NLC Rejects FG’s Salary Review Plan for Political Office Holders

 The Nigeria Labour Congress has demanded that the Federal Government abandon plans to review salaries for political office holders, branding the proposal insensitive amid economic hardships.

The Nigeria Labour Congress, on August 24, 2025, called on the Federal Government to halt a proposed salary review for political office holders, labeling it insensitive to Nigerians facing economic challenges. In a statement from Abuja, NLC President Joe Ajaero argued that prioritizing salary increases for politicians over workers’ welfare reflects misplaced priorities. The Congress urged the government to focus on improving living conditions for ordinary citizens instead.

The proposal, reportedly under consideration by federal authorities, has fueled tensions amid ongoing debates about public sector spending. Ajaero emphasized that workers, struggling with rising living costs, deserve urgent attention, citing the NLC’s repeated calls for a living wage. The Congress warned that proceeding with the review could deepen public discontent, urging dialogue to address workers’ demands and economic realities.

The NLC’s stance has ignited discussions about governance priorities, with some supporting the call for restraint, while others defend salary adjustments for public officials. The controversy, echoing past labor-government clashes, tests the administration’s commitment to equitable policies. As the NLC rallies support, its demand underscores the need for inclusive economic strategies, shaping Nigeria’s path toward social justice and stability.