US EditionNigeria: NLC Rejects Proposed Pay Rise for Political Office Holders
The Nigeria Labour Congress highlights that political salaries have risen over 800% compared to less than 50% for civil servants, calling for equitable remuneration policies.
- On Sunday in Abuja, NLC President Joe Ajaero issued a statement opposing RMAFC's proposed pay rise for political office holders.
- The opposition follows RMAFC’s plan for a comprehensive upward review despite existing disparities and economic hardship facing workers.
- Ajaero recalled that previous wage reviews gave civil servants less than 50% increases, while political office holders enjoyed over 800% raises.
- He stated, "We are outraged by RMAFC's decision," calling the move "insensitive, unjust and inequitable" and demanding public disclosure of earnings.
- NLC warned the pay rise could deepen inequality, worsen poverty, and trigger social instability unless the exercise is suspended immediately.
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