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NLC Stands Firm on December 1 Deadline for Minimum Wage Implementation
NLC Stands Firm on December 1 Deadline for Minimum Wage Implementation
Ekwutosblog has gathered that the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has firmly reiterated that the December 1 deadline remains in effect for all states to implement the recently established minimum wage increase. This reminder comes amid ongoing negotiations and varying levels of compliance by state governments.
The minimum wage hike was signed into law on July 29, 2024, by President Bola Tinubu, raising the minimum wage from N30,000 to N70,000. Following this, on November 11, the NLC announced November 30 as the cut-off date for states to comply with the new wage standards. If any states fail to implement the updated minimum wage by this deadline, the NLC has directed its members in those states to commence an indefinite strike action starting in December.
While over 30 states have committed to the new wage policy, there are still some notable exceptions. Governors in Zamfara, Sokoto, Cross River, and Nasarawa have yet to reach an agreement on the updated salary structure for their workforce, leaving workers in these states uncertain about the implementation of the wage increase. Despite the majority of states complying, NLC spokesman Benson Upah has emphasized that the union’s expectations apply to all states without exception.
“Majority is not everybody,” Upah stated, reinforcing that every state must align with the union’s directive. “All states must heed the union’s directive or we’ll carry out our threats.” His statement underscores the NLC’s stance that partial compliance is insufficient and that the union is prepared to proceed with a nationwide strike in non-compliant states.
As December approaches, the NLC remains resolute in its demand for complete adherence to the new wage law, aiming to ensure fair pay for workers across Nigeria.
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GOVERNOR UZODIMMA INSPECTS MAJOR ONGOING PROJECTS ACROSS OWERRI, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO URBAN RENEWAL.

By Prince Uwalaka Chimaroke
7-OCT- 2025
The Executive Governor of Imo State, Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma, on Monday embarked on an extensive inspection tour of several ongoing projects across Owerri, the state capital, In a remarkable move that reflects his administration’s dedication to infrastructural excellence and urban transformation
The inspection exercise was part of the Governor’s continuous monitoring of strategic development projects aimed at ensuring timely delivery, adherence to standards, and alignment with the State’s comprehensive urban renewal scheme.
During the tour, Governor Uzodimma visited key project sites including the construction of the Ultra-Modern Bus Terminal at Onitsha Road, the Imo Recreation Park, the headquarters of the Imo Internal Revenue Service (IIRS), and the Imo Drug Warehouse. Each of these projects represents a vital component of the administration’s broader vision to modernize Owerri, strengthen public services, and promote economic vibrancy within the State.
According to the Governor, the on-site inspection was not just an assessment exercise but a strategic review session aimed at identifying gaps and ensuring that contractors maintain both speed and quality in project execution. He emphasized that his observations during the visit would inform prompt and targeted interventions to accelerate delivery timelines and enhance the efficiency of infrastructure development.
Governor Uzodimma reiterated that his government remains focused on sustainable urban development, with projects deliberately designed to improve the living standards of citizens, decongest urban traffic, enhance environmental aesthetics, and boost tourism and commerce in the capital city.
The Governor’s hands-on leadership style continues to reflect his resolve to deliver on the 3R Government Agenda of Rehabilitation, Reconstruction, and Recovery, transforming Imo into a modern, functional, and investor-friendly state.
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Northern elders, governors establish NNDC

The Northern Elders Forum and the Northern Governors Forum have established a new body known as the Northern Nigeria Development Council, NNDC, to coordinate and drive the region’s economic transformation agenda.
The decision followed the signing of the Northern Nigeria Economic Development Charter at the end of the Northern Nigeria Investment and Industrialisation Summit, which ended in Abuja on Monday.
NEF Convener, Prof Ango Abdullahi, who signed the communiqué after the summit, pointed out that the proposed council will operate under the joint supervision of the two forums and serve as the institutional framework for implementing the region’s long-term development masterplan.
The communiquè said, “The charter signed by the Northern Governors commits them to establish the NNDC as the dedicated coordinating agency for the region’s economic agenda.”
It further revealed that the NNDC will “serve as the institutional and programme management body to midwife the Regional Integration Agenda of Northern Nigeria.”
It will consolidate strategies in mining, agriculture, power, industrialization, technology, and related sectors.
The summit, themed “Unlocking Strategic Opportunities in Mining, Agriculture, and Power,” brought together governors, investors, and development partners to explore ways to accelerate growth in the region.
The forum disclosed that over $10bn in investments were pledged across key sectors for implementation over the next five years.
It also emphasized the need for regional economic integration, improved infrastructure, and clear investment policies to attract private capital.
Participants further recommended reforms to ease doing business, standardise public-private partnership frameworks, and institutionalise land administration reforms.
They also proposed the creation of a Security-Investment Coordination Task Force to safeguard critical projects.
The communiqué traced the vision for the new council to the North’s historical industrial base, recalling the 1960s and 1970s when agriculture and agro-processing anchored the region’s economy.
It noted that the new initiative aims to revive that legacy through a modernised, coordinated framework for sustainable growth.
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The Igbo communities in Canada have called on President Bola Tinubu to order the immediate and unconditional release of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu.
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