he Federal Government is on the brink of finalizing a new national minimum wage agreement, with President Bola Tinubu taking proactive steps by inviting representatives from the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) to a crucial meeting at the Aso Villa on Thursday. A reliable source within the leadership of the labor unions, speaking on condition of anonymity, confirmed this development to our correspondent on Wednesday.
President Tinubu is reportedly committed to resolving the prolonged negotiations surrounding the minimum wage during this meeting. The invitation extended to the joint union presidents underscores the government’s determination to reach a consensus on this critical issue affecting millions of workers across the country.
This move comes amidst ongoing discussions and deliberations aimed at addressing the concerns and demands of labor unions regarding the minimum wage, reflecting a significant development in the government’s efforts to promote labor rights and fair wages.
Details of the meeting’s agenda and potential outcomes are expected to be disclosed following the conclusion of Thursday’s discussions.
