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NLC AND TUC STRIKE - Minimum wage must be tied to a maximum wage - Seun Kuti
In this YouTube video, musician Seun Kuti discusses the recent strike by the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) over the issue of minimum wage. Kuti argues that instead of just focusing on increasing the minimum wage, there should also be a maximum wage implemented. He believes that this will help bridge the gap between the rich and poor in Nigeria.
Kuti points out that the current minimum wage in Nigeria is not enough to sustain a decent standard of living, and that workers deserve more. However, he also highlights the fact that there is a huge disparity between the salaries of workers and the earnings of top executives in both the private and public sectors. He suggests that a maximum wage should be set to limit the amount of money that can be earned by these executives, in order to ensure a more equitable distribution of wealth.
The video also delves into the history of minimum wage in Nigeria, with Kuti explaining that it was first introduced in 1981 and has only been increased a few times since then. He argues that this is not enough and that workers deserve a living wage that can support them and their families. Kuti also criticizes the government for not addressing the issue of minimum wage properly and for not taking into consideration the rising cost of living in the country.
In conclusion, Kuti calls for a change in the way wages are determined in Nigeria, with a focus on implementing both a minimum and maximum wage. He believes that this will not only benefit workers, but also help to reduce income inequality in the country. The video ends with a call to action for Nigerians to demand better wages and a more equitable distribution of wealth.
Opinion - I agree with Seun Kuti’s argument that a maximum wage should be implemented in Nigeria. It is unfair for top executives to earn exorbitant amounts of money while the majority of workers struggle to make ends meet. A maximum wage would help to address the issue of income inequality and ensure a more fair distribution of wealth. I also believe that the government should take the rising cost of living into consideration when determining minimum wage, as it directly affects the standard of living for workers. Overall, this video highlights an important issue in Nigeria and calls for action to be taken to improve the lives of workers.
Video Data
| Category | Highlife |
| Created | 335 days ago |
| Views | 18,386 |
| Likes | 462 |
| Comments | 140 |
| Daily Views+ (calculated) | 4 (0.02%) |
| Avg Views/ Day (lifetime) | 55 |
| Avg Views/ Subscriber | 0.497 |
| Channel Subscribers | 37,000 |
| Updated (by us) | 2025-05-05 |
Views/ Likes History - Last 30 days
| Views | Likes | Views+ | Likes+ | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18,386 | 462 | 0 | 0 | 30-04-2025 |
| 18,382 | 462 | 0 | 0 | 20-04-2025 |
| 18,375 | 462 | 1 | 0 | 10-04-2025 |
Views/ Likes History - Monthly
| Days Tracked | Views+ | Likes+ | Updated |
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| 3 | 1 | 0 | 2025-4 |
| 3 | 1 | 0 | 2025-3 |
| 3 | 1 | 0 | 2025-2 |
| 15 | 11 | 0 | 2025-1 |
| 15 | 5 | 0 | 2024-12 |
| 8 | 3 | 0 | 2024-11 |
| 15 | 15 | 0 | 2024-10 |
| 21 | 47 | 0 | 2024-9 |
| 9 | 27 | 3 | 2024-8 |
| Days Tracked | Avg.Views+ | Avg.Likes+ | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 0 | 0 | 2025-4 |
| 3 | 0 | 0 | 2025-3 |
| 3 | 0 | 0 | 2025-2 |
| 15 | 1 | 0 | 2025-1 |
| 15 | 0 | 0 | 2024-12 |
| 8 | 0 | 0 | 2024-11 |
| 15 | 1 | 0 | 2024-10 |
| 21 | 2 | 0 | 2024-9 |
| 9 | 3 | 0 | 2024-8 |
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