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  • Workers Day: End Percentage Salaries For LG Staff, Teachers In Kogi – NLC Tasks Bello

    Workers Day: End Percentage Salaries For LG Staff, Teachers In Kogi – NLC Tasks Bello

    From Noah Ocheni, Lokoja

    The Chairman of Kogi state Chapter of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Amari Gabriel on Monday called on Governor Yahaya Bello to end the ugly development
    of the scourge of percentage salaries for the local government staff and basic education teachers in the state.

    The NLC Boss who made the call in a speech to mark this year’s Workers Day Celebration in Lokoja on Monday, said that the demand has become imperative inview of the untold hardship faced by concerned workers as a result of the poor salary package.

    Gabriel noted that the percentage payment has crippled the third tier of government and rendered Basic Education in Kogi state ineffective.

    “Your Excellency, as your tenure draws to the end, we urge you to compel the authorities in charge of local government to restore payment of full salaries to workers to bring them a par with their state counterparts”

    The NLC Chairman, however, commended Governor Yahaya Bello for regular payment of workers salaries and pensions for pensioners on the pay roll of Kogi state government.

    “Also we wish to thank Governor Yahaya Bello for supporting the building of a magnificent Labour House in Lokoja after 32 years of the state creation

    “Organised Labour commends the giant strides of this administration in the provision of infrastructure in the state. These legacy projects includes: General Muhammadu Buhari Civic Centre, Ganaja Flyover, the Graphic Building, Model Science Secondary Schools and Reference Hospital, Okene among others”

    “We plead with government to live up to its responsibility in tackling insecurity, unemployment, conduct of credible elections and payment of gratuity of pensioners, to mention but just a few”

    He charged workers to remain committed to quality service delivery in their various spheres of duties to justify government’s huge investment on them.

    Governor Yahaya Bello who was represented by the Secretary to Kogi Government, Dr. Mrs Folashade Ayoade Arike at the event, appreciated sacrifices made by workers for the development of the state since his assumption of office.

    The Governor assured workers that their sacrifices would be rewarded accordingly as his administration will continue to accord priority to their welfare.

    “We as government will not relent in complementing the efforts of the organised labour in advancing for the betterment of the living condition of their members. We will therefore, remain committed to the sustainace of the prevailing regular payment of workers salaries and pensions for retirees of the state government”

  • Workers’ Day: FG declare Monday May 1st, Public Holiday

    Workers’ Day: FG declare Monday May 1st, Public Holiday

    The Federal Government has declared Monday, May 1, as a public holiday to mark this year’s Workers Day celebration.

    The Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government.

    Aregbesola, in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Shuaib Belgore, on Friday, commended workers for their hard work, diligence and sacrifice, noting that their efforts are largely responsible for the greatness of the country and the respect Nigeria now commands in the comity of nations.

    The minister said, “There is dignity in labour, we have to have dedication and commitment to the work we do because it is vital to nation-building.

    He enjoined workers to imbibe the culture of productivity, saying “The end of work is productivity. It is productivity that leads to satisfactory provision of goods and services and wealth creation.

    It is therefore the path to national and individual prosperity.”

    The minister urges workers to raise the bar of their trade in line with the regime of President Muhammadu Buhar drive to upgrade the vehicle of governance and make all the people of Nigeria derive maximum benefit from the nation.

  • Workers Day : Nasarawa Speaker lauds Gov. Sule over workers welfare assures of legislative support

    Workers Day : Nasarawa Speaker lauds Gov. Sule over workers welfare assures of legislative support

    From Leo Nzwanke,Lafia

    The Speaker of the Nasarawa State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon Ibrahim Balarabe Abdullahi, has lauded Gov. Abdullahi Sule for prioritizing Workers welfare in the state.

    This, the Speaker said, has improved on the standard of living of workers and their family members.

    The Speaker, who Represent Umaisha/ Ugya State Constituency gave the commendation in his May Day message released today and signed by his Press Secretary, Jibrin Gwamna.

    Balarabe Abdullahi ( APC) has assured workers of the State Assembly’s continued partnership with the State Government to improve on their welfare and enhance their standard of living.

