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The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called for an increase in the national minimum wage to N500,000, citing the current rate of N70,000 as unsustainable for workers. The NLC argues that the rising cost of living and inflation have rendered the existing wage inadequate for basic needs. The union's leadership emphasized the need for urgent action from the government to address the economic challenges faced by Nigerian workers. They also highlighted the importance of fair compensation in promoting productivity and economic growth. The demand comes amid ongoing discussions about labor rights and economic reforms in Nigeria. The NLC plans to mobilize workers nationwide to support this wage increase initiative. Source attribution: This summary is based on reporting by Linda Ikeji's Blog. NigeriaNewsFeed aggregates news from trusted Nigerian and international publishers. Read the original article below for the full report.
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