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The opposition All Progressives Congress in Rivers State, on Sunday, called on Governor Siminalayi Fubara to respect last week’s judgment of the Supreme Court, which declared it is illegal to run local government areas with caretaker committees. This was as one of the replaced LG chairmen, Olobarimate Ollor, said the Supreme Court’s judgment had paved
The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, has instructed its members in states yet to commence the implementation of the new minimum wage to begin an indefinite strike from December 1, 2024. The order is part of the resolutions of the NLC after its National Executive Council, NEC, meeting at the weekend. The communique of the meeting
NLC to commence indefinite strike over non-implementation of minimum wage
The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, has instructed its members in states yet to commence the implementation of the new minimum wage to begin an indefinite strike from December 1, 2024.
The order is part of the resolutions of the NLC after its National Executive Council, NEC, meeting at the weekend.
The communique of the meeting read in part, “The NEC notes with deep frustration the persistent delay and outright refusal by
some state governments to implement the 2024 National Minimum Wage Act.
“This betrayal by certain governors and government officials across the country flies in the face of both legality and morality, as workers continue to be denied their rightful wages amidst rising economic hardship.
“It is a blatant disregard for the law and the lives of millions of Nigerian workers, who are being exploited by the very leaders sworn to protect them.
“The NEC therefore resolves to set up a National Minimum Wage Implementation Committee that will among others commence a nationwide assessment, mobilization and sensitization campaign, educating workers and citizens on the need to resist this assault on their dignity and rights.
“Furthermore, the NLC shall initiate a series of industrial actions in all non-compliant states and shall not relent until the minimum wage is fully implemented across Nigeria.
“To this end, all state Councils where the National Minimum Wage has not been fully implemented by the last day of November, 2024 have been directed to proceed on strike beginning from the 1st day of December, 2024. Nigerian workers demand justice, and justice they shall have.”
On the worsening economic situation in the country, the NLC said its NEC observes, with profound concern, the accelerating economic hardship inflicted upon Nigerian citizens.
It noted that inflation continues to rise unchecked, with the costs of basic necessities spiraling beyond the reach of the average worker, among others.
The NLC demanded immediate, concrete interventions from the Federal Government, not token measures, to relieve the suffering.
“We call for the implementation of comprehensive social protection policies that shield Nigerians from poverty, provide affordable healthcare, and ensure a wage that reflects the true cost of living.
“To this end, we call for a wage review across the nation including a review of all the policies that have rather emasculated Nigerian people,” it said.
NLC to commence indefinite strike over non-implementation of minimum wage
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the National Orientation Agency (NOA) to launch a nationwide awareness campaign aimed at educating Nigerians on the dangers of scooping fuel from overturned tankers. This follows the tragic tanker explosion that claimed over 80 lives and left many others injured at Dikko Junction, Gurara Local Government Area, on Saturday.
Niger Explosion: Tinubu orders nationwide campaign against scooping fuel
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the National Orientation Agency (NOA) to launch a nationwide awareness campaign aimed at educating Nigerians on the dangers of scooping fuel from overturned tankers.
This follows the tragic tanker explosion that claimed over 80 lives and left many others injured at Dikko Junction, Gurara Local Government Area, on Saturday.
In a statement issued on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President cautioned citizens against approaching accident scenes involving fuel-laden vehicles, highlighting their highly explosive nature.
Mourning the victims, President Tinubu extended heartfelt condolences to their families, as well as to the government and people of Niger State.
He described the incident as tragic and preventable, noting that many of the casualties were individuals attempting to collect Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) from the overturned tanker.
“The President has directed the provision of comprehensive medical care for the injured and has instructed security and road safety agencies to implement stricter measures to prevent similar occurrences,” Onanuga stated.
President Tinubu tasked the National Orientation Agency to spearhead a nationwide public education campaign, emphasizing the grave risks and environmental hazards associated with scooping fuel from fallen tankers.
Niger Explosion: Tinubu orders nationwide campaign against scooping fuel
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