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Labour Unions Encourage Media to Bolster Oversight of Government
Labour leaders gathered in Lagos to honour the late journalist Sylvester Enoghase, urging the media to prioritize government accountability and workers' rights in their reporting.
NLC Mobilizes Workers for Upcoming Wage Negotiations and 2027 Elections
The Nigeria Labour Congress is shifting its strategy ahead of 2027, urging workers to organize for better wages and greater influence in national governance.
Plateau State Assembly Scraps Pension Bill for Former Legislators
Facing heavy public pressure and organized protests, the Plateau State House of Assembly has retracted a controversial bill that would have provided pensions to former legislators.
NLC Calls on Workers to Mobilize for New Minimum Wage Negotiations
NLC President Joe Ajaero has labeled the current N70,000 minimum wage as insufficient and has urged union members to prepare for a robust fight to secure a true living wage.
Nigeria Launches Strategy to Become Global Hub for Ethical Labour Recruitment
Government, labour unions, and private employers are partnering on a new framework to ensure ethical recruitment and safety for Nigerians seeking work in the international job market.
Ondo State Unions Issue Strike Warning to FUTATH Management Over Labor Disputes
Labour unions in Ondo State have threatened an indefinite strike at FUTATH over alleged violations of workers' rights and failure to properly integrate staff into the federal payroll system.
Textile Union Disbands Edo Leadership and Halts State Operations
Citing insubordination and the improper recognition of a local NLC official, the national textile workers' union has dissolved its Edo State committee and suspended all regional activities.
NLC President Joe Ajaero Announces Readiness for National Minimum Wage Conflict
NLC President Joe Ajaero has confirmed the union's intent to initiate a national movement aimed at revising the minimum wage, while explicitly linking the welfare of current workers to that of pensioners.
NLC Prepares for Nationwide Campaign Over Minimum Wage and Pension Reform
The NLC has signaled its intent to launch a national campaign for a revised minimum wage, while vowing to also secure a new national minimum pension for retired workers.
NLC Facilitates Peace Deal Between Rival NURTW Factions
The NLC has successfully mediated a peace agreement between warring factions of the NURTW, marking a significant step toward ending the leadership crisis that began in 2022.