The leadership of the Movement for the Survival of the Izon Ethnic Nationality in the Niger Delta, MOSIEND, has called for an upward review of monthly stipends for ex-freedom fighters from the Niger Delta region on Wednesday, amidst ongoing negotiations with organized labour for a new minimum wage for workers. Naija News recall that organized labor announced on Tuesday the temporary suspension of its nationwide indefinite strike for one week, citing renewed commitment from the Federal Government. The National Secretary of MOSIEND, Amb Amain Winston Cotterel, stated in a press statement that the new minimum wage should encompass every sector, ensuring that no one is excluded for the betterment of all Nigerians.
He said the salary of every Nigerian worker in the payroll of the Federal Government must be raised to measure up with the current economic realities in the country for peace to reign across board. The MOSIEND leader emphasized the urgency for an increased monthly stipend for Niger Delta ex-agitators under the Presidential Amnesty Programme, warning that failure to address this could lead to renewed violent agitations. He highlighted the longstanding protests over the insufficient ₦65,000 stipend, stressing the need for equitable treatment in the new minimum wage negotiations to prevent further discontent and instability.
The leader urged the government to prioritize the ex-agitators, as they are integral to the economy and have contributed to maintaining peace in the.
