August 25, 2025 — The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has rejected the proposed upward review of salaries and allowances for political office holders by the Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), describing the move as insensitive and unjustifiable. In a statement issued on Monday, the labour union argued that the adjustment, if approved, would
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has strongly cautioned the Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) over its proposed salary increase for political office holders, urging the commission to suspend any plans to implement the move, which the union describes as insensitive and ill-timed. In a statement issued by the NLC on Sunday, the union
Abuja, Nigeria – August 15, 2025 The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has issued a stern ultimatum to the Federal Government, accusing it of diverting 40% of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) and threatening to shut down the country with an indefinite strike if the alleged diversion is not reversed within seven days. In
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has expressed strong disapproval over the detention of pro-democracy activist and publisher of Sahara Reporters, Omoyele Sowore, demanding his immediate and unconditional release by security authorities. The labour union described the arrest as an affront to democratic values and a violation of fundamental human rights, warning that such actions pose
The industrial face-off between the Ogun State Government and organized labour remains unresolved, as a crucial meeting held on Thursday between Governor Dapo Abiodun and top labour leaders ended without any breakthrough. The gathering, which took place behind closed doors at the Governor’s Office in Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, began around 4 p.m. and was attended by
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has declared an indefinite strike in Ogun State, citing unresolved issues surrounding the contributory pension scheme and the minimum wage as key triggers for the industrial action. The decision, announced on Monday, follows prolonged negotiations with state government officials that reportedly failed to meet workers’ demands. According to NLC leaders,
