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Full text Of The Response Of The Tripärtite Committee To The Unreäsonäble Demänd By NLC/TUC – Bayo Onanuga

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Bayo Onanuga
Bayo Onanuga

At the last meeting on Tuesday 28 May, 2024, all tripartite partners were invited to make their offers. Employers made up of Government side and Organised Private Sector made offers of N60,000.00 per month which is 100% increase on the existing National Minimum Wage of 2019.

On their part, the Organised Labour made an offer of N494,000 per month,  which is an increase of 1,547% on the existing National Minimum Wage of 2019.

During the course of the meeting, organised labour left the meeting to continue further consultations before they shifted grounds again. These decisions were arrived at at the meeting with full attendance including the personal attendance of the Hon. Minister of Finance & Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Hon. Minister of Budget and National Planning as well as Hon. Minister of Labour & Employment.

The meeting was later adjourned till Monday, 3rd June 2024.

However, after the Chairman reached out to Organised Labour, they agreed to hold the meeting on Friday, 31st June 2024. Notices were sent to all members.

At the meeting, Organised Labour, when called upon to make their concession, or new offers outside of the last N494,000 per month, insisted on the employers to first shift grounds.

Both sides stated that their offers of N60,000.00 per month, which is 100% increase on the existing National Minimum Wage of 2019, were based on prevailing economic considerations and government’s non-monetary incentives.

Thereafter organised labour walked out of the meeting. During the continuation of the meeting the Government further defended their offer of N60,000.00 per month, was based on economic considerations and non-monetary incentives which include the following:

  1. N35,000 wage award for all treasury-paid Federal workers.
  1. 100 billion naira for the procurement of CNG-fuelled busses and CNG conversion kits.
  1. 125-billion-naira conditional grant and financial inclusion to MSMEs.
  1. N25,000 each to be shared to 15 million households for 3 months.
  1. 185 billion palliatives (loans to States) to cushion the effects of fuel subsidy removal.
  1. 200 billion naira to support the cultivation of hectares of land to boost food production.
  1. 75 billion naira to strengthen the manufacturing sector.
  1. 1 trillion naira for student loans for higher education.
  1. Release of 42,000 metric tons of grains from strategic reserves.
  1. Purchase and onward distribution of 60,000 metric tons of Rice from the rice millers association.
  1. Recent salary increase of 25-35 per cent on all consolidated Salary structures for federal workers.
  1. 90% subsidy on health costs for Federal Civil Servants registered on NHIS.
  1. Light rail commissioned in Abuja to relieve transportation cost till the end of the year. Lagos State had already commence same initiative with their Blue and Red lines.
  1. In addition to the freedom of Civil Servants to engage in agriculture, Federal Government has approved the inclusion of ICT services for alternate sources of income.

In conclusion, the meeting agreed that even where major and small businesses are closing down with consequent loss of jobs, the outcome of a new National Minimum Wage should be such that it will not trigger further massive job losses. It further noted that linking the strike to electricity hikes with the NMW determination was not fair to the negotiating parties.

This Statement is released by members of the Tripartite Committee on the National Minimum Wage

Signed Secretariat TCNMW

“Stop Thrëatëning Gov Nwifuru With Second Term, Concëntratë On Cement Technology Roads” – Diaspora Ebonyians Caution Umahi

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Suleiman Anyalewechi
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Dave Umahi and Francis Nwifuru

By Suleiman Anyalewechi

In Ebonyi State, all appears not to be going well anymore for godfather and godson, as Dave Umahi the  Minister for Works and former Ebonyi helmsman and his protege, Governor Francis Nwifuru may have  opted to walk parallel paths in the political landscape of the State.

Insinuations concerning a strained relationships between the two had, for a while, been tucked away from the public glare.

But strong indications have, in the last few days, tended to push their differences harder into the public dormain.

Only last Thursday May 30 , the former Governor threw an innuendo to wit- “Most of the people that I assisted during the elections have been avoiding me. It is only Onyekachi Nwebonyi who will openly acknowledge that I am his father and boss. The others feel that by doing so, the State Governor will be angry with them .”

However, many Ebonyians appear not to be persuaded by the rhetorics and, therefore, have concluded that there is more to the Umahi outbust than meets the eye.

