Nigeria Faces Labour Unrest Amid Soaring Prices

Nigeria's labour unions have appealed to President Bola Tinubu for a new minimum wage to combat rising prices and a weakening currency. A suspended strike may resume if no agreement is reached. The government offers 62,000 naira monthly, while unions demand 250,000 naira.

Nigeria's labour unions have issued a stern warning to President Bola Tinubu over soaring prices and a weakening currency, urging for a new minimum wage to mitigate what they describe as the worst cost of living crisis in generations.

Labour unions previously suspended a strike in early June to allow for negotiations on the new minimum wage. However, if an agreement is not reached, unions may resume strike action.

Government leaders are wary of Kenya's recent deadly riots over tax hikes and aim to balance satisfying workers and managing economic challenges. Currently, the government proposes a monthly wage of 62,000 naira ($40), while unions demand 250,000 naira ($160).