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Minimum wage: FG to meet organised labour on Monday

by Dolapo Adelana The Technical Committee on Minimum Wage, comprising the representative of Federal Government led by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), and the organised labour will meet Monday. According to the Minister of Labour and Productivity, Senator Chris Ngige, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) have... Read More

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The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today

These are the top five stories you should be monitoring today. 1. “In 24 hours, the truth will be exposed” | Apostle Suleman responds to allegations (WATCH) Embattled cleric, Apostle Johnson Suleman has finally responded to the sexual allegations leveled against him. Suleman dismissed the claims as false, saying the truth will be exposed in twenty-four hours.... Read More

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The YNaija Tracklist: Obasanjo, Yar’Adua, Jonathan agreed to $1.1bn Malabu oil deal – Adoke | NLC kicks against Customs directive on old vehicles | More stories

by Dolapo Adelana From the papers this morning – a Tracklist. “In 24 hours, the truth will be exposed” | Apostle Suleman responds to allegations (WATCH) – YNaija Obasanjo, Yar’Adua, Jonathan agreed to $1.1bn Malabu oil deal – Adoke – YNaija NLC kicks against Customs directive on old vehicles – YNaija NANS appeals to Buhari... Read More

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NLC kicks against Customs directive on old vehicles

by Dolapo Adelana The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) on Sunday in Abuja expressed its opposition to the new directive on customs duty on old vehicles by the Nigeria Customs Service. NLC President, Ayuba Wabba, stated this in a letter to the Comptroller General of Customs, Hameed Ali, saying the directive was not realistic. He said... Read More

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Minimum wage: FG debunks NLC’s claim

by Dolapo Adelana The Federal Government on Friday debunked the allegation by the Nigeria Labour Congres’ (NLC) that it was foot-dragging to constitute a tripartite committee which is expected to deliberate on the proposed N56,000 minimum wage for workers in the country. Sen Chris Ngige, Minister of Labour and Employment said this in a statement... Read More

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Minimum wage: NLC accuses FG of delay in setting up tripartite committee

by Dolapo Adelana The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has accused the Federal Government of employing delay tactics in constituting a tripartite committee to negotiate the new minimum wage for Nigerian workers. NLC president, Mr Ayuba Wabba, said this at the 4th NLC National Gender Conference and Election of the Leadership of National Women Commission on... Read More

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February 15, 2017

FG, labour agree to review minimum wage

by Dolapo Adelana Organised Labour Wednesday said it had reached a consensus with the Federal Government for the review of National Minimum Wage. The President, Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Mr Ayuba Wabba, who stated this while speaking with The News Agency of Nigeria said the consensus was reached during the sitting of the Technical Committee on... Read More

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February 11, 2017

Charly Boy: This NLC sef!

by Charly Boy On February 8, 2017, I tweeted about joining the NLC on their walk for good governance. I was really not too surprised at the kinds of responses I got from fellow frustrated Nigerians: My people just dey query me as per how somebody like me go come gum body with NLC... Read More

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February 9, 2017

Nigerians cannot continue to suffer – Saraki

Senate President Bukola Saraki on Thursday said Nigerians cannot continue to suffer. He said this in Abuja on Thursday while speaking with protesting members of the Nigeria Labour Congress and the Trade Union Congress. Saraki said it was time the country the challenges confronting it. Saraki said, “It can’t continue this way, the exchange rate... Read More

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February 9, 2017

Amputate people who loot Nigeria’s funds, NLC tells FG

The President of Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Ayuba Wabba has called on the Federal Government to amputate those indicted to have looted funds. Wabba said this during a protest by Labour unions in Abuja on Thursday. He said such punishment will serve as deterrent to others who nurture such ambition. Wabba said the government must... Read More

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February 9, 2017

Labour unions storm N’Assembly to demand better welfare for workers

The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) on Thursday stormed the National Assembly to demand better welfare for workers. The leadership of the National Assembly led by Senate President Bukola Saraki received the protesters. Details later…

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February 9, 2017

Osinbajo meets labour leaders (PHOTOS)

Acting president Yemi Osinbajo on Thursday met with Labour leaders at the Aso Rock villa. The leaders of the organised labour staged a protest to the presidential villa demanding “good governance”. Laolu Akande, spokesman for the acting president, via his Twitter account said the meeting between Osinbajo and the labour leaders was “fruitful”. “Ag. President... Read More

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February 9, 2017

Labour Unions stage protest to Aso Rock (PHOTOS)

Organised Labour comprising the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) on Thursday staged a protest to the Aso Rock presidential villa demanding “good governance”. NLC president Ayuba Wabba, addressed workers before commencing on the march said it is “criminal” for government not to pay salary and pensions. Wabba added that the demand... Read More

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February 7, 2017

Labour unions to hold protest march on Thursday

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) will on Thursday protest the state of the nation, demanding for effective and efficient anti-corruption fight and good governance. President of NLC Comrade Ayuba Wabba disclosed this while addressing journalists on the planned action in Abuja on Monday. The protest is tagged National Day of Action... Read More

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January 27, 2017

Death rumour: Buhari should address Nigerians from the UK – NLC

The Nigeria Labour Congress has called on President Muhammadu Buhari to address Nigerians from the UK as rumours of his death continue to spread. General Secretary of the NLC, Dr. Peter Ozo-Eson said the proper thing was for the President to address Nigerians who are concerned about his health. He said a public appearance by... Read More