For his statement, Umahi received knocks from Ebonyi indigenes in the Diaspora on Monday, June 3, 2024, with an admonition to avoid any attempt to meddle in the governance of the state.

In a statement issued by its President General, Paschal Oluchukwu Omaka, the group alleged that there are subtle moves by the Minister for Works to use the  second term  bid of Governor Nwifuru as a weapon to manipulate and control the  administration.

They have, therefore, called on President Bola Tinubu to rein in Umahi, direct him to  concentrate on his Abuja job and allow the State Governor to serve the good people of Ebonyi state.

“Knowing the character of Umahi, we,  at AEISCID, wish to raise a red flag on his claims and inform the whole world that despite being a Minister of the Federal Republic,  he still directly and indirectly controls and pilots the affairs of Ebonyi State, thus making it difficult for his successor to take firm decisions and govern the people of Ebonyi like his counterparts in other parts of the country.

“We have studied and known Umahi over the years. His recent media voyage is only symptomatic of his larger plans while crying wolf in public to continue to lord it over Ebonyians and their young and inexperienced Governor, whom we have since learnt he keeps in palpable check with discreet threats of withdrawing support for his second term in office.

“This group, therefore, cautions Umahi to stop threatening his successor,Nwifuru ,with second tenure and allow him to make decisions he considers best for the people.

“The Minister should concentrate on the monumental task of building his cement technology roads across the country, which we are certain will soon fail the same way the concrete roads he built in Ebonyi have done, even while he was still in office..

According to them, Nwifuru’s control by Umahi  may not have become public  knowledge, yet the signs are all over Ebonyi state, They  cited the forthcoming July 20, Local Council Elections as an example of how strong Umahi’s grip is on  the Nwifuru administration.”

The group alleged that the former Governor singlehandedly. imposed his acolytes as chairmanship candidates of the ruling All Progressive Congress, APC, a development which they fear greatly demeans the authority of the Governor.

They blamed the seemingly slow start of the Governor Nwifuru’s administration in attending to the needs of the people, to the ongoing subtle manipulations by Umahi.

They alleged that contrary to his public posturing and pontifications, Umahi still determines and decides projects to be executed.

Prötëstërs Lay Siëgë On Ondo INEC Office,  Cönfrönts Electoral Chairman Mahmoud With Challënges

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Protesters in Ondo Meed INEC Chairman

By Ayodele Oni

Electorate in Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo state took advantage of the presence of the Chairman of Independent National Electoral Commission, (INEC) in the State to protest inadequate CVR machines for continuous voters’ registration.

The protesters, on Monday stormed the state headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commissionl, INEC office at Alagbaka in Akure to complain about  inadequate Continuous Voters Registration, (CVR), Machines to capture eligible voters in the local government ahead of the November governorship election.

They were led by the former Deputy Speaker, Ondo State House of Assembly Ogundeji Iroju to meet the INEC chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu who was in the state to monitor the ongoing CVR Exercise and meet with major stakeholders ahead of the governorship election.

Speaking on behalf of the protesters, Ogundeji Iroju told the INEC chairman that the development would lead to disenfranchisement of voters in the local government as they were unable to register.

He said, “ Sometimes last week, I led some community leaders to come and meet the INEC Electoral Commissioner, about the CVR that is ongoing in preparation for November governorship election in Ondo State. Ore happens to be the largest electoral ward in Ondo State comprising 80 polling units and it is just one electoral ward.

“INEC deployed only one registration machine to Ore, likewise other wards that have 12 polling units. Millions of our people in Ore are deprived of registration and it means they would be disenfranchised on the day of election.

“Fortunately, we were told that Prof Mahmood Yakubu was in Akure yesterday. We then decided to meet with him and tell him our challenges so that he can assist us to deploy more machines for Ore.

“Secondly, we want the INEC chairman to know that Ore deserves to be eight wards or more because of the population and because of the number of polling units that are currently there. We want him to help us during delineation of wards and Constituencies and create more wards in Ore so that our people would feel the dividends of democracy.

“Thirdly, Ore community alone being a heterogenous and cosmopolitan community deserves to be a state Constituency that would produce one representative to the house of assembly so that our yearnings and aspirations could be taken to the government.”

