The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) announced on Friday night that it has accepted the proposed N70,000 minimum wage from President Tinubu as an act of solidarity. This decision was conveyed in a statement released following the National Executive Council (NEC) meeting. The statement, signed by NLC National President Joe Ajaero, emphasized the congress’s ongoing commitment to defending the rights of Nigerian workers.
The statement highlighted, “NEC-in-session concluded that this decision, though challenging and far from our initial demand, was made in the spirit of solidarity and sacrifice for the Nigerian masses to avert a threatened further hike in the price of petrol, which would inflict more hardship on the already suffering masses.”
Ajaero reiterated the NLC’s dedication to its mission, stating, “Once again, NEC-in-session restates the commitment of the NLC to continue standing resolutely in its mission to defend and advance the rights of Nigerian workers and the Nigerian people at all times. It therefore calls on all Nigerians to unite in this cause and to hold our leaders accountable to the same standards of sacrifice and service.”
The NLC’s acceptance of the N70,000 minimum wage reflects a strategic move to prevent additional economic strain on the populace and showcases the congress’s role in balancing worker advocacy with national interests.
