By Daniel Tyokua
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) said it has started reappraising federal government proposed commencement of N30,000 minimum wage slated to begin from April, 2024.
Speaking at the on-going 19th edition of the NLC 2023 Harmattan School in Abuja, Tuesday, NLC President, Joe Ajaero, said the commencement of negotiation of the new national minimum wage in 2024 would be based on the prevailing cost of living in the country.
Ajaero, represented by the NLC Vice-President, Benjamin Anthony, said it was necessary for government at all levels to recognise that life and living conditions are exceedingly difficult.
“The removal of subsidies on petroleum products has further worsened the challenges faced by working people.
“That is unleashing severe pain and contributing to galloping inflation and increasing inequality and poverty.
“We must reckon that a well-motivated and well-remunerated workforce has a positive impact on productivity and national development.
“As we anticipate the commencement of negotiations for the National Minimum Wage in 2024.
“We seek the understanding of all stakeholders to ensure that we use this opportunity to arrive at a minimum wage commensurate with the prevailing cost of living,” he added.
He said that the recent assault on workers and their leaders in Imo poses a grave threat to freedom of association and collective bargaining.
The Harmattan School is part of the NLC National Schools where it trains and empowers members of its affiliated unions through skills development.