Responding, Prof. Yakubu assured the community leaders that more machines would be deployed to Ore community.

The INEC Chairman assured that now that he is Ondo State, the grievances of the protesters would be addressed before leaving the state.

Hëritagë Bank’s Liquidätion:  Reps Assures Dëpositors Of Transparent Process

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Ayodele Oni
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Heritage Bank

By Ayodele Oni

Depositors of Heritage Bank, whose licence was revoked on Monday received a relief as the House of Representatives assured them that the impact of the revocation will not be too hard.

Spokesman of the House  of Representatives,  Akin Rotimi Jnr,  in a statement promised that the House is committed to carrying out its constitutional oversight functions to ensure that this development does not negatively impact Nigerians.

Quoting Chairman of the House Committee on Banking Regulations, Rep. Mohammed Bello El-Rufai, he stated, “The House of Representatives is aware of the recent revocation of the license of Heritage Bank, under liquidation, by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the appointment of the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) as the liquidators, in accordance with the provisions of the Banks and Other Financial Institutions Act (BOFIA).

“We assure the public, particularly depositors, and stakeholders of Heritage Bank, that the House is committed to carrying out its constitutional oversight functions to ensure that this development does not negatively impact Nigerians.

“The relevant House Committees on Banking Regulations; and Insurance will be up to their duty, thoroughly examining the circumstances surrounding this decision and the subsequent steps taken by the NDIC.

“Our priority is to safeguard the interests of all depositors and maintain the stability of the financial system.

“We will engage with the CBN, NDIC, and other relevant stakeholders to ensure a transparent and orderly resolution process, providing necessary support to mitigate any potential negative impact on the public.

“Furthermore, we urge the CBN and NDIC to establish clear channels of communication to allay the fears of the public and prevent any loss of trust in our financial system.

“Effective public engagement is crucial to maintaining confidence during this period.

“The Committee on Banking Regulations will closely monitor the liquidation process to ensure that the rights of depositors are protected and that the process adheres to the highest standards of transparency and accountability.”

Similarly, the Chairman of the House Committee on Insurance and Actuarial Matters, Rep. Ahmed Usman Jaha, emphasized, that “We will work diligently to oversee that the NDIC executes its mandate effectively, ensuring the protection of depositors’ funds and maintaining confidence in the financial sector.

“The NDIC Act and the Banks and Other Financial Institutions Act (BOFIA) are clear in their provisions that depositors’ funds are insured and protected.”

We urge all depositors and stakeholders to remain calm and be assured of our dedication to protecting their interests.

ÜNILORIN Ëxpëls, Rusticatës Two Studënts For Indïscïplinë

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Ayodele Oni
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University of Illorin

By Ayodele Oni

For being an accomplice in a case of kidnapping, the Management of the University of Ilorin has expelled a 100-level student and another 400 level student for assault.

The 100 level student was alleged to have demanded a ransom from parents of a missing colleague.

This was contained in the weekly bulletin of the University, signed by its Director of Corporate Affairs, Kunle Akogun, released on Monday.

The student was identified as Olanrewaju Abdulkabir Abdulkadri with matriculation number 22/52HL004, from Department of Information Technology, Faculty of Communication and Information Sciences.

Also, the university rusticated a 400-level student, Segun Micheal Oyewole, for allegedly beating a fellow female student.

Oyewole, who was rusticated for one academic session, was from the department of Counselling,  Education, Faculty of Education of the university.

In April, the University rusticated 19 students for various offences ranging from misconduct, theft, examination malpractice, hostel bed-space racketeering, extortion, assault and admission racketeering.

The expulsion/rustication of the affected students followed the recommendations of the Students’ Disciplinary Committee at its 220th/221st meeting.

Wigwe: RCCG Süspends Pastor Idowu Iluyomade

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Akinwale Kasali
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Pastor Idowu Iluyomade

By Akinwale Kasali

The Leadership of the Redeemed Christian Church Of God, RCCG, has suspended Pastor Idowu Iluyomade, Senior Pastor of the City of David, COD, Parish of the Church for a period of three months.

Pastor Iluyomade who is, also, the Head of the Apapa Family of the RCCG, was replaced by Pastor Charles Kpandei of RCCG Resurrection Parish of Region 11 of the Church.

