BREAKING: FG Approves N70k Transport Allowance for Workers After NLC Talks
BREAKING: FG Approves N70k Transport Allowance for Workers After NLC Talks Relief don finally come small. After the conciliation meeting held on 27th October 2026 at the Ministry of Labour, Abuja, the Federal Government has approved a N70,000 monthly transport support for public servants across all levels for 6 months. Payment starts November 2026. The agreement was reached between FG and NLC leadership led by Joe Ajaero, to calm tension over cost of living and prevent nationwide strike. Other deals: - Peculiar Allowance arrears from May 1, 2026 to be paid in 3 installments from November - 19 months health workers arrears to be cleared in 3 months from December - New Minimum Wage Negotiation Committee to be set up immediately Minimum wage start date still unresolved. NLC says now, FG says June 2027. This N70k is NOT minimum wage, na extra transport intervention on top of salary.