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₦497,000 Minimum Wage Unrealistic, Organized Labour Are Unserious – Presidency

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₦497,000 Minimum Wage Unrealistic, Organized Labour Are Unserious – Presidency....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The Presidency has dismissed the demand by organized labour for a ₦497,000 minimum wage as unrealistic and unserious. Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, articulated the government’s position in an interview with Vanguard…….CONTINUE READING

 

 

 

 

Organized labour initially sought a minimum wage of ₦615,000 but reduced it to ₦500,000 and then ₦497,000. Conversely, the government and private sector increased their offer to ₦57,000 during the last Tripartite meeting.

Onanuga criticized the demand, citing the bloated workforces at both federal and state levels, which he described as being maintained as a social service due to a lack of alternative employment. He argued that such high demands are unsustainable given the current fiscal constraints.

He stated, “The demand is outrageous. If you ask Mr. Ajaero or our brother who is the President of the TUC, Osifo, how much they pay their drivers or their lowest-paid workers, can they pay them ₦500,000 or ₦615,000? It’s unrealistic.”

Onanuga highlighted the financial strain on the government, noting the significant expenditure on recurrent costs and the impracticality of allocating all funds solely for worker salaries. He emphasized that the government has broader responsibilities, including infrastructure, healthcare, and education.

He added, “At the moment, what government is spending on recurrent expenditure is too high. I don’t foresee any government either at the federal, state, or local government level spending all its money just to pay workers.”

Onanuga urged labour unions to be realistic and consider the broader economic context, including the ability of states to meet wage commitments. He mentioned that some states struggled to pay the previous ₦30,000 minimum wage, highlighting the financial difficulties they might face with a higher wage.

He suggested that labour should focus on making essentials like housing, transport, and food more affordable, which would improve workers’ living standards without necessarily increasing wages. “By the time you spend less money on food, transport, education, and other things, the earning power will improve. I don’t believe in the quantum of money, it will not solve the problem,” he said.

Onanuga concluded by saying that the government and labour unions are still negotiating and will reach an agreement in the coming weeks. He stressed the importance of a balanced approach to wage increases to avoid further economic frustration among workers.

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‘Kwankwaso Is More Experienced Than Peter Obi’ – Buhari’s Ex-Aide Declares.

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Ahmad made the assertion in a post on his X handle, maintaining that Kwankwaso’s decision to accept the position of running mate should be seen as an act of political modesty rather than an indication that he is less qualified than Obi.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

According to the former presidential aide, the relationship between the two politicians should be viewed as one of equals rather than that of a superior and a subordinate.

“To be entirely candid, the political dynamic between Rabiu Kwankwaso and Peter Obi ought to be characterised as one of collegiality between peers, rather than a hierarchy of principal and subordinate,” he wrote.

He added, “The choice to assume a deputy role beneath Obi ought to be interpreted as a testament to political modesty.”

Making a case for Kwankwaso’s political experience, Ahmad recalled that the former Kano State governor served as Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives before Obi became a prominent figure in national politics.

He also noted that Kwankwaso governed Kano State, which he described as Nigeria’s most populous and politically influential state, for two terms and served as a federal minister.

“If we are assessing political experience, Sen. Kwankwaso probably has a longer and more impressive political background than Peter Obi,” Ahmad stated.

In contrast, the former presidential aide argued that Obi’s major public office experience was limited to his tenure as governor of Anambra State.

“Unlike other candidates, Peter Obi was just a former governor of Anambra State,” he wrote.

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‘I Have Stopped Impregnating Women’ – 2Baba Makes Shocking Revelation.

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Nigerian music star Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has declared that he no longer impregnates women.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The singer made the statement on Saturday during a live performance at Rehab Lounge in Calgary, Canada.

While performing his hit song True Love, 2Baba paused to interact with the audience and playfully asked the women present to identify where his true love was.

He jokingly wondered whether she was standing at the back of the venue or somewhere in front of him before making a remark about his experiences with women.

The award-winning musician told the audience that he had stopped getting women pregnant, adding that he had been making the same confession wherever he performed recently.

He said, “For the purpose of this show, I will pretend like I’ve never seen anything before. Where’s my true love? Is she back there? Is she right here? Is she somewhere here? Where’s my true love? You people shouldn’t put out me for trouble.

“As I said, some ladies they fear to shout. See, everywhere I go these days, I make this confession. As I say, some ladies they fear to shout. I say, I don’t fear to shout. Because I don’t stop to dey give woman belle. Ask anyone, they’ll tell you, I don’t do such thing things again.”

The singer’s comment comes amid public interest in his personal life and relationships.

2Baba was previously married to Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay-Idibia. The couple announced their separation in January 2025 after having two children together.

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NPFL Cracks Down! Abia Warriors, Katsina United, Warri Wolves Hit With Sanctions.

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Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.

The Umuahia-based club was also found guilty of an attempt by one of its officials to disrupt the live broadcast of the match by harassing a crew member of the league’s broadcast partner.

As part of the disciplinary measures, Abia Warriors’ multimedia officer, Chidera Favour Igwe, has been suspended from all NPFL match activities for five matches.

Katsina United, meanwhile, were fined ₦2 million for failing to provide adequate and effective security during their home fixture against Plateau United.

The club was also sanctioned for allowing supporters to encroach onto the field of play during the encounter.

Warri Wolves Receive Heaviest Punishment

Warri Wolves have been handed the most severe sanctions following the unruly behaviour of their supporters during Sunday’s Matchday 10 clash against Kano Pillars in Ozoro.

The Seasiders were fined ₦4.2 million and docked three points and three goals from their accumulated tally. The club was also ordered to play its next three home matches behind closed doors.

According to the NPFL, Warri Wolves failed to provide adequate security at the stadium, resulting in an assault on match officials after the final whistle.

The league further disclosed that the second assistant referee sustained a nose injury and was left bleeding during the incident.

The NPFL stated that all three clubs have 48 hours from the date of notification to appeal their respective sanctions in accordance with the league’s disciplinary procedures.

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