The reason for the suspension of the Pastor is, allegedly, connected to the  very extravagant birthday party thrown by his Wife, Siji Iluyomade,  a few weeks  after the tragic death of Access Bank Holdings Chief Executive Officer, Herbert Wigwe. He died in a Helicopter Crash alongside his Wife, his Son and an associate in the United States of America.

Wigwe was one the major financiers of the Church and played an unprecedented role in the building of the Church. He also gave the Church loans from Access Bank on liberal terms.

Mrs Iluyomade’s celeberation generated mixed feelings among Nigerians, Christian faithfuls and RCCG Worshippers over what they termed the insensitivity of the Pastor and his wife.

For that celeberation, the  Wigwe family totally blanked the Parish out of all activities connected to the funeral of the Wigwes, and made sure it avoided mentioning the names of the  Iluyomades in their appreciation message which was widely advertised.

On the arrival of Pastor Kpandei to the COD Parish on Sunday, June 2, he was given a cold welcome by the congregation.

It was gathered from sources within the Church that, “Those in the City of David had been expecting Pastor Kpandei. Some top RCCG officials had to meet with some top people in the parish and confided in them that Pastor Illuyomade would have to be removed from the parish.

“They needed to get the confidence of these top people because of the great influence of Pastor Iluyomade in the parish. The RCCG was not sure of the outcome of its move, so it had to be discreet. He may not be returned to the parish after the suspension.

“We have just three months to the convention. It may be a way of taking him away from the place permanently. He has spent many years in that parish. He needed to be moved. ”

According to sources, Iluyomade was suspended for three months by the Governing Council of the Church. A panel has also been set up to investigate some of the allegations against him and the parish.

A top Pastor in the Church who prefers to be anonymous said that the decision to suspend Iluyomade is a response to the public outcry against the extravagant birthday party of his wife shortly after Wigwe’s Wigwe.

“It was not Pastor Adeboye that suspended him. The Governing Council decided to suspend him. I think it’s a decision in the right direction. Though some believe it is coming late. They needed to investigate some of the things people were saying against him and the Church.”

Fondly called PID, Pastor Iluyomade has been in the eyes of the storm following the 60th birthday of his wife, Siji Iluyomade.

Many people believed the birthday which was celebrated just about a week after the unfortunate death of Wigwe in that helicopter crash in the US was in bad taste.  Wigwe had been of immense blessing to the Church before his transition. But the birthday party suggested the church had no emotional attachment to him.

Apart from being in charge of the City of David, Iluyomade is the Special Assistant to the RCCG General Overseer on Christian Social Responsibility through His Love Foundation. It’s not clear yet if this responsibility has been taken from him too.

Iluyomade is a lawyer of close to 40 years with interests in Advocacy and commercial practice especially in the areas of International Trade Finance, Mergers and acquisitions, international Joint Ventures, Energy Law, and a host of other engagements.

MURIC Appeals To Labour To Shelve Strike Until After Eld-el-Adha Celebration

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Akinwale Kasali
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Ishaq Akintola - MURIC

By Akinwale Kasali

As the Organized Labour began its nationwide strike today, the Muslim Rights Concern, MURIC, has pleaded with the leadership of Labour to shelve the strike and put into consideration Muslims who are part of Workers who they are agitating for, due to the fact that Sallah is fast approaching.

MURIC said the strike will make life unbearable for Muslims preparing for Eid-el-Adha  (Salah) which is just a few days away.

The Group, therefore, advised NLC to postpone its strike until after the Muslim festival.

In a statement signed by its Executive Director, Prof. Ishaq Akintola, it urged the Labour Leadership to be considerate, and not make life unbearable for Muslims and Nigerians as a whole.

The full statement reads:

“The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) is set to begin its industrial action today Monday, 3rd June, 2024. But there is no scintilla of doubt that the strike will make life unbearable for Muslims preparing for Id al-kabiir (Salah) which is just a few days away.

“As expected, the workers unions of other service providing sectors like petroleum and electricity have offered to join. This means the lives of Nigerians are likely to be thrown into a state of higgledy-piggledy in the next few days.

