Workers Set To Commence Indefinite Strike On Monday, FG Requests Grace Period For Minimum Wage Resolution

Workers Set To Commence Indefinite Strike On Monday, FG Requests Grace Period For Minimum Wage Resolution

The Federal Government is urging Organised Labour to reconsider its decision to initiate an indefinite strike starting Monday, June 3, 2024, protesting the government’s refusal to increase the proposed minimum wage from N60,000………..CONTINUE READING

Emphasizing the importance of prioritizing the welfare of the masses, the Federal Government stressed the need for dialogue and collaboration.

Minister of Information and National Orientation, Idris Mohammed, revealed this during an exclusive interview with Saturday PUNCH. Mohammed described Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) as integral partners in national development, highlighting that strikes are not the solution to ongoing negotiations regarding the minimum wage.

The plea from the government comes after Organised Labour declared a nationwide strike set to commence on Monday, June 3, 2024. NLC President, Joe Ajaero, announced the strike during a joint statement with TUC counterpart, Festus Osifo, expressing disappointment over the government’s failure to conclude a new National Minimum Wage Act and address the hike in electricity tariffs.

Ajaero lamented the lack of progress despite previous ultimatums and protests, underscoring the importance of fair wages for Nigerian workers.

Efforts to reach a resolution hit a stalemate during recent talks, with the government maintaining its offer of N60,000 as the minimum wage. While Organised Labour remains resolute in its demands, the Organised Private Sector of Nigeria expressed concerns over the economic implications of meeting the wage increase.

Despite the impending strike, the government defended its proposed wage increase, citing various initiatives and incentives aimed at alleviating economic burdens on citizens.

As tensions escalate, key sectors, including power, oil, and gas, are poised to join the strike, potentially causing disruptions in fuel and electricity supply.

While negotiations continue, the fate of the minimum wage remains uncertain, with both sides advocating for their respective positions amid mounting economic challenges

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