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It Cannot Be Paid – Presidency Reacts to Labour’s Stance on N250,000 Minimum Wage

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The Presidency has dismissed the demand by labour unions across the country for a N250,000 minimum wage, describing it as “unrealistic” and “unaffordable“.
Presidential Adviser Bayo Onanuga stated that neither the Federal Government nor the private sector can meet this demand.
Onanuga noted that even the initial offer of N60,000 was rejected by governors, making labour’s demand unattainable.
Speaking on a live radio programme Crossfire on Nigeria Info 99.3 FM Lagos, Onanuga said: “The amount they’re still (demanding) is unrealistic.
“It cannot be paid by the Federal Government.
“It cannot be paid by the private sector. All of them will shut down. “And the governors have said they cannot pay the N60,000 that the private sector and the Federal Government were offering before.
“That’s where we are today. I think that labour should reconsider its position.”
He added: “If you look at the budget this year – N28 trillion. And you are paying N5 trillion on wages alone; what are you going to spend on the other things that the government does?”
The labour demand comes after weeks of failed talks on a new minimum wage.
Organized labour had declared an indefinite industrial action on June 3, paralyzing businesses across the country and shutting down essential services. The labour unions argue that the current minimum wage of N30,000 can no longer cater to workers’ well-being, citing the effects of petrol subsidy removal and forex unification.
They argued that the Minimum Wage Act of 2019, signed by former President Muhammadu Buhari, should be reviewed every five years to meet contemporary economic demands.
This led to the inauguration of a tripartite committee by President Bola Tinubu in January 2024 to negotiate a new minimum wage.
Labour initially demanded N615,000, later reducing it to N494,000 and then N250,000. On the other hand, the government and private sector offered N48,000, N54,000, N57,000, and N60,000, all rejected by labour.
After a strike which was suspended for a week, the labour unions resumed talks with the government, with the President directing the Minister of Finance to present a template for a new minimum wage.
However, both sides again failed to reach an agreement, with labour demanding N250,000 and the government offering N62,000.
Presently, the President is being awaited to make a decision and send an executive bill to the National Assembly to pass a new minimum wage bill.
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APGA announces re-commencement of membership registration, revalidation

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The All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA, has announce the re-commencement of its membership registration and revalidation exercise.
A press release by National Publicity Secretary of the party, Mr Ejimofor Opara said the exercise which was flagged off on June 1, 2024 is aimed at strengthening the party’s grassroots structure and updating its membership records.
The release reads, “Old and new members are encouraged to participate in this exercise by visiting their respective wards to collect membership forms from their ward Chairman.
“Alternatively, they can register online. Note, however, that those who had registered earlier via the online platform do not need to register again.
“The membership registration and revalidation exercise will last for a period of 30 days, commencing from the date of this announcement.”
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OSUN LG SAGA: POLICE CONDEMNS VIOLENCE, VOWS TO DEAL WITH PERPETRATORS. As IGP Orders Deployment of Additional Tactical Squads to Restore Normalcy in Osun

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PRESS RELEASE
OSUN LG SAGA: POLICE CONDEMNS VIOLENCE, VOWS TO DEAL WITH PERPETRATORS.
As IGP Orders Deployment of Additional Tactical Squads to Restore Normalcy in Osun
In response to the ongoing violence in Osun State, the Nigeria Police Force has condemned, in strong terms, the incidents that have disrupted peace and safety in the state, and vowed to bring the perpetrators to justice. These violent actions had disrupted the peace, leading to the destruction of property, and the unfortunate loss of innocent lives.
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM., has taken decisive action by ordering the deployment of additional tactical squads to Osun State to bolster security and restore law and order.
The Police recognizes that violence undermines the democratic process and threatens the wellbeing of the citizens, and hereby affirms its commitment to identifying and prosecuting the perpetrators of these acts and caused them to face the full weight of the law.
The IGP issues a stern warning to those who threaten the peace and stability in Osun State, as the Force will not tolerate any act of lawlessness, hooliganism and anarchy in the state. The perpetrators of these criminal acts will be fished out and be caused to face the consequences of their unwarranted ill-fated acts. Citizens must remain calm as normalcy is being restored. Osun indigenes, leaders, and stakeholders are hereby urged to shun violence and go about their legitimate businesses. The judiciary remains the ultimate arbiter of all electoral disputes and political actors must respect and abide by its rulings, upholding the rule of law and democratic principles. Citizens are advised to go about their lawful business.
The Force reiterates its commitment to clamping down on any violent actors who bent on creating brouhaha and breakdown of law and order in any part of the country. The situation in Osun will be closely monitored, and measures will be enforced to ensure a safe environment for all residents.
ACP OLUMUYIWA ADEJOBI, mnipr, mipra, fCA,
FORCE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,
FORCE HEADQUARTERS,
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17TH FEBRUARY 2025
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‘Stop bloodshed’ – Gov Adeleke issues directive over Osun LG violence

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February 17, 2025By
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Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has ordered an end to the bloodshed in the state.
Adeleke’s directive followed the breakout of deadly violence that erupted in local government secretariats across the state.
The governor confirmed that five members of the Peoples Democratic Party were killed during the crisis, while several others were injured.
On Monday, violence broke out when loyalists of the All Progressives Congress attempted to reinstate their local government chairmen, who were removed by a court ruling in 2022.
The opposition by PDP supporters led to chaos and a violent outbreak.
In the course of the violence, the reinstated chairman of Irewole Local Government Area, Mr. Remi Abass, was killed.
Reacting via a statement issued by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, Adeleke accused the APC of trying to take over the local governments illegally.
He said: “PDP lost five members, with several others wounded.
“Two were killed in Iragbiji, Boripe Local Government. Another two died in Ola Oluwa Local Government, and one was killed in Ikire. This bloodshed must stop.”
Adeleke directed residents and politicians to stay away from the local government secretariats as a way to prevent violence.
He added: “Governor Adeleke has directed all Osun residents to avoid the LG secretariats to prevent more violence and protect public property.
“Since the local government workers are on strike, security agencies will take full control of the secretariats.”

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