Benson Upah

Benson Upah: Failure To Pay Minimum Wage A ‘Crime Against Humanity’, ‘Deliberate Act Of Wickedness’

NLC’s Benson Upah has condemned the non-payment of the new minimum wage, saying it deepens poverty and fuels social vices.

3 weeks ago

Benson Upah: Ajaero’s Arrest Diversionary Tactic By Government To Distract Nigerians from Petrol Price Hike

“Government has some policies that it wants to unravel, doesn’t want any opposition voice to be heard,” says NLC's Upah.

3 months ago

‘Brazen Act of Lawlessness, Intimidation’: Labour Criticises Arrest of NLC President Joe Ajaero

The NLC has denounced the arrest of Joe Ajaero as lawless, citing lack of legal warrant for the arrest

3 months ago

“Plain Mishief’: NLC Slams Police Over Allegations of Terrorism Financing Against Ajaero

The NLC has rejected terrorism financing allegations against its president, Ajaero, and denounced "mischief" by the Nigeria Police Force.

4 months ago

Benson Upah: Governors Unwilling To Pay Suggested Minimum Wage Are A ‘Threat’ To Nigeria’s Democracy

NLC’s spokesperson Upah has questioned governors’ refusal to pay minimum wage despite increased funds and warns of socioeconomic repercussions.

6 months ago

Minimum Wage: The Issue Isn’t Pay But Government’s Profligacy, Says Benson Upah

"Government has to do a self introspection to see where the issues are," NLC's Benson Upah says regarding minimum wage.

7 months ago

Anambra, Zamfara Owe Salaries Due to Penchant for Law-Breaking and Irresponsibility, Not Lack of Funds, Says Comrade Upah

Benson Upah says Anambra State is one of the worst wage payers and its government disregards workers.

7 months ago