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  • Nigerian workers deserve N96, 000 minimum wage — ULC

    Nigerian workers deserve N96, 000 minimum wage — ULC

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    Olaotan Falade
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    The Northern Coordinator, United Labour Congress (ULC), John Gimbason on Saturday reiterated the union’s demand for N96,000 minimum wage for workers in the country. Gimbason said this while inaugurating a ULC 12-member State Executive Council on Saturday in Kaduna. He said the proposal was realistic and realisable considering the current inflation in the nation’s economy…

  • South Africa introduces $260 monthly minimum wage

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    Femi Ajasa
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    South Africa will introduce a national minimum wage of 3,500 rand (261 dollars) per month in 2018, Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Thursday, following protracted negotiations between the government and labour unions. Supporters of a minimum wage say it can stimulate growth as workers can spend more, as well as reducing inequality. Critics say…