Membership of NSIWC (National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission) comprises the chairman, commissioners and other management team members as follows: (a) three full-time Commissioners;(b) the Permanent Secretary, Office of Establishments and Management Services of the Presidency (now Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation);(c) the Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Employment,…

The National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission (NSIWC), established by Decree No. 99 of 1993—now recognized as Cap N72 in the Laws of the Federation—was created to oversee and address various aspects of compensation within Nigeria’s Federal Public Service. NSIWC’s core functions encompass handling remuneration-related matters, administering the National Minimum Wage, reviewing Federal Public Service…

ACT ESTABLISHING THE NATIONAL SALARIES, INCOMES AND WAGES COMMISSION CAP N72, LFN 1999 NATIONAL SALARIES, INCOMES AND WAGES COMMISSION ACT(Decree No. 99 of 1993) (23rd August, 1993) (Chapter N72 LFRN 1999 (As Amended)) PART IEstablishment and Membership of the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission SECTION(1) Establishment of the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission(2)…

The NSIWC (National Salaries, Incomes & Wages Commission), established by Act 99 of 1993, plays a critical role in managing the salaries and wages system in Nigeria. The Commission’s establishment was based on recommendations from various ad-hoc panels and commissions dating back to the 1960s, which addressed salary and wage issues for Nigerian workers. However,…

The situation in Benue, particularly in the Katsina-Ala Local Government Area, highlights severe challenges due to persistent insecurity. The prolonged closure of over 20 schools, 13 clinics, and 23 markets due to criminal activities has disrupted essential services, impacting education, healthcare, and economic stability. Local government chairman Justine Shaku aims to rebuild critical infrastructure, focusing…

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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) recently announced a 50 basis point hike in its Monetary Policy Rate (MPR), raising it to 27.25%—an aggressive measure aimed at curbing persistent inflation, which has been a significant economic challenge. This decision, made by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), underscores the CBN’s commitment to controlling inflation by tightening…

Nigerian singer Ayra Starr has been making significant strides with her latest album, The Year I Turned 21. This album, which delves into themes of growth, love, and self-discovery, debuted at No. 195 on the U.S. Billboard 200, making Ayra the first female Nigerian artist to achieve this milestone. The album also made its debut…

Currently, the Benue State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) is conducting a large-scale Computer-Based Test (CBT) as part of a recruitment drive to fill over 9,000 teaching positions. This initiative, running through October 28, 2024, is expected to process more than 74,000 applicants, and SUBEB has emphasized transparency throughout the selection process. The board’s Executive…

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