Subsidy: Tinubu orders Labour Minister to take over negotiation with organised Labour
The new Minister of Labour and Employment, Simon Lalong says President Tinubu has directed him to take over negotiations on palliatives on petrol subsidy removal with Labour unions.
The Minister said this while addressing directors, heads of parastatals and agencies as well as the staff of the ministry on assumption of office on Monday.
He assured that the Federal Government, through his ministry, would work closely with the Nigeria Labour Congress, the Trade Union Congress and their affiliates towards ensuring that all pending industrial disputes are settled amicably.
The minister said the government would address, with strong determination, the new minimum wage and other palliatives arising from the removal of fuel subsidy, adding that this administration would not spare any effort to protect Nigerian workers and guarantee their dignity at all times.
Lalong also promised that the ministry would fulfil its mandate of ensuring decent work for all Nigerians and making sure that citizens, particularly the youth and women, has the opportunity to deploy their energy, creativity, talent and gifts to the development of the nation.
“The President has, in turn, mandated us to handle the very important aspects of Labour and Employment, which are critical to national development and prosperity.
“The task is certainly enormous, but achievable, especially with the abundant human resources Nigeria is endowed with. We therefore need your support and understanding to succeed.”
