Rivers Labour Threatens Actions Over State of Emergency

Rivers Labour Threatens Actions Over State of Emergency

The Rivers State Organised Labour are threatening to embark on strategic union actions that may disrupt national economic activities if their demands are not met within a reasonable timeframe. The threat comes on the heels of the recent declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, which the labour union, in a statement yesterday, […]

Telcos Pledge Better Service After FG Approves 50% Tariff Hike

Telcos Pledge Better Service After FG Approves 50% Tariff Hike

CEOs of telecommunications in the country, have assured subscribers of efficient service delivery to every Nigerian home and work space, after the federal government approved the fifty percent telecommunication tariff hike.  The Chairman, Association of Licence Telecommunication Operators in Nigeria, Mr. Gbenga Adeshina, who stated this while highlighting some numerous challenges faced by operators, noted […]

FG commits to minimum wage above ₦60,000

FG commits to minimum wage above ₦60,000

Federal Government says President Bola Tinubu is committed to a national minimum wage above ₦60,000, as the nationwide strike by the Organised Labour over a new minimum wage for workers paralyse economic activities in Nigeria.  The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, who announced this after a marathon meeting with labour leaders […]

DSS warns NLC against plans to stage protests

The Department of State Services (DSS) has warned against plans by sections of the organised labour to stage protests between 27th and 28th February, 2024 in parts of the country over sundry economic issues.  According to a statement by its Director, PR & Strategic Communications, Peter Afunanya, while the Service recognises such action as the […]