    The Statement quotes the Speaker Balarabe Abdullahi ” The State Assembly under my leadership is proud with the commitment of His Excellency, Gov. Abdullahi Sule on workers welfare.

    ” As His excellency has implemented workers promotion in the state.

    ” He has cleared the outstanding salaries of the newly employed 496 secondary schools teachers.

    “Capacity building workshops are been conducted, prompt payment of salaries, pension and gratuity for retirees and the recent employment of health workers by the Hospital Management Board among others.

    ” The state government has many workers friendly policies.

    ” With this gestures and other commitment by His Excellency, Gov. Abdullahi Sule on Workers welfare, we say we are grateful,” he said

    Balarabe Abdullahi congratulated workers in the State on the May Day Celebration 2022 describing them as engine room of Government.

    ” I want to assure our workers that the Assembly will continue to collaborate with the State Government for improved workers welfare,” he said.

    The Speaker has acknowledged the support of workers to the government of the day an called for its sustenance.

    He also urged workers to continue to work as a team and contribute positively to the development of the state.

  • Workers’ Day: Gov Obaseki Increases Minimum Wage To N40,000 in Edo

    Workers’ Day: Gov Obaseki Increases Minimum Wage To N40,000 in Edo

    Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, on Sunday approved N40,000 as the new minimum wage for workers in the state in commemoration of 2022 Workers’ Day.

    Obaseki, who made the announcement in Benin while delivering his 2022 Workers’ Day speech, said his government will continue to prioritise the welfare of Edo workers, equipping them with the capacity and environment to deliver efficient and quality service to the people.

    “As we all know, the minimum of N30,000 can barely sustain a family. It will be immoral and mindless of us to continue to pretend that we do not know that our workers are suffering,” he said.

    “The government of Edo has now decided to review the minimum for Edo workers from N30,000 to N40,000 a month. Undoubtedly, Edo is the first state since the current outbreak of coronavirus to take this initiative.

    “Even though we would have loved to pay more, we hope that this little adjustment would enable us to cushion the impact of the inflation that we are faced with. There is no doubt that the financial implications will be heavy and put another burden on the government.

    “But as a government, we are prepared to make the sacrifices so that the workers can live a better life. Your welfare is our number one priority.”

    While reassuring his government’s relentless support to senior citizens in the state, Obaseki lamented the hardship experienced by pensioners and other senior citizens because of the rising cost of food and other items.

    “I am particularly interested in our senior citizens because they are one of the most vulnerable in our society. We took interest in payments of outstanding pensions to our pensioners although these pensions were held by the previous administration.

    “In view of the prevailing economic circumstances, I have now approved, effective this May, the agreement we reached with the Union of Pensioners that the harmonized amount would be paid from May 2022.

    “Government is aware of the difficulties faced by the pensioners due to the non-payment of pension and gratuities to pensioners by previous governments. This responsibility is huge, and it will require a substantial part of our resources to settle them.

    “However, we are not a government that is known for running away from challenges; we will look for a way to tackle these challenges,” the governor added.

    Obaseki however urged workers in the state to take advantage of opportunities offered by his administration in the agricultural sector to increase food production in the country.

    Earlier in his address, the state Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Mr. Odion Olaye, charged the Federal Government to step up efforts to tackle the high rate of insecurity, unemployment, and hunger in the country.

  • Workers Day: Bello Approves Car Refurbishing Loan of N500,000 for Workers In Kogi

    Workers Day: Bello Approves Car Refurbishing Loan of N500,000 for Workers In Kogi

    From Noah Ocheni, Lokoja

    The Kogi state Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello has approved car Refurbishing Loan of N500,000 for civil servants in the state.

    “The reintroduction of the car Refurbishing Loan which will be disbursed in batches will be implemented before the end of year 2022.”

    The Governor announced the approval while speaking at this year’s May Day celebration held in Lokoja, the state capital on Sunday.

    The Governor who was represented by the Secretary to Kogi State Government, Dr. Folashade Ayoade, asked the Organized Labour in the State to see Government and Labour as Partners in progress.

    Gov. Bello who promised a regular payment of salaries and pensions to workers and pensioners in the state thanked the organized labour for their commitment to industrial Peace.

