TUC demands living wage, decent work for Nigerian workers

The Trade Union Congress (TUC) in Nigeria is demanding that federal and state governments prioritize workers' welfare by implementing a living wage and ensuring decent work conditions nationwide. Comrade Nuhu Toro, representing the TUC National Chairman at the Nigeria Workers’ Rights Summit in Birnin Kebbi, emphasized that Nigerian workers require tangible actions rather than mere assurances.

Toro stated that a living wage is fundamental for improving the standard of living for Nigerian workers. He also called for an end to the casualization of labor, arguing that secure employment boosts productivity and contributes to economic growth. "Nigerian workers need action, not words. A living wage is the way forward for a just economy," he declared.

Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State, who opened the summit, detailed his administration's achievements in agriculture, healthcare, and infrastructure. He noted that over ₦16 billion had been paid in gratuities to retired civil servants as part of welfare initiatives. Governor Idris assured attendees that his government is prepared to review the state's minimum wage and introduce new policies to enhance worker welfare and foster a greater sense of belonging.

The summit, held at the Presidential Lodge in Birnin Kebbi, gathered prominent labor leaders, including the National President of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Mr. Titus Amba, and representatives from the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ). Former President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Ayuba Wabba, and officials from the Trade Union Congress were also in attendance, alongside government officials.

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Nigerian workers need action, not words. A living wage is the way forward for a just economy.