On June 3rd, 2024, a significant meeting took place between the Federal Government and the Organised Labour. This meeting was a response to the nationwide strike declared by the Organised Labour on the same day, which was aimed at pressing their demands.
The Tripartite Committee on National Minimum Wage (NMW) had previously been in negotiations, but Labour had withdrawn. In response to this, the Leadership of the National Assembly stepped in on June 2nd, 2024.
In the interest of the nation, the Federal Government called for a meeting with Labour. This meeting was held in the office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, with the goal of bringing an end to the strike action.
After thorough discussions and negotiations, several key resolutions were agreed upon:
- The President, who is also the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, pledged commitment to a National Minimum Wage exceeding N60,000.
- Following this commitment, it was decided that the Tripartite Committee would meet daily for the subsequent week to determine an acceptable National Minimum Wage.
- In respect to the President’s commitment, Labour agreed to immediately convene a meeting of its organs to consider this pledge.
- It was also agreed that no worker would face victimisation as a result of the industrial action.
This agreement was signed in Abuja on June 3rd, 2024.
Representing the Federal Government of Nigeria were Mohammed Idris, Minister of Information and National Orientation, and Hon. Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, Minister of State for Labour and Employment.
Representing the Organised Labour were Joe Ajaero, President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), and Festus Osifo, President of the Trade Union Congress (TUC).
