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Strike: NLC, TUC Will Consider N35,000 Extra Pay, Other Offers – FG 

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The Federal Government is hopeful of the organised labour suspending its planned indefinite strike, saying the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) will consider the government’s offers, including a N35,000 pay increase for all “treasury-paid” federal workers.

This was one of the highlights of the hours-long meeting between the Federal Government and the labour unions in Abuja on Sunday.

Earlier, President Bola Tinubu, in his Independence Day speech, announced a N25,000 pay bump which he said would apply to “low-grade” workers only as a means of cushioning the effect of the removal of fuel subsidies.

“NLC and TUC will consider the offers by the Federal Government with a view to suspending the planned strike to allow for further consultations on the implementation of the resolutions above,” a statement by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, said.

The virtual meeting was chaired by the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, with the Governor of Kwara State and Chairman of the Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF), Abdulrazak Abdulrahman; and Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State also in attendance.

The labour delegation was led by NLC President, Joe Ajaero; Deputy President, TUC; Dr Tommy Etim Okon; NLC General Secretary, Emma Ugboaja; and TUC General Secretary, Nuhu Toro, among others.

Others present included the information minister, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun; the Minister of Labour and Employment, Simon Lalong; the Minister of State, Labour, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha; and the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Abubakar Atiku Bagudu.

Also in attendance were the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu; the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Doris Uzoka-Anite; the Head of Service of the Federation, Dr. Folasade Yemi-Esan; and the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu.

See the full statement below:

PRESS STATEMENT ON THE MEETING BETWEEN THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AND LEADERSHIP OF THE NIGERIA LABOUR CONGRESS (NLC), AND TRADE UNION CONGRESS (TUC).

The Federal Government, on Sunday, October 1, 2023 met with the leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) on measures to address the dispute arising from the removal of subsidy on Premium Motor Spirit (PMS).

The parties noted the following:

i) The Federal Government has announced N35,000 only as provisional wage award for all treasury-paid federal government workers for six months following further consultation with President Bola Tinubu.

ii) The Federal Government is committed to fast-tracking the provision of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses to ease public transportation difficulties associated with the removal of PMS subsidy.

iii) The Federal Government commits to the provision of funds for micro and small-scale enterprises.

iv) VAT on diesel will be waived for the next 6 months.

v) The Federal Government will commence payment of N75,000 to 15 million households at N25,000 per month, for a three-month period from October-December 2023.

MEETING HIGHLIGHTS:

In light of the discussions held during the meeting, the following were the major highlights:

i) The Federal Government urged the Labour unions not to embark on strike action as the issues in dispute can only be resolved when workers are at work.

ii) Labour Unions made case for higher wage award.

iii) A sub-committee to be constituted to work out the details of implementation of all items regarding government interventions to cushion the effect of fuel subsidy removal.

iv) The lingering matter of Road Transport Employees Association of Nigeria (RTEAN) and National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) in Lagos State needs to be addressed urgently.

v.) NLC and TUC will consider the offers by the Federal Government with a view to suspending the planned strike to allow for further consultations on the implementation of the resolutions above.

Governor Abdulrazak Abdulrahman of Kwara State and Chairman of the Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF) and Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State, participated virtually in the meeting, chaired by the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila.

Also in attendance were the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, the Minister of Labour and Employment, Simon Lalong, the Minister of State, Labour, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu, the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Doris Uzoka-Anite, the Head of Service of the Federation, Dr. Folasade Yemi-Esan and the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu.

The labour delegation was led by NLC President, Joe Ajaero, Dr Tommy Etim Okon, Deputy President, TUC, NLC General Secretary, Emma Ugboaja, TUC General Secretary, Nuhu Toro, among others.

Mallam Mohammed Idris
Minister of Information and National Orientation
October 1, 2023

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Senate Confirms Bernard Doro as Minister of Humanitarian Affairs

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The Senate has confirmed the nomination of Bernard Doro as Nigeria’s new Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu had forwarded Doro’s name to the upper legislative chamber for screening and confirmation in a letter dated October 21, 2025.

Doro’s appointment comes in the wake of the election of Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in July, a development that created a ministerial vacancy in the humanitarian affairs portfolio.

During Thursday’s plenary session, senators deliberated on the President’s request before unanimously confirming Doro’s nomination through a voice vote.

With his confirmation, Doro is expected to oversee ongoing humanitarian interventions, coordinate poverty reduction programs, and strengthen the government’s response to social welfare challenges across the country.

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Tinubu Grants Clemency to Selected Convicts

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*** Moves Prerogative of Mercy Secretariat to Justice Ministry

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed the official instruments of clemency and pardon for selected individuals, completing the formal process of exercising his constitutional power of prerogative of mercy.

The decision followed consultations with the Council of State and a review of public opinion, according to a statement by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy.

Under the review, individuals convicted of serious offences such as kidnapping, drug trafficking, human trafficking, fraud, and unlawful possession of firearms were removed from the list of beneficiaries. Others who had previously been pardoned had their sentences commuted.

Onanuga said the review was guided by considerations of national security, the feelings of victims, the morale of law enforcement agencies, and Nigeria’s international obligations. He added that the concept of justice as a “three-way traffic” — involving the accused, the victim, and the state — informed the President’s decision.

The approved list of eligible beneficiaries has been forwarded to the Nigerian Correctional Service for implementation.

In a related directive, President Tinubu ordered the immediate relocation of the Secretariat of the Presidential Advisory Committee on Prerogative of Mercy from the Ministry of Special Duties to the Federal Ministry of Justice.

The President also instructed the Attorney-General of the Federation to issue new guidelines for exercising the power of mercy, mandating consultation with relevant prosecuting agencies to ensure that only qualified individuals benefit from future clemency exercises.

Tinubu expressed appreciation for the feedback received from stakeholders and the public, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to judicial reform and the improvement of Nigeria’s justice system.

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Senator Bamidele Donates Brand-New 2025 Coaster Bus to Ekiti APC

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The Senate Leader, Senator Michael Opeyemi Bamidele (MOB), has once again demonstrated his characteristic leadership and commitment to party development by donating a brand-new 2025 model Coaster Bus to the All Progressives Congress (APC) Ekiti State Executive Committee.

The presentation, described as a remarkable gesture of support and solidarity, underscores Senator Bamidele’s unwavering dedication to strengthening the party’s administrative capacity, enhancing mobility, and promoting unity among members across the state.

According to sources within the party, the new bus will serve as a vital logistical asset for the state secretariat, enabling smoother coordination of activities and improved communication between local government chapters and the state executive.

Party leaders and members have commended Senator Bamidele for his consistent contributions to the progress of the APC in Ekiti State and beyond. They described him as a dependable and visionary leader whose service-driven approach continues to inspire confidence and cohesion within the party structure.

Senator Bamidele, who also serves as the Chairman of the Southern Senators’ Forum, has over the years maintained a reputation for responsive leadership, philanthropy, and political maturity. His latest donation aligns with his broader vision of building a stronger and more effective APC that reflects the principles of good governance and grassroots participation.

In his usual manner, the Senate Leader emphasized that leadership must be about service, sacrifice, and empowerment, noting that his gesture was aimed at supporting the smooth functioning of the party machinery in the state.

“Our strength as a party lies in unity and effective coordination,” Senator Bamidele was quoted as saying. “This gesture is my modest contribution toward ensuring that our great party in Ekiti remains vibrant, mobile, and united in purpose.”

With this latest intervention, Senator Bamidele has once again reaffirmed his position as a pillar of support and a symbol of progressive leadership within the APC, both in Ekiti State and at the national level.

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