The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has renewed its demands for improved wages for Nigerian workers, warning the Federal Government that failure to address its concerns could lead to industrial action.
The dispute centres on the adequacy of the current national minimum wage amid rising living costs and the need for further negotiations over workers’ welfare.
The NLC has consistently argued that the ₦70,000 minimum wage, signed into law in July 2024, no longer adequately reflects the economic realities facing Nigerian workers.
In June 2026, the union called for fresh negotiations with the Federal Government, citing rising costs of food, transportation, housing and healthcare. The Trade Union Congress also joined the call for a review of workers’ earnings.
The demand has gained renewed attention as organised labour seeks measures to protect workers’ purchasing power and address the impact of inflation on household finances.
The Federal Government and organised labour are expected to engage over the minimum wage review and related workers’ welfare concerns.
However, the specific ultimatum referred to in the headline—including its deadline, demands and consequences—has not been independently confirmed in the available reports. Those details should be verified against the NLC’s official statement before publication.