    The Governor who acknowledged the payment of percentage salaries to workers at the LGA level, said it was due to the heavy level of over staffing which he assured will be addressed soon.

    Gov. Bello commended Kogi State workers for their sacrifices, maturity and patience, assuring that he intends using any opportunity available to embark on palliatives that would cushion the pains of the workers in the State.

    Earlier, the Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Comerade Onu Edoka gave the assurance that the prevailing Cordial relationship and understanding between labour and government would be sustained.

    He called on the state government to end percentage payment for local government workers and primary school teachers in the state which he said has lingered for too long.

    The labour leader maintained that the nasty development has inflicted untold hardship for victims of percentage payment.

  • Workers Day: FCT Minister calls for Labour, Government, workers cooperation

    Workers Day: FCT Minister calls for Labour, Government, workers cooperation

    By Joyce Remi-Babayeju

    As the nation observes the 2022 Workers Day,  the FCT Minister Malam Muhammad Musa Bello called for cooperation among labour, government and workers as he felicitates with workers in the FCT.

    In his May Day message today the Minister congratulated the leadership and members of the Nigeria Labour Congress, the Trade Union Congress and all other employees across the Federal Capital Territory.

     He emphasized that the collective efforts of all the workers have over the years ensured the sustained development and growth of the Federal Capital Territory  making the city of Abuja one of the most beautiful capital cities in Africa and the pride of every Nigerian.

     
    The Minister also paid tribute to the pioneer staff of the FCT Administration who braved the odds and made tremendous sacrifices to lay the foundation for what the nation’s capital is today.

    Bello said, “ As we celebrate Workers’ Day, let us not forget the tremendous sacrifices made by the pioneer staff of the FCT Administration, who braved the odds and displayed extreme sense of patriotism by coming to the FCT to lay the foundation of what has today, become a beautiful capital territory.”

     He also used the day to equally paid tribute to the thousands of construction workers and other employees who made Abuja their home and paved the way for others to follow in their wake.

     The minister  further urged today’s employees, to show the same zeal and imbibe a similar sense of duty as demonstrated by their predecessors.

     He also commended the leadership of organized labour unions in Nigeria for the theme of the 2022 Workers’ Day celebration which is “Labour, Politics and Quest for Good Governance and Development in Nigeria” describing it as apt and timely.

       He admonished workers not to leave the task of good governance to the government alone but should be the responsibility of all, adding that good governance can only be achieved with the collaboration and cooperation of all strata of society including the labour unions, the government and the citizenry, considering that all were working for the same goals.

        He used the occasion y assure residents that the Abuja light rail will soon resume operations after a long break due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

      He also said that the on-going Greater Abuja Water Project will, on completion would tremendously improve water supply in the FCT.

      He finally wished all go workers a memorable 2022 Workers’ Day celebrations.

  • Workers Day: Kogi L.G Workers Turn Beggars, Organised Labour Cry Out

    Workers Day: Kogi L.G Workers Turn Beggars, Organised Labour Cry Out

    From Noah Ocheni, Lokoja

    The Kogi state Council of the Organizsed Labour on Saturday told Governor Yahaya Bello that ‘Local Government workers’ are dying on daily basis due to percentage payment of salaries and the harsh economic condition of the country.

    The Nigeria Labour Congress, (NLC), and the Trade Union Congress, (TUC), disclosed this in Lokoja, on Sunday, to mark the 2022 workers day celebration with the theme, “Labour, Politics, and quest for good governance and development in Nigeria”.

    Speaking on behalf of the Organized Labour in Kogi State, the Chairman, Trade Union Congress, (TUC), Comrade Ranti Ojo reiterated that life has become unbearable for Kogi Workers because of the inflation trend in the Country.

    The TUC Chairman said” The issue of percentage payment of salary at the Primary School sector and the Local Government Area has not only crippled primary education and the Local Government administration but has also dehumanizsed workers at local level.

    He called on the Governor to urgently address the issues of outstanding remunerations to workers, especially the February 2022 outstanding balance of the percentage salary.

    Comrade Ojo also called on the Governor to implement the February 9th 2022 agreement on the cash-backing of all promotions payment leave bonuses and annual increments.

