Politics
NASS Assures Speedy Passage Of New Minimum Wage
The leadership of the National Assembly (NASS) on Monday expressed its resolve to accelerate the passage of the new minimum wage law for Nigerian workers when transmitted for consideration by President Bola Tinubu’s administration.
President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, and Speaker Tajudeen Abbas gave the assurance in Abuja, during the opening of a one-day retreat on ‘Labour reforms and the quest for living wage in Nigeria: A Focus on Legislative intervention’, organised by National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), for Chairmen and Members of joint Senate and House Committees on Employment, Labour, and Productivity.
In his keynote address, Senator Akpabio who frowned at the failure of some Subnational Governments that failed to implement the current N30,000 national minimum wage, however, argued that with increased monthly allocations from the federal purse due to the removal of fuel subsidy, expressed optimism that “all States will abide by the new minimum wage when finally determined and legislated.”
While acknowledging the dynamics of fixing minimum wage varies from one country to the other, Senator Akpabio averred that Nigeria has its own peculiarities and laws that guide the national minimum wage.
“A brief insight from the Nigerian situation will help to illuminate this position.
One, like all other countries of the world, Nigeria’s labour market has two segments, namely the public and private sectors.
However, the public sector workers are the most affected by increases in the minimum wage for two main reasons.
First, it is not proper for the government to violate its own law. Second, nearly all public-sector workers are unionised. Violations can therefore be resisted and counterproductive.
The embattled National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress, David Mark, on Friday held a closed-door meeting with leaders of the Peoples Redemption Party in Abuja. The private consultation is seen as a fresh round of political moves as the ADC continues to battle a lingering leadership crisis and growing internal divisions.
Top figures from both parties were said to be present at the meeting, including PRP National Chairman Hakeem Baba-Ahmed and senior ADC officials. The development is already drawing attention as opposition parties continue realignments ahead of the 2027 political season, with many watching closely for possible alliances and next steps in the party crisis.
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“ADC is a Holy Party, Cannot be used to Scam Nigerians Again” – Hon Success Opara tells David Mark
ADC Party in Turmoil: Hon Success Opara Slams Leadership, Warns Against Scamming Nigerians
Abuja, Nigeria – The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is facing internal strife as Hon Success Opara, a prominent party official, has warned against attempts to use the party to deceive Nigerians. Opara specifically criticized the leadership of David Mark, stating that the party cannot be used to scam citizens again.
“ADC holy Party cannot be used to scam Nigerians again,” Opara said, emphasizing that those forming coalitions are hindering the party’s growth and denying youths opportunities to thrive.
“Those who are forming coalition don’t want to give the youths the chance to strive in the party,” she added.
Opara’s statement highlights the deepening divisions within the ADC, with concerns over leadership and the party’s direction.
The factional National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Nafiu Bala Gombe, has announced that the party under his leadership will bar individuals above the age of 55 from contesting for political positions.
Gombe made the disclosure during an interview with BBC Hausa, where he outlined a vision centred on generational change and greater youth participation in politics.
“The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is a party that belongs to all Nigerians. What we are doing now is to ensure the party moves forward properly.
“We have decided that we will give the youths a real chance. The time has come for young people to take the lead in politics.
“If you are over 55 years old, you are not going to contest for positions in the ADC under our leadership.
“We want to bring in fresh blood, new ideas, and energy from the youth. Nigeria’s future depends on the young generation.
“The old ways have not worked well for the country. We need to open the door wide for youths to participate fully as candidates, leaders, and decision-makers,” he said.
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