Akpabio Erred, Not Every Employer Will Pay ₦70,000 Minimum Wage (See List)
Akpabio Erred, Not Every Employer Will Pay ₦70,000 Minimum Wage (See List) The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has made a mistake regarding his statement on employers included in the new National minimum wage approved by President Bola Tinubu. Recalls that the Senate and House of Representatives passed the new minimum wage bill on Tuesday. The legislation […]
“You Support Planned Nationwide Protest or Not?”— Atiku Opens up
“You Support Planned Nationwide Protest or Not?”— Atiku Opens up THE Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar as reacted to the ongoing #plannednationwideprotest. Atiku Abubakar declared his support for the planned nationwide protest. He stated that it is the constitutional rights of citizens to peacefully assemble and express their grievances. Atiku reiterated that these […]
Oyo Gov’t Trains 33 LGA Chairmen, 351 Councillors
The Oyo State government, has organized an induction workshop for the Thirty-Three (33) Local Government Chairmen, Vice Chairmen and Councillors in the State. The workshop was in collaboration with KloverHarris Innovative Solutions Limited was held in Ibadan recently Governor, Seyi Makinde who said the induction workshop is aimed at keeping the officers abreast of current […]
BREAKING: NLC issues fresh demands to FG
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has demanded that the lump sum payment on retirement under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) be increased to 50 percent. This request according to NLC president, Joe Ajaero will help retirees start their retirement comfortably. Ajaero who spoke at an event in Abuja on Monday said retiring workers often worry […]
Lagos to start charging cars parked outside church, mosque premises
The Lagos State government has announced the launch of its on-street parking scheme, set to begin in October. The scheme will introduce hourly charges for cars parked on designated streets. A notice from the Lagos State Parking Authority (LASPA), dated July 19 and signed by Head of Operations Ayokunle Akinrimisi, was addressed to the Pentecostal […]
Alayaki Ona-Ara Congratulates Aare Alao, Comrade Idris, Others Over Supervisory Councilors, SAs, Appointment
One of the prominent Youth of the Peoples Democratic Party in Ona-Ara Local government Hon. Olumide Oduola politically addressed as Alayaki Ona-Ara has extends warm congratulations to the newly approved Supervisory Councilors and Special Assistants to the Council Chairman, Hon. Dr. Temitope Kolapo-Glorious. ALSO READ: Alayaki Ona-Ara Offers Condolences to Amb. Taofeek Arapaja over Mother’s Death […]
JUST IN: Tinubu Approves New Minimum Wage for Workers
JUST IN: Tinubu Approves New Minimum Wage for Workers President Bola Tinubu has approved N70,000 minimum wage for Nigerian workers with promise to review the national minimum wage law every three years, EGALITARIAN VOICE reports. President Tinubu also promised to find ways to assist the private sector and the sub-nationals to pay the minimum wage. ALSO READ: Nigerian […]
Nigerian lawmakers reduce salaries over economic hardship, See New Amount They will Earn
Members of the House of Representatives have decided to reduce their jumbo salaries by 50 percent for the next six months. This is in response to the widespread economic challenges facing the country. The decision was made during a plenary session on Thursday, following the approval of a motion of urgent public importance. The motion, […]
NASS Moves to Strengthen LG Autonomy with INEC -Led Elections
The National Assembly is considering amending the 1999 constitution to allow the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to oversee local government elections instead of state electoral bodies. This initiative follows a recent Supreme Court ruling that granted autonomy to local government areas, prompted by a federal government lawsuit. During a press conference in Abuja, representing […]
Nigerian Senators, State Governors Must All Earn Under Minimum Wage System – NLC President, Ajaero
THE President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, has reiterated that it is necessary to have a fair and transparent wage structure for Nigerian workers. Ajaero highlighted the disconnect between the wages of senators and the minimum wage of ordinary workers, arguing that it is imperative for lawmakers to understand the struggles of […]