    He also appealed to Governor Bello to investigate the non implementation of the new National Minimum wage of N30,000 and it’s consequential adjustment in the judiciary as alleged by the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN).

    The Organized Labour therefore appealed to the Government to restore full salary payment to the workers at that level in order to mitigate the effect of the hardships steering this category of workers in Kogi State”.

    In his address, Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello formally announced to the state workers of his intention to vie for the position of the president of the federal republic of Nigeria on the platform of All progressive Congress (APC).

    Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello who was represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr Folashade Arike Ayoade lauded Kogi Workers for their relentless effort in moving the state forward.

    The Governor noted that pension and salary are fully paid as at when due in Kogi State, reiterated that, his administration will continue to prioritise the welfare of workers in the state.

    He pointed out that the state government has concluded arrangements to reintroduce car refurbishing loan of interest free of #500, ooo to civil servants in the state.

    Bello, however, debunked the information making the round that his administration is planning to downsize the work force in Kogi State.

  • Workers Day: Senate President, Ahmad Lawan Seeks End To ASUU Strike

    Workers Day: Senate President, Ahmad Lawan Seeks End To ASUU Strike

    Senate President Ahmad Lawan on Saturday called for a speedy and amicable resolution to the months-old Academic Staff Union of Universities(ASUU) strike.

    He made the call in a statement celebrating Nigerian workers on the occasion of this year’s May Day.

    The statement was signed by his spokesperson Ola Awoniyi.

    “Nigerian workers deserve our appreciations and respects for their contributions to the development of our country,” Lawan said.

    “I also salute them for their patriotic cooperation with the government and and other institutions in the collective efforts to address societal challenges.

    “There is no gainsaying the fact that Labour creates wealth for the nation, the more reason that the welfare of the Nigerian workers should always be accorded priority.

    “As Parliament, the National Assembly will continue to partner with the Organised Labour in addressing issues that affect workers and the generality of the Nigerian people.

    “Despite the prevailing challenges, the relationship between Labour and the Government should be cooperative in the overall interest of the country.

    “In the spirit of May Day, I appeal for a speedy and amicable resolution of the ongoing negotiations between the Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities(ASUU) to ensure that our universities reopen for learning and research.

    “We should always be mindful that no society can make meaningful progress without industrial peace and harmony.

    “Once again, I say congratulations to all Nigerian workers and wish them a happy May Day.”

  • Workers Day: Gbajabiamila pays tributes to Nigerian workers

    Workers Day: Gbajabiamila pays tributes to Nigerian workers

    The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila, has paid glowing tributes to Nigerian workers on this year’s Workers’ Day.

    Gbajabiamila, who said Nigerian workers are worthy of being celebrated, noted that the Nigerian system remains stable due to the dedication and sacrifices of the workers.

    In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Lanre Lasisi, the Speaker said the welfare of workers would remain paramount on the government’s table.

    The Speaker was particularly elated by the resilience of Nigerian workers, whom he described as the bedrock of the society.

    He said the 9th House of Representatives remains committed to improving the working conditions of workers through legislative interventions.

    The speaker called on workers to continue to give their best to the country, even as government must keep its side of the bargain to the workers.

  • FG Declares May 3 Public Holiday To Mark Workers Day

    FG Declares May 3 Public Holiday To Mark Workers Day

    The Federal Government has declared Monday, May 3, 2021, as a public holiday to mark this year’s International Workers Day Celebration.

    The Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Adesoji Aregbesola, made the announcement in a statement on Thursday.

    Aregbesola who congratulated the Nigerian Workers for witnessing this year’s celebration commended them for their patience, understanding, and support in driving the policies and programmes of the President Muhammadu Buhari-led administration, in its determination to move the country to the next level of its socio-economic development.

    He called for more dedication and patriotism from all Nigerian Workers and the Labour Unions, saying the challenges of the moment will soon be over as the government is committed to the security of lives and properties of all Nigerians.

    “ The Government is putting all strategies in place to curb the challenges of insecurity in the country.

    “I, therefore, call on the Labour Force and all patriotic citizens to be fully committed to the task of putting insecurity to a permanent end as much as possible,” he added.

    The minister wished all Nigerian Workers a peaceful May Day Celebration.