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NLC North West Calls for N485,000 Minimum Wage 

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in the North-west has proposed a significant hike in the national minimum wage to N485,000. This proposal comes amidst rising living costs and economic hardship in the country. Continue Reading...

Why the Increase?

The NLC argues that the current minimum wage doesn't reflect the realities of Nigeria's economy. They believe N485,000 is a more accurate reflection of the basic needs of a family of six, considering factors like inflation and the cost of living.

More than Just a Raise

The NLC also highlights the importance of enforcing existing minimum wage laws. They propose increased awareness and stricter measures to ensure compliance, especially by state and local governments. This could include withholding allocations from those who fail to meet the minimum wage requirement.

Economic Challenges

The NLC acknowledges the recent removal of fuel subsidies and changes in foreign exchange policies as reasons for their push for a higher minimum wage. They believe these economic changes have made it even harder for workers to make ends meet.

What Happens Next?

This proposal from the North-west NLC is part of a larger discussion on revising the national minimum wage. The Tripartite Committee on National Minimum Wage is currently holding public hearings to gather input from various stakeholders. The final decision on a new minimum wage will likely involve negotiations between the NLC, government representatives, and private sector employers.

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