained last week that the surcharge was not a new levy, but an old provision under the 2007 Federal Road Maintenance Agency (FERMA) Act, now being included in the 2025 Tax Administration Act for […]
Fuel scarcity looms as NUPENG begins nationwide strike Monday
The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has announced that its members will embark on a nationwide strike starting Monday, September 8, 2025. The union explained that the move is in protest against alleged anti-labour practices connected to the use of newly imported Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) trucks from Dangote Refinery. In […]
FG approves policy to regulate trade unions’ activities and address strike actions
To help reduce frequent strike actions, the Federal Government has approved the National Industrial Relations Policy (NIRP) 2025. This new policy aims to guide how trade unions operate and to improve the relationship between workers and employers. The decision was made while nurses under the National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM-FHI) continue a […]
Labour to demand cost of living allowance for Nigerian workers
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) is preparing for a new campaign to demand a cost of living allowance for Nigerian workers. This move comes as many Nigerians continue to struggle with rising living costs. Speaking in an interview with Vanguard, NLC President Joe Ajaero expressed deep concern over the severe economic hardship affecting Nigerians since […]
Inflation: Labour pushes for minimum wage increase in 2025
Labour unions in Nigeria are advocating for a yearly adjustment of the N70,000 minimum wage to keep up with inflation. Festus Osifo, the president of the Trade Union Congress (TUC), highlighted this proposal during an interview on Politics Today on Channels Television. Osifo explained that waiting several years to review the minimum wage doesn’t reflect […]
Nigerians Should Not Politicise The Tax Bill – TUC President, Festus Osifo –
The President of the Trade Union Congress (TUC), Festus Osifo, has advised Nigerians not to politicise the ongoing discussions about the controversial tax reform bills. He also cautioned against adding tribal or religious sentiments to the debate, saying these reforms are crucial but require adjustments to serve the majority of Nigerians better. Speaking during an […]
Tinubu Approves New Minimum Wage of N70,000 for Nigerian Workers
President Tinubu has approved a new minimum wage of N70,000 for Nigerian workers. This significant development was announced during a meeting with leaders from the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The approval of this new minimum wage is a crucial step in improving the […]
President Tinubu to Discuss Minimum Wage with NLC, TUC on Thursday
President Bola Tinubu plans to meet with labour leaders on Thursday, barring any last-minute changes. The meeting with the labour leaders will take place at the Presidential Villa in Abuja to discuss the new national minimum wage for Nigerian workers. The meeting is initiated by the President and will include the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) […]
NLC: University Lecturers – ASUU – Join Nationwide Strike
University lecturers, represented by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), have been directed to participate in the ongoing strike organized by labor unions The nationwide strike, initiated by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC), began on Monday in opposition to the Federal Government’s proposal of a N60,000 minimum wage. On […]