”But what does NLC think will happen to Muslims whose festival of Id al-kabiir is already knocking on the door? Transport fare to and fro their various destinations will skyrocket. Movements will be so adversely affected that the whole Salah period will become a horrendous experience. Is that what NLC wants?

“ The notice of strike was too short. It was given from the negotiation table and it was 48 hours or less. The approach of the current crop of NLC leaders is aggressive, arrogant, fascist and partisan. The body language is unmistakable. It is directed at bringing government down. This NLC has no respect for the rule of law, not even an iota of decorum for democratic practices.

“If we cannot speak for government, what about Nigerian Muslims whose lives your strike could turn into sheer nightmare? Is this a deliberate attempt to make life uncomfortable for Muslims? Will NLC declare strike one week to Christmas? Or is this about bringing down our Muslim-Muslim ticket? Is this part of the ‘religious war’ of ‘Yes Daddy’?

“Are Muslim workers not part of your union? If we are, shouldn’t NLC consider our interest, particularly our fast-approaching festival before embarking on a strike? What happened to strategic planning? What happened to timing and logistics? What happened to psychological preparation of people’s minds?

“By the way, every civilized group checks the calendar when planning an event and every calendar shows festivals of the year, is there no calendar on the walls of NLC office or was it deliberately ignored because NLC leadership is more interested in inflicting pains on Nigerian Muslims?

“Who did NLC leadership consult before declaring strike and what did they advice? Are there no Muslims among members of NLC executive? Are there no Muslims among NLC’s advisers or are they all ‘Yes Daddy’? If there are, are they conscious Muslims or just Muslims by name? Are they not aware that Salah is next week?

”This strike is ill-timed. It is a recipe for a topsy-turvy Salah. We advise NLC to postpone it till after the Salah. If NLC rejects our advice and goes ahead with its satanic strike, we will ask all Muslim workers who know that they will meet Allah yaom al-Qiyaamah (The Last Day) not to cooperate with NLC. They should reject the strike because it is an assault on the religion of Islam.

“We call on all Muslim leaders and Islamic organisations in Nigeria to speak up now before it is too late. We must reject the tyranny of Muslim-haters thinly veiled in unionism. We say ‘No To Strike in Salah”.

CBN Sàcks Hëritagë Bank, Rëvokës Licence, Appoints  Liquidator

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Ayodele Oni
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Heritage Bank

By Ayodele Oni

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has rëvoked the licence of Hëritagë Bank with immediate effect.

The apex bank in a statement on Monday, explained that the rëvocation became necessary as a result of a continued decline in the Bank’s financial performance.

The statement, signed by Mrs Hakama Sidi Ali, Acting Director, Corporate Communications, stated that: “The Central Bank of Nigeria, in accordance with its mandate to promote a sound financial system in Nigeria and in exercise of its powers under Section 12 of the Banks and Other Financial Act (BOFIA) 2020, hereby revokes the licence of Heritage Bank Plc

with immediate effect.

“This action has become necessary due to the bank’s breach of Section 12 (1) of BOFIA, 2020. The Board and Management of the bank have not been able to improve the

bank’s financial performance, a situation which constitutes a threat to financial stability.

“This follows a period during which the CBN engaged with the bank and prescribed various supervisory steps intended to stem the decline.

“Regrettably, the bank has continued to suffer and has no reasonable prospects of recovery, thereby making the revocation of the license the next necessary step.

“Consequently, the CBN has taken this action to strengthen public confidence in the banking system and ensure that the soundness of our financial system is not impaired.

“The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) is hereby appointed as the Liquidator of the bank in accordance with Section 12 (2) of BOFIA, 2020.

“We wish to assure the public that the Nigerian financial system remains on a solid footing.

“The action we are taking today reflects our continued commitment to take all necessary steps to ensure the safety and soundness of our financial system.”

Private School Owners Withdraw From Organzied Labour’s Strike

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Nigeria Labour Congress - NLC Strike

By Akinwale Kasali

As the Organized Labour commenced their indefinite Strike Monday, June 3rd, 2024, over the proposed N494,000 Minimum Wage as against the N60,000 offered by the Federal Government and hike in Electricity Tariff, the National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools, NAPPS, has pulled out of the ongoing industrial action embarked upon by the Nigerian Labour Congress, NLC, and Trade Union Congress, TUC.