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January 16, 2017

Nigerians cannot cope with another oil price increase – NLC

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has said the harsh economic situation of the country will make it hard for Nigerians to adapt to increase in fuel price, Punch reports. General Secretary of the NLC, Dr. Peter Ozo-Eson on Sunday said the government should review its policy on subsidy that led to the increase in the... Read More

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January 3, 2017

Govt, employers to be blamed for ghost workers’ syndrome – NLC

The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) has said the menace of ghost workers in the public service was the fault of the government and employers of labour. NLC President, Ayuba Wabba on Tuesday said “The ICT system is about garbage in, garbage out. “Once the system is compromised at any point in time, it then makes... Read More

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December 12, 2016

The YNaija Tracklist: 3 ‘die’ in Synagogue church during stampede | Buhari loves Igbos, Ngige replies Ohaneze | More stories

From the papers this morning – a Tracklist. 3 ‘die’ in Synagogue church during stampede – YNaija Buhari loves Igbos, Ngige replies Ohaneze – YNaija 2017 budget will bring Nigeria out of recession – Buhari – YNaija You lied over casualty figures in Akwa Ibom church building collapse, Group blasts govt., NMA – YNaija Cassava... Read More

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November 30, 2016

Recession: Don’t reduce workers’ salaries, NLC tells state govs

The Nigeria Labour Congress on Wednesday tasked the Federal Government to develop blueprints in the 2017 budget that will take Nigeria out of recession. Chief Economist and Secretary General of the NLC, Peter Ozo-Esan said slashing salaries of workers was not the solution to economic recession. He also advised the FG not to delay the... Read More

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November 15, 2016

Reps: NLC, TUC condemn purchase of cars worth N3.6bn

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union have condemned the purchase of 360 cars worth N3.6bn by the House of Representatives for its members as the country continues to battle recession. The unions said the National Assembly has shown that it lacked sensitivity to the plight of Nigerians in this harsh economy. General... Read More

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November 11, 2016

NLC warns FG against hike in fuel price

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has warned the Federal Government not to increase the price of fuel, as Nigerians were yet to recover from the previous hike. NLC President, Ayuba Wabba said this while speaking at the opening of its National Executive Council meeting in Sokoto. Wabba said the congress will mobilize Nigerians to reject... Read More

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September 24, 2016

Sale of national assets: Labour unions threaten strike action

Labour unions in the country have threatened to embark on a strike action over plans by the Federal Government to sell off some of the country’s national assets, The Punch reports. The Federal Government had been advised by billionaire Aliko Dangote to sell of the nation’s shares in Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG). Dangote’s advise was supported... Read More

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September 23, 2016

The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today

These are the top five stories to monitor today. APC adopts Akeredolu as its candidate The All Progressives Congress (APC) has adopted Rotimi Akeredolu as its candidate for the forthcoming governorship election in Ondo state. 2. Femi Falana warns against sale of national assets Prominent Human Rights lawyer, Femi Falana, has warned the federal government... Read More

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September 22, 2016

NLC rejects call to sell national assets

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has rejected calls for the sale of national assets to help stimulate the economy. In a statement on Thursday by its Chairman Aliyu Wabba, the NLC said it would resist calls for the sale of Nigeria’s shares in Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG) by billionaire Aliko Dangote. He said, “The... Read More

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PENCOM

September 10, 2016

While everything else shuts down, PENCOM is giving us hope in a better Nigeria

The status quo in Nigeria is not exactly giving us so much hope right now; with a recession that has moved from being a mere technicality, to a word (albeit out of context) when it has actually been mostly a reality all along. There’s also looming danger that former President Obasanjo won’t stop talking and... Read More

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August 31, 2016

‘Unemployment rate in Nigeria will continue to rise’ – NLC

The Nigerian Labour Congress on Wednesday said there are indications that unemployment rate will increase owing to the current economic situation in the country. This was revealed by the General Secretary of the NLC, Eson-Ozo during an interview with NAN in Abuja. “This is because the way things are now, given all the economic parameters,... Read More

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August 22, 2016

The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today

These are the top five stories to monitor today Some people are trying to kill Buhari -Mbaka Popular Enugu state Catholic Priest, Ejike Mbaka, has revealed that some people are plotting to kill President Muhammadu Buhari. 2. Mayowa Ahmed dies Despite the #SaveMayowa campaign which successfully raised millions of naira for cancer patient, Mayowa Ahmed,... Read More

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August 22, 2016

THE YNAIJA TRACKLIST: Some people are planning to kill Buhari | APC politicians trying to blackmail Jonathan | 51 people dead in terror attack at Turkish wedding | More

From the papers this morning- a tracklist NLC kick against Okorocha’s farming policy in Imo state- YNaija Controversial clergyman says some people plan to kill President Buhari- YNaija Fake miracle workers arrested in Enugu- YNaija Recession forces woman to pen suicide note before disappearing- Vanguard Avengers accuse Niger Delta politicians in Buhari’s government of blackmailing... Read More

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Despite weeks of fuel price hike, NLC yet to set-up committee on minimum wage

The Nigerian Labour Congress, on Tuesday, denied reports that it has set up a new committee to deliberate on the proposed new minimum wage in the country. In a statement signed by its President, Ayuba Wabba, the NLC said the report was misleading and that it has not set up any committee on the minimum... Read More

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Workers’ strike: Mimiko makes promises, no headway for Fayose

Governor of Ondo state, Olusegun Mimiko has promised to infuse N3.4 billion into the state’s economy in a ploy to get the striking workers back to work. The governor met with workers in his state from Grade 01 to 17 in Akure to explain the true picture of the economic situation of the state. While... Read More

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