53 h. ago Shipping company backtracks, agrees to pay N200,000 minimum wage

Tribune Online Shipping company backtracks, agrees to pay N200,000 minimum wage Findings have revealed that Messrs. Hull-Blyth Nigeria Limited, the shipping company that initially refused to accept a N200,000 minimum wage agreement mid-wifed by the Federal Government between the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN) and the Shipping, Shipping Agencies, Clearing and Forwarding Employers Association (SSACFEA), has finally agreed to the terms of that agreement. Recall […] Shipping company backtracks, agrees to pay N200,000 minimum wage Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Minimum wage: NLC attacks Obasanjo over workers’ betrayal claim

The Nigeria Labour Congress, on Monday, lampooned former President Olusegun Obasanjo over his claim that labour leaders betrayed Nigerian workers by accepting the N70,000 new minimum wage offered by the President Tinubu-led Federal Government. In a statement titled, “Under Saint Matthew of Owu,” the NLC President, Joe Ajaero, described Obasanjo’s remarks as uncharitable, refuting the Read More

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7 d. ago New minimum wage poor, labour leaders betrayed workers, says Obasanjo

By Seyi Babalola Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has questioned President Bola Tinubu’s new minimum wage of N70,000 for workers, which was approved last year. Obasanjo claims it is insufficient to provide their fundamental requirements, such as transportation, food, and housing. The former President also accused union leaders of betraying workers by putting personal interests ahead […] The post New minimum wage poor, labour leaders betrayed workers, says Obasanjo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Obasanjo Criticizes New Minimum Wage, Says ₦70,000 Is Insufficient For Basic Needs

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has criticized the new minimum wage of ₦70,000 approved by President Bola Tinubu, stating it’s insufficient to cover workers’ basic needs like transportation, food, and housing. Obasanjo also accused labour leaders of betraying workers by prioritizing personal interests over collective welfare, alleging they accepted bribes from the government. This development comes […] The post Obasanjo Criticizes New Minimum Wage, Says ₦70,000 Is Insufficient For Basic Needs appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Minimum wage poor, Labour leaders betrayed workers — Obasanjo

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has criticised the N70,000 new minimum wage approved for workers by President Bola Tinubu, describing it as grossly inadequate to cover workers’ basic needs, including transportation, food, and housing. The former President accused labour leaders of betraying workers by prioritising personal interests over collective welfare. “That is the situation in Nigeria Read More

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1 week ago LAWMA clarifies street sweeper salary structure, reaffirms workers’ welfare

By Lukman Olabiyi The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has issued a statement in response to a viral video that sparked public outrage over the wages of street sweepers in the state. The video, which featured a LAWMA worker claiming that sweepers were underpaid and had not received the promised N85,000 minimum wage, quickly went […] The post LAWMA clarifies street sweeper salary structure, reaffirms workers’ welfare appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago LAWMA defends ₦40,000 salary for street sweepers, says It’s minimum wage compliant

In response to a viral video that sparked outrage on social media, the Lagos Waste Management Authority has clarified the wage structure of street sweepers. The video, which featured a LAWMA worker claiming that sweepers were underpaid and had not received the promised minimum wage of ₦85,000, quickly gained traction and led to widespread public Read More

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3 w. ago Kano commissioner insists 160 ‘ghost’ workers in water board, staff begin strike

Both the permanent and casual staff of the Kano State Water Board have embarked on an indefinite strike and conducted Alqunut (special supplication) prayers in protest against the management’s refusal to implement the N70,000 minimum wage and confirm the casual staff. Arewa PUNCH observed that the workers took to the streets, demanding the immediate approval Read More

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