The umbrella body of private school owners stated that none of its members would be joining the industrial action, saying the issue could be addressed through other means.

NAPPS, meanwhile, cautioned Labour Unions against any security breach around the premises of its members during their industrial action.

In a statement released Sunday, and signed by its National President, Samira Jibril, and the Secretary, Dr. Kayode Adeyemi, it noted:

“The National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools,(NAPPS) Nigeria, has carefully considered the implications and objectives of the NLC/ TUC proposed indefinite strike,in line with our strategic position as the umbrella Association for all Private School Owners in Nigeria.

“In consideration of our non-affiliated position with NLC/TUC and Association objectives, our esteemed members are hereby requested, not to participate in the indefinite strike as proposed by NLC/TUC to commence on Monday 3rd June, 2024; once there are no security breach against our operations and learners movement.

“While we recognize the importance of collective action and support the right to peaceful protest, we believe that our members’ interests and priorities are best served through other means of advocacy and engagement.

“As a national professional association, our focus remains on advancing the interests of our members, promoting professional development and exploring the

most effective strategies to addressing the issues and concerns that have prompted calls for the indefinite strike.

“We hold the firm believe, that by working together and engaging in meaningful discourse, we can achieve positive outcomes for our profession and the broader community”.

“We Have Brokered Truce Between FG, Organized Labour” –  National Assembly,  Just As Strike Begins

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Ayodele Oni
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House of Representatives

By Ayodele Oni

The National Assembly has announced that its mediation between Federal Government and organized labour about the strike notice by the workers unions, which commenced on Monday, ended on a positive note.

Although the strike called by the organized labour has not been called off, there is an assurance that it will be called off in the next few days according to the legislative chamber.

It explained that inability to reach out to other organs of the organized labour after the prolonged meeting, necesitated the commencement of the strike.

A joint statement by spokespersons for the senate, Yemi Adaramodu and House of Representatives, Akin Rotimi Jnr stated that

“In a significant development, a mediation meeting facilitated by the National Assembly between the Federal Government and Organized Labour has ended on a positive note.

“The meeting which held late Sunday at the Senate, was at the instance of the National Assembly Leadership, as part of efforts to forestall the effects of a nationwide strike action at this time.

“At the meeting, stakeholders noting that the position of Organized Labour is valid given the general economic situation in the country, agreed on the need for on-going negotiation to continue, allowing for continuous engagement on the issue of wages.

“In his remarks, the President of the Senate cautioned, ‘While addressing the legitimate concerns of Organized Labour is imperative, we must be mindful that an unsustainable wage increase could trigger inflationary pressures and potentially lead to layoffs. It is crucial that our approach balances the need for fair wages with the overall economic stability of the nation.’

“Consequently, Organized Labour gave the National Assembly Leadership a period of Eight (8) weeks to engage with stakeholders from the Executive.

“The Labour Leaders however, declined to call off the nationwide strike action in the immediate as they requested more time to consult their respective National Executive Councils (NEC), and organs, in adherence to the Constitution of their Unions.

“Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD, remarked: ‘I am sure some would recall what I said during the Independence Anniversary lecture, that one thing that this government and this country can do to eliminate corruption in the long-run is to embrace a ‘living wage.’

‘There are no two ways about it. But we should also be mindful that the issues of numerous decades cannot be repaired within one day. It will be a gradual process.’

“Among other resolutions reached at the meeting; the Federal Government committed to the immediate implementation of all previous agreements with Labour as authorized by the President.

“These agreements include the recent Wage Award announced by President Bola Tinubu and the bonus implemented by Government as negotiated by the previous Administration (Amounting to N72,000).

“Government further committed to expediting the ongoing nationwide roll-out of conversion to LNG-operated vehicles and address all challenges relating to the supply chain to bring immediate succor on transportation to Nigerian workers.

“The leadership of the National Assembly was asked to engage and brief the President on the position of Labour and the need to consider a marginal increase in the interim, to accommodate the position of Labour.

“Organized Labour were also charged to deepen advocacy with State Governments and organized private sector to ensure viability and sustainability of the anticipated minimum wage increase.”

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