‎New Minimum Wage Saga, Labour Sets July 2026 for Fresh Talks ‎ ‎

…Urges Governors to Follow Due Process
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‎Organized Labour, comprising the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC), has announced plans to commence negotiations for a new National Minimum Wage in July 2026.
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‎According to NTANetwork, the labour unions made the disclosure during a joint press conference held on the sidelines of the 114th International Labour Conference in Geneva, Switzerland.
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‎Speaking at the briefing, labour leaders acknowledged growing concerns over the rising cost of living and noted that several state governors have openly admitted that the current ₦70,000 minimum wage is no longer sufficient to meet the basic needs of Nigerian workers.
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‎While commending the governors for recognizing the economic realities facing workers, the labour unions cautioned against unilateral decisions on a new wage figure. They stressed that the determination of a new minimum wage should follow the established negotiation process involving all relevant stakeholders.
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‎Organized Labour also praised the Federal Government for restoring the payment of gratuities to eligible retirees, describing the move as a positive step toward improving workers’ welfare.
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‎However, the unions urged the government to ensure the prompt payment of outstanding gratuity arrears, emphasizing that many retirees are still awaiting benefits owed to them.
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‎The planned negotiations are expected to bring together representatives of labour, government, and employers to review the current wage structure in line with prevailing economic conditions and workers’ welfare needs.
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