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The two labour centres accused the Federal Government delegation of appearing at the meeting without the necessary mandate to negotiate or make concrete commitments on the demands presented by organised labour.

The Nigeria Labour Congress has insisted that the Federal Government begin negotiations for a new national minimum wage before its October 24 ultimatum expires, setting up a potential dispute over the timing of the next wage review.

Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammad Maigari Dingyadi, conveyed the government’s position in a formal response to the communique issued after last week’s joint meeting of the NLC Central Working Committee (CWC) and National Executive Council (NEC).

The ultimatum was contained in a communiqué issued after a joint meeting of the NLC National Executive Council (NEC) and Central Working Committee (CWC) at Labour House, Abuja.

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Federal Capital Territory Council, has declared an indefinite strike across the FCT, directing workers to shut schools, hospitals, government offices and other establishments over unresolved labour disputes with the FCT Administration.

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has rattled the Federal Government over what it described as a worsening survival crisis in the country, demanding an immediate reduction in petrol prices, a nationwide wage award and the commencement of negotiations for a new national minimum wage.

NLC President, Joe Ajaero, stated this in a statement issued on Sunday, amid growing concerns over the proposed concession and the future management of the prestigious secondary school.

The acting General Secretary of the NLC, Benson Upah, said the latest increase would further worsen the economic pressure facing workers and low-income households already struggling with high transportation, food and living costs.

NLC President, Joe Ajaero, disclosed the development to members of the Congress’ National Executive Council (NEC) during its meeting in Enugu, Enugu State, following a letter from the late labour leader’s family. Details surrounding his death remained sketchy as of the time of filing this report.

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