Chris ngige news
Chris Ngige is a Nigerian politician and the current Minister of Labour and Employment in Nigeria. Here are some recent news updates about him:
- Minimum Wage Increase: In October 2020, Ngige announced that the Federal Government had agreed to increase the minimum wage from N18,000 to N30,000 per month. The new wage was implemented in April 2021.
- Strike by Labour Unions: In September 2020, Ngige met with labour unions to resolve the ongoing strike by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) over the minimum wage and other issues. The strike was eventually called off after the government agreed to implement the new minimum wage.
- COVID-19 Palliatives: In April 2020, Ngige announced that the Federal Government had released N10 billion to support states in their efforts to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. The funds were meant to provide palliatives to vulnerable groups, including workers and small-scale businesses.
- Labour Disputes: Ngige has been involved in several labour disputes, including a dispute with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) over the payment of salaries and allowances. In 2020, he met with ASUU leaders to resolve the dispute, which was eventually resolved.
- Reforms in Labour Sector: Ngige has been pushing for reforms in the labour sector, including the establishment of a National Minimum Wage Commission to ensure that the minimum wage is reviewed regularly. He has also advocated for the establishment of a National Social Insurance Trust Fund to provide social security benefits to workers.
- Awards and Recognition: Ngige has received several awards and recognition for his contributions to the labour sector, including the 2020 Labour Minister of the Year award by the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC).
These are just a few of the recent news updates about Chris Ngige. As the Minister of Labour and Employment, he continues to play a key role in shaping labour policies and resolving labour disputes in Nigeria.